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The PrimeBatch Australia team is on the move! 🚙👏

Jon and Jerry have officially kicked off their east coast road trip, travelling through Cooma, Sydney, Mansfield, and Melbourne to connect with clients, partners, and colleagues along the way.

This trip is all about meeting face-to-face, sharing insights, and discussing the latest in SIMEM concrete batching solutions—from ready-mix and precast to underground applications.

If you’re along the route and would like to catch up with the team, get in touch—we’d love to connect during the journey.

Ready for Your Next Project?

Whether you’re upgrading, expanding, or building new, PrimeBatch can deliver a SIMEM solution that’s built for the long haul.

Contact our team today to learn more about SIMEM batching solutions and how they can support your next project.

As Australia works toward its net zero emissions target by 2050, the infrastructure sector faces increasing pressure to adopt smarter, low-carbon construction methods.

At PrimeBatch, we deliver SIMEM batching and precast solutions that are designed with environmental performance in mind, supporting the goals outlined in the Australian Government’s Net Zero Plan and sustainability frameworks such as the IS Rating Scheme and Green Star.

How SIMEM Plants Drive Sustainability

✔️ Low-Carbon Concrete Ready
SIMEM technology is engineered for flexibility, enabling the use of recycled aggregates and low-emission cement alternatives—helping accelerate the transition to more sustainable concrete production.

✔️ Efficient, Waste-Minimising Systems
With precise material dosing and streamlined production, SIMEM plants reduce waste and lower energy consumption across both mobile and fixed operations.

✔️ Environmental Safeguards Built In
Solutions like the SIMEM BETONWASH recover materials from returned concrete and separate wash water, reducing discharge and supporting circular economy practices.

Ready for Your Next Project?

Whether you’re upgrading, expanding, or building new, PrimeBatch can deliver a SIMEM solution that’s built for the long haul.

Contact our team today to learn more about SIMEM batching solutions and how they can support your next project.

PrimeBatch is proud to announce that we are now bronze members of the Concrete Institute of Australia (CIA).

This membership gives us the opportunity to connect, collaborate, and share knowledge with the wider CIA community, strengthening our commitment to advancing innovation and excellence in the concrete industry.

We’re particularly excited to take part in Concrete 2025 in Adelaide this September—a key event for discussing new technologies, sustainability, and the future of concrete in Australia.

At PrimeBatch, we deliver next-generation concrete solutions across the ready-mix, precast, and underground sectors. In partnership with Simem Group, and supported nationally by FMS Group, we supply and support industry-leading batching solutions.

Ready for Your Next Project?

Whether you’re upgrading, expanding, or building new, PrimeBatch can deliver a SIMEM solution that’s built for the long haul.

Contact our team today to learn more about SIMEM batching solutions and how they can support your next project.

Whether you need a tall and slim vertical silo or a compact horizontal design, PrimeBatch has a silo solution to suit your project.

What Silos Do

Silos store a wide range of cementitious materials, including:

• Cement

• Fly ash

• Microsilica (silica fume)

• Slag

• Lime

These powders act as binders in the production of concrete, making silos a critical part of any batching plant.

Standard & Custom Options

Our standard silo range includes:

• Vertical silos: from 25 m³ to 195 m³

• Horizontal silos: 44 m³, designed for easy transport

For unique requirements, we can design and supply custom silo solutions in virtually any shape or size.

Every PrimeBatch Silo Includes

• ⚡ AS3000-compliant electrical wiring for full plant integration

• 🪜 AS1657-compliant access systems to the silo top

• ✅ Complete accessories – level detection, over-pressure protection, alarms, top-mounted filters, fill pipe, valves, and more

• 🔣 Mechanical, electrical, and assembly drawings, including foundation calculations

• ⌛ Conveyance options – augers or air slides, depending on plant configuration

• 🏋 Load cells on legs (optional) for precision monitoring

Did You Know?

The largest cement silo in the world is located at the Port of Melbourne, with an impressive capacity of around 35,000 m³.

At PrimeBatch, we deliver next-generation concrete solutions across the ready-mix, precast, and underground sectors. In partnership with Simem Group and supported by FMS Group, we can design, supply, and support silos that meet the toughest demands.

Ready for Your Next Project?

Whether you’re upgrading, expanding, or building new, PrimeBatch can deliver a SIMEM solution that’s built for the long haul.

Contact our team today to learn more about SIMEM batching solutions and how they can support your next project.

PrimeBatch is excited to announce the opening of our new office in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane. Conveniently located in the heart of the city, this new space strengthens our ability to connect with clients, partners, and colleagues across Queensland and beyond.

For those in Brisbane—whether you’re a long-time industry colleague or simply interested in exploring your next concrete batching plant solution—we’d be delighted to welcome you to our new location.

At PrimeBatch, we deliver next-generation concrete solutions across the ready-mix, precast, and underground sectors. We are proud to partner with Simem Group and are supported nationally by FMS Group.

To find out more or to arrange a visit, please get in touch with Jon Bruce and the team.

Primebatch is the exclusive authorised SIMEM distributor for Australia and Papua New Guinea. If you are specifying SIMEM equipment, Primebatch is your only authorised Australian source for genuine equipment, factory-backed support, and certified spare parts.

Performance. Reliability. Compliance.

That’s why Australia’s biggest projects choose SIMEM batching plants—and now, PrimeBatch is proud to be your authorised SIMEM dealer in Australia and Papua New Guinea, with national support provided by FMS Group.

As the exclusive authorised SIMEM S.p.A. distributor for Australia and PNG, PrimeBatch is your only local source for genuine SIMEM parts and factory-backed technical support.

From civil infrastructure and precast to tunnelling and mining, SIMEM sets the benchmark in concrete batching plant technology.

Primebatch currently supports four to five SIMEM batching plants operating at the Snowy 2.0 pumped-hydro project in the Snowy Mountains. This is one of Australia’s largest active infrastructure projects. For buyers evaluating SIMEM for major civil, tunnelling, or infrastructure applications, this is the reference point.

Why SIMEM?

• ✔️ Built for tough Australian conditions

• ✔️ Modular, scalable, and fully customisable

• ✔️ Powered by advanced SIMEM@TIC automation software

• ✔️ Compliant with AS4024, AS3000, AS1657, and AS1379 standards

• ✔️ Designed with sustainability in mind

• ✔️ Backed by expert local support and genuine SIMEM spare parts

• ✔️ Exclusive Australian and PNG distribution through Primebatch – the only authorised source for genuine SIMEM parts and factory support in these territories

Ready for Your Next Project?

Our concrete batching plant range covers ready-mix, mining, tunnelling, and infrastructure applications, including the MMX5000 and Bison Dry series.

Whether you’re upgrading, expanding, or building new, PrimeBatch can deliver a SIMEM solution that’s built for the long haul.

Contact our team today to learn more about SIMEM batching solutions and how they can support your next project.

To speak with our team directly: Phone: +61 437 513 746 Email: enquiries@primebatch.com.au Based in Paget, QLD. National service coverage through FMS Group.

The SIMEM MMX5000 wet batching plant has already proven itself in Australia—with four units in operation for several years, consistently delivering high-quality concrete. Now, supported locally by PrimeBatch, this plant is ready to become the next flagship solution for ambitious projects.

Why Choose the MMX5000?

• Rapid deployment – minimal foundation requirements and fast assembly.

• High-performance twin-shaft mixer – 3.33 m³ output per cycle, with moisture probes for automatic water correction.

• Flexible cement handling – multiple silos in various configurations, feeding up to 3 scales for cement and SCMs.

• Modular aggregate storage – adaptable to different mix designs and project needs.

• Efficient production – rapid cycles delivering over 120 m³/hr rated capacity.

Advantages of Wet Batching

• Reduced environmental impact – fully sealed mixing chamber minimises dust and cement emissions.

• Superior concrete quality – leading to fewer reworks and reduced batch returns.

• Lower transport emissions – less diesel consumption and reduced wear on agitator trucks, with the central mixer doing the heavy work.

With its combination of mobility, capacity, and quality output, the SIMEM MMX5000 is designed to meet the demands of modern concrete production.

At PrimeBatch, we deliver next-generation solutions for the ready-mix, precast, and underground sectors, in partnership with Simem Group and supported by FMS Group.

Learn More

To find out more about the MMX5000 or other Simem solutions available through PrimeBatch, get in touch with our team today.

PrimeBatch is proud to announce that the SIMEM Bison continuous mixing plant is now available in Australia. Designed for versatility and mobility, the Bison is ideal for a wide range of applications, including:

• RCC and cement-treated road bases

• S2 quality concrete

• Treatment of industrial waste or contaminated soils

• …and more.

Key Features of the Bison Plant

• Fully automated continuous production – up to 600 tons per hour.

• Rapid deployment – transportable on standard trucks, with hydraulic legs for quick installation; setup takes only a few hours.

• Durable design – hot-dipped galvanised steel construction for long, corrosion-free service life.

• Precision dosing – error margin of less than 2%.

• Flexible equipment compatibility – works seamlessly with transportable silos, feed hoppers, and service trailers (with operator cabin, gensets, and water supply).

The SIMEM Bison combines high performance with mobility, making it a powerful solution for infrastructure, environmental, and industrial projects.

At PrimeBatch, we deliver next-generation ready-mix, precast, and underground concrete solutions in partnership with Simem Group, and with the support of FMS Group.

Learn More

To find out more about the Bison Continous Mixing Plant or other Simem solutions available through PrimeBatch, get in touch with our team today.

At PrimeBatch, we’re always looking at ways to deliver more sustainable solutions for the construction sector. One topic generating a lot of discussion is low carbon concrete—but what does that really mean?

How Much Carbon is in Standard Concrete?

The carbon footprint of concrete is closely tied to its cement content. While aggregates, water, and admixtures contribute only marginally, cement is the major factor.

• Typical cement content: 300–400 kg per m³

• Carbon footprint: 0.8–0.9 kgCO₂ per kg of cement

• That equals roughly 280–315 kgCO₂ per m³ of standard concrete.

How Do We Reduce It?

The leading strategies include:

• Supplementary Cementitious Materials (SCMs)
  Fly ash, slag, silica fume, or calcined clay can displace cement by up to 50%, dramatically lowering emissions.

• Fibres in the mix
  Using steel, synthetic, or glass fibres can reduce rebar requirements and overall cement content.

• Optimising mix design
  Asking whether the structure really requires higher-strength concrete (e.g., 40 MPa vs. 25 MPa) can avoid unnecessary cement use.

• Plant energy efficiency
  Regular energy audits and equipment upgrades, such as replacing old compressors, help reduce indirect emissions.

• Localising the supply chain
  Sourcing raw materials closer to the plant cuts transport-related emissions.

So, What Defines “Low Carbon Concrete”?

There isn’t yet a universal threshold. Some suggest a benchmark such as <200 kgCO₂ per m³—but the industry is still debating. What’s clear is that when someone calls their concrete low carbon, the key question is: “How low?”

At PrimeBatch, we’re working with our partners Simem Group and FMS Group to bring next-generation ready-mix, precast, and underground concrete solutions to the Australian and PNG markets—always with an eye on sustainability.

Learn More

To find out more Simem solutions available through PrimeBatch, get in touch with our team today.

PrimeBatch team visited the FMS Group workshops and offices in Mackay.

We were incredibly impressed by the expertise, dedication, and capability of the FMS team. Their work speaks for itself—delivering quality outcomes across projects of every scale.

When it comes to choosing the right partner to mobilise, build, maintain, and support our Simem concrete batching plants, PrimeBatch knows we’re in safe hands with FMS Group.

Together, we’re building strong foundations for the future of concrete technology in Australia and Papua New Guinea.