Is it Time for a New Plant? 5 Questions Will Let You Know.

1. Are you losing work because of limited geographic coverage?
Are you consistently losing bids because your current plant is too far away for delivery? If so, it may be time to invest in a new stationary or mobile plant strategically located to expand your reach and serve a broader customer base. The money you invest in a new plant might seem like a small price to pay in a year when your business is bustling with new customers.

2. Is the lack of a mobile plant costing you government work?
It’s no secret that government jobs come with stricter rules. Specifically, DOT projects require on-site concrete production to meet specific specifications and timelines. If you can’t bid on or fulfill DOT contracts because you don’t have a mobile concrete plant, you're missing out on valuable opportunities for consistent revenue. Investing in a mobile plant can give you the flexibility and agility to take on DOT jobs and other on-site projects easily.

3. Are you losing bids or work because of insufficient capacity?
If your existing concrete plant is consistently operating at or near maximum capacity, leading to production bottlenecks, delays in fulfilling orders, or an inability to take on new customers, it's a clear signal that you may need to invest in a new plant with higher throughput.

4. Are you having quality control issues?
When it comes to concrete manufacturing, you’re only as good as your reputation. If you're having issues with inconsistent mixtures or contamination between batches, word will get around, and the result could be catastrophic for your business. Quality control issues are a clear sign that your plant's equipment may be outdated or malfunctioning. Investing in a new plant with better guardrails can ensure uniformity and consistency in your concrete production and safeguard your reputation for delivering high-quality batches.

5. Are you using too many band-aids?
Fixing and updating old and broken plant parts is a part of life in concrete manufacturing. It’s how our sister company, MPParts, achieved so much success. However, there comes a point when doing just enough to keep things going isn’t the right decision. While it can be difficult to see beyond the initial expense, it’s critical to consider the big picture and measure the new revenue and lower maintenance costs that a new plant provides.

If you answered “Yes” to any of the questions above, it’s time to consider a new plant to improve your business’s competitiveness and profitability. Our team can use the issues you’re dealing with now as a springboard to create the best customized plant solution to help you moving forward. We understand that investing in a new plant requires a significant financial investment, which is why we’ll do everything in our power to make sure you get it right.