Padman Automation

Smart, Simple Solutions – Backed by Decades of On-Farm Innovation

Padman Automation, has been walking alongside Australian farmers on the path to smarter, more efficient irrigation for over three decades. What began in 1989 with our founder, John Padman, in a backyard shed has grown into a trusted national brand dedicated to helping farmers save time, reduce labour, conserve water, and enjoy a better quality of life.

From the early days of watertight doors and pneumatic triggers, to today’s fully integrated, programmable systems, our innovation has always come from one place: the farm. Every solution we’ve created has been tested in the field, built tough for Australian conditions, and designed with a farmer’s mindset. Simple, practical, and built to last.

From humble beginnings to a dedicated factory in Strathmerton with over 50 staff, our mission remains the same: to be “The Farmers’ Friend” in irrigation providing complete solutions that are as reliable as they are easy to use.

This is your first step toward transforming your farm’s irrigation with proven Padman technology.

Let’s make your farm work smarter, not harder.