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New blasting technique for Gallagher Group

 Building, civil engineering and quarry specialist the Gallagher Group has adopted a new blasting technique. 

The brand new technique provides the Gallagher Group with the ability to produce high-quality lump rock to meet the ever expanding requirements of architects and planners who use Ragstone.

The smooth blasting technique minimises blast-induced fragmentation and increases production of high quality block stone for use in heritage and new build projects.

Gallagher Group Chief Executive, Nick Yandle, said:

“Gallagher will continue to introduce new innovations such as this blasting technique so that the growing requirements of Ragstone can be met.

“The stone is increasingly being specified by architects and planners who are becoming aware of its attributes in projects that require a continued source of high quality original material.

“The technique will also ensure that as the last remaining supplier of Kentish Ragstone, Gallagher is able to continue to supply the high-quality Kentish Ragstone blocks needed for new build and restoration projects.”

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