The road to autonomous plant
In July 2020, Elon Musk announced his plans for Tesla to achieve 'level five' autonomy by 2021. This gives the company little time to...
Safe Digging Week: safety on site is the national priority
To mark National Safe Digging Week, Mark Royse, head of sales at Mecalac Construction Equipment UK, discusses the importance of responsible digging and explains...
How drones are changing construction
The PwC’s membership network report, Skies without Limits, recently revealed that drone technology is expected to uplift the UK’s construction industry by £8.6 billion...
Staying safe while working at height in poor weather
Matthew Bailey, divisional manager for inspection and certification at HCL Safety, explores what those working at height, and those responsible for their safety, need...
You wouldn’t buy a £250k digger online!
Simon Frere-Cook, PlantWorx director of operations, explains why trade shows still matter in an era where you can buy almost anything online
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More support needed for construction workforce
By Bill Hill, CEO of the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity
IN an industry where two construction workers take their own life every single working day...
Can portable cabins support safer working in the Covid-19 era?
By Benjamin Rothwell, business development manager at Bunkabin
THE Covid-19 pandemic has created major challenges for the entire construction sector. Not only have supply chains...
How digital tools are revolutionising the European construction sector
Digital tools are transforming European construction, influencing project activity and management from initial design processes to delivery of completed structures. A mixed fleet of...
A powerful partnership
Kubota UK joined forces with engine and transmission specialist Mitchell Powersystems (MPS) in 2016 in a strategic partnership that established MPS as the official...
Wheeled excavators: the urban expert with real ‘street smarts’
As urban development and infrastructure projects increase, so does the demand for highly versatile machinery. Here George Ionescu, product manager at Finning UK &...
Aggregates Levy must be a springboard for the resource management sector
By Scott Brewster, MD, Brewster Brothers
ONE of the aims of the Scottish Government’s proposed Aggregates Levy is that the new tax should support the...
Why cybersecurity is important for the construction equipment business
As construction companies digitise more of their operations and take advantage of the many benefits this brings, cybersecurity becomes an increasingly effective support. Guy...
Emissions possible
Is regulation misalignment hindering long-term equipment development?
Six months ago, Greater London construction sites dominated the national media agenda after introducing new regulations banning the...
Governments must be ready to help construction sector go green
By Scott Brewster, MD of Brewster Bros, a resource management business which specialises in recycling construction waste and creating high quality recycled aggregates based...
Route to net zero starts with cost-saving tech
Construction has always been a balancing act, but for smaller firms, the pressures feel heavier than ever. Rising material prices, soaring fuel costs, and...
Leaked: how to save money on your fourth utility
By Andy Batey, head of engineering, Brammer Buck & Hickman
ON average 10% of all industrial electricity consumption can be attributed to the production of...
370X marks ‘huge step forward’ for JCB
The new JCB 370X - the largest model in the X Series range of tracked excavators – was shown for the first time in...
Engineering a solution for remote working
By Andrew Richardson, a copywriter for Mobile Mini
LIKE many other industries, the construction and engineering sector has been hit by coronavirus restrictions aimed...
State of the Nation: Merlo’s role in wake of new government
Helen Selkin, marketing manager at Merlo UK, explains how the manufacturer aims to play its part in helping to achieve the new UK Government’s...
Qualified operator shortage leaves plant owners suffering
By Fraser Dykes, Vice President of the Scottish Plant Owners Association and Director at AMD Contract Services Ltd, who says action must be taken...
Working together to attract next generation of skilled workers
By Glen Hampson, business development manager, construction, at Kubota UK
WITH the construction sector hit hard by the Covid-19 crisis in recent months, it’s more...
Trained fork truck operators lift safety standards and lower business costs
Improved forklift safety, lower running costs and reduced downtime are among the many benefits that lift truck operator training will bring to a business,...
Telehandler hazards: tackling blind spots in mobile plant
Telehandlers are powerful machines that offer invaluable service to industries across the world, from construction and agriculture to logistics, mines and quarries. Here, Emily...
Asset disposal strategy can help unlock value
The construction industry faced an unsettled 2024. High inflation, rising borrowing costs and NI hikes have squeezed margins. And yet, optimism remains for 2025....
Genuine parts ensure articulated hauler quality and uptime
Articulated haulers excel at navigating challenging terrain while transporting heavy loads, making them indispensable in construction, mining and infrastructure projects. However, the integrity of...
Five ways to guarantee hauler performance in winter
ROKBAK says the RA30 and RA40 machines can be relied upon to operate effectively and efficiently in cold weather, with even slippery surfaces and...
The age-old question: salary or dividends?
By Roger Campbell, a manager and tax specialist at Scott-Moncrieff, accountants and business advisers based in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness
AS a matter of course,...
Certified Rebuilds: the machines that are forever young
David Carter, product manager for engine & drivetrain at Caterpillar dealer Finning UK & Ireland, reflects on the rise of rebuilds and explains why...
Creative thinking helps operators thrive on peatland restoration projects
Andrew McBride, Peatland ACTION project manager explains why the Scottish Government is pledging £250 million for peatland restoration over the next 10 years, and...
Domestic success and an international reach
Callum Mackintosh, MD of Rototilt dealer HHH Equipment, shares his highlights of 2019 and looks forward to 2020
2019 has been a great year for...
