Volumetric concrete provides the precise mix type you need for your project. Concrete mixes generally use cement powder which is combined with water and a a mix of coarse and fine aggregates. With the Volumetrics ability to start and stop we can provide concrete for your project with no waste which means you are not paying for concrete you don't need. Tell the operator when you are one wheelbarrow away from having enough concrete and there will be no waste. The material carried onboard isn't combined until it drops into the mixing auger, the remaining unused material on the lorry can be used at the next job or offloaded at the end of the day. 

 

Traditional when you order Ready Mix Concrete or Mini Mix Concrete the lorry is filled with an amount of material to make the volume you have ordered. The mixing process starts immediately and your concrete could be an hour old by the time it gets to you depending on the distance from the batching plant and traffic conditions. With Volumetric Concrete your concrete is mixed on the spot, you can't get fresher, extending the time you have to work with it.  

 

Some concrete mix types include additional materials to meet specialist requirements. Control fibres can reduce the risk of cracking, structural fibres add strength and remove the need for mesh while plasticisers improve flow and workability. Additives can speed up or slow down setting and reduce corrosion where steel rebars are used. 

 

See our concrete strength guide for more information. 

Until recently, the fluidity of concrete has always been referred to as the concretes Slump, its now referred to as the concretes Consistence. We will refer to the fluidity of concrete as slump. 

 

When it comes to concrete, selecting the right type for your project is crucial for achieving optimal results. One essential factor to consider is the concrete's "slump," which refers to its consistency before it sets. So, what is concrete slump and why does it matter.