BLACKWOOD Plant Hire has snapped up 23 new machines from Finning UK & Ireland in a £3.5 million deal.
The haul includes five Cat 313 2D excavators, four Cat 315GC compact excavators, one Cat 336 2D excavator, six Cat 320 2D excavators, two Cat 308 mini-excavators, four Cat CS13 vibratory soil compactors, and one Cat CS16 vibratory soil compactor.
Paul McCormack, MD at Blackwood Plant Hire, said, “This significant investment reflects our commitment to achieving the highest standards in quality, service, sustainability and safety for our customers. The machines we have invested in will service multiple contracts throughout Scotland and we are looking forward to leveraging their technology, efficiency and productivity benefits.
“We are particularly keen to make use of the improved efficiency of the excavators with the added Cat 2D Grade Assist technology which will reduce passes and improve consistency for operators of all experience levels.
“Safety was also key to our investment as it is a high priority for ourselves and our customers. We are pleased to be able to utilise Cat E Fence on our new excavators, as this will set boundaries to keep our customers out of harm’s way, as well as reduce the risk of damage to the machines themselves.”
In addition to the Cat E Fence and Cat 2D Grade Assist technology, Finning ensured the 320 2D excavators were made Trimble Earthworks 3D Automatics-ready. This technology, provided through Finning partners SITECH UK & Ireland, will provide operators with real-time guidance in an effort to achieve precise grading, as well as improving safety with heightened situational awareness.
John Stuart, territory account manager at Finning UK & Ireland, added, “Finning has a 20-year working relationship with Blackwood Plant Hire and is pleased to have been able to support the company maximise its most recent investment with additional technology. The combination of machines and grading technology will not only work to meet the current demand in the industry, but will enhance productivity and efficiency, future=proofing Blackwood Plant Hire’s operations for years to come.”
