McCloskey equipment distributor 888 Crushing and Screening Equipment is celebrating 40 years of McCloskey International
McCloskey International marks a significant milestone this year, celebrating 40 years of excellence in material processing.
From its humble beginnings to becoming an established and trusted strategic partner for dealers and customers worldwide, McCloskey’s legacy is built on entrepreneurial drive, innovation and a commitment to customer success.
McCloskey’s story began in the early 1980s when Paschal McCloskey emigrated from Northern Ireland to Canada. This was a challenging time to start a career, with businesses struggling through a deep recession.
Paschal began working in conveyor manufacturing, this is where he saw an opportunity in the market and began to produce his own line of trommels.
This innovative move not only launched McCloskey but also laid the foundations for a customer-driven, solutions-focused business, built to empower and support strategic entrepreneurs just like himself.
The commitment to innovation and new partnerships would go on to transform the mobile screening and crushing industry.
McCloskey International vice president Darren McKnight believes this entrepreneurial mindset continues to define the company today.
“McCloskey was built on an entrepreneurial spirit, and that’s what continues to drive us,” he says.
“Our customers and dealers share that same ambition, and they expect us to be innovative, adaptable, and always ahead of the curve.”
McCloskey is currently expanding its Northern Ireland manufacturing operations at its factory known as Granville.
This extension will help continue to meet the demand for McCloskey machines, with the build expected to be completed later this year.
Today, the company offers a complete range of mobile solutions, including crushers, screeners, stackers, and trommels, delivering top-quality machinery tailored to real-world applications.
McCloskey has evolved its product offerings to support customers navigating the changing demands of the material processing industry, which has transformed significantly over the past four decades.
While the industry has changed, McCloskey’s remained consistent in its commitment to delivering the quality, reliability, and practicality that customers expect.
“Expectations around quality and technology keep rising. Legislative changes, sustainability demands, and industry shifts, such as increased mergers and acquisitions, continue to shape how we do business,” McKnight says.
“But through it all, we’ve stayed close to our customers, listening to their challenges and ensuring we remain agile. That’s why our dealer network and strategic partnerships matter now more than ever.”
As McCloskey looks to the future, the company remains committed to strengthening partnerships with dealers and customers, expanding its global reach, and setting new benchmarks in material processing excellence.
With a strong foundation and a clear vision, McCloskey is poised for continued success, staying true to its brand promise of being the trusted strategic partner in material processing.
For more information on McCloskey’s equipment, visit 888cse.com.au