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Volumetric Concrete vs Ready Mix Concrete

Volumetric Concrete vs Ready Mix Concrete

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When it comes to concrete supply, not all solutions are created equal. At GB Concrete & Pump, we specialise in volumetric concrete and for good reason. While traditional ready mix concrete has been the go-to option for decades, volumetric concrete offers a smarter, more efficient, and cost-effective alternative.

What’s the Difference?

  • Ready Mix Concrete is batched at a central plant and delivered in rotating drum trucks. Once it’s on the road, the clock starts ticking – any delay can result in wasted product and extra costs.
  • Volumetric Concrete, on the other hand, is mixed on-site using specialised trucks. Each ingredient is stored separately and combined only when and as needed.

Why Volumetric Concrete Wins

1. No Waste – You Only Pay for What You Use

One of the biggest advantages of volumetric concrete is zero waste. With ready mix, if you over-order, you’ll likely have excess concrete that can’t be used and you’ll pay to dispose of it. Under-order, and you’re stuck waiting for another batch to arrive, causing project delays.

With GB Concrete & Pump’s volumetric service, we mix exactly what you need on-site. No guesswork. No surplus. No paying for concrete that gets sent back.

2. Flexibility on the Job

Conditions on-site can change fast. Whether you suddenly need more or less material, volumetric trucks adapt in real time. This flexibility simply isn’t possible with ready mix, where once it’s batched, the ratio is fixed.

3. Fresh Mix, Every Time

Because volumetric concrete is mixed on-site, it’s always fresh. This means better quality and performance for your pour, compared to ready mix which may sit in a drum for hours before it arrives.

4. Environmentally Friendly

Less waste means a smaller environmental footprint. With volumetric concrete, you’re only producing what’s required, reducing the amount of raw material used and minimising unnecessary transportation.

Why GB Concrete & Pump?

At GB Concrete & Pump, we’re committed to delivering the most efficient and cost-effective concrete solution for your project. Our volumetric fleet ensures you receive the highest quality mix, with total flexibility and no hidden costs.

Say goodbye to waste. Say goodbye to overpaying. Choose smarter. Choose GB Concrete & Pump.