1978 – 2018
Ballytrain to ROCO
Ballytrain Plant & Commercial Sales dates back to 1978 (trading as Paddy Connolly). ROCO is formed under the Ballytrain group.
Foundations
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ROCO is a family-owned company deeply rooted in the crushing & screening industry. We bring decades of experience to every project as we have an extensive background in quarrying. Operating from Ireland, we pride ourselves on delivering innovative solutions tailored to the needs of our customers.
At ROCO, our mission is clear – to foster lifelong relationships built on trust and support. We prioritise the satisfaction of our customers above all else, offering top-quality products and unparalleled service. With a keen focus on practicality and sustainability, we aim to exceed expectations in every endeavor.
Located in Culloville, right on the
Northern Ireland and Republic of
Ireland borderline, ROCO are ideally situated midway between Dublin and Belfast airports.
Significant investments were made in 2019 & 2022, with ambitious 2025 growth plans now in motion.
ROCO is powered by a team of passionate thinkers, builders, and innovators. Get to know the people who bring our vision to life and drive ROCO forward, meet the team that’s shaping our story every day.
Through our Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, we are committed to driving sustainable practices, supporting meaningful causes, and building a future where progress benefits everyone.
In 2023, Roco expanded its global footprint by partnering with Ecoverse, appointing them as the exclusive master distributor for North America. This strategic collaboration has significantly enhanced Roco’s presence and support in the U.S. With essential coverage of parts and service across the United States.
Dave has been a game-changer for Roco, bringing our
cutting-edge equipment to the heart of gold mining on
the TV Series, Gold Rush & Dave Turin’s Lost Mines with
25 million viewers worldwide.
Roco ARE proud to be The ONLY IRISH company to
feature mobile screening plants on the show.
From the unstoppable ROACH helping him strike
gold to the mighty Eagle washplant proving
itself as a powerhouse in engineering, Dave has
showcased the strength and reliability of our
machines time and time again.
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Ballytrain Plant & Commercial Sales dates back to 1978 (trading as Paddy Connolly). ROCO is formed under the Ballytrain group.
ROCO-branded machines launch in 2018 — a major milestone in the company’s evolution.
Significant investment in a new facility to power expansion and elevate product & service delivery.
Hubert Watson joins forces with Shane Connolly to drive ROCO on a global scale.
ROCO9 Ltd. is officially incorporated.
Discovery Channel’s Dave Turin visits HQ. ROCO builds a custom mobile rinser for Dave Turin’s Lost Mine.
X7T Triple Deck Aggregate Screen & 1600S Scalping Screen enter the line-up.
ROCO launches the diesel-electric hybrid jaw crusher ‘RYDER 1000’.
New large workshop space to meet growing manufacturing demands.
ROCO exhibits at CQMS in Tullamore, Co. Offaly, Ireland.
‘The Roach’ & ‘The Eagle’ help Dave Turin’s crew hit the million-dollar gold goal in seasons 3 & 4.
The highly anticipated ICON 1100 impactor officially launches.
Debut appearance at Hillhead (Buxton, UK) with the new ICON 1100 on display.
ROCO exhibits at Bauma in Munich for the first time.
ROCO exhibits in Las Vegas. Terence Bratton joins as Head of Engineering.
Strategic US partnership established with Ecoverse.
With Ecoverse support, RYDER 1000 confidently enters the US market.
SPRINTER 1500 scalping screener launched at Hillhead, UK.
Team ROCO expands with many new recruits.
New partnership announced with Grupo DIR in Spain.
ICON 1100 with recirculation is launched at Bauma, Munich, Germany.
