Founded in 1995, BARTCO has been at the forefront of the Australian market, introducing the first full matrix LED Variable Message Signs (VMS boards). Our commitment to delivering the highest standards of service, ethics, and workmanship has established us as a leader in the industry. We constantly seek innovative solutions to revolutionize road traffic equipment and visual management systems.
Headquartered in Port Melbourne, Victoria, BARTCO boasts a state-of-the-art production and assembly facility where 95% of our manufacturing is conducted in-house. Our modern facility adheres to stringent quality control measures, ensuring every product—from the initial weld to the final dispatch—meets Australian standards and environmental requirements. Utilizing the Lean Manufacturing System, we guarantee the utmost efficiency in all our processes.
Driven by an enthusiastic team, BARTCO continuously invests in Research & Development. This focus on innovation has positioned us as Australia’s leading manufacturer of Portable Electronic Traffic Management Equipment and related products. Our dedicated technology centre, along with our marketing, sales, and technical support teams, are all based at our Melbourne head office, ready to serve our customers.
We take pride in our original ideas, unwavering business ethics, and the strong relationships we’ve built with our customers. At BARTCO, we’re not just meeting the industry’s standards—we’re setting them.
BARTCO is a privately owned by Quadrant Management, and has a sister company in England which trades under Mobile Visual Information Systems Ltd.
Ted Deinard of Quadrant Management said: “To acquire such a key player in the portable VMS & ITS market is a great honour for us. With Bartco AU & MVIS’ knowledge, products, and high level of customer service we feel that we can build on these strong foundations and support them to reach even greater heights.”