ScotPlant 2022 countdown: Hitachi significantly expands show presence
WITH just weeks to go until the start of ScotPlant 2022, Hitachi Construction Machinery UK has significantly increased the size of its stand.
The manufacturer...
Finning acquires hydraulic services specialist Hydraquip
FINNING has completed the acquisition of Hydraquip, a provider of mobile hydraulic services.
Hydraquip offers nationwide coverage for hose replacement, assembly and fitting, oil replenishment,...
Police Scotland launches new system following rise in plant and fuel thefts
A new system aimed at tackling the rise in thefts from construction sites has been launched by Police Scotland and Neighbourhood Watch Scotland.
The new...
Hitachi launches largest Zaxis-7 wheeled excavator to date
HITACHI has taken the wraps off the largest model in its new Zaxis-7 wheeled excavator range.
The ZX220W-7 Stage V-compliant machine boasts a 'unique and...
Detection capability innovations to take centre stage at Futureworx 2022
ORGANISERS of Futureworx 2022 have revealed that a number of exhibitors will be showcasing new technologies designed to improve detection capabilities.
Advancements in sensors and...
World’s first 100-tonne truck goes on sale
RITCHIE Bros has revealed it is selling the world's first 100-tonne truck.
The Scammell model was built in the UK in 1927. It is being...
Construction workers offered free support for sleep issues
TO mark World Sleep Day (March 18), the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity is teaming up with Sleepstation to offer free access to support for...
Aberdeenshire firm snaps up six ‘top-of-the-range’ telehandlers
CLAYMORE Homes, a property development company based in Mintlaw, Aberdeenshire, has taken delivery of six new Bobcat telehandlers.
The T40.180SLP 18-metre machines were supplied by...
Hitachi marks 50 years in Europe
HITACHI Construction Machinery (Europe) has revealed that a variety of events are scheduled throughout 2022 to mark its 50th anniversary.
A logo has been unveiled,...
GAP celebrates success of youth team sponsorship scheme
GAP Hire Solutions has announced that, for the fifth year running, the business has supported a number of sports clubs through its youth team...
1,000 cyclists to get on their bikes for JCB charity challenge
JCB has revealed that up to 1,000 cyclists are set to compete in the organisation's NSPCC Platinum Jubilee Appeal.
The event on Sunday, May 8th...
Attachments business appoints hire and transport manager
WORSLEY Plant has appointed Joe Brand as the company's new hire and transport manager.
Having started his career as an apprentice scaffolder, Joe progressed to...
ScotPlant 2022 countdown: SANY set for double digger launch
SANY is set to mark a spectacular first year in Scotland with a massive presence at ScotPlant and the launch of two brand new...
ScotPlant 2022 countdown: Merlo heralds arrival of Generation Zero
MERLO will be exhibiting a wide range of machines at ScotPlant, including the brand new, fully-electric telehandler, the eWorker.
Visitors to the manufacturer’s stand at...
ScotPlant 2022 countdown: circular economy solution set for launch
SCOTPLANT will be the destination for the launch of power washer specialist Rhinowash’s new Circular Economy Hire Model.
Designed to be fully re-manufacturable to minimise...
IPAF launches new MEWP safety campaign
THE International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has launched a new safety campaign emphasising the importance of working safely to avoid falls when using Mobile...
Livingston recycling plant benefits from new mobile jaw crusher
LIVINGSTON recycling plant Brewster Bros has snapped up a new Sandvik QJ341 mobile jaw crusher.
The family-run business is a one-stop shop for recycled aggregates...
ScotPlant 2022 countdown: new models galore for Takeuchi
TAKEUCHI has vowed to have a stand ‘packed full of new models’ on display at ScotPlant 2022.
Since the last exhibition four years ago, the...
Doosan completes new high reach demolition digger range
DOOSAN has announced that the arrival of the DX380DM-7 has completed the manufacturer's range of new high reach demolition excavators.
The machine joins the existing...
Caterpillar suspends Russian manufacturing operations
EQUIPMENT giant Caterpillar has announced that the business is suspending operations in its Russian manufacturing facilities and donating more than $1 million through the...
CPA urges chancellor to make super deduction allowance permanent
THE Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has written to UK chancellor Rishi Sunak to call for the super deduction allowance (SDA) to be made permanent.
Ahead...
ScotPlant 2022 countdown: Empire Exports set for ‘pretty unique’ event
FALKIRK-based Empire Exports will be making its exhibition debut at ScotPlant 2022.
The business – which buys and sells used construction equipment – recently appointed...
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...
Ayrshire plant firm completes landmark machine purchase
AN Ayrshire-based plant hire business has snapped up the first Stage V JCB 150X tracked excavator with triple-articulated boom sold anywhere in the UK.
Tom...
Research shows UK construction equipment export figures are booming
NEW research from the Construction Equipment Association (CEA) has revealed that exports of UK construction and earthmoving equipment in the final quarter of 2021...
Hire specialist earns FORS Gold certification
GAP Hire Solutions is celebrating after the firm achieved FORS Gold certification.
FORS (Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme) is a voluntary accreditation scheme which aims to...
ScotPlant 2022 countdown: ‘One event we certainly wouldn’t want to miss’
“ONE of the most important shows on the calendar.” That’s how Sean Heron, MD of attachments specialist Worsley Plant, views ScotPlant.
The firm will be...
ScotPlant 2022 countdown: Liebherr ADT to make UK exhibition debut
TAKING centre stage on the Liebherr stand at ScotPlant 2022 – and making its UK exhibition debut into the bargain – will be the...
Trade body provides funding to help develop female leaders
TRADE body HAE EHA (Hire Association Europe Event Hire Association) has revealed it is offering a funding package for five free places for women...
‘Excellence, efficiency, economy’: CASE launches E-Series excavators
CASE Construction Equipment has unveiled its new E-Series crawler excavator range, featuring seven models from 13-30 tonnes.
The CX130E, CX160E, CX180E, CX210E, CX240E, CX250E, CX300E...
