McLanahan and SunEnviro to host open day
Companies to highlight circular construction principles with demonstration of cutting-edge recycling plant on 3 September
WASTE washing specialist McLanahan and aggregates firm SunEnviro have announced an open day event in Thetford, Norfolk, and are inviting industry professionals to see first-hand how McLanahan’s recently commissioned construction, demolition, and excavation (CD&E) recycling plant is turning waste materials into valuable and marketable recycled products under the SunAggregates brand.
Operational earlier this year, SunEnviro’s latest facility – one of several located throughout England – processes up to 100,000 tonnes of waste annually into premium aggregate products and sand, in compliance with British Standards.
Key equipment features include a McLanahan UltraSCRUB system, an UltraSAND unit, and an HRT10 thickener, which all work together to ensure high throughput, minimal water use, and full site circularity. The waste washing plant also includes a state-of-the-art filter press that can transform up to 40 tonnes of liquid silt slurry into dry, pressed cake in just 90min.
The open day, which will take place next month (Wednesday 3 September), will offer those looking to improve or add a recycling process to their plant, as well as those who are struggling with the upcoming costs associated with trommel fines in the UK, providing a significant insight into best practices for building a circular system.
David Hunter, business line director of McLanahan, said: ‘This plant proves that localized waste processing can be both sustainable and commercially viable, supporting the regional construction supply chain.’
Multiple aspects have helped make SunEnviro’s Thetford site unique. Comprised entirely of McLanahan equipment and components, the plant has been designed to meet minimal water intake and ensure the process keeps as much material and water on site as possible.
The compact footprint of this site has also meant that the planning process for McLanahan was considerable. The system, for example, completes an ‘L’ shape on site, keeping the various components tucked in along two sides, maximizing room for feed material and clean, sorted end-products.
Mat Stewart, managing director of SunEnviro, concluded: ‘We are delighted to showcase how recycled aggregates can meet market demands and environmental objectives simultaneously, whilst also fitting around on-site obstacles and dimensions.'
For more information about the event or to register, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mclanahan-open-day-sunenviro-tickets-1489233761269?aff=oddtdtcreator
