UK engineering firm Cubic3 Direct worked with MC Truck and Bus and Volvo introduce the first Hardox steel hopper on a volumetric concrete mixer, to meet 32 tonne weights regulation without sacrificing build quality
Cubic3 Direct (https://cubic3.org), a dealer for concrete machinery and special vehicles, and KCP Heavy Industries (https://kcppump.com), a South Korean manufacturer, have worked with Volvo Trucks dealer MC Truck and Bus to bring the KC3M8 Mixer to market, a durable volumetric concrete mixer exceeding UK and EU regulations through the innovative use of Hardox steel produced by SAAB of Sweden.
Following a number of years of R&D, testing multiple prototypes and production mixer bodies over a combined 10 years of service, this collaboration took full advantage of the combined expertise in bodybuilding, volumetric mixers, materials and manufacturing. KCP have joined the Hardox In My Body campaign to celebrate this effective application of the high-quality steel.
Graham Jones from Cubic3 Direct, said “This volumetric mixer is the latest machine based on an established design. It is a culmination of decades of experience and I can’t wait to demonstrate the quality of this machine to our existing and new customers.”
The KC3M8 Volumetric Mixer has a maximum payload up to 8m3 – depending on chassis and mix design – without sacrificing on build quality. This ensures concrete firms can run their business without worrying that the cost of repairs and warranty issues will cut into their profits and reputation for getting the job done quickly and on time.
The KC3 Concrete Mixer features:
- Simple, user-friendly and fitter-friendly design
- Reliable operation over a long life
- Accurate computer system, with manual overrides
Fabricated in South Korea and featuring Hardox 400 aggregate hoppers since 2017, the KC3M8 is available now with a peace-of-mind 7-year hopper warranty, 5 years of annual calibrations, and 3-year hydraulic warranty. Parts and support will be provided by Cubic3 Direct with support from an experienced technical team and chassis bodybuilding workshops.
About Cubic3 Direct
Cubic3 Direct is a trading style of Cubic3 Design and Engineering Ltd.
Cubic3 Design and Engineering founders have a distinguished record in the UK concrete machinery industry since the 1980s.
The company has: continued to support a fleet of 10 volumetric mixers used by to the British Army which were recently refurbished to return to service; designed and built a rail-mounted volumetric mixer to rail standards for Balfour Beatty which was also refurbished after successful deployment; and worked on multiple specialist engineering projects and consultancy in transport, architecture and construction.
In 2015 the company developed a close working relationship with KCP Heavy Industries, combining their experience operating, designing and building volumetric mixers with the high-volume manufacturing capability of KCP to develop a cost-effective volumetric mixer.
Cubic3 Direct are dealers for KCP concrete pumps, placing booms and special vehicles.
About KCP Heavy Industries
KCP Heavy Industries are a successful South Korean manufacturer of heavy machinery, including concrete pumps, volumetric concrete mixers, and special vehicles for utilities and infrastructure work.
About Volvo Trucks
Volvo is the second-largest producer of heavy trucks. Volvo Trucks core values are centred around safety, quality and the environment. In addition to promoting stylish design, the Swedish manufacturer is pioneering methods of eco-friendly production that are among the most advanced in the world.
About MC Truck and Bus
MC Group has been providing transport solutions for 30 years. With a demonstrable track record of consistently delivering quality vehicles, rental options, aftersales and excellent back-up on a national level, MC Group is a leader in commercial vehicle solutions.
