● FAMILY OWNED & OPERATING SINCE 1970
New, refurbished and custom-built stainless steel equipment for food, beverage, dairy and industrial processing. Specified around your process, built or sourced to suit, then delivered and installed on site, across Australia and overseas.
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Whether you need equipment on site next month or a system engineered from scratch, we supply across the full range. Tell us the application and we will point you at the option that fits your budget and timeline.
Current-model equipment supplied with full specification, warranty and support.
New, refurbished and custom-built stainless steel processing equipment supplied to food, beverage and industrial processors in Australia and overseas.
Milk tanks, silos, pasteurisers, cheese vats and cooling systems built for hygiene and temperature stability.
Fermentation, storage, mixing, chilling and temperature-controlled production equipment.
Hygienic tanks, food processing equipment and CIP cleaning systems for ingredients and prepared foods.
316 grade vessels, fittings and control systems for corrosive and demanding environments.
Custom equipment for ice baths, recovery systems and specialist liquid handling.
Barry Brown & Sons has supported customers with stainless steel tanks, chillers, fittings, fabrication, and equipment solutions for over 50 years. Customer reviews can help show the quality of service, practical support, and reliable equipment the team provides.
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Ian DelmenicoAugust 4, 2026
Brought the 1000 Lt Stainless Tank to be used as a cooling water source for a still operation. Excellent quality product and service in getting it freighted. 👌👍Posted on Google
Aziz İsgorenJuly 30, 2026
👌 best quality+0Posted on Google
Lorraine AbouchedidNovember 11, 2024
In all my years of being in the dairy industry I have never found anyone quite like Scott Brown. He is efficient honest and knows his stuff and my experience has wonderful and stress free. I recommend Scott to anyone needing vat, cooking and heating services.+0Posted on Google
Phil WalkerJune 21, 2022
Scott and the guys are very knowledgeable and their quality of work is second to none. Delt with them for years and they have always been great.Posted on Google
Rob CallinApril 7, 2022
Always great service and product! We originally bought second hand 1000litre tanks to start our brewery at great prices. More recently we have Had custom 5000litre tanks made. Great quality and workmanship. Highly recommend.Posted on Google
Josh McAllisterApril 7, 2022
Barry Brown and Sons have a comprehensive knowledge of all things stainless steel, as well as process heating and cooling. They have been a vital part in many of our projects.Posted on Google
Christopher GambleJuly 23, 2018
Great to talk to, happy to help
We stock a wide range of hygienic stainless steel fittings and accessories, including Tri-Clover fittings, BSP and BSM connectors, sprayballs, butterfly valves, sample taps, tube bends, and tees for industrial and food-grade applications.
You can contact Barry Brown & Sons by phone, email, online enquiry form, or by visiting our Pakenham facility.
For the fastest response, please include details about the equipment you need, your application, preferred size or specifications, site location, and whether you require delivery, installation, or custom fabrication support.
Once a supplier's involvement stops at delivery, it falls to you to pull together electricians, installers and control specialists, along with the risk that components won't fit or integrate the way they should. Production delays and rising costs are common side effects of carrying that project management burden. The Barry Brown & Sons team in Pakenham has handled the supply, fabrication and installation of stainless steel tanks, fittings, industrial water chillers and related items since 1970, so Australian processing businesses haven't had to deal with that situation. Rather than simply providing stainless steel equipment and other gear, we take a practical engineering approach, considering how each component will operate within your existing process before recommending a solution. Over 50 years of continuous operation have been underpinned by reliable offerings and industry knowledge across industrial processing, brewing, beverage, food, chemical and dairy applications. Whether you're looking up 'glycol heat transfer fluid' or 'stainless steel union', you get to deal with experienced people who understand the demands of processing facilities and the value of getting specifications right from the outset. Internal quality checks are carried out before anything leaves the workshop, giving you confidence that what arrives on site is ready for your project's next stage.
Equipment needs shift with every change in process, available space and production capacity, so the range must extend well past standard specifications. We supply new, refurbished and custom-built stainless steel tanks from 10 litres through to 100,000 litres, supporting everything from pilot-scale development to large industrial processing and milk silo applications. The range includes specialised farm milk tanks designed to meet the demands of dairy operations, alongside industrial water tanks used across a variety of processing applications. Designs are available in single skin, insulated, jacketed or dimple-jacketed configurations, oriented vertically or horizontally and manufactured from food-grade 304 or 316 stainless steel for hygienic processing requirements. Our custom fabrication service steps in when standard configurations fall short, covering orbital, pipe, MIG and TIG welding, CNC machining and assembly across both single-run and ongoing production requirements. For dairy processors, we also supply and install pasteurisers & cheese vats suitable for both large-scale industrial production and smaller artisanal operations. Supporting components, including Tri-Clover fittings, BSP and BSM connectors, sprayballs, butterfly valves, sample taps, tube bends and tees, are available as well, so you can turn to us, no matter if you're searching for 'glycol heat transfer fluid', 'ss union fitting' or 'stainless steel union fittings'.
When a single supplier handles everything from equipment supply to installation, there's no need to juggle multiple contractors or track down separate points of responsibility mid-project. From delivery and electrical work to control panel setup and on-site wiring, we handle it all as one team from the initial order to completed installation. Plus, delivery is available across Australia, including specialist crane transport for large or heavy equipment, with lifting, positioning and site placement managed to suit your operating conditions. We check compatibility with your existing infrastructure before the equipment leaves our facility, so unexpected problems during installation are less likely. Custom-built systems carry lead times based on size, configuration and fabrication needs, and we establish realistic timelines during quoting so you can plan your project with confidence. When you're interested in 'food processing machinery for sale' or 'union fittings', you can contact us by phone, via email or through the website enquiry form with your specifications, and we'll provide a tailored quote that reflects your application. If your search for 'heat recovery exchanger' or 'glycol cooler' has led you here, contact Barry Brown & Sons today to discuss your requirements.
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