Falling Leaves

Have you ever wondered what happens to all of those autumn leaves after they have been swept up from the roads?

 

They get recycled and turned into compost!
Here at PMG we have our own recycling facility where we process up to 25 tonnes of road sweeping and gully waste each year. In addition to processing the waste from our own fleet of vehicles we have contracts with Bristol City, South Gloucestershire and Bath Councils along with major highways infrastructure company Skanska and a whole host of blue chip construction companies.

None of the waste managed by us is sent to landfill. Sand and aggregate is graded and separated out for re-use, metal is sold-on and litter and oversized non organic waste goes to a company that turns it into refuse derived fuel (RDF) which is used for power generation.

PMG Services Named a Finalist in Bristol Business Awards

PMG’s significant contribution to protecting the environment has been recognised in this year’s Bristol Business Awards.

Our multi-million-pound specialist waste management plant in Bristol processes 18,000 tons of road sweeping and gully tanker waste. 100% of all materials are recycled with nothing going to landfill. We are one of very few companies in the UK to meet the Environment Agency’s approved quality protocol for end of waste criteria which means we can sell our sand and aggregate for re-use by construction companies in applications including pipe bedding and road building.

All of the organic material goes for onwards treatment where it is mixed with sewage sludge to make Non-Pas 100 compost. Oversize material and litter is sent on to a company who turns it into refuse derived fuel (RDF) which is used for power generation. 

We are one of four companies shortlisted for the Environmental Business Award and will find out who will lift the trophy at an awards dinner at Ashton Gate in Bristol on 29 June.

Free trial offer on recycled sand and aggregate

PMG Services is offering new construction industry customers the opportunity to try its top quality recycled washed sand and stones for free!

Using recycled sand and aggregate is more cost effective than quarried products AND helps meet sustainability targets.

The 0 -5mm washed sand and 5 – 25mm washed stone products are produced following an Environment Agency approved quality protocol at our own high technology re-cycling plant in Bristol. 

Under the process sand and stones are extracted from road sweeper and gully waste by the washing process within our recycling plant. The washed sand and stone products are ready for use within the construction industry at a low cost and more environmentally friendly alternative to virgin aggregate. 

The products are ideal for pipe bedding, paving and laying electrical cables and services on building sites or road construction projects.

PMG offers a delivery service throughout the areas of Bristol and surrounding counties. For more details contact the PMG office and choose option 4 for recycled aggregates.

PMG Services Fleet on the Move

We’ve opened a new 1.7 acre transport yard in St. Philips, Bristol.

Our Albert Road depot has become a bit congested since the installation of our waste recycling plant, so it made sense for us to separate the waste management and transport operations of the business.

So we’ve invested in a new yard just a few minutes down the road where all of our vehicles will now be based making everyone’s lives a lot easier. Over the past week we’ve moved our 35 sweepers, 6 tankers and other assorted vehicles to their new home which was the former Sita site in Cole Road. 

Commented operations manager Stuart Knight: “As our recycling business has grown the number of vehicle movements in and out of the Albert Road facility meant that we were experiencing heavy congestion. It made sense to invest in a second yard for our own growing fleet of vehicles to give both operations more space and I know our own drivers are pleased for the extra space”.

' Three's Not a Crowd ! '

Christmas has come early at PMG.
We have just taken delivery of  3 Brand new Johnston VT651's.
These new machines are all on 15 tonne chassis, one being a DAF and two on the new VOLVO. The VOLVO's are a new adventure for PMG and the 3 year bumper to bumper warranty offering was a key point in our decision to purchase from VOLVO. The DAF is a tried and tested machine within our fleet of 35 sweepers and the new additions strengthen our very busy fleet. PMG are pleased with the new machines and our compliments go to Johnston again for providing a quality product on new chassis.

'Waste Recycling Operative Required'

PMG have a vacancy for an Operative to work in our waste recycling facility in Bristol. The successful person will be helping us achieve our proud status of 'zero waste to Landfill'. Our facility recycles the waste generated by our own fleet of vehicles and also for external customers. The ideal candidate will have a class 2 HGV licence, experience of operating machinery and working with waste. This is a good opportunity to join a well established company that is going places. Please call Dave to discuss this further on our main office number.

'HGV Mechanic or Plant Fitter Vacancy'

Due to company growth and fleet expansion, PMG would like to employ an experienced HGV mechanic or Plant Fitter to join our existing team of dynamic technicians. This is any exciting time to join a friendly family run business that is expanding. We offer excellent rates of pay with overtime and company bonus scheme. Please call Dave on our main number to discuss this opportunity further.

New addition to the PMG Road Sweeper fleet in Bristol & Swindon

PMG Services have taken delivery of the new Johnston VT651 road sweeper, which is now operational in the Bristol and Swindon area. The VT651 is the ideal balance between performance and environmental impact, with outstanding outstanding vacuum performance and low emissions.

 

 

 

The combination of design & state of the art technology mean this vehicle can work in the toughest of environments. The dual sweep machine is reliable and versatile, making it suitable for a range of applications and as always, is fitted with all the safety features our customers require from vehicles working on their sites.


For more information or to book a Road Sweeper, please contact our hire desk on 0117 9728564.

Legal Requirements for Tipping Sweeper Waste

Our licensed Transfer facility in St Phillips, Bristol continues to go from strength to strength with a number of high profile customers now taking full advantage of our central location and our Recycling capabilities. 

Prior to changes in legislation regarding Sweeper waste, we were exploring our options for recycling all material collected by our fleet.

Following the changes, the legislation states:

• Under European landfill regulations, liquid waste – Road sweepings on average contains 10% water/ liquid content – can no longer be sent to landfill. In addition to this, all waste must be treated to the legally defined standards before it can be taken to Landfill.
• Where possible, Road Sweepers must travel to a licensed site in order for waste treatment to take place. To tip sweepings on their own site, Companies must have the appropriate environmental permit and an impermeable surface with controlled drainage before it can tip. The Sweeper must NOT empty near drains, surface water, groundwater or bare ground.
• All companies have a legal and moral responsibility to dispose of their waste correctly.

 PMG Services are licensed as both waste carriers and as a treatment facility, which enables us to provide a complete waste management solution.

Our facility is a simple solution to treating your road sweepings and gully waste and is unaffected by the annual increase of Landfill tax. We are committed to employ best environmental practices by recovering both the liquid and the solid content from all loads discharged on our site. These factors are important to our customers and are why PMG Services are the market leader in the South west of England. We are now in phase 2 of our plans for the facility, with the addition of new technology and we will update you early in 2014 once Phase 2 is completed.

In the meantime, if you have any enquiries regarding rates for tipping or your legal requirements, please don’t hesitate to contact us.