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Introduction As businesses across the UK move toward smart manufacturing, conveyor systems are evolving to meet the demands of **Industry 4.0**. No longer just mechanical
Introduction The UK’s shift toward a **circular economy** is driving innovation in material handling. Recycling plants need conveyor systems that are not only tough and
Introduction As safety standards evolve, conveyor belt systems must keep up with UK regulatory changes. In 2025, best practices for **conveyor belt safety** focus on
Introduction In the fast-paced world of bulk material handling, conveyor systems are the lifeblood of operations. Yet, without proper maintenance, they can become a source
Introduction Conveyor belt misalignment is a common issue in many industries, leading to increased wear, spillage, and potential system failures. Traditional belt tracking methods often
Introduction Transfer point spillage is one of the most persistent challenges in conveyor operations. Even small gaps between the moving belt and stationary skirtboard can
A well-maintained conveyor belt is the backbone of any bulk material handling operation. Ignoring early warning signs of belt deterioration can lead to unplanned downtime,
Vulcanisation is the cornerstone of modern conveyor belt repair and maintenance. From its 19th-century beginnings to today’s high-tech, on-site services, vulcanising remains the most effective
Conveyor systems lie at the heart of bulk material handling and automated production lines across the globe. Over centuries, conveyors have evolved from basic wooden
A time served Mechanical engineer Matt’s background includes many high-profile projects within the Automotive Industry: The Rolls Royce Phantom, Rolls Royce Cullinan, Spyker Le-Mans racing teams, Bentley, Aston Martin, and Airbus A380. This history and knowledge of complex manufacturing and engineering projects have been transferred and further developed into the bulk material handling sector. Matt has work in Europe, North America, Indonesia, and China
He joined the bulk solids and bulk handling industry in 2019 as Managing Director of Hoverdale UK Ltd and subsequently completed a Management buyout in July 2020. The business has grown yearly, increased employment, its customer base, and worldwide reputation, and disrupted the market with groundbreaking innovative technology. Since Matt took over Hoverdale, the company has filed four patents for innovation; one was granted in 2023 for a design to improve bulk handling. The success had been driven by delivering tailored solutions to the waste recycling sectors that keep material flowing out and money flowing in.
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Matt has been happily married to Julie for 22 years and has 4 children, 3 of which are involved within the Hoverdale group of companies. He is an RFU level 2 qualified coach and referee having been in several head coaching roles at various age groups from under 6’s to adults for his local team Nuneaton RFC. He believes in the core values that rugby teaches of Teamwork, Respect, Enjoyment, Discipline, Sportsmanship and try’s to carry this through in his day to day business activities. He is passionate at brining the next generation of young, diverse engineers into the sector through promotion of apprenticeship scheme and further education routes.
David is an experienced leader, with a background covering Operations, eCommerce, Finance, Compliance, HR and IT. His career spans Banking, Retail and Engineering, spending the majority of his career working for ALDI as they grew to become 4th largest supermarket in the UK, including seven years on their UK board as Managing Director of IT and eCommerce.
David joined Hoverdale’s Senior Management Team in 2023 to seek a fresh challenge in a completely different industry sector. He has applied his approach to Process Improvement, Efficiency, Customer Service and Teamwork to great effect during Hoverdale’s sustained growth.
Married to Jane, with three adult sons between them, David volunteers on the board of the Nottingham Playhouse theatre as well as his local rugby and football clubs. Any spare time he spends enjoying walks with their Golden Retriever, Buzz, who is also regularly seen in the Hoverdale office.
Ben is a time serviced field service engineer in the busy waste and recycling sector, who’s career moved into to managing service teams and beyond. Originally beginning his career with a HGV repair and maintenance apprenticeship with IVECO, from there travelling and working in multiple countries moving towards waste processing shredders.
Ben joined the Hoverdale team in September 2024 seeking to apply his extensive knowledge to a new area. His values and ethics fit perfectly within the Hoverdale ethos.
He is happily married to Kristina, with 4 wonderful young children; 14, 11, 8 and 5. We the children he doesn’t get much spare time. He is a family man, who enjoys spending as much time with them as possible.
