“A machine-and-a-half”

A Steelwrist tiltrotator has journeyed to the Orkney Islands where it will be put to work on a range of demanding projects. Biggings-based Eoin Muir...

Trio of new Kubota models wow Plantworx visitors

KUBOTA has launched three new models at Plantworx 2023. The 8.5-tonne KX085-5 mini-excavator was joined on the stand by two new additions to Kubota’s Smart...

Merlo turns up the volume with new telehandler

MERLO has introduced the new TF65.9TCS170-HF telehandler to its heavy duty range. The model is described as being well suited for projects which involve...

New Hyundai HX140 L set for ScotPlant

HYUNDAI has confirmed that Young Plant will exhibit the new HX140 L at this year's ScotPlant. The machine is said to provide up to 10 percent better fuel...
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Steelwrist unveils next generation tiltrotator control system platform

STEELWRIST has announced the launch of QuantumConnect, the new generation tiltrotator control system platform. Developed in collaboration with SVAB, the solution is said to introduce...

New Hitachi diggers deliver fuel and performance gains

HITACHI Construction Machinery (Europe) (HCME) launched a new Zaxis-7 model with clamshell telescopic arm at the recent bauma exhibition. The ZX350LC-7 is available with 30m...
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Volvo begins production of electric articulated haulers

VOLVO Construction Equipment has announced production has started of the firm's electric articulated haulers. The A30 Electric and A40 Electric are said to be the...

New vehicles hit the road for ScotPlant

LOOKING to reach new heights at this year's ScotPlant is Alltruck Crane Repair & Sales, with a number of brand new vehicles rolling straight...

New Komatsu dozer a ‘powerful addition’ to any fleet

MARUBENI-Komatsu has announced the launch of the 112-tonnes D475A-8 crawler dozer, described by the manufacturer as boasting improved production levels and new features for...

Taylor & Braithwaite hope to make maximum impact

TAYLOR & Braithwaite is looking to open people's eyes to the benefits of compact screening and crushing during its ScotPlant debut with a range...

Takeuchi adds new six tonne option to portfolio

TAKEUCHI has launched the new six tonne TB257FR, combining side-to-side (STS) offset boom with the near zero tail swing. The option joins the eight tonne...

Innovation “essential” in crowded compact market

JCB has added four new models to its new generation compact excavator range. Featuring operating weights of 4.8-5.7 tonnes, the midis are available in conventional,...
New SANY cab for larger excavators

SANY shows off next generation cab for larger excavators

SANY UK has unveiled its next generation operator cab for larger excavators, which the manufacturer said is designed to enhance comfort, safety, and productivity. The...

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.

Positive feedback for new Kobelco midi diggers

KOBELCO has announced that customers across Europe have been putting the manufacturer's next-generation SK75SR-7 and SK85MSR-7 midi excavators to work. A number have already been...

New Hill coupler tipped to set the standard in attachment technology

HILL Engineering has announced the launch of a new coupler that the firm said can connect any hydraulic work tool 'safely and automatically' from...

New SANY models poised for UK debut

TWO new SANY wheel loaders will make their UK debuts at Plantworx 2023. The SW305 and SW405 models with bucket capacities of 2.3/3 m³ and...

MJ Barrett seals telehandler deal

STRUCTURAL steelwork and cladding contractor MJ Barrett Constructions has expanded its telescopic handler fleet with the addition of JCB machines. The Uttoxeter-based company has bought two...

ScotPlant to host European debut of “unbeatable” Hyundai excavator

SCOTPLANT 2018 will be the location for the European debut of the new Hyundai HX130 LCR crawler excavator. Taking pride of place on the Young...

Firm is boxing clever with new handrail innovation

EQUIPMENT protection specialist Digger Guard has announced it has developed a lightweight polymer handrail system, which will launch at Hillhead 2022. The new ‘boxing ring’...
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Ulster rollers deal

A global road construction equipment manufacturer has appointed WAC McCandless as sole Northern Irish distributor for road construction equipment. The Northern Irish company, which...

Develon in double mini-excavator launch

DEVELON has launched two new mini-excavators in the form of the DX17Z-7 zero tail swing and DX19-7 conventional models. Both machines are powered by the...

Hyundai announces new European MD and unveils Bauma plans

HYUNDAI Construction Equipment Europe (HCEE) has announced the appointment of Jongho Chun as managing director. The former head of marketing divisions at HCE's Korean...
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Bar set high for ScotPlant 2020

MEMORIES of the sun-kissed ScotPlant 2018 exhibition are still fresh in the mind – but attention has now turned to ScotPlant 2020. We’re now less...

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,...

Yanmar displays first electric mini excavator prototype

YANMAR Compact Equipment has taken the wraps off the manufacturer's first electric mini excavator prototype. The SV17e is aimed at the European market and sits...
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Bobcat introduces next-generation augers and trenchers

BOBCAT has introduced new auger and trencher attachments that are compatible with a selection of the company’s loader, mini-excavator and telehandlers. The new line of...

Collaboration pays off for Kobelco

KOBELCO has teamed up with Engcon and Leica Geosystems to produce the manufacturer's first tiltrotator-compatible excavator. Unveiled at bauma, the machine combines 3D Machine Control...

New Cat loader vows to deliver ‘easy operation’ and ‘low’ owning costs

CATERPILLAR has described the new Cat 966 GC wheel loader as a 'versatile' machine with a range of features designed for 'reliable, performing and...

Bobcat unveils two-tonne electric mini-excavator

BOBCAT has officially launched a new two-tonne mini-excavator at bauma 2022. The E19e – an electric version of Bobcat’s E19 internal-combustion (IC) model – offers...