Modern Quarrying Quarter 1 2021

Astec’s modular plant options support the more popular range of machinery offered by the company.

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Astec Industries Inc.’s recent group restructuring, which saw the establishment of several regional businesses, of which Astec Industries Africa andMiddle East is one, delivers benefits for aggregates customers operating in the region through an expanded product range and enhanced support structures, writes Munesu Shoko. NEW ASTEC REGIONAL STRUCTURE A BENEFIT FOR THE AGGREGATES SECTOR

A stec Industries Inc. created a new International Business division in 2020. The move forms part of Astec Industries’ international expansion strategy, with rregional sales organisations established to improve customer interaction and support of the complete range of Astec products. Astec Industries Africa and Middle East (AME), as one of the newly-created regional sales organisations, is responsible for business relationships in Africa, the Middle East and Central Asia. The AME offices are based in Elandsfontein, Johannesburg, with regional sales managers positioned strategically within the region to support the expanded dealer network and customers. “We look forward to contributing to the continued

growth of our customers’ businesses through the enhanced structure, optimised product range and support structures throughout the Astec Industries organisations,” explains Vinesh Surajlall, director – Material Solutions, Astec Industries AME. Expanded product range A key benefit for the aggregates sector is the expanded product range from a single supplier. Under the Material Solutions portfolio, Astec Industries AME offers crush- ing units (portable, track mounted, jaw crushers, cone crushers and vertical shaft impactors); screening units (portable and track-mounted, high frequency screens, horizontal screens, incline screens, scalper screens and combos); materials handling equipment (stackers, con-

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MODERN QUARRYING QUARTER 1 - 2021