Hess Group: Provider of machines and equipment for the concrete products industry

Home » Company Reviews » Hess Group: Provider of machines and equipment for the concrete products industry

With a worldwide presence and an impressive range of products, The Hess Group emerged as the true machinery supplier for construction industry having the expertise in concrete block machines, concrete mixing plants, packagers and associated materials handling equipment.

“For three generations, since 1948, we are a powerful and strong partner to the building material industry. Continuous improvements and ambitious development of new technologies have made us the technological leader in the concrete product industry. We provide a symbiosis of flexibility, product quality and speed, hereby combining everything you need in order to make your project successful;” it is simply the “Made in Germany”, explains Riadh YAZIDI, Area Sales Manager, Africa.

With its comprehensive production program for plant and equipment for concrete block production, materials handling for concrete block plants, concrete block finishing systems, molds, concrete pipe machines, concrete mixing systems, and systems for the manufacture of autoclaved aerated-concrete and sand-lime bricks, the Hess Group has been participating in several exhibitions in Africa. This has prompted the company to grow swiftly in North Africa but also YAZIDI points out that they are working to introduce their brand in the rest of the continent.

Apart from that, the HESS Group expertise on concrete pipes, manholes, wet cast slabs, steps, briquetting plants for steel industry and light weight AAC technology using fly ash. A continent like Africa having a big number of steel and power plants which are using coal as the raw material, now looks for a real solution to reuse it. At the moment, everybody is talking of green products and the benefits for our environment.

“In addition to state-of-the-art production methods, qualified skilled workers are the key to our company’s success: experienced construction mechanics, engineers, electronics technicians, fitters and cutting machine operators have guaranteed the highest level of production quality, “Made in Germany”.

Innovation, such as Industry 4.0 interfaces, plc communication and steering in the production process, is also key for our global service approach. Our latest developments, the SMART App and SMART View prove how efficient digitalization can be integrated in maintenance and service processes.

More than 280 employees at HESS GROUP are actively shaping the future of concrete machinery and solutions. A global Sales and Service Network supports our global customers all over the world,” Riadh YAZIDI, sums up.