Efficient Sand Extraction: Cristchurch ReadyMix

CLIENT: Christchurch ReadyMix

For a company like Christchurch Ready Mix Concrete Ltd, keeping sand extraction costs low is crucial. Reducing these costs helps optimise operational efficiency and ensure more cost-effective production.

Challenge:
Christchurch Readymix Concrete were looking to reduce their high extraction costs and improve operational safety on site.

Material discharge point 700m away from Dredging operation.

Solution:
We introduced the Dragflow DRP120 remote-controlled dredge which allows for remote operation up to 700 meters away from the discharge point. A dredge operator can now monitor and control the dredge’s performance via a tablet from their office.


Christchurch Readymix & DRP 120 Dredge

Results:
The DRP120, operated by a single person, outperformed traditional methods, significantly cutting costs and increasing efficiency. The DRP 120 extracted the same amount of sand as a digger and 2 dump trucks.

Dredge Operator Simon Gill stated, "The DRP120 extracts sand quicker than a digger filling two dump trucks. Buying the dredge was a great idea."


Simon Gill operating the Dragflow DRP 120 via re-mote control.