The Challenge

A contractor working on a demolition and rebuild project in Belgium was faced with a familiar problem: a large volume of leftover rubble and debris from the demolition phase. Traditionally, this material would need to be removed from site at significant cost, only for new hardcore to be purchased and delivered back to site for use as foundations and pathways.

The customer recognised this as a waste of both money and energy and began searching for a more sustainable and cost-effective solution.

The Solution

The contractor contacted Gert de Bruijn of GenG Green Tech, Dragon Equipment’s BeNeLux importer, to explore on-site recycling options. Gert recommended bringing the Dragon Equipment CR400 Crusher directly to the site to process the demolition rubble into reusable hardcore.

The CR400 Crusher was delivered to site in a van and hired by the customer for just two days.

The Results

Despite challenging winter conditions — including very cold January weather and snow on the ground — the CR400 Crusher performed flawlessly.

Over the two-day hire period, the customer successfully:

Processed all demolition rubble on site
Created a clean, usable pile of hardcore ready for foundations and pathways
Eliminated disposal costs entirely
Avoided the need to purchase and transport new hardcore materials

The only costs incurred were the costs to hire the machine, and the labour to feed it.

Why the CR400 Crusher Made the Difference

Compact & Lightweight: Easily transported to site in a van
All-Terrain Tracks: Excellent site access, even in winter conditions
Highly Manoeuvrable: Simple to reposition for efficient loading
On-Site Processing: No double handling of materials, saving time and effort

Customer Feedback

The customer was extremely satisfied with the outcome, highlighting the significant cost savings, reduced environmental impact, and ease of use of the CR400 Crusher. Even in harsh weather conditions, the machine proved reliable and efficient.

Conclusion

This project demonstrates how the Dragon Equipment CR400 Crusher enables contractors to recycle demolition waste directly on site - saving money, reducing waste, and improving sustainability. With its compact design and robust performance, the CR400 is an ideal solution for projects where space, access, and efficiency are critical.