OUR STORY

Leader in hydraulic equipment

Montabert S.A.S. is a leader in hydraulic demolition and drilling equipment for use in demolition, construction and more. We are known worldwide for the design, production and distribution of rock drill products and rock breakers and have manufacturing facilities in Saint-Priest (Lyon), France. 

We are proud of the generations of men and women who helped to build this great company. We know that our history is the foundation of our future.

Dates

1921

Joannes Montabert founds Montabert S.A. in Lyon, France, as a manufacturer of pneumatic equipment.

1949

Roger Montabert, managing director, initiates new product engineering through the creation of a Research and Development Department.

1969

Introduces the first hydraulic rock breaker, BRH500, that could be attached to an excavator, beginning a successful hydraulic rock breaker product line. The hydraulic rock breaker becomes available worldwide

1970

Launches the world's first hydraulic Top Hammer drifter.

1987

Introduces the first variable breaker. The full variable breaker product line now includes eight models, which are the only 15-speed breakers in the world.

1994

Ingersoll Rand acquires Montabert

2004

Introduces the SC (Silver Clip) range of light breakers for compact carriers.

2007

Doosan acquires Montabert

2009

Launches the Blue Line/N-Series, a value-based rock breaker line for lighter duty applications.

2015

Joy Global acquires Montabert.

2017

Komatsu Mining Corp acquires Montabert.

The use of innovative high performance technology in product design and manufacturing makes Montabert equipment the most efficient and reliable choice for customers around the globe.

Since 1921, Montabert products have been produced with a commitment to designing methods and solutions focused on productivity, reliability and safety.

A continuous investment in research and development has resulted in the delivery of technology products that revolutionize the construction and demolition industries. For almost 100 years, Montabert products have led these industries with three to five patents a year.

With a network of 150 dealers around the world, you will always find a Montabert certified partner close to you to provide the best service and solutions.

Montabert’s headquarters is located in Saint-Priest (Lyon), France. Our contact information is below:

Adress : 203, route de Grenoble, Saint-Priest, 69800, France

Phone: +33 (0)4 72 22 97 97

Hours of operation : 8:00 to 18:00 – Monday through Friday

Languages spoken: French, English, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Chinese