Upgraded machinery at NCC Inchinnan a ‘game-changer’ for plant apprentices
A collaboration between the Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA), Scot JCB and CITB has resulted in the upgrade of machinery used for the Plant...
National hirer takes delivery of landmark 400th scissor lift
HSS Hire has placed an order for an additional 100 Sinoboom electric 1932ME scissor lifts.
Bought from GB distributor Pinnacle Platforms, the order is described...
Hilti GB joins UK Green Building Council
HILTI Great Britain has joined the UK Green Building Council (UKGBC), following a focus on sustainability across the business which sees it aim for...
Steelwrist appoints new UK country manager
JOE Westman has been appointed Steelwrist country manager in the UK.
He joined the tiltrotator manufacturer in 2017 and has held roles including support technician...
Komatsu machinery to help with earthquake relief efforts
KOMATSU is providing equipment to help Turkey and Syria following the devastating recent earthquake.
In cooperation with local distributor Marubeni Da ğıtım ve Servis A.Ş....
New dealership means ‘exciting’ times ahead for Worsley Plant
WORSLEY Plant has become an official UK dealer for OilQuick, offering the firm’s fully automatic quick coupler system that allows hydraulic attachments to be...
How temporary accommodation can make sites more sustainable
Benjamin Rothwell, business development manager at Bunkabin, tells Project Plant how temporary accommodation can help to make construction sites more sustainable
AS the construction industry...
Hydrogen-powered future moves a step closer
Dan Gilkes reports on the progress of JCB’s research into the use of hydrogen to power construction machinery as the industry continues to seek...
Finalists announced for Hire Awards of Excellence 2023
THE finalists have been revealed for this year’s Hire Association Europe Event Hire Association (HAE EHA) Hire Awards of Excellence, due to take place...
Business powers on with massive generator deal
NATIONAL power specialist Star Power is supporting an expansion of its capability across the UK with a £3 million investment in JCB generators.
The order...
Merlo dealer expands offering in Scotland
MERLO UK has announced an expansion of territory and responsibility for Ross Agri Services in Scotland.
The move follows a decision by Merlo UK to...
New excavator looks to set the record Straight
THE new Cat 352 Straight Boom excavator has been designed specifically for low-level demolition work, bridges and industrial infrastructures.
The machine's stick/boom configuration is described...
Stage is set for final of Caterpillar’s Global Operator Challenge 2023
NINE finalists will battle it out in Caterpillar’s Global Operator Challenge 2023 in Las Vegas.
After two rounds of putting heavy machinery and technology skills...
Rototilt expands number of tiltrotator models in RC series
ATTACHMENTS specialist Rototilt is expanding the number of tiltrotators in the firm's RC series.
Last autumn, the manufacturer launched its Rototilt Control product concept featuring...
Scottish plant operators hailed for helping to shape peatland restoration techniques
SCOTLAND’S plant operators have been lauded for the ‘fundamental’ role they have played in peatland restoration projects across the country.
For the past ten years,...
High-tech simulator will be just the ticket for training academy
GOLDCAST Academy has revealed to Project Plant that it is in the process of launching a simulator as part of a multi-million-pound project which...
All the parts are coming together for SANY in Scotland
SANY’S new dedicated parts warehouse in Coatbridge is said to have been warmly welcomed by the company’s dealer network and customers.
The multi-million-pound investment in...
Military-spec model helps keep remote jobs on track
GEORGE Leslie’s accidental discovery of a Swedish military vehicle has been tipped to significantly boost the firm’s work in remote locations.
Plant manager Graham Barclay...
Hyundai Doosan Infracore accelerates hydrogen engine development
HYUNDAI Doosan Infracore (HDI) has unveiled plans to mass produce hydrogen internal combustion engines in 2025.
The manufacturer revealed it is accelerating engine development after...
Hillhead to feature extended Showground Pavilion in 2024
ORGANISERS of the Hillhead exhibition have revealed that the 2024 edition of the show will see the launch of the renamed Showground Pavilion.
Previously known...
SPOA president wins national leadership accolade
SCOTTISH Plant Owners Association (SPOA) president Callum Mackintosh has won the Outstanding Leadership Award at the Trade Association Forum Awards.
In March 2021, Callum became...
New home provides CSM with foundations to grow
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INVERNESS-based CS Machinery (CSM) Sales is looking to add more brands to its growing equipment portfolio after moving into significantly larger premises in the...
Liebherr goes green at new Scottish Freeport
A 220-tonne crane is the latest arrival at an energy services group as it continues the multi-million-pound expansion of its Liebherr lifting fleet.
Global Crane...
Kattrak appointed Sunward dealer for southern Scotland
KATTRAK has announced it has been appointed southern Scotland dealers for Sunward construction equipment.
Director Gareth McLaughlin revealed that the Kilwinning-based firm will be supplying...
Atlas Copco launches electric self-priming dewatering pumps
ATLAS Copco has launched a new range of electric surface self-priming dewatering pumps.
The E-Pump range comprises different models with a canopy and open set...
LCF Engineering hails link-up with ‘biggest manufacturer in the world’
EAST Kilbride-based LCF Engineering is set to launch a recruitment drive after being appointed by Finning as one of three new regional dealers in...
DEVELON video set to highlight brand’s vision for the future
FOLLOWING the recent announcement about the company’s new brand and visions for worldwide markets, DEVELON - formerly Doosan construction equipment - has announced it...
New Komatsu skid steers touch down in Ireland
KOMATSU dealer McHale Plant Sales has revealed that models from the new EU Stage V-compliant SK715-8, SK815-8 and SK820-8 range of skid steer loaders...
Digger Girl teams up with CITB to help spread the word on construction careers
SOCIAL media sensation Amy Underwood, aka The ‘Digger Girl’, who has amassed almost half a million followers online, has revealed her delight after signing...
SPOA dinner raises £9,500 for Aitken White Memorial Trust
THE Scottish Plant Owners Association's (SPOA) annual dinner in Glasgow earlier this month raised £9,500 for the Aitken White Memorial Trust.
The charity, named after...
