Business Details
50+ Years
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Emergency
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Specialist Construction Plant Design & Installation Services
Established in 1973, D & C Engineers has built a reputation as a specialist engineering firm serving the concrete, quarry, and asphalt industries. Our family-run business combines over five decades of experience with a commitment to innovation, delivering turnkey solutions for plant design, manufacture, installation, and maintenance. With a team of 40 employees and 13 mobile units, we operate nationwide while maintaining an international reputation for quality and reliability. Our engineers hold certifications including SSIP (Avetta), Constructionline, and BS EN 1090-2 EXC Class 2, ensuring compliance with the highest industry standards.We pride ourselves on collaborative working relationships with clients such as Tarmac, Hanson UK, and Bylor, delivering complex projects like nuclear-grade concrete plants for Hinkley Point C. Our investment in continuous staff training and modern equipment, including 30-70 ton cranes, enables us to tackle technically challenging projects while maintaining a 25-year average employee tenure. As NICEIC-registered electrical contractors, we provide comprehensive solutions from initial design through to final certification, demonstrated by our work on Transport for London's Elizabeth Line infrastructure.
Services
Concrete batching plants
Asphalt plant installation
Plant maintenance contracts
Nuclear-grade concrete systems
Plant refurbishments
Electrical installations
Mortar plant manufacturing
Batch heater systems
Cement sampling systems
Soil stabilisation plants
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of specialist experience in concrete plant engineering
- Our 13 mobile engineering teams provide nationwide coverage with rapid response
- Certified to BS EN 1090-2 EXC Class 2 for structural steelwork manufacturing
- Proven track record on major projects like Hinkley Point C nuclear plant
- NICEIC-registered electrical contractors with in-house fabrication capabilities
Associations and certifications
- SSIP
- Avetta
- Constructionline
- NICEIC
- BS EN 1090-2 EXC Class 2
What people say
Obvious choice for projects
Best operational batching plant
Excellent performance
Nuclear grade concrete specialists
Collaborative working
Services
Concrete batching plants
D & C Engineers designs and manufactures high-performance concrete batching plants tailored to specific site requirements. Our systems incorporate advanced Hydronix moisture controls and 8m mixers capable of producing 160m per hour. Each plant is engineered for reliability and ease of maintenance, with features including structural steelwork, mixer high-pressure wash systems, and CE-marked components.
Plant installation
We provide comprehensive plant installation services including method statements, risk assessments, and crane lift planning. Our qualified engineers handle mechanical and electrical integration, supported by dedicated project managers. The process includes client collaboration on snagging lists and final certification to ensure seamless plant handover.
Plant refurbishments
Our refurbishment services modernise existing plants with computer controls and efficiency improvements. We've successfully upgraded systems to increase output from 40 to 60m per hour while maintaining environmental compliance. Services include component replacement, control system modernisation, and complete plant re-siting.
Nuclear-grade concrete systems
Specialist nuclear-grade concrete production systems designed for critical infrastructure projects. These plants feature precision batching controls and quality assurance processes that met the exacting standards required for Hinkley Point C's reactor construction.
Electrical installations
NICEIC-registered electrical services covering control panel design, PLC integration, and full plant electrical systems. Our engineers provide 17th edition City & Guilds certified installations with complete documentation including test certificates and CAD circuit drawings.
Questions
What types of plants does D&C Engineers specialise in?
We specialise in concrete, asphalt, and mortar batching plants with capabilities in nuclear-grade concrete production systems and soil stabilisation plants.
Do you provide nationwide installation services?
Yes, our 13 mobile engineering teams operate across the UK from our Tamworth base, supported by heavy lifting equipment and qualified installers.
Are you certified to industry standards?
We hold accreditations including SSIP (Avetta), Constructionline, BS EN 1090-2 EXC Class 2, and NICEIC registration for electrical work.
Can you handle plant refurbishment projects?
Yes, we modernise existing plants with control system upgrades and capacity improvements, often achieving 50% output increases while reducing environmental impact.
What support is available for breakdowns?
We provide nationwide breakdown callouts with rapid response times, supported by local spare parts availability to minimise downtime.
How do you ensure project quality?
Through detailed planning, qualified personnel with CPCS/CSCS certifications, and comprehensive documentation from design through to final certification.
