Appointment of Red Knight 6 and O’Kane Equipment Solutions Ltd

Astec Europe today announces a significant expansion of its GB market presence with the appointment of Red Knight 6 (RK6) and O’Kane Equipment Solutions Ltd as official GB distributors for Astec’s new track crushing and screening brand, Frontier. The move forms part of a wider strategic European growth initiative for 2026 and beyond and will be highlighted during Astec Europe’s high-profile showcase at Hillhead show in June, 22 – 24 2026.

These appointments reinforce Astec Europe’s commitment to building a strong, dealer distribution network that combines worldclass equipment with experienced, locally based customer support across GB.

A central pillar of this UK expansion is Astec Europe’s headquarters and manufacturing centre in Omagh, Northern Ireland. The Omagh facility serves as the operational heart of Astec’s European business, housing extensive engineering, design, and production capabilities. From this site, Astec designs engineers, and manufactures equipment specifically for the Global market. Notably, the new Frontier, track crushing and screening product line, one of Astec’s most strategically important product lines for the region, will be fully developed and produced in Omagh. The Frontier product line utilises Astec’s already proven crushing and screening technology that has been developed and enhanced over decades in aggregates and mining applications.

Red Knight 6 Appointed Distributor for Frontier Track Crushing & Screening Product Line

As part of the expanded UK strategy, Red Knight 6 (RK6) has been appointed as official distributor for Astec’s Frontier, track crushing & screening product line. RK6 will represent Astec’s Frontier product line of track crushers and screeners, providing sales, commissioning, operator training, genuine parts supply, and ongoing aftersales support nationwide.

Recognised for its strong technical capability and customer focused approach, RK6 brings extensive experience supporting quarrying, recycling, demolition, and contract crushing operations throughout the territory.

Paul Donnelly, Managing Director at Red Knight 6, added: “We are delighted to bring Astec’s Frontier, track crushing & screening product line to the market as part of their expansion into Europe. Astec is a proven, credible and globally respected brand, and this partnership allows us to offer customers a highly competitive lineup backed by RK6’s technical expertise and nationwide support.

This is more than simply adding another product line, it’s about giving the industry access to proven, high performance technology as well as some patented technology, unique to Astec that delivers real productivity gains across quarrying, recycling, and contract crushing applications.”

O’Kane Equipment Solutions Ltd Appointed Frontier Dealer for Scotland and Northern England

O’Kane Equipment Solutions Ltd has been appointed as Astec Europe’s official Frontier dealer for Scotland and Northern England, further strengthening Astec’s regional coverage in key GB markets.

Led by Kieran O’Kane, the business brings over 35 years of hands-on experience in the quarrying and materials processing sector. Having worked alongside many of the UK’s leading producers, Kieran has developed a deep, practical understanding of site operations, production demands, and the realities of running efficient, high performing operations.

What sets O’Kane Equipment Solutions apart is its ability to translate decades of onsite experience into tangible customer value. By understanding the material, the application, and the end goal of each operation, the business is uniquely positioned to help customers optimise production, improve efficiency, and maximise equipment performance.

Commenting on the partnership, Kieran O’Kane said:

“Having worked in this industry for over 35 years, I’ve seen firsthand what makes a real difference on site. It’s not just about the equipment, it’s about understanding the application, the material, and the customer’s end goal. Partnering with Astec allows me to bring that experience together with a strong, proven product offering to help customers achieve better performance and efficiency.”

For customers across Scotland and Northern England, this appointment goes beyond access to Astec equipment. It means working with a partner who understands the realities of production, prioritises efficiency and uptime, and is focused on keeping operations running reliably.

Damian Power, Managing Director of Astec Europe, commented:

“GB is a strategically important market for Astec Europe, and our collaboration with Red Knight 6 and O’Kane Equipment Solutions gives us the ideal platform to accelerate our growth. Their reputations, technical knowledge, and customer focus align perfectly with our own values. Together, as one Team we will deliver high performance track crushing and screening solutions backed by responsive, local service, everything GB operators expect from a leading global brand.”

A Strong Foundation for European Growth

Together, the appointments of Red Knight 6 and O’Kane Equipment Solutions Ltd represent a major step forward for Astec’s European strategy. Both partnerships combine Astec’s globally recognised engineering and locally manufactured equipment with experienced, trusted distributors who bring deep industry knowledge and strong customer relationships.

With Astec Europe headquartered in Omagh, support delivered through a growing dealer network, Astec is well positioned to deliver high performance material processing solutions backed by responsive, regional service across Europe and beyond.