Local Manufacturing, World-Class Standards
Designed and built in Pretoria. ISO 9001:2015 certified, EN15085 welding standard, and over 70 years of engineering excellence.
Who We Are
About Penbro Kelnick
Established in 1951, Penbro Kelnick is a South African electrical manufacturer and specialist supplier serving the Railway, Telecommunications, Mining, Petrochemical, Utilities and Industrial sectors.
With more than seven decades of experience, we are trusted by end users, consulting engineers, system integrators and OEM partners for reliable products, technical expertise and dependable local support. Our solutions are specified in major projects and installed in demanding applications across South Africa and international markets.
As part of the internationally recognised Telema Group, Penbro Kelnick combines local manufacturing capability with the backing of a global industrial group. Alongside sister company Strike Technologies, the group has a strong South African presence supporting critical infrastructure and industrial markets.
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Penbro Kelnick has over more than seven decades established itself as a leading supplier to the following market sectors:
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Locomotive Brake Resistors Certified to EN15085 Railway Welding Standard
Penbro Kelnick's latest locomotive brake resistors have been independently tested and certified to EN15085, reinforcing our commitment to quality and compliance across the railway sector.
Read More →Expanded VSD Brake Resistor Range Now Available for Mining & Industrial Use
Our engineering team has developed an extended range of variable speed drive brake resistors and modular power racks, specifically rated for the harsh conditions found in South African mining environments.
Read More →Telema Group Reports Record Revenue as Global Demand for Power Resistors Grows
Parent company Telema Group has reported revenues exceeding 200 million Euros for the 2025 fiscal year, driven by growing demand for power resistors and protection relays across global rail and industrial markets.
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