New modular beam a ‘game-changer’ for lifting sector
SUNBELT Rentals has snapped up a new modular lifting beam that it says marks a 'significant step change' for the lifting industry.
Designed and manufactured...
Doosan shows off new Stage V wheel loader
DOOSAN has added the new DL420-7 Stage V wheel loader to its portfolio, boasting a new design, increased fuel efficiency and a more comfortable...
Hyundai at forefront of project to develop hydrogen fuel excavators
HYUNDAI Construction Equipment has teamed up with Hyundai Motor Group to develop what the firm describes as the world’s first hydrogen-powered construction equipment
Ready for action: Doosan and Leica team up on machine control initiative
DOOSAN has released a new optional ready kit for the 2D/3D semi-automation system from Leica Geosystems for the company’s DX255LC-5 excavator.
The machine control solution automates...
SANY launches ‘reworked’ eight-tonne compact excavator
SANY has announced the release of the reworked SY80U compact excavator.
Based on the success of the manufacturer's eight-tonne machine, this 'advanced' version is said...
Komatsu Europe launches electric mini-excavator
KOMATSU Europe has launched the PC33E-6, a 3t-class electric mini-excavator with a lithium-ion battery.
The manufacturer said it regards the introduction of this new model...
Legacy of innovation: latest Bobcat telehandlers unveiled
Bobcat has expanded its telehandler range with the addition of the 8m TL43.80HF and 7m TL30.70 models.
CVT design offers fuel-saving opportunities on new Doosan loader
AS part of Doosan's DL-7 series, the manufacturer has unveiled the new DL420CVT-7 Stage V-compliant wheel loader equipped with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT).
Boasting...
New units pave the way for road success
A road planing business has become the first in the UK to utilise the new Cat PM620 cold planers.
DP Cold Planing has taken delivery of...
New JCB excavators poised for Plantworx debut
JCB has announced that Plantworx 2019 will mark the first public appearance of the firm's new 13-16-tonne X Series excavators.
Joining the 210X and 220X...
Pontchâteau plant produces 20,000th Bobcat telehandler
THE Pontchâteau plant in Loire Atlantique in France has just manufactured its 20,000th Bobcat telehandler.
The plant produces all the Bobcat telehandlers for the world market,...
Volvo takes the wraps off ‘game-changing’ electric hauler
THE star of Volvo CE's zero-emissions line-up at bauma 2025 in Munich has been the A30 Electric articulated hauler.
The model is described as the world’s...
Ardent and JCB seal £40 million equipment order
PLANT giants Ardent Hire Solutions is buying 700 JCB machines in a deal worth more than £40 million.
The Middlesex-headquartered firm is purchasing Loadall telehandlers and rough...
Glut of new JCB models geared up for Scottish debuts
A series of brand new JCB models will make their first appearances in Scotland at ScotPlant 2016.
As part of an extensive line-up of 25...
Bobcat launches new V-Drive telehandler models
BOBCAT has completed the company’s agricultural telehandler range with three new models.
The large high flow TL34.65HF V-Drive, TL38.70HF V-Drive, and TL43.80HF V-Drive all utilise...
Develon and Leica Geosystems expand machine control options for DD130-7 dozer
DEVELON and Leica Geosystems have announced a new aftermarket 3D machine control solution tailored for the Develon DD130-7 dozer.
The addition of the Leica MC1...
Exacting league table for rail firms
LANARKSHIRE-headquartered QTS Group was one of only two companies to receive an 'A' rating in the latest publication of Network Rail's PRISM supplier performance...
Develon adds to mini-excavator portfolio
DEVELON has introduced the new DX25Z-7 mini-excavator.
Weighing 2,691kg, the model is powered by a Kubota D1305 Stage V-compliant diesel engine, delivering 18.5 kW (25 HP) at...
Electric model amongst new Kubota tracked dumpers
KUBOTA has added to its tracked dumper portfolio with the launch of two new models.
The KC70VSL-4 e is an electric model, while the KC110SL-4...
Award-winning operator gives new Takeuchi the thumbs up
TAKEUCHI'S new TB395W wheeled excavator was put through its paces for three days at the recent Plantworx exhibition by Owen Mays, who won the...
A perfect match
MARUBENI-Komatsu has announced the launch of a new range of backhoe loaders, beginning with the WB93R-8. A second backhoe will be introduced in the coming...
Kobelco launches “Generation 10” models
Kobelco Construction Machinery Europe (KCME) has launched its latest "Generation 10" specialist earthmoving and construction excavators.
The SK260LC-10/SK260NLC-10 machines have been described by the firm...
Volvo lifts the lid on L350F updates
ENHANCED operator comfort and improved safety and maintenance features are among the updates Volvo said it has made to its L350F wheel loader.
The L350F is in...
Electric models amongst new CASE D-Series range
CASE Construction Equipment has unveiled the manufacturer's new mini-excavator D-Series range in Europe, featuring 20 models from one to six-tonne, including two electric options.
The...
Lightlift comes up trumps in tight spots
THE ‘compact and lightweight’ features of a Hinowa boom lift reportedly solved a tough access challenge for a property maintenance firm in Greenock recently.
The...
Kubota launches trio of new machines
KUBOTA has unveiled three new machines in the form of the 8.5-tonne KX085-5 mini-excavator and the RT210-2e and RT220-2e next generation electric compact wheel...
Eagle makes flying start to 2017
Eagle Plant Hire has started 2017 on a high, placing orders for 21 new Kubota mini-excavators from Young Plant Sales and 12 new rammers from Murray...
New MD has hit the Ground running
THE new managing director of ground engineering and equipment specialist Groundforce UK has told Project Plant he has "absolute optimism" about the future of...
Hybrid shredder looks to offer best of both worlds to customers
THE team behind the HAAS TYRON slow-speed shredder has converted the machine into a hybrid model, as part of efforts to become more environmentally...
JCB celebrates 40-year Loadall milestone
JCB has celebrated the 40th anniversary of the Loadall telescopic handler, having sold more than 220,000 machines since the initial launch in October 1977.
The manufacturer...
