A new screening media supplier has entered the Australian market. Quarry finds what it plans to offer local quarries.
The origins of Agile Screening can be traced back to Warrington, England, where Thomas Locker first began weaving wire for the coalfields.
Initially operating under the Locker Group banner, the business expanded to include operations throughout Australia and New Zealand.
In 2024, former chief executive officer Ed Sill & his Capital and Advisory firm, Trinity Capital acquired the ANZ business screening media business of Locker.
Agile Screening marketing director Carli Barnes said Sill saw the value in the screening business, given its long track record of success.
“The business is made up of people that have extensive experience and understanding of the Australian quarrying and mining industry,” she told Quarry.
“Our team has hundreds of years of collective experience in the screening media industry. We understand history is important, but we are keen to set our own course.”
Nimble and agile
Agile Screening is named after its focus – agility.
The company aims to have its products customised to unique site-specific requirements and available for fast delivery to customers.Supply chain management is a vital part of the business to deliver this reliably.
Barnes said Agile Screening’s supply chain optimisation was among the best in the sector due to its market understanding and drive to reduce complications for customers.
“Particularly in the quarrying industry, there is a need for fast and responsive delivery,” she said.
“Our focus on screening media means we can deliver this. Unlike others who have multiple markets they serve, we specialise in screens and getting those screens to site as required.
“Agile has developed a global supply chain to ensure its commitment to quality and service are unparalleled.”
Knowing what screen media will work best in the Australian market is a matter of experience for Agile. Its team thoroughly understands the products available on the market and, importantly, knows which screens are suited to particular site or machinery applications.
It also prides itself on keeping up with customer trends to ensure its customers can access the latest innovations in screening.
One such trend is a rise in polyurethane screening media, such as Tufflex and PolyRipple. Tufflex is made with polyurethane-coated wire and synthetic rope, either fully or partially welded. It provides extra flexibility to prevent pegging issues while remaining light and easy to manoeuvre, reducing the safety risks associated with lifting and installing traditional wire screens.
PolyRipple cross-tension screens are ideal for wet and sticky applications and offer high abrasion resistance. Wires can move within the screen, allowing particles to pass through rather than blocking the aperture. The addition of polyurethane to the ripple screen improves its wear life.
Barnes said Agile Screening takes a customer-centric approach, working closely with clients to find the right solution instead of just selling products.
“Understanding a customer’s objectives and their pain points is important for us – whether that means holding specific screens for them at a location close to their site or if they need to change their screen media in summer due to weather,” she said.
“It’s about supporting them with the tools they need to achieve screening success.
“Even though we’re a new business, we have an experienced team and want to make sure we are delivering for our customers.” •
For more information, visit agilescreening.com.au
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