About Power Machinery Australia
Since 1972, Power Machinery Australia has specialised in the sales, service and repair of machine tools for the sheet metal and fabrication industry.
We have a wealth of experience and supply some of the world’s best metal machines from the leading machine tool manufacturers.
Our sales staff and engineers look forward to utilising that knowledge and their many years of collective experience to assist Australian manufacturers become more efficient.
We stock machines from leading brands such as MEP, Ermaksan, Hydmech, Swebend, Strands, Cidan and more.
Your Power Machinery Australia Team
To enquire about a machine, book a service or order a new part, please call us on (02) 8445 8555 or email us at info@powermachinery.com.au. We look forward to hearing from you.
Ken
Managing Director
Ken is the surfing obsessed, motorcycle loving, bush bashing Boss man. Ken is second generation Power Machinery, and you will usually find him on the other end of the phone with an encyclopaedic knowledge of the ins and outs of each of our machines.
Alison
Administration
Alison looks after all things admin, from debtors and creditors, down to ordering stationery and toilet paper! Alison is married to Ken and takes pride in making sure things are always running smoothly at work. If Power Machinery is running smoothly, life at home is smooth too.
Leon
Service Manager
Leon is your first port of call for all parts, servicing and repairs. He is the man you want on side when you need a part or your machine is due a service. He is the conduit between our sales and service departments.
David
Service Technician
With over 17 of experience as a mechanical service technician Dave enjoys travelling around the country servicing and installing customers machines. In his spare time, Dave love spending time with his family, particularly holidaying in their caravan together.
Dariusz
Service Technician
With a degree in Master of Engineering in Electronics and 40 years experience as a Service Tech, Dariusz knows our machines inside and out. When not on the road, he is a doting Grandfather to his 2 Grand Daughters, reading, playing and singing to them.
Arasu
Service Technician
With over 20 years of experience in Singapore working on diverse machinery, I am enjoying the exciting new challenge of working in Australia with Power Machinery. I am a proud father of two children, and enjoy balancing family life with technical excellence.
Michelle
Marketing Manager
Michelle is a Northern Beaches local who, when not creating websites, writing newsletters and creating social media posts about all things Power Machinery, can usually be found in the car on the way to a netball court or a kayaking regatta supporting her 3 kids.
Power Machinery Australia History
In the dynamic world of sheet metal and fabrication machinery, we have stood the test of time. In 2023, we celebrated our 50th year in business under the watchful eyes of the Christensen and Manning family’s.
The early 70’s saw Pat Manning crossed paths with Chris Christensen, a Danish Boiler Maker who was seeking a new life in Australia. Little did they know that this chance encounter would mark the beginning of a partnership that would endure for over 30 years. It has shaped the landscape of machinery sales in Australia.
In 1972, Pat, already established in a small factory in Brookvale, recognised the potential in Chris and welcomed him aboard as a salesman. Their partnership proved to be complimentary; Pat excelled in sales, while Chris took charge of the operational concerns.
Pat and Chris became partners and Power Machinery Australia was officially incorporated in 1973. Initially focusing on power tools and small machinery, Power Machinery Australia quickly pivoted to the more profitable market of used machinery. The factory became a hub of activity, with semi-trailers unloading a mix of precision machines and, sometimes, absolute junk. It created a spectacle that literally stopped traffic.
The late ’70s and ’80s marked a period of transition in Australia’s manufacturing landscape. The country faced global competition, and traditional workshops were giving way to modernisation with CNC machines replacing old setups. Power Machinery Australia thrived in this environment.
Ken Takes the Reins
In 1985, with business flourishing, Chris brought his son, Ken, into the fold. Ken, as a qualified Toolmaker, joined the team during a time when the industry was undergoing significant changes.
The late ’80s saw the business gradually shift toward new machines. These included exclusive agencies for Omes Cold saws from Italy, Hydrabend Press Brakes from Perth, and Forte Bandsaws from Germany.
By 1990, Power Machinery Australia had secured agreements with European Machine Tool manufacturers, representing brands like Cidan from Denmark, MEP from Italy, and Adira from Portugal. These agreements posed a dual challenge; introducing unknown brands in Australia and incorporating cutting-edge technology into their offerings. The philosophy behind these brand choices continues to this day.
Power Machinery Australia continues to focus on machines that provide innovative solutions for sheet metal and steel fabricators.
Shift to New Machines
In 1995, Power Machinery Australia evolved, with Ken Christensen purchasing the business and taking over as the sole Director. The company’s commitment to innovation persisted, focusing on machines that provided innovative solutions for sheet metal and steel fabricators.
Tragedy struck in 2005 when Pat Manning passed away, leaving a void in the vibrant business. However, the legacy continued, and Power Machinery Australia remained true to its philosophy, consistently focusing on innovative solutions.
By 2010, the company had installed numerous Adira Press Brakes and Shears, some of the largest ever sold in Australia.
The next decade witnessed a shift from used machinery to a focus on new European brands.
A dedicated service department emerged in the early 2000s, ensuring continued support for older machines. This institutional wisdom became crucial as machines outlasted their manufacturers.
Ken states, “With a service department and technicians that have decades of experience, we have the capacity to keep machines that have been operational for 20 years plus going. Not many other companies have the ability to do that.”
50 Years of Power Machinery Australia
As Power Machinery celebrates its fifty-year milestone this year, the passing of Chris Christensen in May 2023 marked the end of an era. Yet, his legacy lives on in the heart of Power Machinery Australia.
Moving forward, Power Machinery Australia continues to build knowledge and expertise and support their customers. With over 1000 MEP Saws installed Australia wide and 100’s of CNC Press Brakes, Shears and full range of quality European equipment for the steel fabricator.
The company’s success, rooted in core principles of honesty, integrity, and service, stands as a testament to the resilience and adaptability that has defined this powerhouse business in the Australian machinery industry.
Contact Us
Email us or call us today to discuss your workshop and machine needs, or contact our Service Department for all your servicing, parts and repairs needs.