The recent unification of the Fintec and Extec brands into the Sandvik group of companies has created one of the world's largest, most comprehensive and dynamic line-ups of mobile crushing and screening equipment in the world. The new Sandvik branded equipment is delivered in a distinctive orange livery as seen in the photograph.

After consultation with Precision Screen, the exclusive agent for Sandvik mobile crushers and screens in Australia, Brian Turner and his team at South East Excavations (SEE) ordered the QA330 tracked screen. Brian has over 30 years experience in quarrying, including the design of custom equipment, and has previously purchased a Fintec jaw crusher, screen and scalper screen for work within the SEE Civil operations. According to Alan Lippiatt, SEE Quarry Manager, "the Sandvik QA330 was ideal as it easily integrated into the existing set up at the Wardell quarry operation. In particular, its long conveyors provided the necessary height and clearance to feed the existing crushers. The Sandvik QA330 also delivers higher production through its large screening area and high frequency double deck screen."

Ross Smith, SEE Business Development Manager was also on-site and was quick to point out that the Sandvik QA330 was very user friendly and simple to operate and maintain.

The quarry operation at Wardell is rather interesting in that although the two quarries are in close proximity, Chert is extracted from one and Argillite from the other. The majority of these products are being used on the nearby RTA Alstonville bypass project and the two quarries provide the diversity of materials required to meet the specifications of the project.

The Sandvik QA330 was operational on the same day as it was delivered on-site at Wardell and is now integral to the production of high quality SEE Civil quarry products there. Quality has been fundamental to the success and growth of SEE Civil. They are genuinely committed to delivering a quality product (that exceeds specification) in the shortest possible time.