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...
Reducing waste is vital for business efficiency
As efforts to combat climate change intensify, an emphasis on tackling the impact of waste on our environment has become a crucial factor. Here,...
Addressing net zero
Ross Hayward, head of assets and commercial at Chepstow Plant International (CPI), discusses how the quarrying and aggregates sector can address the climate emergency,...
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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All round technology-based safety features for excavators
Safety is one of the most talked about topics today. Almost every phone call, skype or email is signed off with the words, stay...
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 &...
Investment in technology helping to drive productivity for Akela
With demand for quality housing growing, the construction sector is having to adapt and think differently about how it can deliver against the backdrop...
Suicide – we’re in it together
By Bill Hill, CEO of the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity
World Suicide Prevention Day is just around the corner and we will see a huge...
The silent killer: how Finning is making mental health a priority
In the UK construction industry, physical health is of paramount importance. It is common to see prominent reminders about physical safety, and yet there...
Conveying the right message on fuel efficiency
Paul Thorne, used machinery and new plant director at SCG Supplies, explains why he believes firms in the quarrying and recycling sectors are being...
Five ways Rokbak haulers help to save you money
With the current economic situation, it’s more important than ever to reduce costs and achieve the lowest total cost of ownership possible. Rokbak’s senior...
Protecting your construction technology
Lisa Cheshire, inside sales specialist from Trimble provider, SITECH UK & Ireland, explains the importance of investing in a comprehensive protection plan for construction...
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 we need to use electric to build electric
By Gustav Boberg, segment leader at Volvo Construction Equipment
SALES of electric cars are soaring and charging points are popping up like mushrooms to accommodate...
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...
Have you got the edge?
Construction businesses are more likely to win bids if they can guarantee high-quality work, while sticking to a budget and a deadline. Meeting all...
Are you really ready for winter?
Brendan Aherne, GRITIT’s regional director for Scotland, explains that taking on adverse weather conditions in increasingly litigious times takes careful planning and meticulous execution.
It’s...
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,...
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....
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...
Funding the green construction pipeline
Following a global survey that revealed 70% of construction projects now incorporate sustainability targets, it’s clear the industry is committed to reducing carbon emissions....
The challenges and opportunities facing the construction sector
Geoff Smith, dealer manager at Kubota UK, discusses what the construction industry is likely to face in the coming months, with changes to legislation...
Removing the risks: top tips for buying pre-loved machines
Buying machine equipment is a big investment at any time. As companies emerge from the lockdown and attempt to get back to pre-pandemic work...
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...
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...
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...
How Scottish projects are shaping rental trends for heavy kit
As large-scale infrastructure and energy projects gather pace across Scotland, contractors are rethinking how they source and deploy heavy equipment. Mark Need, Stevens Equipment...
Diversity in construction: how far have we come?
In a recent survey of construction professionals nearly half of the respondents (46%) said they felt their career progression has been limited due to their background.
Opportunities abound for hydrogen fuel cell
Gareth Holden, Scotland’s depot manager for Taylor Construction Plant Ltd (TCP), gives an update on how the industry in Scotland is embracing hydrogen fuel...
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...
