Latest Takeuchi diggers set for Plantworx showcase
VISITORS to the Takeuchi stand at Plantworx 2023 will get a first look at the manufacturer's new fully electric TB20e mini-digger and TB395W wheeled...
Merlo poised to debut new dumper range
MERLO UK is adding the new DM dumper range to its portfolio, described as re-opening a 'nostalgic era'. Merlo Group first introduced a DM...
CDE female engineers help to break down barriers
AHEAD of International Women in Engineering Day (June 23), CDE is highlighting the success of its own female workforce, from graduates to installation engineers.
The...
Powered access accident reports rise but fatality rate falls
NEW research from the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has highlighted a rise in the number of accident reports, but a welcome drop in...
Merlo Group appoints new president
PAOLO Merlo has been appointed president of Merlo Group.
The manufacturer described the move as 'marking a sign of continuity to the path undertaken at...
Terex Washing Systems and Blue Southern to showcase ‘future of washing’
TEREX Washing Systems and Blue Southern are teaming up on an event where attendees can discover the ‘Future of Washing’.
Taking place on Wednesday September...
CDE recycling plant turns yesterday’s waste into resource of the future
CDE has commissioned a waste recycling plant in Salford, Manchester, for NRE Aggregates, part of regeneration business Peel L&P.
NRE Aggregates operates the construction and...
Mabey Hire invests in green future with new additions to truck fleet
MABEY Hire has upgraded its fleet of commercial vehicles with four new Mercedes-Benz Actros trucks.
The move brings the temporary works specialist's fleet up to...
Terex Coalville and Molson Group nurture young talent through HITZ programme
TEREX Coalville, a manufacturing site belonging to Terex, recently teamed up with Molson Group to inspire the participants of the HITZ programme that supports...
JCB launches platinum editions to mark backhoe loader milestone
JCB is introducing a small number of platinum edition 3CX and 4CX backhoe loaders to mark 70 years of manufacturing the 'iconic' machine.
Company founder...
SPOA to take key role in bridge strike avoidance guidance
THE Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) has announced plans to spearhead the production of 'much needed' industry guidance on bridge strike avoidance in the...
Articulated hauler proves a hit in Tennessee
A Scottish-built Rokbak RA40 articulated hauler is tackling the tough terrain of a quarry in Cookville, the largest city of Putnam County, Tennessee.
The ADT...
Latest Liebherr innovations poised for Intermat showcase
LIEBHERR will present around 20 machines across three themed pavilions from various product segments at Intermat 2024 this year.
The line-up will include a R...
Dem-Master completes demolition of five Irvine high-rise flats
DEM-Master Demolition has successfully dismantled five high rise flats in Irvine on behalf of North Ayrshire Council.
The Bathgate-based firm used a Liebherr 984 Ultra...
SPOA dinner raises £5,000 for construction charity
THE Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) has revealed that £5,000 was raised for the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity at the trade body's recent annual...
Sunward adds to UK dealer network with double appointment
SUNWARD has added two dealers to its UK network in the form of Crowmec, based in Insch, Aberdeenshire, and Golf and Turf Equipment in...
Making an entrance: Hitachi back in prime spot at ScotPlant 2024
HITACHI Construction Machinery made a welcome return to ScotPlant two years ago with a prime spot in the event’s new entrance avenue – and...
Scottish hauler manufacturer looks to increase French connections
SCOTTISH articulated hauler manufacturer Rokbak has announced plans to take part in France's premier construction machinery roadshow Le Dig Tour for the first time...
Next government urged to consider ‘key priorities’ for hire sector
AHEAD of the General Election, the Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has urged the next UK Government to consider some key priorities to ensure the...
Powered access provider shows support for engineering apprenticeships
AHEAD of World Youth Skills Day on July 15, powered access provider Nationwide Platforms has revealed how it is plugging the skills gap with...
Liebherr to build new logistics centre to serve American market
LIEBHERR has acquired 480,000 sqm of land in Tupelo, Mississippi, to build a new logistics facility.
The business plans to invest in a new logistics...
Scottish firm bangs the Drum for new Kobelco
STRATHAVEN-based hire specialist Drumclog Plant has snapped up several new Kobelco excavators from Molson Young.
As well as specialising in wide track excavators, Drumclog has...
Plantforce appoints new commercial director
HEAVY plant hire and equipment specialist Plantforce has appointed Chris Matthew as the company’s new commercial director.
He joins recently appointed CEO Sam Mercer in the...
Merlo expands construction dealer network
MERLO has expanded its construction dealer network with the appointment of Dunrave Plant Services.
Located four miles from the M4 corridor in the valley of...
JCB adds to X-Series portfolio with reduced tailswing model
JCB has expanded its X Series crawler excavator portfolio with the launch of the 145XR - a second reduced tailswing model.
The machine builds on...
SPOA warns of ‘catastrophic decline’ for plant sector following UK budget measures
THE Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) fears the measures announced in the recent UK budget will trigger a 'catastrophic decline' in the plant hire...
Hitachi haul for Houlihan
GROUNDWORKS and civils firm Houlihan has purchased a range of Hitachi tracked excavators, including one ZX210LC-7 and four ZX130LCN-7s.
The Sunbury on Thames-based company's haul...
Double award success for tiltrotator manufacturer
TILTROTATOR manufacturer Versaffix is celebrating a double triumph at the Machinery Movers Awards 2024.
The firm picked up the Engineering and Manufacturing Award, while founder...
Government minister gets close look at JCB’s Pothole Pro solution
JCB has marked National Pothole Day by showcasing its Pothole Pro innovation to Lilian Greenwood MP, the UK Government's future of roads minister.
The machine...
Raymond Brown orders coming thick and fast
THE Raymond Brown Group has yet again turned to Bell Equipment after purchasing further Bell articulated dump trucks and wheeled loaders to add to...
