Brewster Brothers, a Scottish company, has invested in a second 150tph facility in Cumbernauld to transform construction, demolition, and excavation (C,D&E) waste into high-performing recycled aggregates. The new facility is equipped with state-of-the-art technology from CDE, a global leader in wet processing solutions. The plant can recycle 300,000 tonnes of waste annually, producing two sands and four aggregates. Brewster Brothers’ recycled aggregates are widely used in construction projects, accounting for 25% of sand and gravel used in the industry.
The company’s commitment to sustainability is evident in its closed-loop recycling process, which recycles up to 90% of processed water for immediate re-use. This reduces the need to source additional water and preserves the water supply in the west of central Scotland. The implementation of washing technology removes 99% of trash content, and the company has saved customers over £2 million in aggregate tax and over £4 million in landfill tax.
Scott Brewster, Managing Director of Brewster Brothers, emphasized the importance of adopting circular business models in the construction industry, which generates 50% of Scotland’s waste, 40% of its carbon emissions, and 50% of its natural resource consumption. The company’s investment in the second facility demonstrates its commitment to reducing waste and carbon emissions while providing high-quality recycled aggregates to the construction industry.