Concrete crusher helps achieve CO2 reduction

Sustainable innovation at Schiphol

Industrial park Elzenburg in Oss is one of those typical Dutch industrial areas where, especially during the week, it is buzzing with activity. Two of the companies have found each other in the field of sustainable and circular concrete. They are Hendriks Bouw en Ontwikkeling and Van de Haterd Zand- en Cementhandel.

The company on loan

At a time when sustainable and circular construction is central to the construction industry, Hendriks Construction and Development recognizes the need for sustainable change. The company invests heavily in the development of circular materials and maintains close partnerships with organizations developing bio-based materials. The belief that our planet must be preserved not only for current generations but also for future generations drives the efforts of the current, fourth-generation directors at Hendriks.

Sand and cement trade

Through its many years of experience, Van de Haterd Zand- en Cementhandel is an expert in the field of sand and cement and thus concrete. With the development and use of Master Concrete, it is a recognized player in the construction industry. The concrete it produces is passable and walkable just a few hours after processing. 

True circular materials 

A crucial part of this sustainable change is the introduction of circular concrete, manufactured using the ARAC crusher. This innovative machine separates concrete debris, previously considered waste, and transforms it into clean materials such as sand, gravel and filler. This results in the production of new, truly circular concrete. The development of the ARAC crusher came about thanks to a collaboration between various partners. Van de Haterd plays an important role in this through its renewed dumping system. It mixes the required raw materials on site, which ensures consistently fresh concrete and eliminates waste in the process, such as stealth dumping or large unused concrete stocks.

Schiphol as a sustainable forerunner

BKB Infra is working at Schiphol on the construction and maintenance of the so-called lot 2, where it carries out the work from the facade to 'the red line'; where the runway begins. For efficiency and for sustainability reasons, it has its own concrete plant at Schiphol. The use of the ARAC crusher came about by accident. Sander de Boer, director at BKB Infra, says that during a periodic relation visit to Van de Haterd, the ARAC crusher caught his eye. This would be a fantastic contribution to the sustainable and circular goals at Schiphol! The airport is known worldwide for its commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. By deploying the ARAC crusher, Schiphol is actively contributing to the reduction of its CO2 emissions. This initiative marks a crucial step towards a more sustainable construction industry.

Also for third parties

The ARAC crusher will not only be used for Hendriks' own projects, but is also available to other parties who want to supply concrete rubble and purchase clean raw materials. This actively promotes sustainability. 

Future-oriented and sustainable

The deployment of the ARAC crusher is a promising step toward a more sustainable construction industry, and Hendriks looks forward to further developments and collaborations that will positively impact the environment. Formal KOMO certification is still awaited, but by conducting sufficient interim tests and measurements, it is, of course, already in compliance with all regulations at this time, and quality is closely monitored. "Hendriks is committed to a sustainable future and we are proud to be able to use this innovative technology to support Schiphol and the construction industry in reducing their CO2 emissions," said Vincent Hendriks, managing director of Hendriks.