Topcon and Hitachi partner for new machine control system

TOPCON has partnered with Hitachi (HCMUK) to provide an ‘innovative’ and ‘sophisticated’ machine control promised to allow for more efficient workflow

Miller UK to celebrate the big 40 at ScotPlant

MILLER UK plans to celebrate "40 years of innovation" at ScotPlant 2018. The earthmoving attachments manufacturer revealed visitors to the exhibition will get to witness...

Doosan unveils ‘transparent bucket’ system for wheel loaders

DOOSAN has launched what it describes as the industry’s first wheel loader ‘transparent bucket’ system. The system allows operators to see blind spots in front...

Major new dealerships boost streamlined Highland business

THE past 12 months have seen a whole raft of changes at Inverness-based Highland Hammer Hire (HHH). The firm was appointed by tiltrotator manufacturer Rototilt...
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Ulrich Attachments adds to sales team with double appointment

ULRICH Attachments has strengthened its sales team with two new appointments. The company, which specialises in front-end attachments, including buckets, hydraulic quick couplers and fork...

Edinburgh groundworks specialist makes landmark machine purchase

EDINBURGH-based groundworks contractor Keystone Construction has become the first UK firm to buy a Cat 308 excavator with the Cat TiltRotate system (TRS) fitted to...

Rototilt’s Scottish dealer looks to expand service network

HHH Equipment is looking for a service partner in the east of Scotland following a period of expansion. The Inverness-based attachment specialist, also known as...

HD Hyundai launches new range of hydraulic breakers

HD Hyundai is launching a new range of silenced hydraulic breakers. The HRB Series will feature six models for excavators from 1.2-26 tonnes operating weight. All...

Yarwoods lands Hartl distributorship

YARWOODS Excavator Attachments Ltd has secured a deal to supply Hartl excavator crusher buckets and screener buckets to the UK market. The Airdrie-based firm has put in place a...

Steelwrist and Demarec announce cooperation agreement

DEMAREC and Steelwrist have signed a cooperation agreement for Steelwrist SQ full automatic work tool adaptors for Demarec products and SQ quick couplers. Steelwrist said...

‘Rising demand’ in Scotland prompts Rockbreakers to expand portfolio

ROCKBREAKERS UK has told Project Plant that the firm is expanding its fleet of hydraulic breakers and attachments to meet a ‘rising demand’ for...

Engcon listed on Nasdaq Stockholm Stock Exchange

ENGCON was recently listed on the Nasdaq Stockholm Stock Exchange as the company looks to secure future growth. The manufacturer said the listing means that...
Komatsu excavator with Rototilt tiltrotator

Rototilt and Komatsu team up on integrated solution

ROTOTILT has announced it has become the first tiltrotator manufacturer to collaborate with Komatsu on an integrated 'plug & play' solution. Komatsu’s new PC220LC/LCi-12 will...

Yarwoods names new MD

HENRY Brain will become the new managing director of Yarwoods from January 1. Henry, who most recently spent ten years with the Kinshofer Group, is...
Manufacturing image depicting Ulrich's purchase of LCR

Ulrich ramps up UK growth plans with LCR acquisition

ATTACHMENTS and front loader manufacturer Ulrich has completed the acquisition of Hull-based welding and fabrication specialist LCR. The move marks a milestone in Ulrich’s UK expansion...

engcon ends ‘historic year’ with strongest ever sales quarter

ENGCON has reported 'record' high net sales and 'stable profitability' for the final quarter of 2022. The Swedish-headquartered tiltrotator manufacturer said that while order intake...

Rototilt models prove a big hit in the borders

Fraser Rummens reports on the benefits of the R4 and RT30 tiltrotators OWEN Gillard, of Owen Gillard Groundworks and Plant Hire, Kelso, recently purchased two...

New buckets launched for Doosan wheel loaders

DOOSAN has unveiled a new range of general purpose performance buckets for the manufacturer's wheel loader range. The buckets are said to represent the first...
Evans Engineering machinery

New partnerships support Evans Engineering expansion plans

EAST Lothian-based Evans Engineering Solutions is targeting further growth this year after embarking on new partnerships and moving into a new facility with bespoke...
engcon EC204 tiltrotator

‘New and improved’ tiltrotator unveiled by engcon

ENGCON has unveiled a 'new and improved' version of its EC204 tiltrotator for excavators in the 2-4t weight class. The updated model features the manufacturer's...

Attachments specialist appoints new aftersales manager

WORSLEY Plant has appointed Callum Poole to the newly created role of aftersales manager. The attachments business revealed that Callum arrives with a wealth of...
Komatsu Europe has confirmed its 3D Machine Guidance system is now fully compatible with tiltrotators brands including engcon, Steelwrist, Rototilt, and OilQuick.

Komatsu Smart Construction confirms compatibility with top tiltrotator brands

KOMATSU Europe has confirmed its 3D Machine Guidance system is now fully compatible with tiltrotator brands including engcon, Steelwrist, Rototilt, and OilQuick. The move is...

Rammer Hammer the “obvious choice” for hire firm

A Cheshire hire firm recently took delivery of the new 7-tonne Rammer Hammer breaker, thanks to Murray Plant. The Paisley-based dealer, which was acquired by...

Strategic partnership tipped to unlock new piling possibilities

LEICA Geosystems and hydraulic piling equipment manufacturer Junttan Oy have announced a strategic partnership to accelerate the digital transformation of the piling sector. Recognising the...

Miller UK teams up with Malcolm on Scottish jobs

DRAINAGE works carried out for schools and hospitals across Scotland have benefited from Miller UK equipment. The works have been completed by Malcolm Construction, with...

Miller shows its steel by joining Hardox programme

MILLER UK has announced it has achieved quality certification from a globally renowned steel company. The manufacturer has joined Swedish steelmaker SSAB’s Hardox In My...

Miller UK launches online attachment marketplace

MILLER UK has launched a new online service for attachment sales. The manufacturer has opened an eBay Shop, called Miller Direct, with the aim of...

Attachments specialist marks 40 years of innovation

ROTAR, the innovator of grabs, pulverisers and shears for the demolition, recycling and scrap metal industries, is marking its 40th anniversary at bauma. The firm's...
Excavator attachment tool

Attachment tool gets Top marks from operators

ROTOTOP, an attachment tool from German manufacturer Holp, is said to be gaining traction with UK operators. According to the manufacturer, the rotary drive saves...
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Borders contractor sings praises of Tefra Tilt

A Borders groundworks contractor has reportedly benefited from significant time savings since purchasing a Tefra Tilt.  Collins Plant and Groundworks (Collins PAG) is on its fourth...