MDS launches heavy-duty scalping screen that aims to ‘set new benchmark’
MDS has unveiled the M300, a heavy-duty scalping screen designed to meet the 'most demanding' applications.
Representing a major shift for MDS, which historically has...
New HQ gives The Attachment Company room to grow
THE Attachment Company founder William Forrest and marketing director Laura McKechnie have reflected on a whirlwind 12 months in which they have relocated the...
Demolition business runs new mobile jaw crusher on HVO
DEMOLITION specialist Rye Group has invested in a Sandvik QJ241 mobile jaw crusher and is operating it with HVO rather than diesel.
Rye Group has...
22,500 new construction jobs required in Scotland by 2028 to help meet net zero...
NEW research has revealed that 22,500 new construction roles will require to be created in Scotland by 2028 to help meet the Scottish Government's...
CPA appoints decarbonisation and sustainability manager
THE Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has announced the appointment of Luis Bassett to the newly created role of decarbonisation and sustainability manager.
Luis joins from...
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...
New SANY telehandler set for Black Isle Show outing
SANY UK has revealed it will be showcasing the new STH1840 telehandler at the upcoming Black Isle Show.
The model boasts enhanced safety features, a...
New research highlights HVO performance and environmental benefits
FINNING UK & Ireland has highlighted new findings from a technical study on HVO undertaken by Caterpillar, which showcases both environmental and performance benefits.
A...
HD Hyundai vows to ‘go large’ at Hillhead 2024
HD Hyundai has announced plans to launch its biggest Stage V crawler excavators to date at this year's Hillhead show.
The 80-tonne HX800A L and...
Volvo unveils ‘next generation’ of excavator in Las Vegas
VOLVO Construction Equipment is showcasing a prototype of its new EC500 crawler excavator at CONEXPO 2023 in Las Vegas.
The model is described as heralding...
Komatsu advances electric excavator ambitions
KOMATSU has signed a collaboration agreement with Proterra for the supply of Proterra’s battery systems with the aim of having Komatsu electrify its small...
Scottish crane hirer buys largest Liebherr to date
STODDART Crane Hire has snapped up the company's largest Liebherr machine to date in the form of a new 230t LTM1230-5.1.
The north of Scotland-based...
Open days provide showcase for Beith waste recycling plant
MORE than 150 guests from across the UK and Ireland attended a recent open day event at Malcolm Group’s Loanhead Quarry site in Beith,...
Another local authority invests in ‘game-changer’ road repair machine
JCB has announced that Coventry City Council has become the latest local authority to invest in one of the manufacturer's PotholePro road repair machines.
The...
ScotPlant 2024 in pictures – Part Three
PART Three of ScotPlant 2024 in pictures features more sensational images from the biggest weekend of the year for Scotland’s construction equipment industry.
Today’s gallery...
Report shows 23% rise in demand for construction charity’s services
THE Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity has published its 2022 Impact Report, which revealed the organisation delivered an unprecedented £3,322,739 of charitable services during the...
New mini-excavator helps groundworks contractor to extend its reach
WOOLLISCROFT Groundworks has added one of the first CASE CX18D mini-excavators in the UK to its fleet.
The Worcestershire-based contractor offers a range of building...
JCB golf course to welcome return of sporting legends
JCB has announced that a tour event is set to return to the firm's golf club following the success of the inaugural competition last...
Hydraulic pile croppers set to generate attention at ScotPlant 2024
CONTINUING growth, the opening of a dedicated Scottish office, expansion internationally, and the increasing use of its pile croppers on major infrastructure and housing...
Volvo continues to drive innovation despite net sales dip
VOLVO CE is reporting a dip in net sales for Q2, driven by the downturn in the industry, while still delivering on its transformation...
EvoQuip adds to compact jaw crushing portfolio
COMPACT crushing and screening equipment manufacturer EvoQuip has expanded its compact jaw crushing range with the launch of the Bison 220 and 220R models.
The...
First minister to open Vintage Working Plant event and Scottish Plant Operator Challenge
SCOTLAND's first minister and MSP for Perthshire North, John Swinney, will officially open this year's Vintage Working Plant and Tractor Weekend and the Scottish...
Firm fined £160,000 following telehandler death in Glasgow
A construction firm has been fined £160,000 by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) after a man was killed by a telehandler at a...
Blue Group appoints new finance chief
SUSAN Shardlow has been appointed chief financial officer at Blue Group.
Susan has previously worked in a number of senior roles within the constructions sector...
GAP celebrates Scottish Apprenticeship Week
GAP Hire Solutions is reinforcing its commitment to its award-winning apprenticeship programme during Scottish Apprenticeship Week by meeting current and future apprentices across the...
Bobcat launches new portable generators
BOBCAT has announced the launch of its new PG40 and PG50 portable generators.
Powered by Stage V D24 engines and Stamford alternators, the models replace...
Nominations sought for expanded Stars of the Future awards
NOMINATIONS are being sought for the expanded Construction Plant-hire Association’s (CPA) Stars of the Future 2020 awards scheme.
Stars of the Future celebrates the achievements of...
JCB chairman urges industry to embrace ‘unique opportunity’ to shape net zero ambitions
JCB has urged industry leaders to support the UK Government’s call for evidence on how non-road mobile machinery (NRMM) might be powered in the...
Liebherr luffing jib cranes are helping to complete Sagrada Família
LIEBHERR luffing jib cranes have been working on the final phase of the iconic Sagrada Família construction project in Barcelona.
The 710 HC-L and 125...
JCB launches electric site dumper
JCB has unveiled its first electric site dumper with the one tonne high-tip model powered by lithium-ion battery technology.
Described as being designed to work...
