Wacker Neuson launches trio of new mini-excavators
WACKER Neuson is introducing three new mini-excavator models. The ET18, ET20, and ET25 machines represent a redesigned generation of products in the 2-ton class.
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Atlas Copco launches two-tool compressor
ATLAS Copco has revealed that its new XAS 58 air compressor helps operators benefit from the powering of two hand tools from a single...
Nixon Hire to highlight modular building capabilities at ScotPlant 2026
NIXON Hire will be using ScotPlant 2026 as the perfect platform to launch modular building capabilities from its new Dundee depot - a first...
Engcon invests in head office expansion
ENGCON has announced a significant expansion at is head office in Strömsund, Sweden.
The tiltrotator specialist has had a new two-storey office building created, covering...
Tartan-branded loading shovel to raise money for MND research at ScotPlant 2026
GORDONS Construction Equipment will have a Develon DL320-7 loading shovel wrapped in the late rugby legend Doddie Weir's tartan on the company's stand at...
Doosan marks 200,000 excavators milestone in China
DOOSAN Infracore has revealed the business has surpassed the 200,000 unit mark in the production of excavators in China.
Doosan's Chinese subsidiary, DICC (Doosan Infracore...
Exhibitors hail ‘iconic’ ScotPlant as stunning event draws to a close
ScotPlant 2026 is in the books following another spectacular instalment of the long-running exhibition.
Huge crowds took the opportunity to discover the innovations shaping the...
CITB proposes to keep levy rates at pre-Covid levels
THE Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) is proposing to keep rates at pre-Covid levels as it launches a new consultation into its funding proposals.
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Xwatch strengthens training team with two promotions
XWATCH Safety Solutions has promoted two of its installation engineers as the business strengthens its training capability.
Adam Guilfoyle has been appointed senior product support...
Malcolm adds to excavator fleet
THE Malcolm Group has snapped up six new Volvo excavators as part of the firm's annual fleet renewal programme.
The machines - ranging from 22...
Site protection specialist to launch ‘industry-first’ ten-year warranty
SITE protection specialist Zappshelter has announced an 'unprecedented' ten-year all-inclusive warranty across its entire range of industrial shelter systems.
Due to come into effect from June,...
October 2022 date for bauma exhibition
BAUMA has been postponed until October 2022 due to uncertainty surrounding international travel in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic.
The Munich-based construction machinery exhibition...
Nationwide Platforms engineering manager aims to ‘Strike Out Stigma’ this Diabetes Week
AN engineering manager at powered access specialist Nationwide Platforms is marking Diabetes Week by proving that the condition needn't be an obstacle to success...
New guide advises on ‘complexity’ of professional indemnity insurance
THE Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum has published a new guide on the issue of professional indemnity insurance (PII).
The downloadable document outlines the current...
Agreement between LSBUD and UK Government signals safe digging collaboration
A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed by LSBUD and the UK Government's department for science, innovation, and technology (DSIT), paving the way for...
GAP to digitalise depot workshop operations
GAP Group has announced a partnership with Spartan Solutions to digitise operations across all ten of its divisions.
The use of Spartan’s PHALANX mobile solution...
Human factors hold the key to site safety
UNDERSTANDING interactions surrounding site banter could help measure human performance and contribute to a reduction in construction accidents, an expert in human factors and...
Future technologies to be showcased at new event
THE Construction Equipment Association (CEA) has teamed up with The Supply Chain Sustainability School to deliver a new future technology event called Futureworx.
The CEA,...
Rokbak enjoys early success in North American market following rebranding
ROKBAK has hailed a 'strong' sales start in North America following the firm's recent rebranding from Terex Trucks, revealing that orders for the RA30...
New dealers aim to make Rototilt the ‘brand of choice’
ROTOTILT’S expansion plans in Scotland have gathered pace with the appointment of two new dealers.
Dumfries and Galloway-based Solway Machinery Sales and Crowmec, located in...
Liebherr Rental invests £20 million in expanding fleet
LIEBHERR GB has announced it is expanding its Rental operation in anticipation of a busy year ahead.
An order is on the books for delivery...
Airdrie training business is helping to build brighter futures
AN Airdrie-based construction training provider has won a prestigious business award and taken on an additional trainer and two new admin staff following a...
ScotPlant 2022 countdown: new models galore for Takeuchi
TAKEUCHI has vowed to have a stand ‘packed full of new models’ on display at ScotPlant 2022.
Since the last exhibition four years ago, the...
Tailored plans key to helping customers meet net zero goals
VOLVO Construction Equipment has announced it is making it easier for customers to reduce their carbon footprint via personalised plans.
The manufacturer revealed it has...
ScotPlant 2022 countdown: Balgownie to debut latest Doosan models
BALGOWNIE is poised to debut several new Doosan products at ScotPlant 2022 including the new 21-tonne DX210LC-7 crawler excavator.
The Inverurie-based firm will also give...
Bobcat extends R2-Series range with eight-tonne offering
BOBCAT has expanded its R2-Series mini-excavator portfolio with the launch of the new E88 eight-tonne Stage V compliant model.
The machine replaces the E85 M-Series...
Steelwrist launches new tiltrotator for smaller excavators
STEELWRIST is introducing the new X02 tiltrotator, described as suitable for 1.5-2.5t excavators.
The product will be shown for the first time at the Swedish...
Speedy announces early careers rollout
SPEEDY has announced it is investing in over 100 early careers trainees across the UK to help boost its skills base and the industry's...
New Falcon set to swoop on Hillhead 2022
EVOQUIP has announced plans to display a new Falcon 820 screen at Hillhead 2022.
The manufacturer has confirmed it will also be running live working...
Speedy confirms new chief executive appointment
SPEEDY has confirmed the appointment of Dan Evans as its new chief executive following the announcement of Russell Down’s retirement.
Evans, who has worked in...
