Construction is changing. It is no longer just about speed, strength, or cost. It is about responsibility. Builders, developers, and homeowners are now expected to consider not only what their projects look like but also what they leave behind. And when it comes to concrete, the choice of delivery method has a far bigger environmental impact than most people realise.
Volumetric concrete delivery has emerged as one of the most sustainable solutions available. By mixing concrete on site, only in the exact quantities required, it cuts waste, reduces packaging, and lowers the carbon footprint of every project. Compare that with the plastic and paper waste from bags of ready mix concrete, or the inefficiencies of pre-mixed truckloads that cannot be adjusted once they arrive, and the difference is clear.
This guide explores in detail why volumetric delivery is not just the smarter choice for builders but the greener one too.
Concrete is the most widely used man-made material on earth. It underpins cities, infrastructure, and housing. But it also carries a heavy environmental cost. Cement production alone contributes around 8% of global CO₂ emissions. When you add packaging waste, overproduction, and disposal of unused material, the footprint grows even larger.
Traditional methods of supply create unnecessary waste in three ways:
Every excess bag, every hardened pile of unused mix, every second journey adds to emissions and landfill. The construction sector is under growing pressure to change, and volumetric delivery is leading that change.
Volumetric mixers carry the raw ingredients of concrete separately. Aggregate, sand, cement, and water are stored in individual compartments. The mix is created on site, in the exact proportions required.
This system allows:
Using the wrong grade of concrete can lead to:
This flexibility is the key to its environmental benefits. By producing only what is needed, volumetric delivery ensures that no raw materials are wasted and no surplus concrete ends up dumped.
One of the most visible environmental benefits of volumetric delivery is the reduction in packaging.
Bags of ready mix concrete are convenient for very small jobs, but the environmental cost is high. The paper and plastic used for millions of bags each year creates huge amounts of waste. Even when packaging is recyclable, much of it does not make it to the recycling stream.
Volumetric delivery eliminates the need for packaging altogether. Concrete is mixed directly from raw materials in bulk, delivered to the site without unnecessary wrapping or disposal issues.
Volumetric delivery aligns with the principles of a circular economy. It reduces waste at the source, maximises resource efficiency, and ensures that materials are used only when and where they are needed.
Instead of generating surplus that needs to be disposed of, it closes the loop by eliminating surplus altogether. Builders who use volumetric delivery are not just saving money, they are actively contributing to a more sustainable construction industry.
At first glance, bags of ready mix concrete look cheap and accessible. But the environmental impact is often ignored.
For small DIY jobs, bags are practical. For anything else, they are wasteful and damaging to the environment.
At Singh Concrete, we know that responsibility goes hand in hand with reliability. Our fleet of volumetric trucks is maintained to the highest efficiency standards. Our processes are designed to minimise environmental impact while maximising performance for our customers.
By choosing Singh Concrete, you are not just choosing convenience and strength. You are choosing a partner that takes sustainability seriously.
We believe that building strong should never come at the cost of the planet.
Not when you consider total cost. By eliminating waste, reducing packaging, and cutting transport costs, volumetric delivery is often cheaper overall.
Yes. Our fleet is equipped to handle both domestic and commercial projects of all sizes.
By eliminating packaging waste, reducing transport emissions, and ensuring only the exact volume required is produced.
The construction industry cannot ignore its environmental impact. Every decision matters, from the materials we use to the way they are delivered.
Bags of ready mix concrete have their place in small-scale DIY projects, but for anything larger, their environmental cost is simply too high. Volumetric delivery represents a better way forward. It reduces waste, lowers emissions, and supports a more sustainable construction industry.
At Singh Concrete, we are proud to be leading this shift. By choosing volumetric delivery, builders and homeowners are not just making a practical choice. They are making a responsible one.
The future of construction is stronger, smarter, and greener. And it starts with every cubic metre of concrete poured.
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