What Convair does

Convair Engineering Pty Ltd, founded in 1993 and headquartered in Epping, Victoria, is an Australian manufacturer and distributor specializing in pneumatic dry bulk transport and storage solutions. The company designs and manufactures steel pneumatic dry bulk tankers in Australia (using proprietary monocoque frame designs with large-volume cones, advanced aeration and discharge systems, and lightweight construction techniques), and distributes aluminium and stainless steel tankers from its German partner Feldbinder Spezialfahrzeugwerke GmbH. Its core products include road tankers, ISO-configured dry bulk containers (ISOtainers with up to 30.4t payload), on-site storage units (Silotainers at 84 cubic metres), and complementary components such as AKO pinch valves, CVS Siloking screw compressors, Betico reciprocating compressors, Gardner Denver cycloblowers, and various power packs. The technology base relies on pneumatic conveying principles, lean manufacturing with Six Sigma practices, and 3D design software, with compliance to the AS/NZS1210 Pressure Vessel Code and AS3788 certification.

Convair operates a hybrid business model combining custom-engineered hardware sales with aftermarket parts, servicing, repairs, and equipment rental. Pricing is entirely quote-based across the product range, reflecting the engineered-to-order nature of capital equipment. Revenue streams include tanker manufacturing and sales, OEM compressor/blower distribution, spare parts (including a recently launched online parts catalogue), servicing and repairs (including pressure vessel repair certification), and short- and long-term equipment hire. The go-to-market combines direct enterprise field sales with a network of seven authorized service agents across Australia (Sydney, Newcastle, Adelaide, Perth, Melbourne, Brisbane) and New Zealand (Otahuhu), targeting customer segments in transportation, food, chemical, construction materials, and oil and gas industries. Convair is a wholly-owned subsidiary operating within the Power and Propulsion division of Engenco Group, a diversified Australian transportation services conglomerate employing over 500 people across more than twenty locations in two countries.

Name

Convair

Legal name

Convair Engineering Pty Ltd

Website

https://convair.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Convair Engineering Pty Ltd designs, manufactures, and distributes pneumatic dry bulk tankers, compressors, blowers, and valves for transportation, food, chemical, construction, and oil and gas operators across Australia and New Zealand, generating revenue from equipment sales, parts, servicing, and rentals as part of Engenco Group.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pneumatic Dry Bulk Transport Equipment

NAICS

All Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (33399), Oil and Gas Field Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing (333132), Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310)

SIC

Industrial Trucks, Tractors, Trailors & Stackers (3537), Wholesale-Industrial Machinery & Equipment (5084)

akta.pro primary industry

Semi-Trailer Manufacturing (Dry Van/Reefer/Tanker/Lowboy) (IMACAGAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Bulk Solids Handling & Processing Equipment (Conveying, Silo, Feeders) (IMAHAEAG), Pump & Compressor Packages (Skids, Booster Sets) (IMAHANAG)

Keywords

• Pneumatic dry bulk tankers
• Dry bulk transport equipment
• Bulk material conveying
• Pressure vessel tankers
• Compressor and blower distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Epping

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tanker Manufacturing and Sales: Design, manufacture and supply of Pneumatic Dry Bulk Tankers in steel and aluminium construction for road, ISOtainer and on-site storage applications
2. Blowers and Compressors Distribution: Distribution, service and repair of compressors and ancillary equipment including CVS Siloking Screw Compressors, Betico Compressors, and Gardner Denver Truck Cycloblowers
3. Spare Parts Sales: Sale of spare and replacement parts for all makes of tanker and equipment through online store and parts catalogue
4. Servicing and Repairs: Servicing, repairs and maintenance of pneumatic dry bulk tankers and blowers/compressors including scheduled maintenance programs
5. Equipment Rental: Short and long term hire of tankers and power packs

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Convair Engineering Pty Ltd specialises in the design, manufacture and supply of pneumatic dry bulk tankers and related blowers and compressors for the transport and storage of dry bulk products. Its offering includes road tankers, ISOtainers and on-site storage tankers in steel and aluminium construction, alongside distributed compressors, blowers, pinch valves and power packs, plus spare parts and servicing/repair support for the food, chemical, construction materials and oil and gas industries across Australia and New Zealand.

Product overview

Convair Engineering Pty Ltd is a manufacturer and supplier of pneumatic dry bulk solutions for the transportation industry. The core product portfolio centers on Pneumatic Dry Bulk Tankers (including Convair Steel Tankers manufactured in Australia, Feldbinder aluminium tankers, ISOtainers, and Silotainers), complemented by a range of complementary products including AKO Pinch Valves, Power Packs, and three types of compressors/blowers (CVS Siloking Screw Compressors, Betico Compressors, and Gardner Denver Truck Cycloblowers). The company also provides servicing, repairs, and spare parts support. Tankers are designed for road, rail, and ISO-container transport of dry bulk products for food, chemical, construction materials, and oil and gas industries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Pneumatic Dry Bulk Tankers High-quality pneumatic dry bulk tankers for transport of dry bulk materials, available in steel and aluminium construction and compliant with AS/NZ1210 Pressure Vessel Code. Steel tankers manufactured in Australia at Epping, Melbourne; aluminium tankers manufactured by Feldbinder (FFB) in Germany. Designed for the food, chemical, construction materials and oil and gas industries.
• Convair Steel Tankers Steel tankers manufactured in Australia featuring monocoque designs with large volume cones, advanced aeration and discharge systems, and lightweight frames. Incorporate AKO pinch valves, Bulk Tank Inc. aerators, one-way valves, loading hatches and pressure relief valves. Targeted at industrial buyers requiring customised Australian-made solutions.
• Feldbinder (FFB) Aluminium Tankers Aluminium tankers from Feldbinder Spezialfahrzeugwerke GmbH (Germany), designed to suit Australian regulations and operating conditions. Feature all-aluminium construction for lightweight performance, fitted with AKO pinch valves, BTI hatches, aerators, check valves and PRVs.
• Convair Dry Bulk Containers (ISOtainers) ISO-configured containers certified to AS/NZS1210 Pressure Vessel Code. 20ft ISOtainer has 27.6m3 working volumetric capacity, approved for operation up to 32.8t gross with tare weight starting at approximately 2.4t and payload up to 30.4t.
• Silotainer Portable on-site storage container designed around 40ft ISO dimensions with 84 cubic metres volumetric capacity. Uses conventional cone discharge system with aerators, suitable for materials from sand to pellets.
• Betico Compressors Oil lubricated, reciprocating piston compressor (SB1-82 model) suitable for pneumatic conveying industrial products including cement, fly-ash, and hydrated lime. Features unloader kit with infinitely adjustable unloader valve. Distributed in Australia and New Zealand.
• Gardner Denver Truck Cycloblowers Truck cycloblowers featuring unique contactless rotary screw rotors providing high airflow at relatively low rpm with smooth oil-free airflow and low noise levels. Compact, lightweight design with mounting flexibility. Convair has been the authorised distributor for Gardner Denver Inc since 1996.
• Power Packs Self-contained compressor power packs providing air supply for pneumatic conveying applications. Available in electric, diesel, or hydrostatically driven configurations. Options include hydrostatically driven units on prime movers, baseframe units on tankers, forkbase units, and tandem trailer mounted units.
• Servicing & Repairs Servicing, repairs and maintenance for pneumatic dry bulk tankers (any make) and blowers/compressors. Includes tanker servicing, pressure vessel repairs to AS1210, compressor installation, scheduled maintenance programs, and refurbishment. Workshop located at Dreamhaven Court, Epping, with support from authorized service agents across Australia and New Zealand.
• Parts Catalogue (Online Store) Online store and parts catalogue offering spare and replacement parts for all makes of tanker. Inventory includes aerators, aeration equipment, pressure hatches, valves, and other ancillary equipment.

Quantifiable outcome

• Australian-made steel tankers with optimal volume and low tare weight
• +3 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and flagship.

• Gardner Denver InccoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1996Convair is the authorized distributor for Gardner Denver Inc in the USA since 1996. Gardner Denver Truck Cycloblowers feature unique contactless rotary screw rotors providing high airflow at relatively low rpm. Convair fully supports these products keeping machines and all spare parts in stock.
• Feldbinder Spezialfahrzeugwerke GmbH (FFB)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorConvair is an agent for Feldbinder Spezialfahrzeugwerke GmbH of Germany (FFB), supplementing the company's range of products with aluminium dry bulk tankers and stainless steel liquid tankers. FFB is one of Europe's leading manufacturers of aluminium tankers, with products specifically designed to suit Australian regulations and operating conditions.
• CVS Engineering GmbHcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorConvair is the Australian and New Zealand distributor for CVS Engineering GmbH of Germany. CVS manufactures Siloking Screw Compressors designed and manufactured in Germany, particularly well suited to Australian conditions. Convair is factory trained in installation, servicing and repair of CVS Compressors.
• AKO ArmaturencoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorConvair Engineering Pty Ltd are the authorized Australian Distributor for AKO Pinch Valves. Convair offers the widest and most flexible range of AKO valve configuration options, ranging in size from 3/8" up to 12" diameter valves for wine, food, industrial, pharmaceutical, mining and pneumatic bulk tanker industries.
• Bulk Tank Inc (BTI)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorConvair secures distributorships for Bulk Tank Inc (BTI), supplying BTI aerators, hatches, check valves and PRVs which are renowned for excellent performance and reliability and have become the industry standard in Australia and New Zealand.
• Miguel CarreraminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorConvair has secured distributorships for Miguel Carrera, providing additional product offerings for use with dry bulk products.
• Engenco Group (Parent Company)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerConvair Engineering is a part of the Power and Propulsion division of the Engenco Group. Engenco employs over 500 people in over twenty locations in two countries, providing diverse innovative products and solutions for transportation including maintenance, repair and overhaul of heavy-duty engines, rail services, and workforce solutions.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Feldbinder Spezialfahrzeugwerke: German manufacturer of aluminium dry bulk tankers and stainless steel liquid tankers. Direct peer — Convair is Feldbinder's Australian/NZ distributor, and the two compete indirectly across product positioning in dry bulk tanker markets globally.
• Transtank: Australian manufacturer of road tankers and bulk liquid/dry transport equipment with comparable custom manufacturing capabilities and ANZ customer base. Direct competitor in the Australian pneumatic tanker and bulk transport equipment market.
• Marshall Lethlean Industries: Australian trailer and tanker manufacturer offering specialized bulk transport solutions. Directly comparable to Convair in custom-built dry bulk tankers, fuel/liquid tankers and pneumatic conveying equipment for ANZ industrial customers.
• Heil Trailer International: Large global manufacturer of tank trailers (dry bulk, liquid, specialty). Directly comparable in pneumatic dry bulk tanker design and manufacturing, though operating at much larger scale across North America, Europe, and Asia.
• Polar Tank Trailer: US-based manufacturer of tank trailers for liquid and dry bulk transport. Comparable in dry bulk pneumatic tanker product category with similar compliance-driven engineering, though primarily serving North American fleets.
• Tremcar: Canadian manufacturer of stainless steel and aluminium tank trailers for liquid and dry bulk. Directly comparable pneumatic dry bulk tanker product lines with similar regulatory and engineering requirements, focused on North American market.

Broad incumbents

• Gardner Denver: Global industrial compressor and blower manufacturer (now part of Ingersoll Rand). Convair is Gardner Denver's authorized Australian distributor since 1996 for Truck Cycloblowers; Gardner Denver competes more broadly in the compressor/blower space across many industries.
• Atlas Copco: Global industrial compressor manufacturer with extensive oil-injected and oil-free compressor ranges. Overlaps with Convair's pneumatic conveying compressor offerings (CVS Siloking, Betico, Gardner Denver) but serves a far broader industrial customer base worldwide.
• Kaeser Kompressoren: German global manufacturer of compressors and compressed air systems with strong presence in industrial pneumatic conveying. Comparable in compressor technology used for dry bulk transport, though Kaeser serves a global diversified customer base.

Others

• AKO Armaturen: German manufacturer of pinch valves for industrial applications. Convair is AKO's authorized Australian distributor; AKO is a key component supplier for Convair's tankers but does not directly compete in tanker manufacturing — adjacent/enabling peer.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance1 record

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

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M&A

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