KOR Equipment Solutions

What KOR Equipment Solutions does

KOR Equipment Solutions PTY LTD is an Australian-headquartered industrial equipment distributor and OEM contract manufacturer operating across Australia and New Zealand. The company distributes and locally assembles industrial vacuum trucks, hydro excavation trucks, combination drain cleaning units, water recycling trucks, regenerative air and pure vacuum street sweepers, remote-operated excavation vehicles, and high-pressure water jetting robots, sourced from a portfolio of OEM partners including Cappellotto S.p.A. (15-year relationship), Schwarze, Gerotto, Falch, KEG Technologies, and URACA. Its equipment addresses non-destructive digging, drain and sewer cleaning, industrial and confined-space cleaning, road sweeping, water recycling, and dangerous goods (ATEX Zone 1) recovery for municipal councils, mining operators, civil construction contractors, and industrial facilities in sectors such as chemicals, refining, cement, and tunnelling.

Revenue is generated through multiple streams: new equipment sales (hardware sales), equipment leasing, a trade-in programme, pre-owned equipment resale via a dedicated portal (preowned.kor.com.au), a parts and accessories business spanning more than 30,000 SKUs across brands such as KEG, Cobra, Duebre, TST, Vanguard, Piranha, Hibon, and Southland Tools, and professional services including mobile and standard servicing, major repairs, preventative maintenance, and operator training. Pricing is quote-based with no public disclosure, and the company sells through a sales-led and enterprise field sales motion, with a physical branch network in Mulgrave (HQ), Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, and Hamilton (New Zealand), supplemented by digital marketing via The KOR Hub, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and industry events such as IFAT Germany. KOR is privately held, with Managing Director Jason Wall and shareholders Stephen Pewtress and Marcus Birrell, and operates without disclosed institutional or private equity backing.

Name

KOR Equipment Solutions

Legal name

KOR Equipment Solutions PTY LTD

Website

https://kor.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

KOR Equipment Solutions is an Australian-headquartered OEM contract manufacturer and exclusive ANZ distributor of industrial vacuum trucks, hydro excavation units, street sweepers, remote-operated vehicles, and water jetting robots, serving municipal councils, mining operators, and civil and industrial contractors across Australia and New Zealand.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Cleaning and Vacuum Equipment

NAICS

Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing (333924), Other Professional Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (423490)

SIC

General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560), Wholesale-Machinery, Equipment & Supplies (5080)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMAHAGAN

Vacuum Systems & Components (Vacuum Pumps, Ejectors, Cups, Grippers)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Industrial Machinery & Heavy Equipment/Fluid Power & Motion Control Equipment

SECONDARYTLABAFAK

Industrial Cleaning & Environmental Equipment Rental/Leasing (Vacuum Trucks, Dust Control, Dehumidifiers)

Transportation & Logistics/Fleet Leasing, Rental & Management/Construction & Industrial Equipment Rental/Leasing (Earthmoving, Material Handling, Aerial)

Keywords

• Industrial vacuum trucks
• Hydro excavation equipment
• Street sweeping equipment
• Drain cleaning equipment
• Water jetting equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Mulgrave

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales (New): Sale of new industrial vacuum trucks, hydro excavation trucks, street sweepers, and related equipment from OEM partners Cappellotto, Schwarze, Gerotto, and Falch.
2. Equipment Leasing: Lease options for equipment purchases, providing flexible financing for businesses.
3. Trade-in Program: Trade-in services allowing customers to exchange existing equipment for new or pre-owned inventory.
4. Pre-owned Equipment: Sale of pre-owned equipment through dedicated preowned.kor.com.au platform.
5. Parts & Accessories: Sale of spare parts, nozzles, hoses, brushes, PPE, and specialized tools from brands including KEG, Cobra, Duebre, TST, Vanguard, Piranha, Hibon, and Southland Tools.
6. Service & Maintenance: Mobile and standard service, major repairs, and preventative maintenance services across Australia and New Zealand.
7. Training: Training services for equipment operation and maintenance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

KOR Equipment Solutions is an OEM contract manufacturer and distributor of industrial vacuum trucks, hydro excavation trucks, water recycling units, street sweepers, and remote-operated vehicles sourced from leading global OEM partners including Cappellotto, Schwarze, Gerotto, and Falch. The company also distributes a comprehensive range of parts, accessories, and complementary equipment brands (KEG, URACA, Hibon, TST, Cobra, Vanguard, Duebre, Piranha, Southland Tools) across Australia and New Zealand, alongside leasing, trade-in, pre-owned equipment sales, operator training, and full-service maintenance support.

Product overview

KOR Equipment Solutions is an OEM contract manufacturer and distributor of industrial vacuum, sweeping, and water jetting equipment operating for over 10 years across Australia and New Zealand. The company offers a portfolio of equipment brands: Cappellotto (industrial vacuum trucks for hydro excavation, combination units, water recycling, and liquid vacuum recovery), Schwarze (regenerative air and pure vacuum street sweepers), Gerotto (tracked remote-operated vehicles for confined space and vacuum excavation), and Falch (high-pressure water jetting robotic equipment). The product range includes vacuum trucks in various configurations (6x4, 8x4, 10x4), street sweepers, remotely operated vehicles, and water jetting robots. Additionally, KOR distributes a comprehensive range of parts and accessories including KEG drain cleaning nozzles and equipment, URACA high-pressure pumps, TST personal protective equipment, COBRA sewer hoses, Duebre nozzles, Vanguard pathogen defence systems, and street sweeper brushes. The company provides purchase, leasing, trade-in, and pre-owned options alongside training and servicing support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cappellotto Industrial Vacuum Trucks Italian-manufactured industrial vacuum trucks and combination units for hydro excavation, drain cleaning, water recycling, and liquid vacuum recovery applications. Sold across 6x4, 8x4, and 10x4 chassis configurations for municipal, civil construction, and industrial customers.
• Schwarze Street Sweepers Regenerative air and pure vacuum street sweeper trucks (A4 Storm, GS6 Tempest, Hypervac) for municipal street sweeping, curb cleaning, and industrial/civil sweeping applications. Features WhisperWheel fan system running over 70% quieter with up to 20% less fuel consumption.
• Gerotto Remote Operated Vehicles Tracked remote-controlled ROVs (Lombrico S and Gatto) for vacuum excavation, confined space cleaning, culvert and pipe cleaning, and work in hazardous environments where removing operators is critical.
• Falch Water Jetting Equipment High-pressure water jetting robotic equipment (Surface Rob 250, Frame Rob 250, Multi Worker 250) for industrial cleaning, hydro demolition, scabbling, surface preparation, and concrete renovation at up to 3000 bar (43,500 psi).
• KEG Drain and Sewer Cleaning Equipment Specialized nozzles (Royal, Torpedo, Commander, Stallion, OMG, Aquapower, DUCE), chain cutters (Supernova, Supercutter), and floor cleaners for sewer and drain cleaning applications, featuring KEG Tier 3 nozzle design with 95%+ water efficiency.
• URACA High-Pressure Pumps High-pressure pumps for industrial processes, sewer and drain cleaning, hydro excavation, and ultra-high pressure applications. KOR holds stock of URACA pumps and replacement parts across Australia.
• Water Recycling Trucks (Cappellotto CAP RECY Series) Water recycling units with superior filtration that separates suspended solids to high levels, enabling continuous non-stop jetting operations and reducing waste disposal costs for drain cleaning applications.
• Hydro Excavation Trucks (Cappellotto CAP COMBI Hydro) Dedicated hydro excavation trucks designed for the Australian market with high efficiency, low carbon footprint, and 270-degree boom rotation for non-destructive digging near underground utilities.
• Dangerous Goods Liquid Tankers (ATEX Certified) ATEX Zone 1 certified vacuum recovery units for dangerous goods handling (Classes 3, 5.1, 6.1, 8, 9) with explosion-proof components, designed for flammable, toxic, and corrosive liquid recovery.
• Equipment Leasing Program Lease options for industrial vacuum trucks, sweepers, and related equipment, providing flexible financing for businesses across Australia and New Zealand.
• Equipment Trade-in Program Trade-in services allowing customers to exchange existing industrial equipment for new or pre-owned inventory, supporting fleet refresh and replacement cycles.
• Pre-owned Equipment Sales Sale of pre-owned industrial vacuum trucks, sweepers, and related equipment through a dedicated pre-owned inventory platform.
• Service and Maintenance Mobile and standard servicing, major repairs, and preventative maintenance services for industrial vacuum trucks, sweepers, hydro excavation, and water jetting equipment across Australia and New Zealand, with factory-trained technicians.
• Operator Training Services Training services for safe and effective operation and maintenance of industrial vacuum trucks, hydro excavation equipment, sweepers, and water jetting systems.
• Parts and Accessories Over 30,000 spare parts and accessories including KEG nozzles, URACA replacement parts, Hibon vacuum pumps, Cobra sewer hoses, Duebre nozzles, street sweeper brushes, hydro excavation nozzles, and Vanguard pathogen defence systems.
• TST Personal Protective Equipment Complete PPE range including head protection, protective gloves, waterproof boots, safety aprons, hi-vis jackets, trousers, and arm protections tested for high-pressure hydraulic fluid environments.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 20% less fuel consumption with Schwarze WhisperWheel fan system
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Cappellotto S.p.A.coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerKOR is the OEM contract manufacturer and distributor for Cappellotto products in Australia and New Zealand. Long-standing 15-year partnership built on trust, collaboration, and shared commitment to excellence. Includes industrial vacuum trucks, combination units, water recycling systems, and dangerous goods equipment.
• SchwarzecoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerKOR is the OEM contract manufacturer and distributor for Schwarze products including regenerative air street sweepers (A4 Storm, GS6 Tempest) and pure vacuum sweepers (Hypervac).
• GerottocoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerPartner for remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) including Lombrico S and Gatto robotic vacuum excavation systems for confined space and hazardous environment applications.
• FalchcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerPartner for high-pressure water jetting robotic equipment including Surface Rob 250, Frame Rob 250, and Multi Worker 250 for industrial cleaning and surface preparation.
• KEG TechnologiescoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerExclusive distributor of KEG technologies in Australia and New Zealand. KEG is a leader in sewer cleaning and inspection equipment including specialized nozzles (Royal, Torpedo, Commander, Stallion, OMG, Aquapower, DUCE), chain cutters (Supernova, Supercutter), and floor cleaners.
• URACAcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerDistributor of URACA high-pressure pumps in Australia and New Zealand. URACA has over 130 years of innovation in pump technology for industrial processes, cleaning applications, drain cleaning, and hydro excavation. KOR holds stock of Uraca pumps and replacement parts across Australia.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Vactor (Federal Signal Environmental Solutions): Leading North American manufacturer of sewer cleaners and industrial vacuum trucks. Direct competitor to KOR's Cappellotto product line, selling similar combination hydro-excavation and drain-cleaning units through a regional distribution model in the US and select international markets.
• GapVax: US manufacturer of industrial vacuum trucks, hydro-excavation units, and combination sewer cleaners. Competes head-to-head with Cappellotto products in industrial cleaning applications, with growing international distribution reach.
• Hi-Vac Corporation: Manufacturer of industrial vacuum loaders and hydro-excavation trucks serving municipal and industrial customers. Directly comparable to KOR's Cappellotto vacuum truck line in application and customer base.
• Aquatech (Italy): Italian-headquartered manufacturer of industrial vacuum trucks, combination units, and sewer cleaners - a direct competitor to KOR's principal OEM partner Cappellotto in the same European design tradition, with comparable global distributor networks.
• Rioned: Netherlands-based manufacturer of high-pressure water jetting equipment for drain and sewer cleaning, including nozzles and trailer-mounted jetters. Direct competitor to KOR's KEG drain cleaning product line for municipal and contractor customers.
• KAISER Fahrzeugtechnik: Austrian manufacturer of municipal and industrial cleaning vehicles, including sewer cleaners and combination units. European peer of Cappellotto with overlapping municipal/government customer base in industrial cleaning equipment.
• Hammelmann: German manufacturer of ultra-high-pressure pumps and water jetting systems for industrial cleaning, surface preparation, and process applications. Direct competitor to KOR's URACA pump line and complementary to Falch jetting equipment.
• Sewer Equipment Company: US manufacturer of sewer and drain cleaning equipment, including combination vacuum trucks and hydro-excavation units. Comparable to KOR's mix of municipal, contractor, and industrial cleaning applications.

Broad incumbents

• Vermeer Corporation: Large diversified industrial equipment manufacturer with horizontal directional drills, vacuum excavators, and brush chippers. Operates its own Australian distribution arm and competes with KOR's hydro-excavation and industrial cleaning offerings as part of a broader portfolio.

Emerging players

• Tornado Industrial Cleaning Equipment: Specialised provider of industrial vacuum and water jetting solutions with overlap into dangerous goods and confined-space cleaning applications. Smaller player than KOR's main OEMs but competes for similar municipal and industrial service contracts.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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