Volvo keeps Erca Project at the cutting edge of marble quarrying

Volvo excavators and a wheel loader working at Erca Project's quarry in Bursa.

In the heart of Turkey’s quarrying sector, Erca Project has established itself as a leader in marble quarrying and aggregate production. Based in Bursa, the company operates five active sites, generating a steady supply of high-quality building materials. At the core of this success is Erca Project’s steadfast commitment to high-performance equipment – namely, its long-standing partnership with Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) and Turkish dealer Ascendum Makina.

‘The leader for marble’

With nearly two decades of experience in the industry, Erca Project’s site supervisor Arif Arslan understands the demands of heavy-duty quarrying operations. “I have been in this sector since 2005. At Erca Project, we provide services in the sectors of quarry management, marble quarry management, and aggregate production,” he explains. “Since we do heavy work, especially in marble quarries, we prefer quality machines to work more efficiently.”

Erca Project’s fleet is a testament to this commitment to excellence. The company operates six Volvo excavators – three 30-tonne models, two 40-tonne models, and one 20-tonne unit – alongside three Volvo L120 wheel loaders. These machines play a crucial role in both aggregate production and marble quarrying, where durability and precision are paramount.

“Marble blocks are heavy and hard materials. Everyone in this sector knows that Volvo is the leader for marble,” Arslan says. “We know this very well. That’s why Volvo is our only choice.”

Volvo EC300D excavator fitted with a breaker.

Competitive and comfortable

Efficiency is key in the competitive world of quarrying, and Volvo machines provide the speed and cost-effectiveness that Erca Project demands. “Our business must be fast. We want to reduce costs, so we need to make production fast,” Arslan says. “It is very important for us that Volvo machines are strong, durable, and fuel efficient. Their work efficiency is very high. They allow us to do our work very easily.”

Beyond fuel savings and uptime, Volvo machines also provide a superior working environment for operators. “The cab is very comfortable. The operator’s visibility is also very important; he can see all sides very easily. Naturally, this is what we prefer,” Arslan explains.

More than a supplier

For Arslan and his team, the relationship with Volvo dealer Ascendum Makina in Turkey is more than just a supplier-customer dynamic – it’s a true business partnership. “We don’t consider Ascendum only as a supplier. We work in a partnership with Ascendum. They quickly maintain our machines, supply spare parts, and provide a perfect service. As such, we see them as our business partners rather than our suppliers,” he says.

Arslan’s experience with other brands has only reinforced his confidence in Volvo and Ascendum Makina. “I have worked with other brands, but sometimes the booms broke, or they caused different problems. Volvo has never let us down. We also do not let Volvo down, and we continue with Volvo.”

A recommendation from the experts

With Volvo machines playing an integral role in Erca Project’s continued success, Arslan has a clear message for others in the industry. “I recommend everyone in this sector to prefer Volvo. Look, they are the professors of their job. So there is not much to say,” he says.

This statement reflects the trust and confidence Erca Project places in Volvo and Ascendum Makina’s expertise, reinforcing their reputation as the go-to choice for high-performance equipment in demanding quarrying operations.

For more information, please visit the Volvo CE website.