Borley’s Goes Green: Transforming Concrete Waste into a Valuable Resource
At Borley’s, providing ready-mixed concrete for construction projects is at the core of its business. But as every professional in the industry knows, concrete pours need to be seamless to ensure a strong and durable finish. To achieve this, Borley’s adds a standard percentage of additional concrete to each order to avoid the issues that arise from under-ordering. While this practice guarantees success on-site, it inevitably results in leftover concrete—concrete that would traditionally end up as waste.
Until now.
Borley’s, an eco-minded company committed to reducing its carbon footprint, has found an innovative solution to tackle this challenge head-on: the CR450 Crusher.
The Challenge
When concrete pours are completed, any leftover concrete is transported back to Borley’s base, where it is emptied into bulk bags. Once hardened, this material previously had no use and had to be disposed of at a cost. This process resulted in multiple bags of waste per day, leading to considerable disposal costs and contributing to the environmental impact of the business.
Kevin Borley recognised this as an area ripe for improvement—not just for the financial savings it could deliver, but for the opportunity to align with the company’s sustainability goals. “We’ve always looked for ways to improve our processes and reduce waste,” says Kevin. “I discovered the CR450 Crusher while researching different solutions and immediately called to arrange a demo of the machine. Seeing it in operation in our yard I instantly knew it was exactly the solution we were looking for and what a difference it would make.”
The Solution
The CR450 Crusher will enable Kevin and his team to process the bags of waste concrete through the crusher rather than pay for disposal. The result? A high-quality hardcore material perfect for use as MOT-type aggregate in a variety of construction projects.
The benefits don’t stop there. Each bulk bag of leftover concrete, once crushed, transforms into 1.5 bags of hardcore material. Not only does this eliminate disposal costs, but it also creates a valuable new revenue stream for the business.
“This isn’t just about cost-saving,” Kevin explains. “It’s about creating value from what was once waste. Plus, the reduction in carbon emissions is a step forward for our commitment to sustainability.”
Jeff, Managing Director at Dragon Equipment, shares Kevin’s enthusiasm: “At Dragon Equipment, we design our machines to help businesses like Borley’s become more efficient, more sustainable, and ultimately more successful. It’s incredibly rewarding to see the CR450 Crusher playing a role in reducing waste and carbon emissions in the construction industry.”
With the CR450 Crusher, Borley’s has turned a costly problem into a profitable opportunity, proving that sustainability and innovation can go hand-in-hand.
As Kevin sums it up: “The CR450 Crusher will completely change how we deal with leftover concrete. We’re saving money, reducing our environmental impact, and offering our customers an even more sustainable service. It’s a win-win for everyone.”
Want to know more about the CR450 Crusher and how it can transform your business?
Contact the Dragon Equipment Team today and take the first step toward a greener future.
