MEKA Dry Concrete Batching Plant for MVL Group’s Diego Garcia Island Project

MVL Group, an international contractor delivering large-scale infrastructure and construction projects, selected the MEKA Dry Type Concrete Batching Plant (D100) to strengthen its concrete production capability for its works on Diego Garcia Island, a strategically important location in the Indian Ocean. Taking into account the island’s challenging conditions, logistical constraints, and different power infrastructure requirements, the plant was engineered to meet MVL Group’s high quality and sustainability standards and was successfully commissioned.

The plant can weigh the aggregate required for 9 m³ of concrete in a single cycle, enabling a 9 m³ transit mixer to be filled in one batch.
The facility is equipped with 4 x 25 in-line aggregate bins. The aggregate discharge chutes, weigh hopper, weigh conveyor, and safety components are all manufactured with hot-dip galvanizing. The use of galvanized units protects the plant against corrosion and external impacts, significantly extending its service life.

To ensure efficient and fast feeding of the aggregate bins, a radial-type aggregate pre-feeding system was added. A WAM filter system with a capacity of 54 m², specially selected for dry plants, enables effective control of dust emissions. Positioned beneath the filter, a Ø139 x 7200 mm cement screw conveyor transfers the collected dust directly to the cement scale, improving overall system efficiency.
Since cement supply on Diego Garcia Island can only be handled via 1-ton big bags, the system was equipped with a special hoist and screw-type cement feeding system to feed the cement silo.

Project-specific solutions were also developed for the power infrastructure. Thanks to the included transformer system, the plant was configured to operate at both 400V / 50 Hz and 400V / 60 Hz. This feature allows the plant to be used safely and flexibly in regions with different electrical infrastructures.
This significant MVL Group project on Diego Garcia Island once again demonstrates MEKA’s approach to customizable engineering solutions, high environmental standards, and operational flexibility in international projects. Successfully implemented despite challenging geographical conditions, the plant provides a strong foundation for long-term, sustainable concrete production.