We’ll drink to that
A fleet of Liebherr machines have been proving their worth on a challenging Scottish Water project.
Scottish Water has started work on a 13-mile-long strategic water...
Line in the sand: CDE plant gives rise to increased production
A new CDE wet processing plant has reportedly helped to double production at D’Arcy Sands’ Wexford site.
Bobcat looks to ‘think bigger’ with unveiling of two new concept machines
BOBCAT has launched two new concept machines at CONEXPO 2023.
Following the 2022 release of the Bobcat T7X, hailed as the world’s first all-electric compact...
Molson grapples with Rotobec dealership
Molson Group has extended its product portfolio after being appointed a UK distributor by grapple and attachment specialist Rotobec
Technology helps Mecalac gear up for efficiencies
MECALAC has announced that, from this month, Powershift transmission capability will be available as an added extra for its TLB870 backhoe loader.
The technology, when paired...
Merlo embraces modular concept
Telehandler specialist Merlo has introduced the new evolution of its ROTO range of rotating turret machines, created with the new modular concept.
Homework pays off for Lemac
SINCE the firm was formed over 25 years ago through one of the founding directors, Noel McCann, the "Bucket Man", Lemac Engineering UK has...
Case launches new 421G wheel loader
CASE Construction Equipment has announced it is filling the gap between its compact and medium-size wheel loaders with the launch of the 421G.
Boasting an...
Atlas Copco launches ECO Calculator for ‘efficient sizing’ of equipment
ATLAS Copco has unveiled the ECO Calculator, an upgraded power and light sizing calculator version of the earlier Light the Power calculator.
The online tool...
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...
EVO generation machines hit marketplace
Bobcat has launched the new EVO generation of Stage IIIB/Tier 4 interim rotary telescopic handlers, which the firm says is providing a step forward...
New Cat dozer aims to bring efficiency gains
CATERPILLAR has unveiled the new D10 dozer, featuring a stator clutch torque converter and load-sensing hydraulics.
The new design is said to be up to...
Liebherr’s first telescopic wheel loader unveiled
LIEBHERR has introduced the L 509 Tele, a telescopic wheel loader which combines the lift height and reach of a regular telescopic loader with...
Kubota confirms new electrically-controlled diesel engine
KUBOTA Business Unit Engine Europe (BUEE) has announced plans to strengthen its engine line up with the development of a new electronic controlled diesel...
Every machine is ‘big and pretty bespoke’
SKENE Group’s long-standing relationship with Finlay Scotland has resulted in the purchase of four new machines in an order worth £2 million.
A J-1480 jaw...
Atlas Copco introduces modular hybrid power generators
ATLAS Copco has launched its EPH series of modular hybrid power generators.
Designed as an alternative to traditional diesel units, these intelligent systems are said...
‘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...
CASE unveils new wheeled excavator range
CASE has confirmed the launch of a four-model E-Series wheeled excavator range.
The machines will be built under an existing supply agreement with Hyundai Construction...
Skips reloaded
WASTE handling systems developer Boughton Engineering has announced what it describes as “a completely new range of skip loaders”, to be known generically as...
Sand and deliver
SANDVIK'S mobile crushing and screening division will use ScotPlant to showcase standout models from the range, with the QJ341 jaw crusher and QH331 cone...
A towering triumph: Comansa unveils new 21CM750
COMANSA has introduced the new 21CM750 flat top crane, the largest model to be manufactured at its plant in Hangzhou, China.
Available in two versions...
Mecalac launches new site dumpers at VIP event
MECALAC Construction Equipment UK recently launched new site dumper models at an event at its Warwickshire demo ground.
The 3.5MDX cabbed site dumper made its...
Develon unveils updated electric-powered mini
DEVELON has announced the launch of an updated electric-powered mini-excavator.
The DX20ZE-7 is the first mass-produced electric-powered excavator manufactured by the firm. The two-tonne digger...
Hitachi launches largest Zaxis-7 wheeled excavator to date
HITACHI has taken the wraps off the largest model in its new Zaxis-7 wheeled excavator range.
The ZX220W-7 Stage V-compliant machine boasts a 'unique and...
Big names out in force for Hillhead 2018
THE biggest names in the UK plant industry will shortly be making tracks for Tarmac’s quarry near Buxton when Hillhead 2018 gets underway.
The exhibition,...
Manitou lays out future VISION
MANITOU Group is introducing new compact fixed and ultra-compact telehandlers, as well as overhauling and extending its range of rotating telehandlers.
To bring ‘clarity’...
AI cameras tipped to ‘revolutionise’ safety for fleet operators
BRIGADE Electronics has announced the launch of AI Intelligent Detection Cameras to the UK market.
The cameras utilise artificial intelligence to recognise humans within a...
Wacker Neuson starts skid steer loader production in the US
THE Wacker Neuson Group is building a production line for skid steer and compact track loaders at its US facility in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. The...
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’...
Finlay launches new TR-80 Radial Conveyor
FINLAY has launched the new TR-80 Radial Conveyor, which can be integrated into static operations or as part of a mobile crushing and screening...




































