Sandvik merges operations forming Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology and moves to new premises in Ireland.

Sandvik has merged its operations Sandvik Mining and Sandvik Construction into one business area called Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology. Coinciding with the above announcement Sandvik will move into a new location in Portlaoise, Ireland.

Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology operations will be organised in a de-centralised business model with separate product areas based on the product offering. Each product area will have full responsibility and accountability for its respective business.

"Products developed for the customer segments mining and construction are based on common technologies with a similar aftermarket offering. By joining the operations into one business area we achieve a leaner and more efficient structure. The decentralized business model enables an even clearer focus and faster response to our customers", says Björn Rosengren, Sandvik´s President and CEO.

Stationary Crushing & Screening / Drill Equipment & Tools
The move shows clear intent and is part of Sandvik’s long term plan to support customers in the Irish market for Mining, Surface Drilling and Crushing applications. The new facility at Portlaoise will hold stock of key spare parts and key rock drilling tools for drilling machines and crushers.

A fully integrated workshop is available for the repair and maintenance of machines, including the large underground loaders and trucks used at Tara Mines. Service Engineers will be based at the facility and will be utilised in the field and in the workshop.

Sandvik are also pleased to inform their customers of the return of Mark Fekkes to the company. Mark who previously worked for both Svedala and Sandvik will be responsible for the sale of stationary equipment, parts and service in the North and South of Ireland.

Mobile Crushing & Screening
Sandvik mobile crushing and screening will transact as a separate business unit with a focus on its direct customers and global distributor network. This will be led by the manufacturing plant in Ballygawley, Co. Tyrone.