Construction Aggregates are a crucial material in the construction industry. You can find them in many different applications, such as creating piling mats or producing concrete. However, using aggregates efficiently in large-scale construction projects is a challenging task. To maximize their use, you need to plan carefully, coordinate, and manage materials effectively and efficiently.   […]

Construction Aggregates are essential materials that are used in the construction of buildings, roads and other infrastructure. There are many different types of Aggregates, each of which has its own unique properties and characteristics. We will explore the benefits of using different types of Aggregates and how they can be used effectively in construction projects. […]

Drainage is an essential aspect of any construction project, whether it’s a new home, a commercial building, or a landscaping project. One of the most effective ways to improve drainage is by using drainage aggregates. Drainage aggregates are materials that can be used in various ways to facilitate water drainage. In this blog post, we […]

Japanese Knotweed is one of the most invasive plants in the UK.  It can grow in most soil conditions in the UK, but it often resides in man-made areas such as roadside, railways, waste ground, rivers and streams. If you have Japanese Knotweed on your land, then you must stop it from spreading off your […]

Many people may not know but aggregates play a huge role within the construction industry. They literally provide the foundations for construction projects across the world and are the most used construction material in the UK. in 2019, the total aggregate sales in England and Wales topped 148 million tonnes, highlighting the importance of aggregates. […]

You might not know it, but aggregates play a hugely important role within our lives. No matter where you go, you are most likely surrounded by structures and items that are made up of different types of aggregate materials. To put this into perspective concrete, which is made up of aggregates, is one of the […]

Riprap is a rock that is used to protect land or structures from rushing water. These rocks are stacked together to provide a protective barrier to anything that is behind it. It is made up of large durable rocks usually between 300mm – 700mm in size. Riprap is also referred to as Rock Armour Where […]

Stone reserves in the UK are in limited quantities meaning it’s important to find a sustainable alternative. By recycling demolition wastes we can reduce the amount of quarried stone needed to meet the demand of the construction industry. In 2020, recycled aggregates made up 25% of the total aggregate supply in the UK so we […]

Quarried aggregates are an important part of the UK economy. They account for 85% of the non-energy minerals extracted in the UK. The construction industry heavily relies on aggregates to help improve the UK’s infrastructure. in 2017, over 176 million tonnes of quarried aggregates were produced across Great Britain, making up 70% of the total […]

A Gabion Stone is a large natural stone, generally between 80mm-200mm in size. They are used to fill wire cages known as Gabion Baskets, which are generally used to quickly create inexpensive but aesthetically pleasing retaining walls. Due to their natural and angular look they are now widely used across construction & landscaping to help […]

What is MOT Type 1 Sub-base? MOT Type 1 Subbase or just Type 1 Subbase is a granular crushed aggregate. It is used as a subbase in construction work. Aggregate material is crushed to 40mm down to dust. This mixture of sizes makes it great for compaction, making it extremely strong with great loading bearing […]

Updated 29th October 2021 Do you have waste soils? Get in touch with the GMAT team for compliant recovery or disposal. Send your soil report to info@gmat.co.uk   Absolute Hazardous (AH)   |   Mirror Hazardous (MH)   | Mirror Non-Hazardous (MN)   |   Absolute Non-Hazardous (AN) CODE DESCRIPTION ENTRY TYPE 01   WASTE RESULTING FROM EXPLORATION, MINING, QUARRYING, […]