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Construction starts on train plant

WORK is soon to begin on a Hitachi facility in County Durham which will manufacture hundreds of new train carriages. Scheduled for completion in...

Speedy and Niftylift to launch ‘world’s first’ hydrogen-powered access platform

SPEEDY Hire has teamed up with mobile elevating work platform manufacturer Niftylift on a project to develop the world’s first hydrogen-electric powered access platform. Through...

Mecalac looks to enhance “winning formula” with roller updates

MECALAC has announced an update to its MBR-71 pedestrian roller. Available from April this year, the manufacturer said the new model has been redesigned...

Doosan adds two-tonne mini to digger portfolio

DOOSAN has added to its mini-excavator offering with the launch of the two-tonne class DX20Z-7. The model is described by the manufacturer as an 'ideal...

Hyundai adds compact radius wheeled excavator to A-Series portfolio

HYUNDAI Construction Equipment is launching the compact radius HW150A CR wheeled excavator. Following the introduction of the larger HW170A CR, the manufacturer said the latest...

A changing shade of Blue

A raft of changes at Blue Group since the last ScotPlant exhibition means visitors can expect to see a number of new machines on...

A most unusual delivery

WORSLEY Plant recently completed one of most unusual deliveries in the firm's history. The supplier of materials processing equipment was selected to hire out a...

Hitachi launches new “durable and reliable” wheel loader

HITACHI has launched the new ZW330-6 wheel loader, which aims to answer the needs of challenging work environments. The new machine has been developed following...

JCB unveils electric Dumpster machine

JCB has introduced an electric version of its HTD-5 Dumpster tracked carrier. The manufacturer explained that the HTD-5e E-Dumpster is offered as a high-tip, walk-behind...

JCB announces raft of new product launches

JCB Access is updating its hydraulically-driven scissor range, with six electric drive scissor platforms. Initially there will be three models: the S1932E, S2632E and S3246E,...
Develon DX10Z-7 mini-excavator

Develon unveils new one-tonne mini-excavator

DEVELON has announced the launch of the new one-tonne zero tail swing mini-excavator. The DX10Z-7 replaces the DX10Z and offers a width of only 730mm...

Yanmar launches next generation tracked carrier

YANMAR Compact Equipment EMEA has added the C50R-5A tracked carrier to its portfolio. The next generation machine is said to feature a 'unique' undercarriage that excels...

SANY unveils largest machine to enter European market to date

SANY UK has announced the launch of the new Stage V-compliant 78-tonne SY750H crawler excavator. Featuring a Cummins X15 engine and 'enhanced' hydraulic system, the...

New Hyundai wheel loader scoops top innovation award

HYUNDAI Construction Equipment Europe (HCEE) is celebrating after winning the Samoter Technical Innovation Award in the ‘Medium Wheel Loaders’ category for its new HL960A...

Kobelco in double next generation excavator launch

KOBELCO has launched two new excavator models to its portfolio: the multi-purpose ED160BR-7 Blade Runner and the SK140SRL-7, which is a logging specification variant...
Dynapac and Leica Geosystems launch automated steering and screed edge control for asphalt pavers

Collaboration paves the way for automated steering and screed edge control

LEICA Geosystems and Dynapac have announced the compatibility of auto-steering and screed edge control features on Dynapac asphalt pavers with the Leica iCON pave...

Blackwood spend £2.5 million on new JCB fleet

A leading Scottish plant hirer has bought 35 new JCB models worth nearly £2.5 million as it gears up for major new projects. Kilmarnock based...

Partnership approach pays off as Volvo converts L120 wheel loader to electric

VOLVO Construction Equipment has developed a solution to convert the L120 wheel loader to electric as part of the company's sustainability drive. Developed with partners...

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...

Brokk launches ‘plug-and-play’ boom solution

BROKK has announced the launch of the Brokk Pedestal Boom, described as a 'compact, stationary' breaker boom system for the mining and aggregates industry. The...

Complex issues ironed out thanks to Daltons

EDINBURGH-based specialists, Daltons Demolitions has recently upgraded and increased its fleet of demolition excavators with a large order from Liebherr. The firm has purchased the...
Komatsu upgraded mini-excavators

Komatsu upgrades compact mini-excavators

KOMATSU has unveiled an upgraded line of mini-excavators, incorporating new features designed to improve safety, comfort, and versatility, while 'staying true' to the core...

Develon introduces new 14.6-tonne crawler

DEVELON has officially launched the 14.6-tonne DX140LC-7K crawler excavator. The machine replaces the DX140LC-7 model and features are said to include better maintenance access, safer...

Takeuchi goes back to the future with 7-tonner

TAKEUCHI has tipped its new 7-tonne TB370 to be a big hit with plant firms and contractors. The manufacturer highlighted the popularity of the firm’s...

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...

Silver service: Takeuchi marks 25 years in UK

TAKEUCHI is celebrating 25 years of operating in the UK this year. The manufacturer began trading in the UK market in 1996 and has...

PSS adds all terrain vehicles for harshest conditions

PSS Hire has added a new range of all terrain vehicles to its fleet offering in a bid to help utilities firms or their contractors complete...
UM325

‘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...

Triple focus for Worsley Plant

WORSLEY Plant will be back in their usual spot at ScotPlant 2018 with the firm's range of hydraulic attachments including crushing and screening buckets...

New Bobcat attachment makes the cut

BOBCAT has added to its forestry cutter attachment range with the launch of the FRC150ST for use on the firm's smaller skid-steer and compact...