helping to reduce consumption without compromising power - a benefit that aligns well with Crush It Green’s focus on cost control and environmental responsibility. The Volvo L120 wheel loaders, a staple in rehandling and stockpiling work, are valued for their smooth, responsive hydraulics and operator comfort. Their load-sensing hydraulics make material handling faster and more precise - critical in a high-output, recycling-intensive operation. The spacious cab and ergonomic controls have also been noted by operators for reducing fatigue during long shifts. Fuel efficiency is another key benefit. With multiple machines running simultaneously, even a one- litre-per-hour improvement makes a measurable financial impact. “It’s not just a nice-to-have - it’s a real advantage,” Rodwell notes. Recycling in action While the company hasn’t yet formalised sustainability metrics, its entire model is built around
environmental benefit. Many of its projects involve processing discarded concrete from other businesses, keeping waste out of landfill and turning it into usable material for new construction work. “We’re not ticking boxes. We’re actively diverting waste and giving it new life,” says Rodwell. Looking ahead: expansion and consolidation Crush It Green has recently expanded its operations, investing in new machinery and tackling more sites. The focus now is on consolidation - maintaining stan- dards, improving efficiencies, and growing sustainably. “Babcock and Volvo are key to that journey. My only ask is: don’t change. Keep treating breakdowns as urgent. Keep supporting us on the finance side when we invest in bigger equipment. And walk that road with us,” says Rodwell. His advice to other contractors? “Volvo would always be my first choice. Not just because the machines are top quality - and they are - but because of the after- sales partnership. Babcock is a pleasure to deal with. We make money together. We break rocks together. We do what we do – together.” l
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