OUR HISTORY


Since 1902, Barloworld Equipment has grown across southern Africa, leading the earthmoving industry.

OVER 100 YEARS OF MAKING HISTORY IN SOUTHERN AFRICA


From starting back in 1902, the company has grown from strength to strength, while supplying the most world-renowned equipment to our customers across southern Africa.

The story of Barloworld Equipment began in 1902, when Major Ernest ‘Billy’ Barlow formed Thos. He then went on to create Barlow & Sons in Durban, South Africa. Since then, Barloworld Equipment has gone on to become part of a multinational brand distribution company listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, and are the sole dealer for CAT® machines in southern Africa.

Our journey over the years:


Barloworld Equipment has been proudly making history across the earthmoving industry for over 100 years, with expert knowledge across the mining, construction, and agriculture industries and as the proud sole dealer for Cat® equipment across southern Africa.

We're here to offer you the solutions you need, and support you along the way.

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POWER

BARLOWORLD POWER

Proud supplier of Cat® power products in southern Africa - offering engines, gas & diesel generators, solar PV, energy storage, rental units and aftersales solutions.

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PERKINS

POWER PERKINS®

Master distributor of world-renowned Perkins® engines, power systems and parts across southern Africa.

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SEM

SEM

A Caterpillar range of reliable, earthmoving machines, that match the quality and performance of Cat® machines, at cost-effective rates.

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