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CONEXPO
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Roco introduce themselves to
the US market at CONEXPO
Roco is the new family owned brand name centrally located in the home of crushing and screening manufacturing in Ireland. The foundations for this business dates as far back to 1978 when Paddy Connolly formed Ballytrain Plant, which primarily bought and sold used quarry equipment locally then later expanding to overseas sales.
The success of Ballytrain over the last 40+ years, together with the operating of several family owned quarries in Ireland, has now directly led to the formation of Roco. Using their hands-on approach along with their quarrying knowledge to create the first of their own branded machines. Paddy's son Shane has worked directly alongside his father from an early age and he is the main driving force behind Roco. Like his father Shane shares a tremendous passion for this industry that is rarely seen in larger organisations. Paddy and Shane together have researched the industry to identify niche market opportunities where Roco can become the brand of choice for the general contractor and quarrying market sector.
To help Roco expand they have recruited the highly respected and trustworthy Hubert Watson who himself needs no introduction to crushing and screening. Hubert has worked almost 40 years himself with major brands such as Powerscreen, Finlay and Pegson, before establishing Fintec which he later sold to Sandvik.
L:R – Shane Connolly & Hubert Watson
Shane commented, “I am excited to have Hubert onboard to help myself and all the team expand our business globally. Hubert’s undeniable experience along with an infectious passion and knowledge in this industry is something we couldn't overlook. I jumped at the chance in recruiting Hubert and we are just thrilled to have him onboard”
Hubert replied, “I am delighted to come out of retirement to help Shane and his team at Roco. The big factor for me is his hunger to succeed in what is a very competitive industry and he reminds me of myself when I started out all those years ago with Powerscreen in 1982.”
Another big step forward for Roco was the appointment of Retec under the management of Iain and Ronan Herity as their first dealer based in London, Like Hubert, Iain’s name
L:R – Ronan Herity & Iain Herity
and reputation is synonymous with great achievements within the crushing and screening industry dating back to the late 1980’s when Iain was hugely instrumental in Extec’s success.
The mobile crushing and screening industry have historically seen its greatest growth when driven by passionate entrepreneurs who are fully focused 24/7 on their customers, dealer network and aftermarket support.
Roco will make its first introduction to the US market next month at the Conexpo in Las Vegas. Shane and Hubert will both be present at Conexpo to make themselves available to talk to potential new dealers and share their vision for Roco. Later in
June this year Roco will launch two new innovative and exciting
products at the Hillhead show in the UK to compliment their current product offering.
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