Cat expands attachment range for backhoes and mini-diggers
CATERPILLAR has announced a range of new attachments for backhoe loaders and mini-excavators.
The new models span the range of demolition and sorting grapples, multi-purpose...
Case launches next generation SiteWatch telematics platform
CASE Construction Equipment has announced the launch of the next generation of its SiteWatch telematics platform.
The system features a new dashboard, 'more intuitive' navigation and...
CPA to host new gala dinner for hire industry
THE Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has announced a new event for the sector in the form of the CPA Gala Dinner 2025.
The black-tie event...
Largest ever order placed for JCB Pothole Pro
DAWSONGROUP has placed a massive order for 50 JCB Pothole Pros, following an 'urgent' need from councils for the machines.
The firm already had 11...
Outriggers confirms raft of new products
OUTRIGGERPADS has announced it is expanding its range of spreader plates for cranes, powered access and mobile plant.
Designed for the heavier end of the...
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...
Network Rail design contest looks to protect maintenance and construction personnel
NETWORK Rail has launched a design contest to create a real-time monitoring system that will help protect maintenance and construction personnel working trackside.
The public...
Wind turbine challenges to be addressed
THE fifth World Crane & Transport Summit will discuss the technical challenges and future trends in wind turbine construction.
Participants in the wind turbine panels will be Norbert...
New Hitachi diggers deliver fuel and performance gains
HITACHI Construction Machinery (Europe) (HCME) launched a new Zaxis-7 model with clamshell telescopic arm at the recent bauma exhibition.
The ZX350LC-7 is available with 30m...
Departure from the norm helps breathe new life into trade body
Outgoing Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) president Callum Mackintosh reflects on his term in office and explains why the journey both challenged and exceeded...
Construction bosses urged to invest in employee wellbeing
A new poll has claimed that construction employers are offering ‘some of the lowest’ levels of mental health and wellbeing support to staff across...
Introducing the 36th president of the Scottish Plant Owners Association
Recently elected Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) president David Jarvie has set out the main priorities for his two-year tenure – with addressing skills...
Webinars aimed at helping businesses through Covid-19 pandemic to be hosted
A series of webinars are set to be hosted to help brief businesses on how best to handle the Covid-19 (coronavirus) pandemic
Kobelco machine scoops top demolition award
KOBELCO is celebrating after its ultra-high reach SK1300DLC demolition excavator won a major accolade at the World Demolition Summit 2022.
The model triumphed in the...
Plant operators rise to Scotland’s peatland challenge
SCOTLAND’S plant operators have been praised for their role in the ongoing initiative to restore the nation’s degraded peatlands – with calls going out...
Collins Earthworks marks landmark year with X Series investment
COLLINS Earthworks is investing in the firm's first ever fleet of JCB X Series excavators.
Supplied by TC Harrison JCB, the haul includes eight 220X...
Mecalac’s electric ambitions go with a swing
MECALAC is adding to its electric equipment offering with the launch of its new eS1000 swing loader.
The manufacturer has developed a range of 100%...
Hitachi CME plans to close production in Oosterhout
HITACHI Construction Machinery Europe (HCME) has announced its intention to concentrate customised production in its Amsterdam factory.
115 jobs may be lost next year as...
Online shopping made easy with Case Construction
A new online tool from Case Construction Equipment allows customers to configure their own machines with just a few simple clicks.
Providing detailed information and...
Diamond days for Liebherr at ScotPlant 2024
LIEBHERR will arrive at ScotPlant in celebratory mood as it continues to mark its 75th anniversary, bringing with it a line-up that will showcase...
Quarrying achievements recognised by IQ international presidents
THE winner and runners up of the 2021 Caernarfon Award have been revealed by the Institute of Quarrying (IQ).
Since 1989, the international honour has...
Hitachi launches new UK apprenticeship scheme
HITACHI Construction Machinery UK (HCMUK) has launched its new apprenticeship scheme.
The first intake will consist of five apprentices, who will be based at the...
TIMBER… Hyundai chosen for tree clearance tasks
Drew Graham invests in three machines for forest contracts
DREW Graham Contracting recently bought three Hyundai R210LC-9 excavators to aid their work in forests...
Welfare unit specialist teams up with industry charity on new initiative
WELFARE manufacturer Boss Cabins has teamed up with the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity for a new initiative to promote awareness of the support the...
Kubota Construction appoints new dealer manager in Scotland and Ireland
KEVIN Pryce has been appointed dealer manager for Kubota Construction in Scotland and Ireland.
He joined the business in 2016 and takes over the role...
First Cat 311F LRR in Europe purchased
CONSTRUCTION services company and groundworks specialist, Carey London Limited, has expanded its fleet with 17 new Cat machines from Finning, including Europe’s first two Cat 311F...
Atlas Copco’s Mark Ranger takes on BCAS VP role
THE British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) has appointed Mark Ranger as its new vice president.
Mark, who is business line manager oil-free air at Atlas...
Merlo investment helps Scots firm grapple with tree management challenges
AN investment in a new Merlo telehander by a Lanarkshire-based tree management and weed control specialist has made the removal of diseased and dying...
Atlas Copco appoints president of portable power and flow division
ATLAS Copco has appointed Marco Gravina as president of portable power and flow division in the power technique business area.
He has held the position...
Triple success for A-Plant at awards ceremony
A-PLANT is celebrating a hat-trick of accolades at the Hire Awards of Excellence 2018.
The firm was named Plant, Tool & Equipment Hire Company of...
