SPT Recycles Asphalt to Reduce CO2
BY Jordan Fontaine
SPT recycles asphalt with diesel-electric hybrid power to reduce CO2 in Texas
Founded in 2008 and spearheaded by President John Collins, Sustainable Pavement Technologies (SPT) has grown to become a leader in providing sustainable solutions for the heavy highway industry. The company focuses on asphalt pavement, roofing shingle material and concrete demolition recycling while operating out of five key sites in Texas, in major cities like Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, San Antonio, and Houston as well as two additional sites in California. With a dedicated team and a mobile fleet of crushing, grinding and screening equipment, SPT consistently delivers for its clients.
The reclaimed material that SPT receives is processed and repurposed to create high-quality aggregates for use in hot-mix asphalt (HMA), ready-mix concrete and road base. As a recycled product, this material boasts a lower CO2 output than virgin material, as much of the environmental impact is incurred on its initial creation. This is further enhanced by SPT’s choice of diesel-electric driven crushing and screening equipment—the Gladiator range from Powerscreen Texas.
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“The Gladiator is a great addition to our fleet for many reasons, including its versatility,” Collins said. “Having the ability to move our Powerscreen Gladiator 320SR to any one of our sites and be up and running within 24 hours has been a game-changer for us.”
SPT’s mobile production capabilities allow the company to handle various commercial projects and State Department of Transportation contracts, ensuring that materials are sized according to strict specifications. Whether it’s handling demolition debris from a construction site or reprocessing broken road surface material, SPT’s Powerscreen equipment can transform waste into high-quality aggregates that contribute to new infrastructure projects across Texas.
At SPT’s Fort Worth site alone, the company produces between 350,000 and 500,000 tons of recycled asphalt and concrete annually. These materials are processed into various gradations, depending on the specific requirements of each project.
Collaboration
The success of SPT has been supported by its long-standing partnership with Powerscreen Texas since 2016. The relationship between SPT and Powerscreen Texas began when Collins purchased a Terex Ecotec Phoenix 2100 trommel at an auction. Soon after putting the trommel to use, the machine ran into an engine failure. However, Powerscreen Texas quickly stepped in to help.
“I called Powerscreen Texas, and within a few days, they brought out a new engine and installed it for us,” Collins recalled. “Within the next year after using our newly fixed Phoenix 2100, we expanded our fleet of machines from Powerscreen Texas and have purchased a machine from them each year since.”
Today, SPT operates several pieces of Powerscreen equipment, including the Powerscreen Gladiator 320SR, Trakpactor 320, Chieftain 1700, Chieftain 2100 and the Terex Ecotec Phoenix 2100 trommel. This robust lineup of machinery allows SPT to handle large volumes of recycled material with efficiency and ease.
According to Collins, the Powerscreen Gladiator 320SR has been a valuable asset to the company. This diesel-electric hybrid unit is capable of processing 2,000 tons of material per day, consistently meeting SPT’s production targets while maintaining fuel efficiency.
“We achieve a considerable uptime with the Gladiator…” Collins said. “It’s a diesel over electric unit, so it gives a really steady and low fuel burn along with a very consistent output.”
At SPT’s Fort Worth site alone, the company produces between 350,000 and 500,000 tons of recycled asphalt and concrete annually. These materials are processed into various gradations, depending on the specific requirements of each project.
Sustainable Operations and Contract Work
At SPT’s Fort Worth site alone, the company produces between 350,000 and 500,000 tons of recycled asphalt and concrete annually. These materials are processed into various gradations, depending on the specific requirements of each project. The recycled aggregates are then sold to commercial material producers or used in State DOT projects that demand precise material sizing for stringent specifications.
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In addition to their work at fixed sites, SPT also takes on a wide range of contract work across Texas. With mobile crushing, grinding and screening spreads, the company can deploy its fleet of Powerscreen machines to any site, providing on-demand solutions for contractors and subcontractors in need of reclaimed aggregate materials.
Collins is proud of the company’s ability to adapt to different project requirements and environments. “We’ve worked in various quarries, recycling shot rock and other materials. No matter what kind of project comes our way, we can provide a solution thanks to Powerscreen.”
The Powerscreen Gladiator 320SR diesel-electric hybrid unit can process up to 2,000 tons of material per day for Sustainable Pavement Technologies (SPT). Photos courtesy of Powerscreen Texas
A Greener Future
As the demand for sustainable construction materials continues to grow, SPT remains at the forefront of asphalt recycling innovation. Their commitment to quality, sustainability and customer service has made them one of the most trusted names in the Texas recycling industry.
“Our relationship with Powerscreen Texas has been a crucial part of our success,” Collins said. “We’ve had great support from their team, and we’re continuing to grow that relationship as we identify what our customers demand and what machines will better elevate our business to better serve the State of Texas.”
Looking ahead, SPT plans to expand its operations even further, ensuring that they continue to provide high-quality recycled materials for the construction industry. With more than 15 years of experience, the company is well-positioned to remain a leader in sustainable pavement solutions, helping to build a greener future for Texas and beyond.