Electric eWorker proves ‘big advantage’ for construction business
A Ballymena construction firm has given the thumbs up to Merlo's fully electric eWorker 25.5 telehandler.
Operating machinery in confined spaces and adhering to customer...
Kobelco strikes the right balance on remote tasks on Scotland’s west coast
ANDERSON Construction, a contractor based on the west coast of Scotland with over a decade of experience in civil engineering and groundworks, has upgraded...
Perth event will offer advice on how to avoid plant and fuel theft
AN event aimed at tackling plant and fuel theft will take place in Perth this week, as 'shocking' new figures reveal the extent of...
“You definitely get what you pay for”
AN Aberdeenshire groundworks firm has paid tribute to the quality of Takeuchi excavators, which have helped the firm carry out a number of challenging...
APS strengthens senior team with internal promotions
ACCESS Platform Sales, the UK and Ireland distributor for Hinowa and LGMG, has announced the appointment of two new directors.
Internal sales manager Hannah Treggalles...
Bedrock of success: plant opens new revenue streams for Glasgow firm
GLASGOW-based Bedrock Plant is reportedly processing 1,000 tonnes per day after investing in a new CDE plant.
The business, which was founded in 2022, originally...
Blue Group on par with new sponsorship deal
BLUE Group has signed a three-year deal to sponsor the Highland Golf Links annual Pro-Am event.
Held at three of Scotland's top courses - Castle Stuart Golf...
Equipment manufacturer makes RNLI donation
MCCLOSKEY Equipment has made a £500 donation to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) following a competition on its Facebook page.
On Friday 11 December...
Hydrogen workshop explores barriers and opportunities for hydrogen-powered machinery
THE CEA (Construction Equipment Association), supported by JCB, has hosted a hydrogen workshop bringing together OEMs, regulators, and hydrogen specialists to explore the barriers...
Volvo trucks take ScotPlant by storm
VOLVO trucks showcased vehicles from their new Euro-6 range at Scotplant, alongside sister company, Volvo Construction Equipment.
Five trucks in total were on the stand,...
New guidance published for cranes operating near railways
THE Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has released new guidance for cranes operating near live rail environments.
The 58-page publication - entitled ‘Requirements for Lifting Equipment...
Dragon Equipment adds to crusher portfolio
DRAGON Equipment is launching the CR450 Diesel Crusher at the Executive Hire Show this week.
Designed and built at the firm's production facility in Suffolk,...
Group calls for HS2 to be extended to Scotland
A high speed rail group has urged UK officials to include Scotland in the HS2 route, following a report on the potential benefits.
The High-Speed Rail...
Safety Shield Global appoints ex-Balfour Beatty director as chief operating officer
SAFETY Shield Global, which develops AI-powered solutions designed to reduce People Plant Interface (PPI) risks, has appointed Sean Scarah as its new chief operating...
Getting ready for the event of 2014
AS the country's construction industry enjoys its fastest upturn in business since before the recession, bookings so far recorded for the ScotPlant 2014 exhibition...
New president appointed of Kubota Holdings Europe
SHINGO Hanada will become president of Kubota Holdings Europe B.V. and Kverneland AS from 1 January, 2021.
He will succeed Kazunari Shimokawa, who is set to...
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...
JCB students in poignant poppy tribute
JCB Academy students have paid a poignant tribute to those who died in the two world wars.
The youngsters have been researching the heroic exploits...
Civils business shows support for sector’s recovery with multi-million pound Kubota order
A family civil engineering business has splashed out on a fleet of Kubota machines as the construction sector's recovery from the Covid-19 lockdown period...
Falkirk hire specialist says YES to SANY mini diggers
FALKIRK-based Your Equipment Solutions (YES) has snapped up a fleet of new SANY mini excavators following a period of increased demand.
The tool and plant...
Yanmar dealer expands territory following ‘impressive’ 12 months
YANMAR has announced that Ben Burgess has expanded its territory across the East Midlands following a successful year as part of the Yanmar Compact...
Equipment giant plans to grow dealer network in Scotland
MACHINERY specialist Sunward has its sights set on further growth in the UK market and is looking to strengthen its dealer network in Scotland.
The...
New logistics centre boosts Manitou’s growth plans in India
MANITOU Group has inaugurated a new spare parts logistics centre in Greater Noida, India.
The facility is said to meet the group's ambitions to develop...
Terex MP acquires smart robotic recycling specialist
TEREX Materials Processing (MP) has bought the assets of ZenRobotics Ltd, a company that designs and creates robots that pick, sort, and recycle waste...
Claymore takes on Sunward dealership in Scotland
CLAYMORE Plant Sales has become the official Scottish dealer for Sunward Excavators.
The business, which is based in Wishaw, North Lanarkshire, expects the machines to...
Back to basics: record-breaking Hillhead shows there’s no substitute for live events
A record number of exhibitors showed off their latest products and innovations as large crowds enjoyed a sun-kissed Hillhead 2022.
Around 600 exhibitors and thousands...
The Attachment Company joins Komatsu utility dealer network
MARUBENI-Komatsu Ltd has appointed The Attachment Company as a utility dealer for the Lothians and Borders areas.
Covering all EH and TD postcode areas, plus...
New study to explore worker fatigue within construction sector
THE Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) has launched a new survey to explore the issue of worker fatigue within the industry.
CCS said worker fatigue is...
Sign of the Times as Develon brings in the New Year in New York
A promotional video for Develon appeared on the New York Times Square electronic display at the end of the countdown to bring in 2024.
The...
CEA calls for growth and investment to be key themes in Autumn Budget
THE Construction Equipment Association (CEA) has called for growth and investment to be at the heart of the upcoming Autumn Budget.
The organisation was responding...
