Winget celebrates 115 years in Concrete
Winget marks its 115th anniversary in 2023. With the debut of its 100Te electrified mixer at EHS 2023, it continues to be a leading UK manufacturer of concrete machinery.
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ounded in 1908, the Winget journey began when British engineer John
Faulder Burn acquired UK rights to a groundbreaking block moulding machine. Many notable innovations followed, including the first-ever ‘tilting drum mixer’ in 1915 – the forerunner of concrete mixers used on building sites across the world today. Winget's commitment to manufacturing quality machinery has never wavered.
The company believes in the old adage: ‘if you buy cheap, you buy twice’, so all their machines are built to last and backed up by industry leading parts availability – often supplying parts for 30-year-old machines that are just embarking on the second half of their productive life!
Much has changed since 1908, from factories powered by coal furnaces to a world where carbon footprint, resource efficiency and sustainability are vital considerations for us all. The UK Plant Hire sector, rightly, leads the shift to greener machines, leaner operations, and less waste in our industry and Winget embraces this challenge, employing energy-saving initiatives throughout their factory, appointing local suppliers wherever possible and, perhaps most importantly, producing
machines that last a lifetime against the backdrop of a ‘throw-away’ society.
In February this year Winget launched its new 100Te, a 110V version of the company's popular Yanmar diesel powered 100T site mixer. Its launch followed demand from contractors working in Low Emission Zones and other urban sites restricting the use of diesel equipment. The desire for more green solutions has led the company to launch 150Te and 175Te versions, now gaining in popularity in markets such as Northern Ireland.
“As a UK manufacturer, we endeavour to source British steel wherever possible. Looking ahead, we keep a close eye on companies developing in the concrete sector, and this will help to inform future product developments. Most of all, I’m immensely proud of the company and our heritage, which is perhaps underlined by the fact that my fellow MD, Steve Hodges, is now retiring after 50 years in the business. Here’s to the next milestone!”
This 1951 mixer is in Uruguay now, and it still works!
“The rise of Ultra Low Emission Zones, along with sustainability concerns and Net Zero targets in prospect, have certainly proven challenging,” explains Winget MD Phil Winnington. “We’re actively monitoring the progress of new technologies that may in the future replace diesel. With the single phase, 110 volt electric 100Te, our latest solution is not only built to last, it is 90% recyclable – both of which are advantageous from a Capex point of view.
Meanwhile, Winget’s enduring success can be attributed to its global presence. With over 90 years of experience in exporting mixers to markets worldwide, and in an industry where longevity and reputation are hard- fought achievements, its 115th
anniversary is a
testament to its steadfast dedication to quality, reliability and customer satisfaction. n
The 100Te is well at home on the jobsite.
STEADFAST AND SURE Meet Winget on stand H30 at EHS 2024. For more information about its mixer range and to find your nearest dealer, visit
www.winget.co.uk or email
hello@winget.co.uk
24 Executive Hire News - September 2023
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