Our promise
What you can expect from KOMPAN
KOMPAN’s purpose is to create healthier and happier communities with our customers across Australia and New Zealand. In order to achieve this, we strive to deliver the best play and fitness solutions. We are constantly working to improve our business, operations and service to achieve outstanding performance on all levels.
Timeless and sophisticated design is our DNA
KOMPAN was born from art. Over half a century ago, Danish sculptor Tom Lindhardt observed children playing on his artistic sculptures that were commissioned to brighten up a dreary housing estate. Tom then switched his medium to playable art - playgrounds that were fun, yet beautiful and timeless in their design. Since then, this design philosophy has continued on through a global team of KOMPAN designers, who honour Lindhardt's artistic expression, while pushing the boundary of what play can be in the 21st century.
Globally, KOMPAN designs are beloved by users and critics alike for their strong foundation in research insights, perfected engineering, low carbon emissions and hints of Scandi flair. Our trademark the Homo Ludens ('the playing man') has become a globally recognised mark of inventive quality, meaning ‘this is the art of play.'
40 Years of Play in ANZ
In 2025, we celebrate our 40th Birthday as KOMPAN Australia. Four decades of serving customers of all kinds and across all types of landscapes has granted us an exceptional level of knowledge and insight into what makes the best playgrounds and outdoor fitness sites for Aussie and Kiwi communities.
Humble beginnings in Brisbane back in 1985 has grown into a nationwide and Trans-Tasman operation of play professionals and thousands of happy customers across local government, architecture, education, property development and hospitality/retail sectors. Today, we are proud to be an industry leader and offer cutting-edge play and fitness products that are well-priced, supplied quickly and supported by top-notch service, aftercare and warranties.
40 years is just the start for us - we have plenty more exciting developments on the way, and are continuously seeking to improve our processes, project outcomes and above all - the experience we can give our customers.
Greener Playgrounds
KOMPAN are the undisputed leader in low-carbon playgrounds made with recycled materials.
We know that the biggest source of carbon emissions in a playground company is the production of raw materials - the plastic, steel, aluminium etc. that we need to build a new playground structure. This carbon is then passed on to customers as part of their Scope 3 Emissions, meaning when we reduce carbon, so do our customer's organisations.
To drastically reduce our carbon footprint, we've reinvented our manufacturing and supply chain to make colourful playgrounds using 95% recycled materials*. We also provide full transparency on the exact quantity of carbon each product creates, meaning you can compare, select and purchase the greenest products for your play area. The calculations on these quantities are third party verified by Bureau Veritas, meaning you can report accurately on your project's emissions when you choose KOMPAN equipment.
KOMPAN playgrounds made from recycled post-consumer waste are beautiful, sustainable, durable and packed with play value - you can truly have it all! Industry experts agree, with these greener solutions winning the Australian Good Design award in 2022, and the EY Sustainability Award in 2024.
*95% post-consumer recycled waste used in HDPE EcoCore panels, Hercules Rope yarn, and TexMade™ posts.
High quality materials that stand the test of time
Playgrounds will have to stand the wear and tear of weather and heavy usage. A KOMPAN site looks great for decades to come and requires little to take care of. Because only that way will users get as many hours of joy as possible. Therefore, we use the highest quality materials that look inviting for decades to come and require the least amount of playground maintenance. This is also why our warranties are best in class. Over time that is the best and most economical for everybody.
Playful designs that support physical and cognitive development
Children are like snowflakes: externally similar, yet all uniquely different. With KOMPAN, the many diverse sensations demanded by children like the thrills of speed, heights, and space, as well as the importance of role-play and comradeship - are built into every play element. These needs are not plucked from thin air, rather they are determined by a dedicated group of play researchers we call the KOMPAN Play Institute.
In many ways, KOMPAN playgrounds reflect the individuality of the children who enjoy them. Each piece is clearly recognisable while always having unique characteristics. Our aim is threefold: to create a WOW reaction, to encourage a desire to STAY, and DEVELOP people physically, cognitively, creatively and socially through play.
Outdoor fitness delivering real physiological outcomes
Exercise and fresh air are key ingredients to a universal formula for feeling good. Today, we are well aware of the positive impact physical activity can have on both our bodies and minds. With sedentary lifestyles now standard in most societies, we need to make more effort to move our bodies. Outdoor gyms are a wonderful way to encourage exercise. However, not all products are created equally. Producing outdoor fitness equipment that is truly fit for purpose requires a scientific approach regarding to what to do, how to do it, and what to do it on. This is where design meets reality. KOMPAN collaborates with sports physiologists and physiotherapists, as well as universities and sports researchers to form their Fitness Institute to make sure we deliver impactful outdoor fitness equipment for all abilities and fitness levels.
Bespoke play landmarks by KOMPAN Design Studio
When does a playground become more than just a playground? When it is one of a kind.
The KOMPAN Design Studio is a collective of local and global designers who work together to translate your ideas, themes and stories into fully bespoke playgrounds and fitness areas. They are landmarks, as distinctive and eye-catching as an experimental skyscraper or centuries-old redwood tree. Across Australia and New Zealand, KOMPAN Design Studio playgrounds have broken the mold of typical post-and-platform and swing play areas, and added the real WOW factor with an architectural masterpiece.
Universally inclusive playgrounds
Play is both a want and a need for children, no matter their physical or cognitive abilities. We believe the magic of play should be freely accessible to all, and this is reflected in our dedication to designing inclusive play products and promoting the creation of truly accessible and inclusive playgrounds. We call it 'Play for All' - our position that play should be without boundaries, where children are so engaged that they’re unaware of each other’s personal situation. Universal design means stigma-free playgrounds for everyone.
Your ideal play & fitness partner
Planning and building a playground or outdoor gym may sound easy, but often it can be very complicated. We are ready to take the burden off your shoulders and support you as a key partner in the process. We help you find the best products and best layout for you, your users and your site. We support you in your fundraising efforts, providing research, health outcome information and visual renders to make your funding applications shine. We make sure that the site of your new outdoor recreation area is a safe and effective place to play and be active for years after installation. We make sure that everything gets to site and on time and clear the area, remove old equipment, install products, lay safety surfacing, put up shade and edging and provide important compliance and safety documentation for sign-off.
