Cat tech demonstrates time and efficiency gains in head-to-head challenge
FINNING has announced that the latest Cat technology has demonstrated time and efficiency benefits during a head-to-head challenge versus manual digging.
Two Cat 320 excavators...
Redeveloped MEWP operator course puts safety first
AN updated training course on Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP) has been launched to increase safety when working at height.
RTITB has introduced the amended course, which...
Kubota competition puts customers in the picture
KUBOTA has announced the return of its social media competition where fans can win a Virgin Experience Day worth £500 by posting pictures of...
Blackwood and Molson Young team up to highlight construction charity campaign
BLACKWOOD Plant Hire and Molson Young have teamed up to help raise awareness of mental health and wellbeing issues in the construction industry.
Blackwood's new...
Plant firms hail record year to date for tilt coupler sales
BOW Plant Sales and sister company Arrow Plant and Tool Hire have enjoyed a record number of sales this year to date of Hill...
Dragon Equipment launches diesel hybrid crusher on first day of PlantWorx 2025
DRAGON Equipment has officially launched its new CR550 Diesel Hybrid Crusher on the first day of PlantWorx 2025.
Weighing just under 2,800kg and measuring 1,300mm...
Red Knight 6 takes on sole UK distributorship of Rubble Master products
RED Knight 6 (RK6) has been installed as sole UK distributor for Rubble Master, manufacturers of impact crushers and scalping and sizing screens.
Rubble Master...
Major contractor hails refuelling ‘simplicity’ as JCB hydrogen Loadall is put to the test
BAM Construction has hailed the 'simplicity' of the refuelling process of JCB’s hydrogen powered Loadall telehandler after testing the machine on a Midlands regeneration...
JCB unveils electric Dumpster machine
JCB has introduced an electric version of its HTD-5 Dumpster tracked carrier.
The manufacturer explained that the HTD-5e E-Dumpster is offered as a high-tip, walk-behind...
April date confirmed for Hire Awards of Excellence 2023
THE Hire Association Europe Event Hire Association (HAE EHA) annual Hire Awards of Excellence will take place on Saturday April 22 at Grosvenor House,...
Morris Leslie on the up
MORRIS Leslie Plant Hire (MLPH) has invested in 175 new Kubota mini-excavators in the last year to help support major plans to expand operations.
The...
ScotPlant 2022 countdown: all systems go for Terex
TEREX Washing Systems will arrive at ScotPlant 2022 with a line-up which is expected to include a test filter press, a bucket wheel, and...
Top UK and Ireland Cat operators set for Malaga
FINNING UK & Ireland has named the three Operator Challenge 2019 finalists set to compete in European regional heats in Malaga.
The UK & Ireland...
Piletec adds two new piling hammers to hire fleet
PILETEC has launched two new piling attachments designed to save civils contractors time and money.
The new hire products are an ICE side-grip hammer by...
Finalists announced for Hire Awards of Excellence 2021
HIRE Association Europe and Event Hire Association (HAE EHA) has announced the finalists for this year's Hire Awards of Excellence 2021 following a 'bumper'...
FLTA appoints new chief executive
THE Fork Lift Truck Association (FLTA) has appointed Tim Waples as its new chief executive at a crucial time for the industry.
He will join...
Scottish construction sector gets green light to begin restart plan
NICOLA Sturgeon has confirmed that Scotland's construction industry can begin phase one of its restart plan on May 29.
Speaking today (May 28), Scotland's first...
Multi-discipline contractor places major JCB 370X order
A multi-disciplined contractor has invested in a fleet of seven new JCB 370X excavators – among the first of the manufacturer's latest X Series...
Hitachi Construction Machinery UK celebrates 20 years at HQ
HITACHI Construction Machinery UK is marking 20 years since moving to its current Hebburn HQ.
The business relocated from Bridgewater in 2004 as HM Plant,...
Fatal fall from height leads to ladder warning
THE Ladder Association has reminded companies of the importance of training when working at heights following the tragic death of a roofing contractor.
Alan Beutner...
Crieff civils contractor buys world’s first Hyundai HX145A LCR HW
CRIEFF-based civils specialist MAM Contracting has bought the world’s first Hyundai HX145A LCR HW (High Walker) model.
The High Walker variant of the new HX145A...
Powering on: JCB’s engine business marks 20th anniversary
JCB’s engine business has marked its 20th birthday with a celebration to thank employees for their vital role in its continuing success.
Since 2004, JCB...
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...
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...
Construction forecast tool tipped to support industry investment and jobs
A new online tool has been launched, designed to give the Scottish construction industry greater clarity of future public sector projects.
The Construction Pipeline Forecast Tool...
SANY signs up for Scottish Plant Operator Challenge
SANY has confirmed its line-up for the Scottish Plant Operator Challenge as well as sponsorship of the Lifting Challenge.
Visitors to the event, taking place...
Mouse Valley Plant ramps up investment plans
MOUSE Valley Plant has embarked on an ambitious five-year growth strategy with plans to significantly expand the hire fleet to 350 machines.
The business, which...
Manitou unveils new loading docks
MANITOU Group has unveiled new loading docks and a new facility dedicated to final inspection of its machines produced in Ancenis, France.
The investment...
Start-up rental firm invests in new material lifts
A start-up low access and material lifting rental specialist has invested in new ToughLift material lifts supplied by Access Platform Sales.
Prime Hire Solutions has...
Selwood spends £2million on Hyundai excavators
NATIONAL plant and pump, hire and sales company Selwood has invested £2million with Hyundai since the beginning of the year on excavators to enhance its...
