AB2000’s expansion plans gather pace
TO support the firm's ambitious expansion to Inverness and Aberdeen and in the Central Belt, AB2000 has bought six E-series Articulated Dump Trucks from...
Marubeni-Komatsu makes it a double with new machine launch
MARUBENI-Komatsu has launched two new products in the shape of the PC80MR-5 midi excavator and the PC228US-11 short tail excavator.
The PC80MR‐5, designed for tight...
Volvo targets rigid hauler sector with Motherwell-built range
VOLVO Construction Equipment is to enter the rigid hauler market with its own four-model range of machines, manufactured in Motherwell.
As a result, the manufacturer...
New Liebherr telehandlers offer extended reach and lift capacity
THE first new Liebherr T48-8s telehandlers are rolling off the production line.
The model is said to provide the performance and comfort of the T55-7s with...
New Cat grading beams aim to deliver ‘dynamic and efficient’ outcomes
CATERPILLAR has announced the launch of new grading beams for the manufacturer's tiltrotators.
Designed to allow contractors to take on 'dynamic and efficient' grading and...
Sun shines on ScotPlant 2018
THE sun has set on ScotPlant 2018 after a spectacular couple of days at the Royal Highland Centre, near Edinburgh.
Visitors and exhibitors basked in...
Preparations in full gear for ScotPlant 2020 as Hitachi confirms attendance
THE final preparations are being put in place for ScotPlant 2020, the most important event of the year for the Scottish construction equipment sector.
The...
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...
Develon presents new smart crawler excavators for the first time in Europe
DEVELON has been unveiling new models from the company’s Next Generation ‘-9’ smart crawler excavator range at bauma 2025.
Two new -9 smart heavy crawler...
Bobcat reveals upgrades to compact wheel loader portfolio
BOBCAT has confirmed it has upgraded its compact wheel loader offering.
In 2021, the manufacturer launched its first compact wheel loader - the L85. In...
‘Revolutionary’ mini spider crane pops up in the market
UNIC Cranes Europe has launched the new UM325 pop-up mini spider crane, designed to 'redefine efficiency and flexibility' in specialised lifting operations.
Powered by lithium...
Kubota enjoys last laugh with historic milestone
When mini-excavators were first introduced to the British market in the 1970s, some scoffed at the concept. As Kubota celebrates its 50,000th excavator sale...
Xwatch launches ‘most advanced’ telematics and safety platform yet
XWATCH Safety Solutions has announced the launch of its 'most advanced and fully integrated' telematics and safety platform to date.
Developed with mixed-fleet technology specialist...
Doosan unveils manufacturer’s first ‘smart’ excavator
DOOSAN has announced the launch of the company's first 'smart' excavator.
The DX225LC-7X boasts full electric hydraulic (FEH) technology, integrated 2D machine guidance, semi-automatic 2D...
Atlas Copco adds to Energy Storage Systems range
ATLAS Copco is expanding its Energy Storage Systems (ESS) canopy range with the launch of the new ZBP 120-120 and ZBP 150-150 models.
The system,...
Kobelco demolition ‘workhorse’ enters European market
KOBELCO'S SK1300DLC ultra-high reach demolition excavator is now available in Europe.
With an operating weight of 130 tonnes and a reach of up to 40m,...
Kinshofer to showcase range of new kit at bauma 2019
KINSHOFER has unveiled its line-up for bauma 2019 in Munich. The manufacturer is set to debut a host of new attachments and partnerships at...
FLG expands offering with heavy lift kit
DEDICATED lifting and safety provider FLG Services has invested over £400,000 in a new range of heavy lift accessories to expand its equipment hire...
Landmark deal paves way for success
THE Scottish arm of Breedon Aggregates has completed a landmark deal for 29 machines - the largest acquisition of Cat rollers in Europe and the...
Excavator add-ons
DOOSAN has extended its range of attachments for excavators with a new line of heavy duty buckets and quick couplers manufactured in Europe.
Available...
New Cat loaders aim to simplify machine operation
CATERPILLAR has announced that its next generation of 926, 930 and 938 wheel loaders boast a range of features designed to boost productivity by...
ScotPlant is firmly on Brigade’s radar
BRIGADE Electronics and Banlaw Systems will be co-exhibiting at ScotPlant this year to demonstrate a range of vehicle safety devices including Backsense, marketed as...
Firm in seventh heaven with new purchases
TILLICOULTRY Quarries has taken delivery of six Volvo 20 tonne L120H loading shovels and an A30G articulated hauler as part of the firm's continued...
Size matters as Bell previews new B60E
Bell Equipment will be previewing the latest addition to their E-Series, the B60E, at Hillhead 2016.
The B60E is “a 4x4 with full articulation steering...
Hyundai launches new electric forklift range
HYUNDAI Material Handling has launched its new range of electric forklifts.
The B-X Series features an initial line-up of models from 4-5.5 tonnes and 6-9...
Merlo ramps up Generation Zero ambitions with new models
MERLO has been presenting seven new machines and four new attachments at this year's bauma exhibition.
The manufacturer said several of these innovations continue the...
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...
Hitachi unveils ‘groundbreaking’ excavator concept at bauma 2025
HITACHI Construction Machinery (Europe) N.V. (HCME) has unveiled its vision for the future of construction equipment at bauma 2025, in the shape of its...
Taking control: Rototilt launches own joysticks at bauma
ATTACHMENT specialist Rototilt has been unveiling its own joysticks at bauma 2022.
The manufacturer had previously announced the launch of the Rototilt Control concept –...
Hyundai debutants are A-ok at bauma 2019
HYUNDAI Construction Equipment Europe has introduced its first A-series excavators and wheel loaders at bauma 2019.
The manufacturer said the 22-ton HX220A L and the...
