Astec Australia has expanded its dealer agreement with Mineral Processing Solutions (MPS) to include construction material product lines in Queensland, Victoria and Tasmania.
Under the terms of the new agreement, MPS will distribute all Astec fixed and modular crushing, fixed screening and washing equipment and systems, as well as material handling (Telestack) and Breaker Technology International (BTI) products to all states and territories.
The move represents a significant development in the relationship between the two companies.
According to Astec’s Regional Managing Director David Smale, Astec and MPS parent OPS Group have forged a strong partnership over the years.
“In June, we announced that MPS would take over distribution of Astec fixed and modular equipment in NSW, with other eastern states to follow later,” he said.
“It is testament to the strength and success of the relationship between Astec and MPS that those plans have now been brought forward.”
He said the partnership had also delivered significant benefits to customers.
“This new network will enable us to deliver parts more efficiently, reducing downtime and enhancing the operational efficiency of businesses,” David said.
“The MPS team’s extensive local market knowledge and experience in mineral processing – supported by Astec’s innovative technologies and manufacturing capability – has made MPS the perfect partner to deliver outstanding products and service.”
MPS already has a strong presence on the east coast with well-stocked depots in Goodna (Queensland), Rutherford (NSW) and Laverton (Victoria), and experienced local sales and service teams able to provide a quick response to customers. Branches in Darwin, Perth and Adelaide bring multiple options to the mix.
“By combining Astec’s expertise in supplying high-quality equipment with MPS’s extensive distribution network, we are creating a robust channel that guarantees better service or exceeding relationships and expectations across the nation,” David said.
“I look forward to the positive impact this collaboration will have on our customers working alongside MPS. Such synergy will continue to strengthen our market presence but also set highest standard for service in building the infrastructure of Australia.”
About Astec
Astec is a leading global manufacturer of specialised equipment for asphalt road building, aggregate processing and concrete production.
Based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA, Astec was founded in 1972 with the vision to apply creative thinking and state-of-the-art technology to traditionally low-tech industries, and to support that work with a corporate culture renowned for customer service.
Today, Astec Industries’ facilities on three continents manufacture an extensive range of market-leading products from crushing and screening plants and bulk material handling equipment to hot mix asphalt (HMA) facilities, concrete plants, milling machines, asphalt pavers, and material transfer vehicles.
About OPS
OPS Group is a diversified distributor of a broad range of mineral processing and bulk materials handling equipment. MPS specialises in fixed and modular equipment solutions, application support and project execution.
The company is focused on delivering reliable, customer-driven solutions for applications including the construction, infrastructure, quarrying, mining, earthmoving, construction, refining, energy, recycling and port handling industries.