Coshla Quarries powers ahead with Custom Concrete Batching Plant from Rapid International

Coshla Quarries in Galway has taken a bold step toward modernising its operations with the installation of a new custom designed concrete batching plant, delivered by Rapid International. As demand for high-performance concrete continues to rise in the region, this purpose-built facility represents a significant investment in efficiency, quality, and long-term sustainability.

At the core of the new plant is Rapid’s R3000 pan mixer, a powerful 3m³ output machine known for producing consistent, high-spec concrete batches. The inclusion of this mixer underscores the quarry’s commitment to maintaining quality while ramping up production capacity to meet growing market needs.

The project is the result of a close collaboration between Coshla Quarries and Rapid, demonstrating the value of tailored engineering solutions. “This plant wasn’t just built to order, it was built to optimise,” said a spokesperson for Rapid. “From layout to performance features, every element was designed to support Coshla’s workflow and long-term operational goals.”

Key to the plant’s enhanced capacity are five large 50-tonne aggregate bins, providing broad material handling capabilities. These are supported by three cement silos, two 80-tonne and one 60-tonne. Offering flexible storage that ensures production continuity, even during high-demand periods.

Innovation extends beyond storage and mixing. The plant is equipped with a Rapid Jetwash high-pressure mixer washout system, streamlining cleaning routines and dramatically reducing downtime between batches. A bespoke shut-off device fitted to the readymix chute prevents unwanted concrete drips, helping maintain a cleaner work environment and minimising material waste.

This installation is more than a technological upgrade, it’s a strategic enhancement of Coshla Quarries’ production infrastructure. By significantly boosting output, reducing downtime, and improving material handling and hygiene, the plant marks a pivotal shift toward a smarter, more sustainable model of concrete production.

For Rapid International, this project reinforces its position as a leader in custom batching solutions. The company continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in concrete technology, focusing on solutions that adapt to the unique challenges and ambitions of each client.

As Galway’s construction sector grows, Coshla Quarries’ new facility positions them as a key supplier ready to meet modern demands with confidence and precision. This partnership between a forward-thinking quarry and an innovative equipment manufacturer is a shining example of how bespoke engineering can power progress in the built environment.