Washing & Water Management

Investment at Holcim's Chepintsi Quarry in Bulgaria is not only increasing production, it is also adding new products to the offering. Claire Symes reports. Countries that have recently joined the European Union are in real need of investment in infrastructure to bring them in line with standards common in more established member nations. Bulgaria is no different and to deliver the materials necessary for this infrastructure upgrade, the local quarries also need to undergo a step change to meet demand.

South Africa-based Pilot Crushtec has achieved a new standard that will help to guarantee quality in its manufacturing processes. The crushing, screening, washing and stockpiling equipment company has announced that it has gained ISO:9001:2008 accreditation ahead of schedule. The company received confirmation of its certification from Germany-based audit company TÜVRheinland after an audit of all Pilot's processes and procedures took place during November 2010, without any findings. "We have always known th

Northern Ireland-based Powerscreen has announced that it has appointed Allen Smith as mining business development manager. The company has said that Smith has over 20 years of experience in the mining industry as well as the quarrying sector. "This is an important new appointment for the company," said Powerscreen global sales and marketing director Pat Brian. "Allen's experience and respect in the mining industry will be an asset to the Powerscreen strategy, which has been evolving into a clear direction f

Northern Ireland-based Powerscreen has announced that it has appointed Anboni as its new dealer for the sale of its mobile crushing, screening and washing equipment in Sweden. Anboni was established in 2003 and has specialised in the sale of concrete batching plants but will now build on this by offering Powerscreen's products.