Rocktec
Rocktec is a New Zealand-based materials handling engineering company that designs, manufactures, and integrates heavy-duty fixed plant equipment — including conveyors, crushers, screens, feeders, pugmills, and wheel wash systems — for quarrying, mining, construction, and recycling customers across Australasia and the Pacific Islands.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1994
- HeadquartersWaiuku, New Zealand
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Rocktec does
Rocktec is a New Zealand-based materials handling engineering company that designs, manufactures, and integrates heavy-duty fixed plant equipment for the quarrying, mining, construction, and waste/recycling industries. Its core product portfolio spans Rocktec Engineered proprietary lines — including conveyors and components, crushers, Avalanche Screens (400+ units delivered), Reciprocating Tray and Apron Feeders (rated up to 10,000 TPH), high-capacity Pugmills (up to 1,000 MTPH), and the Warrior Wheel Wash environmental system — complemented by exclusive Australasian distribution of global OEM brands such as Terex MPS, SBM, CDE, MEKA, FODS, ProStack, Bibko, Sensoteq, WALZ, and Zen Robotics.
The company operates a hybrid platform-plus-partner business model: it captures hardware margin on its own manufactured equipment and integration/services margin on partner-branded systems sold as complete turnkey plant solutions from concept through to commissioning. Go-to-market is consultative enterprise field sales, primarily direct to large quarry, mining, construction materials, and infrastructure operators in New Zealand, Australia, and the Pacific Islands, supplemented by exclusive distributor relationships for consumables and OEM equipment. Pricing is custom quote-based and not publicly disclosed; the company also offers flexible finance and leasing options to lower buyer capital friction.
Rocktec monetises across four streams: (1) Rocktec Engineered equipment sales, (2) turnkey plant design-build-commissioning services, (3) Mining Wear Parts distribution as exclusive NZ stockist, and (4) finance/leasing. Its customer base includes enterprise operators such as Winstone Aggregates, Stevenson Construction Materials, Fulton Hogan, Rio Tinto, Fortescue, Ravensdown, Ballance Agri-Nutrients, SteelServ, Downer EDI, and Red Stag Timber, with 20+ year employee tenure underpinning consistent delivery. AI, predictive maintenance, and volumetric scanning capabilities are integrated through partner technologies rather than developed internally.
Rocktec firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Rocktec
- Legal name
- Rocktec
- Website
- https://rocktec.co.nz
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1994
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Rocktec is a New Zealand-based materials handling engineering company that designs, manufactures, and integrates heavy-duty fixed plant equipment — including conveyors, crushers, screens, feeders, pugmills, and wheel wash systems — for quarrying, mining, construction, and recycling customers across Australasia and the Pacific Islands.
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- akta.pro rank
Rocktec industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Mining & Quarry Equipment
- NAICS
- Mining Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing (333131), Mining and Oil and Gas Field Machinery Manufacturing (33313), Agriculture, Construction, and Mining Machinery Manufacturing (3331)
- SIC
- Mining Machinery & Equip (No Oil & Gas Field Mach & Equip) (3532), Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530), Wholesale-Construction & Mining (No Petro) Machinery & Equip (5082)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Feeding & Conveying Equipment (Aprons, Belts, Stackers) (IMAHAMAH)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Wear Parts & Consumables (GET, Liners, Drill Bits, Grinding Media) (IMAKANAH), Contract Crushing, Screening & Materials Handling (In-Pit/ROM, Conveying, Stockpiling) (IMAKAKAH)
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Where Rocktec is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Waiuku
- HQ country
- New Zealand
- HQ region
- Oceania
Offices1 record
Markets served
Rocktec business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Equipment Sales: Sale of heavy-duty industrial equipment including conveyors, crushers, screens, feeders, apron feeders, pugmills, and wheel wash systems. Equipment is sold as both proprietary Rocktec Engineered products and through distribution agreements with global OEM brands (Terex MPS, SBM, Canica, MEKA, CDE, etc.).
- Turnkey Plant Design & Build: Complete plant solutions from concept through to commissioning. Includes custom engineering, fabrication, installation, and commissioning services for complete quarry, mining, and materials handling plants.
- Mining Wear Parts Distribution: As New Zealand's exclusive distributor for Mining Wear Parts (MWP), Rocktec supplies premium replacement wear components including manganese crusher liners, bi-metallic wear parts, and ground engaging tools (GET).
- Finance & Leasing Options: Rocktec offers flexible purchase and leasing options for equipment including wheel wash systems, preserving capital while ensuring compliance and productivity.
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels6 records
Rocktec product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Rocktec designs, engineers, and manufactures heavy-duty fixed plant equipment for quarrying, mining, and materials handling operations, including proprietary Rocktec Engineered products (conveyors, crushers, Avalanche Screens, feeders, apron feeders, pugmills) and the Warrior automated wheel wash system. The company also serves as the exclusive New Zealand distributor for Mining Wear Parts and integrates global OEM partner equipment (Terex MPS, SBM, CDE, MEKA, Zen Robotics, Sensoteq, WALZ) into complete turnkey plant solutions delivered with full installation and commissioning support.
Product overview
Rocktec is a New Zealand-based engineering company with over 30 years of experience delivering materials handling and processing solutions for quarrying, mining, and construction industries. The product portfolio operates as a platform-plus-partner ecosystem: Rocktec engineers and manufactures its own core equipment (conveyors, crushers, screens, feeders, apron feeders, pugmills, and the Warrior wheel wash system) while also distributing and integrating solutions from global technology partners (Terex MPS, SBM, CDE, MEKA, Sensoteq, Zen Robotics, WALZ, FODS, Bibko, and ProStack). The company provides end-to-end project delivery including design, fabrication, installation, commissioning, and ongoing service support across New Zealand, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Avalanche Screens: Rocktec's inclined and scalping screens trusted across the industry for reliable classification and separation.
- Warrior Wheel Wash
- Rocktec Pugmills
- Rocktec Crushers
- Rocktec Feeders
- Rocktec Apron Feeders
- Rocktec Conveyors & Components
Products and services
- Rocktec Crushers Heavy-duty primary and secondary crushers for high-volume production in quarry and mining environments. Includes VSI crushers, HSI impact crushers, and specialist crushing equipment for materials including bark, coal, bath, and fertiliser.
- Rocktec Conveyors & Components Precision-engineered conveyor systems with modular manufacturing for reliability. Features solid rubber lagged head drums, galvanised idler sets, ceramic inserts, and variable speed drives. Includes belt scales, speed sensors, and safety trip switches. All drives sized for full-load starts.
- Avalanche Screens Rocktec's proprietary inclined and scalping screens for reliable classification and separation in quarrying and material processing. Over 250 screens developed over 30+ years. Available in Medium, Heavy, and Extra Heavy Duty models with bolt-in scalping bars and full interior armour plating.
- Rocktec Feeders Heavy-duty feeder systems including Reciprocating Tray Feeders with hydraulic drive for variable feed rate, and VIP/F Series Vibrating Feeders. Purpose-built for primary and secondary applications where material head loads are high, with near-instant start/stop response.
- Rocktec Apron Feeders Heavy-duty apron feeders engineered for high-impact, abrasive materials with feed size 20-2000mm and capacity 200-10,000 TPH. Features HD crawler-type carry rollers, segmented sprockets, hydraulic chain tensioning with built-in hydraulic rams, and oversized forged shafts. B10 bearing life of 100,000+ hours.
- Rocktec Pugmills High-capacity continuous mixing systems delivering up to 1,000 MTPH throughput. Features precision metering systems, reversible Ni-Hard paddles that resist abrasion, rubber-lined mixing chambers, and modular/turnkey options with feed bins, silos, and control systems.
- Warrior Wheel Wash System Rocktec Wheel Wash Warrior systems for automated heavy-duty vehicle cleaning. Features RW40 unit with 4-metre wash bay, 84 high-pressure nozzles, smart sensor activation, galvanised steel construction, and drive-through operation. Compatible with water recycling systems.
- Portable Crushers (Terex) Terex-powered portable crushing solutions including CRV2000, CRV2350, CRV2050 VSI crushers, CRH1316/1113R/1111R impact crushers, and CRC450X/380X/380XHLS/320 cone crushers. Weights range from 1kg to 62,732kg with 125-505 MTPH capacity.
- Static Crushers (Terex MPS) Terex MPS static crushing equipment including 20 cone crushers, 9 jaw crushers, 8 VSI crushers, and 4 HSI crushers. Weights range from 5,500kg to 117,500kg. Includes models like MVP550X, MC320, MC1300, and IP1316.
- Tracked Crushers (SBM) SBM-powered tracked mobile crushing solutions including LC450 Tracked Cone Crusher with Cedarapids MVP450X. Features intelligent control systems, rugged construction, and exceptional mobility for quarrying, infrastructure, mining, and recycling applications.
- Stacker Conveyors (ProStack & Terex) ProStack and Terex stacker conveyor solutions including 13 tracked conveyors, 5 wheeled conveyors, and 3 telescopic conveyors. Belt widths from 650mm to 1,200mm and lengths from 11m to 58m.
- Wash Plants (MEKA & CDE) High-performance wash plant solutions including MEKA and CDE systems with log washers, fine material washers, bucket wheel sand washers, dewatering screens, and hydrocyclone systems for quarrying, mining, and recycling applications.
- Mining Wear Parts (MWP Distribution) Premium replacement wear components as exclusive NZ distributor for Mining Wear Parts (MWP). Includes manganese crusher liners, bi-metallic wear parts, and ground engaging tools (GET) compatible with major crusher brands including Metso, Sandvik, Terex, and others.
- Sensoteq Machine Health Monitoring Wireless machine health monitoring systems using vibration sensors (Kappa X, Chi, Tau E) with 10kHz sampling, cloud-based analytics, and Analytix Platform for predictive maintenance. Reduces downtime by up to 70% and maintenance costs by 25%.
- Zen Robotics AI-Powered Waste Sorting AI-powered robotic waste sorting systems for automated material separation. Combines artificial intelligence, precision robotics, and real-time data to identify, separate, and recover valuable materials from mixed waste streams 24/7.
- WALZ Volumetric Belt Scanners Eye-safe laser scanning technology providing ~99% volume accuracy for conveyor belt material measurement. No calibration required, iOS/Android compatible, cloud and local control with automated volume-to-weight conversion and stockpile tracking.
- FODS Trackout Control Mats Heavy-duty modular polymer mat systems that remove debris, mud, and sediment from vehicle tyres using pyramid-pattern design. 59% more effective than rock entrances, reusable with 3-year warranty and 10+ year lifespan.
- Fixed Plant Design & Build Service Complete fixed plant engineering solutions from concept through to commissioning. Includes custom design, fabrication, installation, and ongoing maintenance support for quarry, mining, and materials handling plants.
- Rocktec Finance Solutions Custom finance options for projects, repairs, or upgrades with flexible purchase and leasing options to preserve capital while ensuring compliance and productivity.
- Service and Support Expert technicians providing machines and repairs, spare parts supply, and technical support to keep operations running. Includes vibration analysis and operator training.
Quantifiable outcome
- 70% downtime reduction through Sensoteq predictive maintenance systems (customer average results)
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Companies that use Rocktec
Customer profileNamed customers14 records
Segments6 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Rocktec technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
AI capability7 records
Feature6 records
Rocktec partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and secondary.
- Mining Wear Parts (MWP)coreRocktec is New Zealand's exclusive distribution stockist for Mining Wear Parts (MWP), an Australian manufacturer with one of the largest wear-part inventories across Australasia. The partnership brings MWP's proven technologies and premium wear part range (manganese crusher liners, bi-metallic wear parts, ground engaging tools) to the local New Zealand market. Rocktec's engineering expertise and on-site service back the full range.
- Terex MPS (Terex Minerals Processing Systems)coreTerex MPS supplies crushing and screening systems offering flexibility, reliability, and performance for quarrying, mining, and recycling operations. Rocktec integrates Terex MPS equipment into complete plant solutions. Terex MPS brands include Cedarapids, Jaques, Canica, and Simplicity.
- SBM Mineral ProcessingcoreSBM's mobile technology combines powerful crushing and screening capabilities with ease of transport and setup. Rocktec supplies SBM tracked crushers and equipment, enabling operations to stay agile in changing environments. European-engineered solutions delivered with local Rocktec support.
- CDE (Wet Processing Solutions)coreCDE provides modular washing systems for sand, aggregates, and recycling—helping producers maximise material recovery and water reuse. Rocktec integrates CDE technology with complete engineering and local support for New Zealand operations.
- MEKAsecondaryMEKA supplies dewatering screens, screw classifiers, and feeders—proven equipment designed to optimise material separation and moisture control. Rocktec integrates MEKA solutions into wet processing plant systems.
- Zen Robotics (Terex)coreZen Robotics is a global leader in AI-powered robotic waste sorting systems. Rocktec delivers Zen Robotics solutions across New Zealand and Australasia with end-to-end project delivery including design coordination, installation, and commissioning. AI-powered robotics automate waste separation for precision, speed, and sustainability.
- SensoteqcoreSensoteq provides wireless sensors delivering real-time machine health data, helping operators prevent failures, reduce downtime, and optimise performance. Rocktec integrates Sensoteq monitoring solutions and provides local technical support for predictive maintenance across New Zealand operations.
- Walz Belt ScannerssecondaryWALZ provides volumetric belt scanners for real-time bulk material measurement on conveyor systems. Rocktec specifies, installs, and supports WALZ scanners as part of integrated conveyor and plant solutions, providing real-time ~99% volume accuracy without calibration requirements.
- FODS (Trackout Control)secondaryFODS manufactures heavy-duty modular trackout control mats that replace traditional rock pads, helping sites control debris, reduce maintenance, and improve environmental compliance. Rocktec is the New Zealand distributor for FODS products, offering nationwide supply, hire, and finance options.
- BibkosecondaryBIBKO systems recover concrete, aggregates, and wash water, helping concrete producers reduce waste, cut disposal costs, and support closed-loop production. Rocktec integrates Bibko solutions into recycling and waste processing plant systems.
- ProStacksecondaryProStack supplies tracked and telescopic conveyors engineered to improve stockpiling efficiency, reduce rehandling, and lower operating costs. Rocktec integrates ProStack conveyors as part of complete plant solutions.
- ESS EngineeringsecondaryESS Engineering supplies belt cleaners, skirting systems, and conveyor safety guarding—helping operators improve material control, reduce spillage, and enhance site safety. Rocktec supplies ESS solutions as part of integrated conveyor and plant systems.
- Crushing & Mining Equipment Pty LtdsecondaryRocktec partnered with Crushing & Mining Equipment Pty Ltd to deliver a high-performance apron feeder system for Fortescue Metals Group at the Cloud Break Mine.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Rocktec competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Terex Corporation: Global crushing and screening OEM whose Terex MPS brands (Cedarapids, Canica, Simplicity) are distributed by Rocktec in NZ. Terex makes jaw, cone, impact, and VSI crushers as well as screens and material handling equipment directly overlapping Rocktec's core product lines.
- Metso: Global leader in mining and aggregates processing equipment, manufacturing crushers, screens, feeders, and conveyors. Metso's Lokotrack mobile range and Nordberg stationary crushers directly compete with Rocktec's engineered and partner product offerings.
- Sandvik: Manufactures crushing and screening equipment for mining and rock processing, including cone crushers, jaw crushers, and screening solutions. Competes with Rocktec's portable and stationary crushing plant offerings in Australasia.
- Astec Industries: US-based manufacturer of aggregate and infrastructure equipment including crushing, screening, and material handling systems. Comparable to Rocktec in serving quarrying, mining, and recycling operators with engineered solutions.
- McCloskey International: Specialist mobile crushing and screening equipment manufacturer with strong presence in Australasia. Directly overlaps with Rocktec's portable and tracked crusher product lines distributed under Terex MPS and SBM brands.
- FLSmidth: Global supplier of mining and cement equipment including crushing, screening, feeding, and conveying systems. Comparable to Rocktec in serving mining operators with engineered material handling solutions, including heavy-duty apron feeders.
- CDE Group: Global manufacturer of modular washing systems for sand, aggregates, and recycling. Rocktec distributes CDE products in NZ; CDE directly overlaps with Rocktec's wash plant and materials processing business.
Regional players
- Striker Crushing & Screening: Australian OEM of mobile crushing and screening equipment serving mining, quarrying, and recycling operators across Australia and SE Asia. Closest regional peer to Rocktec's mobile/tracked crushing portfolio in the Australasian market.
- Pilot Crushtec: South African supplier and integrator of mobile and fixed crushing, screening, and washing equipment serving mining and aggregates. Closely comparable business model to Rocktec as a regional equipment integrator with OEM partnerships.
Broad incumbents
- Wirtgen Group (Kleemann): John Deere-owned group manufacturing mobile crushing and screening equipment under the Kleemann brand, alongside milling, paving, and compaction machinery. Broad incumbent serving the same quarrying/mining customers as Rocktec.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks7 records
Key highlights7 records
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Frequently asked questions about Rocktec
What does Rocktec do?
Rocktec designs, engineers, and manufactures heavy-duty fixed plant equipment for quarrying, mining, and materials handling operations, including proprietary Rocktec Engineered products (conveyors, crushers, Avalanche Screens, feeders, apron feeders, pugmills) and the Warrior automated wheel wash system. The company also serves as the exclusive New Zealand distributor for Mining Wear Parts and integrates global OEM partner equipment (Terex MPS, SBM, CDE, MEKA, Zen Robotics, Sensoteq, WALZ) into complete turnkey plant solutions delivered with full installation and commissioning support.
Is Rocktec a public or private company?
Rocktec is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Rocktec founded?
Rocktec was founded in 1994. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Rocktec based?
Rocktec is headquartered in Waiuku, New Zealand, in the Oceania region.
How does Rocktec make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Equipment Sales are the primary driver. The others are turnkey Plant Design & Build, mining Wear Parts Distribution and finance & Leasing Options.
Who are Rocktec's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Terex Corporation, Metso, Sandvik, Astec Industries, McCloskey International, FLSmidth and CDE Group. Regional players are Striker Crushing & Screening and Pilot Crushtec. Wirtgen Group (Kleemann) is listed as a broad incumbent.
Does Rocktec have an API?
No public API is recorded for Rocktec.
What industry is Rocktec in?
Rocktec's product category is Industrial Mining & Quarry Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHAMAH, Feeding & Conveying Equipment (Aprons, Belts, Stackers), with a secondary code of IMAKANAH, Wear Parts & Consumables (GET, Liners, Drill Bits, Grinding Media). Its NAICS code is 333131 and its SIC code is 3532.