Rapid

What Rapid does

Rapid International Ltd. is a Northern Ireland-headquartered, family-owned manufacturer of concrete mixing and batching equipment, founded in 1969 by Jim Lappin and Bertie Pickering as Craigavon Engineering. The company designs and produces its full product range in-house at a 65,000 sq ft purpose-built facility in Craigavon, including mobile continuous mixing plants (Rapidmix up to 600 TPH, Trakmix up to 250 TPH), mobile batching plants (Rapidbatch up to 120 m3/hr, Transbatch 40-100 m3/hr), bespoke static batching plants, pan, planetary, and twin shaft concrete mixers, plus support products such as the Rapid Reclaimer and Rapid Jetwash washout system. Its proprietary PIL PLC modular control system and a unique 60/90 degree twin shaft arm design form the technological backbone of the product portfolio, with CE certification under BS EN 1090-1 evidencing compliance with EU construction product regulation.

The company's commercial model is project-based capital equipment sales, quote-based pricing through direct sales from Northern Ireland and a global dealer network spanning 20+ countries across Europe, North America, Australia, New Zealand, the Middle East, and Central America. Revenue is complemented by an installed-base-driven spare parts business with over £1 million in stock and same-day dispatch, plus installation, warranty, and 24/7 remote technical support. Customer segments span ready-mix concrete producers, precast manufacturers, civil engineering contractors, environmental and recycling firms, and infrastructure developers, with named enterprise users including CEMEX UK, Tobermore, Lafarge Tarmac, Aggregate Industries, General Shale, Thalle Construction, and Skene Group. With 500+ cumulative installations worldwide supplying ready-mix, precast, paving, recycling, soil stabilization, and hydraulically bound material applications, Rapid competes in a niche industrial segment on engineering quality, bespoke configurability, and aftermarket support rather than on volume pricing.

Name

Rapid

Legal name

Rapid International Ltd.

Website

https://rapidinternational.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1969

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Rapid International is a Northern Ireland-based, family-owned manufacturer of mobile and static concrete batching plants, continuous mixing plants, and pan, planetary, and twin shaft concrete mixers, serving ready-mix producers, precast manufacturers, civil engineering contractors, and recycling firms across 20+ countries via direct sales and a global dealer network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Concrete Mixing and Batching Equipment Manufacturing

NAICS

Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (3339)

SIC

Construction Machinery & Equip (3531)

akta.pro primary industry

Concrete Equipment (Mixers, Pumps, Batching) (IMAHAAAK)

Keywords

• Concrete batching plants
• Mobile mixing plants
• Concrete mixers
• Construction equipment manufacturing
• Soil stabilization equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Craigavon

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Concrete Batching Plants and Mixing Equipment Sales: Sale of mobile continuous mixing plants (Rapidmix, Trakmix), static/bespoke batching plants, and mobile batching plants (Rapidbatch, Transbatch). Equipment ranges from compact units to large-scale production plants.
2. Concrete Mixers: Sale of pan, planetary, and twin shaft concrete mixers as standalone units or integrated into batching plants. Mixers feature heavy-duty construction with chill-cast steel components.
3. Spare Parts and After-Sales Support: Over £1 million worth of spare stock maintained. Same-day dispatch available for in-stock parts before 11am. Global service and support team handles after-sales requirements.
4. Installation and Technical Services: Installation, warranty, maintenance, and technical support services. Remote 24/7 connectivity available for mobile plant technical support.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Rapid International designs, manufactures, and supplies mobile and static concrete batching plants, mobile continuous mixing plants, and concrete mixers (pan, planetary, twin shaft) for the global concrete, construction, civil engineering, and environmental/recycling industries. The company also provides bespoke plant design, installation, spare parts, and 24/7 technical support services.

Product overview

Rapid International is a manufacturer of concrete and construction mixing technology, offering a portfolio of mobile continuous mixing plants (Rapidmix, Trakmix), mobile batching plants (Rapidbatch, Transbatch), static batching plants, concrete mixers (Pan, Planetary, Twin Shaft), and support equipment (Rapid Reclaimer, Rapid Jetwash). The product range is designed for ready-mixed concrete, precast concrete, environmental/recycling applications, soil stabilization, and hydraulically bound materials (HBM) production.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Rapidmix Mobile Continuous Mixing Plant Fully mobile and self-contained continuous mixing plant producing up to 600 tonnes per hour for high-volume mixing applications including concrete, soil stabilization, and environmental remediation, targeted at large-scale concrete producers and civil engineering contractors.
• Trakmix Mobile Continuous Mixing Plant Track-mounted ultra-mobile continuous mixing plant producing up to 250TPH with remote control setup and integral diesel generator, offering high mobility without transport permits for civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
• Rapidbatch Mobile Batching Plant High-capacity mobile concrete batching plant outputting up to 120m3/hr for large construction, infrastructure, and civil engineering projects including wind farms and airports.
• Transbatch Mobile Batching Plant Compact mobile batching plant outputting 40-100m3/hr with quick setup and full weighing capabilities for cement, water, and aggregates.
• Standard-Bespoke Static Concrete Batching Plant Turnkey concrete batching solutions designed and manufactured in-house, available in standard or custom configurations with advanced 3D CAD and FEA engineering for ready-mix, precast, and concrete product manufacturers.
• Pan Concrete Mixer High-capacity concrete mixer with outputs from 0.5m3 to 4m3 utilizing counter-current mixing to keep materials in constant motion, designed for the ready-mix industry with robust and accessible construction.
• Planetary Concrete Mixer Compact, robust mixer producing quality homogenised mixes from 0.375m3 to 3m3, specifically designed for the precast industry including semi-dry coloured concrete.
• Twin Shaft Concrete Mixer High-output concrete mixer with outputs from 1.7m3 to 4.5m3 and fast mixing time, featuring a unique arm design allowing fitment at 60 or 90 degrees for homogeneous mix in reduced time, ideal for the ready-mix industry.
• Rapid Reclaimer Concrete Reclaiming System Standalone concrete reclaiming system that recovers washed-out aggregate, sand, and grey water, processing up to 20 cubic meters per hour with less than 0.5% remaining cement.
• Rapid Jetwash Mixer Washout System Ultra high-pressure mixer washout system operating at 140 bar (2030 PSI) that cleans mixers in four minutes per cycle, with 2, 3 or 4 pump configurations and capability to wash multiple mixers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 600 tonnes per hour output with Rapidmix 600CW
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers25 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Ormonde MachinerycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAppointed as official dealer for the Republic of Ireland, handling sales and service for Rapid mixing technology products in the ROI market.
• Lincom GroupcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFamily-owned business operating throughout Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, and the Pacific, providing civil contractors with versatile Rapidmix equipment.
• Standley Batch Systems, Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProvides durable concrete mixing solutions and parts across North America, supporting projects with reliable equipment tailored to diverse needs.
• Dave Humphrey Enterprises (DHE), Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFamily-owned business based in California serving the Western US with tailored Rapid mixing solutions, combining equipment sales, parts support, and expert service.
• Gulf Atlantic Industrial EquipmentcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFlorida-based key distributor for Rapid mobile plants and spare parts, providing custom solutions for demanding soil cement projects across southeastern US and Central America.
• Powertek GroupminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRomania-based partner introduced Rapid's concrete mixer washout systems to the Romanian market for efficient cleaning solutions for mobile batching plants.
• Quarry Products Association Northern Ireland (QPANI)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliate membership supporting the 'Concrete Built IS Better Built' initiative to promote concrete in construction within Northern Ireland.
• Rapid USAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAmerican partner collaborating on large-scale projects including Houston Grand Parkway highway project with three Rapidmix 400CW mobile continuous mixing plants.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves13 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• ELKON: Turkish manufacturer of mobile and stationary concrete batching plants and mixers, with a strong global dealer network overlapping with Rapid's customer segments in ready-mix and precast.
• Kniele: German manufacturer of custom concrete mixing plants and pan mixers, comparable to Rapid in bespoke static batching plant solutions for precast and ready-mix customers.
• EIRICH: German manufacturer of industrial mixing technology including pan mixers and continuous mixers, comparable to Rapid's Pan Mixer and continuous mixing plant offerings.
• SIMEM: Italian manufacturer of concrete batching plants, mixers, and aggregate washing equipment; directly comparable to Rapid in mobile batching and mixer product categories.
• Vince Hagan: US-based manufacturer of mobile and stationary concrete batching plants and mixers, directly competing with Rapid's Rapidbatch, Transbatch, and static plant offerings in the North American market.
• BHS-Sonthofen: German manufacturer specializing in twin shaft mixers and mixing technology for concrete and industrial applications; competes directly with Rapid's Twin Shaft and Pan Mixer product lines.

Broad incumbents

• CIFA: Italian concrete equipment manufacturer (part of SANY) producing mixers, batching plants, and truck-mounted concrete machinery; broad-line incumbent competing with Rapid's mixer and plant portfolio.
• Liebherr: Diversified heavy equipment manufacturer with a concrete technology division covering mixers, batching plants, and truck-mounted concrete equipment; competes with Rapid across multiple product lines.
• Schwing/Stetter: Major global OEM of concrete pumps, truck mixers, and batching plants; a larger broad-line player competing with Rapid across much of the same concrete production equipment category.
• Ammann Group: Swiss manufacturer of asphalt and concrete plants, including mixing and batching equipment; broader portfolio incumbent operating in adjacent ready-mix and soil stabilization categories.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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