Blue Group goes to the wire with new distribution deal
Blue Group has announced an exclusive distribution agreement with Major Wire, Canadian-based manufacturers of high vibration wire screen media.
Major Wire, which was founded in 1884, manufactures screens...
New trailer steps up to the plate
A Paisley-based haulage contractor has extended its long-running relationship with Andover Trailers by snapping up a new tri-axle step frame model.
Family-run Truck Plant Services has been...
High expectations for L90H loading shovel
A 12 tonne loading shovel, which was ordered at last year's ScotPlant exhibition, has been proving its worth at a composting site outside Edinburgh.
Recycling...
New compact excavator is “just right” for Bankfoot contractor
SMOOTH controls, machine stability and quality of build were cited as the main reasons behind Bonthrone Building & Groundworks Contractors' decision to buy a new...
Employer views sought over 2018 Levy proposal
THE Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has launched what the organisation described as its biggest ever consultation over the 2018 Levy proposal.
Thousands of employers of...
Huge telehandler order expands Nixon’s reach
JCB is celebrating an order worth almost £9 million for the sale of more than 160 Loadall telehandlers to Nixon Hire.
The new fleet spans the...
V for Victory for GAP
GAP Event Services, a division of equipment hirer GAP Hire Solutions, has landed a Festival Supplier Award for the firm's work at last summer’s V...
New machine is cleared for action
MW Groundworks of Tarbrax, South Lanarkshire, has added a new Volvo EC140E to its fleet and has already deployed it to a large clearance...
Case names new business director
LEIGH Harris has been named as Case Construction Equipment's new business director for the UK and Ireland.
He replaces Scott Freeman, who recently stepped down...
Eagle makes flying start to 2017
Eagle Plant Hire has started 2017 on a high, placing orders for 21 new Kubota mini-excavators from Young Plant Sales and 12 new rammers from Murray...
Skye’s the limit for Volvo compact
A long-established Skye-based firm has splashed out on a new Volvo ECR88D reduced swing compact excavator to help with the delivery of larger scale...
New telehandler range gives Bobcat customers a lift
BOBCAT has unveiled a new range of rigid frame telehandlers for the construction and rental sectors with maximum lifting capacities between 2.6 and 4.1...
A&Y set for double debut
A&Y Equipment will use next month's Executive Hire Show to launch two new models into the UK market - the Yanmar ViO12 zero tail swing...
Plantworx organisers reveal new event feature
ORGANISERS of this year's Plantworx exhibition have revealed a new feature for the show, called 'The Hub', which is an area dedicated to celebrating...
Matpro and CRJ Services team up to offer enhanced service
Matpro Machinery and CRJ Services have agreed a merger which they say will result in the firms being able to offer an "unparalleled" service to...
Engcon sets sights on North American market
Engcon is targeting the North American market with the launch of a new company starting in the New York tri-state area.
The Swedish-based tiltrotator manufacturer...
Jarvie targets expansion both north and south of the border
JARVIE Plant has set its sights on further expansion in 2017 with the Grangemouth-based hire firm poised to open its first depot in England...
Terex team transforms old dump truck
A group of young apprentices are taking on the mammoth task of transforming a 43-year-old Terex Truck hauler back to its former glory.
Once the...
JCB Power Products takes the cake with recent milestones
JCB Power Products recently celebrated two special anniversaries and marked the occasion with a themed cake for its workforce.
The company celebrated 10 years since...
Capitol gains for JCB Loadall
A JCB Loadall has played a crucial role in the Christmas celebrations at Capitol Hill in Washington.
A JCB 507-42 Loadall telehandler helped with the installation...
Enouragement culture drives Worsley success
"YOU'LL sell a lot more by listening than you will by talking."
So says Sean Heron, founder and managing director of Worsley Plant.
The Cheshire-headquartered attachment...
QCE to expand in UK
SWEDISH-headquartered plant equipment supplier, Quality Construction Equipment (QCE), is set to expand its reach in the UK.
The firm, which specialises in SMP products...
Rototilt takes “next step” in UK
ROTOTILT has launched a direct company division in the UK to serve the growing tiltrotator market.
The Scandinavian-based manufacturer said the firm's products have been...
Bunton takes control with new range of machines
BRADFORD-based plant hire firm, R Bunton Ltd, recently became the Northern UK dealer for Turkish manufacturer, Hidromek.
Hidromek offers a range of backhoe loaders, wheeled...
We’ll drink to that
A fleet of Liebherr machines have been proving their worth on a challenging Scottish Water project.
Scottish Water has started work on a 13-mile-long strategic water...
Winter theft warning for plant firms
PLANT firms are being urged to increase security to protect equipment during the dark winter months.
Construction plant tracking specialist AMI Group claims plant machinery is...
Hyundai Heavy Industries Europe names new MD
ALAIN Worp has been promoted to the role of managing director of Hyundai Heavy Industries Europe.
Mr Worp has been with Hyundai for 13 years and has held...
Wheeled machine set to “plug specific gap” in hire market
AN Inverness firm has has taken delivery of the first two Volvo EW60E compact wheeled excavators to be sold in Britain.
Supplied by CS Machinery...
Glasgow firm takes top safety award
GLASGOW-headquartered GAP Group has been named Scotland’s Top Road Safety Operator of the Year at the annual Transport News Scottish Rewards ceremony.
Group transport manager Willie...
Miller UK strengthens global reach
MILLER UK has announced a strengthening of its Middle East presence with Oman Hitachi dealer, Al Fairuz, using the firm's products across its fleet.
Miller described Al...
