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Washing & Screening Feature
Maximising aggregate recovery, whether it is from virgin
material or recycled construction and demolition waste, and at
the same time managing the wider environmental impacts of
natural resource usage, is something that has become the
norm for the processing industry. The demand for quality
products continues to grow at a pace, and the industry is
doing what it can to protect natural resources.
Regulatory issues also place stringent controls on how
companies in the UK carry out their daily processes, so finding
the right balance between hitting production targets and
operating within these ever-tightening guidelines can be the
remedy for success for aggregate companies, regardless of
their size.
That’s where PowerX are helping their growing list of
customers to meet the challenges of better resource usage and
minimise waste management, all while improving the
manufacture of better performing, cost competitive materials.
Minimise Waste – Recycle More
The circular economy is driving the UK construction industry
and heightening the need for better environmental
responsibility. As a result, contractors are focusing more
heavily on the re-use of aggregates and minerals taken from
waste generated on building projects, rather than simply
relying on the usage of virgin materials.
PowerX have built many high performance washing and
screening plants across the UK that have been designed to
process high volumes of construction and demolition waste
every day. These facilities turn previously used material into
high quality, clean and graded products that can be fed back
into construction industry on projects of all sizes.
A secondary benefit to recycling as much of the material as
possible, is the reduction in volumes of waste being generated.
A well-designed wash plant can potentially recycle up to 80%
of the material that would otherwise be destined for tips and
landfills and returns more material back into the supply chain.
Improving Resource Management
It’s easy to forget that one of the most precious resources
involved in aggregate processing isn’t mined, blasted or
recovered. It’s the water that is consumed in modern day wash
plants. Every tonne of washed aggregate relies on thousands
of litres of water, and for many years the sector treated water
as an abundant resource.
Today, the story is very different, and the focus for the
company is on installing sustainable operations that
intelligently manages the resources used and recycles as much
water as possible.
By designing and installing advanced water treatment and
recycling installations, PowerX enables their clients to:
• Recover up to 95% of the water used in the washing
process, feeding it straight back into the system.
• Minimise or eliminate the need for settlement ponds,
freeing up land and reducing long term liabilities.
• Cut freshwater extraction and easing pressure on local
ecosystems.
• Reduce downtime and maintenance, thanks to
automated, high efficiency clarification and sludge
management.
These systems don’t just tick environmental boxes—they
fundamentally change the economics of washing. When water
becomes a closed loop resource, operational costs stabilise,
compliance becomes simpler, and production becomes more
predictable.
Looking Ahead
PowerX Equipment’s approach — combining technical
expertise, innovative design, and a strong commitment to
sustainability — places it at the forefront of the transition
away from using virgin materials. By enabling higher
recovery rates, reducing waste, improving water and
energy efficiency, the company is not only addressing
today’s challenges but also helping to shape the future of a
more sustainable aggregate processing industry.
In doing so, PowerX Equipment are demonstrating that
employing sustainable practices can build a more resilient
and responsible industry for generations to come. You can
discover more about their processing solutions by visiting
www.pxequip.com or arrange a meeting with their Design
Team by calling 02476 405100.
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