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Which Method Will Suit Your Project Best? Volumetric Mixers VS Ready Mix Concrete

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Why Choose Us?

As The South Easts longest established volumetric concrete supplier, VMC has had the pleasure of working on a wide range of commercial projects over the years and is therefore able to provide the very best advice, service and price.

Our professional operators will work closely with you to ensure you are supplied and served quickly and efficiently, enabling you to get on with the job at hand. If you need concrete, screed or pumps, you only have to say it once!

The Advantages of Volumetric Mixers

  •  Absolutely no waste
  •  No part loading
  •  Mix change be adjusted (dry or wet)
  •  Mix can be alerted for texture, hold and consistency
  •  Ability to do milk runs off a single load
  •  Materials remain useable right up until mixed
  •  Ideal for small job, such as paths and patios
  •  Has a 5-metre delivery chute

The disadvantages of Volumetric Mixers

  •  Results are reliant on experience to produce a quality product
  •  Produces excessive dust
  •  Able to operate at 42 tonne
  •  Causes an inconsistent mix if material is wet
  •  Can yield excess bleed water

The advantages of Ready Mix Concrete

  •  Fully certified, BSI accredited product to ensure quality
  •  Fast off-loading speed
  •  Quick loading
  •  Operates at 32 tonne
  •  Concrete mix is consistent

The disadvantages of Ready Mix Concrete

  •  Has a 2-hour window in which the concrete has to be used
  •  Premixed materials are unable to be returned without added cost
  •  Only able to provide the same amount of volume of mix initially loaded
  •  Part load changes can apply