20^th January 2025 · Products & Services

Why is volumetric concrete the right choice for your next project?

Picture this: a construction project comes to a standstill due to a last-minute miscalculation in concrete supply. Delays pile up, materials go to waste, and costs keep rising. This is a frustrating but all-too-common issue for many construction projects.

Concrete waste is estimated to cause a large portion of construction site inefficiencies in the UK. But what if we told you there’s a smarter solution?

In this blog post, we’ll explore why volumetric concrete is a game-changer for construction projects and how it can help you save time, money, and resources.

What is volumetric concrete?

Volumetric concrete is a type of concrete that is mixed on-site, rather than being pre-mixed and delivered in a traditional drum mixer.

It is distributed using a specialised truck, which is essentially a mobile batching plant with compartments for sand, cement, water, and aggregates.

This method provides precise control over the mix design, ensuring that the exact amount and specifications are met for each project.

Advantages of volumetric concrete

Volumetric concrete has several advantages over traditional ready-mixed concrete. This includes:

Cost-effectiveness

Volumetric concrete allows you to pay only for the exact amount you use, eliminating the risk of over- or underordering.

It is produced as required, which means you will use the exact amount of concrete needed for your project with no leftover waste to dispose of. This not only cuts down on material costs but also eliminates the financial burden of waste management fees.

On-site mixing also shortens project timelines by minimising downtime. Workers are not required to wait for pre-mixed deliveries, which can be delayed due to traffic or scheduling conflicts. This increased efficiency reduces unnecessary labour costs, allowing projects to remain on schedule and within budget.

Flexibility and on-demand delivery

A significant advantage of volumetric concrete is its flexibility, making it an ideal choice for projects requiring precise control over mix design.

Volumetric concrete allows for on-site adjustments, meaning that the water-cement ratio, mix design and admixtures can be changed to meet new requirements.

Reduced environmental impact

Volumetric concrete offers a significant advantage in reducing material waste, making it a more sustainable choice for construction projects. Unlike traditional ready-mix concrete, which often leads to excess material, our volumetric mixers allow for precise on-site mixing. This ensures that only the exact amount of concrete needed is produced, eliminating unnecessary waste.

Beyond waste reduction, our optimised mix designs contribute to sustainability by minimising cement consumption, a key factor in lowering the carbon footprint of concrete production. By focusing on efficient mixing and precise material usage, we strive to reduce the environmental impact of your construction projects.

Quality control and consistency

Mixing concrete on-site improves quality control because the water-cement ratio can be precisely adjusted to achieve maximum strength and durability.

Volumetric concrete allows for instant adjustments to account for weather conditions, specific load-bearing requirements, or project specifications, resulting in a consistent high quality.

Suitable for various project sizes

Volumetric concrete can be used for projects of any size, from small residential jobs like driveways and patios to large-scale construction projects like foundations and industrial slabs.

Its ability to create different mix designs on demand makes it ideal for complex projects that require multiple concrete specifications in the same pour.

Why volumetric concrete is a better option than ready-mix for some projects

When deciding between volumetric and traditional ready-mix concrete, many people choose volumetric concrete for their projects due to its flexibility.

Traditional ready-mix concrete is ideal for large-scale pours with a predetermined mix design, as well as for simple jobs that require quick unloading. However, it must be applied quickly before it begins to set, which may present difficulties. Overordering can result in increased costs, whereas underordering or changes to mix designs can cause delays as new deliveries are required. Also, traditional ready-mix concrete cannot be modified after it leaves the plant, so any errors in the mix or unexpected site conditions could have an impact on the final quality.

Volumetric concrete is particularly well-suited for projects that require multiple batch variations. It is ideal for jobs where exact quantities are uncertain, such as small-scale construction, road repairs, or phased pours. As well as this, volumetric trucks provide a consistent supply in remote or difficult-to-access areas without the risk of concrete setting in transit.

Choosing the right volumetric concrete supplier

When selecting a volumetric concrete supplier, key factors to consider include experience, reliability, equipment quality, and customer service.

At Titan Concrete, we take pride in our expertise and dependable service.

With nearly a decade of experience, we deliver high-quality concrete using state-of-the-art volumetric trucks. Our friendly, efficient team ensures your concrete arrives on time and meets your exact project requirements.

We also offer a bespoke service, providing flexible, tailored solutions for projects of all sizes. Customers benefit from rapid delivery, multiple mix designs in a single pour, and real-time specification adjustments.

We can provide everything from concrete calculators to expert mix advice, ensuring you reduce waste and only pay for exactly what you need for your project.

Get in touch today for a free consultation or to learn more about our services.