Going green in a demanding location

McCloskey Equipment’s Tim Watson explains how one London company is  ‘pushing the envelope’ on sustainable aggregates ACCORDING to the British Marine Aggregate Producers Association, every...
Volvo rigid hauler working at quarry

Motherwell-built hauler marks milestone for Volvo in Germany

THE first R70 rigid hauler from Volvo Construction Equipment has entered service in Germany. Built at Volvo CE’s facility in Motherwell, North Lanarkshire, the machine...

Material matters: Doosan introduces 23-tonner

DOOSAN has added to its material handler range with the launch of the 23-tonne DX230WMH-5. The machine joins the recently introduced DX250WMH-5 25-tonne model and is...
Finlay 883+ Electric

Finlay charges ahead with electric-powered scalper

FINLAY has unveiled its new electric-powered 883+ heavy-duty scalping screen. The solution is an addition to the firm's flagship 883+ model and heralded as a...
Going for gold

Going for gold

THE launch of the first ever industry wide gold standard accreditation for highly efficient quarry and mining equipment operators has taken place. The new scheme is...

Doosan double for Breedon in Scotland

Breedon Group's Scottish operations have been boosted by the addition of two new Doosan Stage IV wheel loaders. The DL550-5 and DL450-5 have been put...
Finlay I‑130RS impact crusher

Finlay to showcase new impactors and prototypes at Hillhead 2026

FINLAY has announced that its Hillhead 2026 line-up will include prototype previews and the first public sightings of new impactors. A key focus will be...
Construction worker holding sand

CDE webinar to focus on unlocking greater value from sand and aggregates

CDE has revealed its next webinar will focus on how producers can unlock greater value from their sand and aggregates. The firm said demand for...
Solar panels on factory roof

CRJ steps up sustainability progress with solar investment

WASTE management, recycling and forestry equipment specialist CRJ Services has boosted its sustainability credentials by installing a 105kWp solar energy system at its HQ in...

Line in the sand: CDE plant gives rise to increased production

A new CDE wet processing plant has reportedly helped to double production at D’Arcy Sands’ Wexford site.

Coastal super quarry sees £30m investment in new facilities

GLENSANDA, located in the Scottish Highlands, is Europe’s largest granite quarry and recently celebrated the completion of a new £30 million upgrade of its...

Hybrid shredder looks to offer best of both worlds to customers

THE team behind the HAAS TYRON slow-speed shredder has converted the machine into a hybrid model, as part of efforts to become more environmentally...
Cloburn Quarry

Quarry purchase marks Red letter day for historic business

PRIVATELY-owned group Wm Hamilton & Sons is gearing up for further growth after diversifying the company’s offering. The business, which can trace its roots back...
Hillhouse Group head office

Hillhouse Group acquires Skene Group Construction Services

AYRSHIRE-based quarry operator Hillhouse Group has acquired Skene Group Construction Services Ltd. The deal will see Fife-headquartered Skene Group Construction Services brought into Hillhouse Group,...
Binn Group Weima

Perth recycling firm is powering on through

A Perthshire provider of recycling and waste management services has chosen a Weima Powerline shredder to boost its operations. Binn Group operate a materials recycling facility...

New Hitachi loader tipped to boost productivity on quarries and recycling plants

HITACHI has announced it is launching a larger next-generation model from its Stage V-compliant wheel loader range. The ZW310-7 is described as providing operators with...
EvoQuip Bison machine at Hillhead 2016

EvoQuip to mark decade of progress at Hillhead 2026

COMPACT crushing, screening, shredding and conveying equipment specialist EvoQuip will mark the brand's tenth anniversary at Hillhead 2026. EvoQuip made its debut at Hillhead back in 2016...

All-in-one system tipped to ‘revolutionise’ wet processing industry

CDE has vowed to 'revolutionise' the wet processing sector with the launch of the Combo. The patented product, described as the world's first all-in-one wet...

Crushing and screening outlay pays off for AMD

DUMFRIES-based AMD Contract Services Ltd is reaping the benefits of investing in its crushing and screening operations and taking out a lease of a...

Genie’s next gen TraX system redesigned to ‘simplify’ maintenance

GENIE has announced that its next generation TraX system has been redesigned to simplify maintenance while delivering the same 'no compromises' performance. Genie TraX is...

Sandvik to acquire mining business of Schenck Process Group

SANDVIK has announced it has signed an agreement to acquire the mining-related business of Schenck Process Group (SP Mining). SP Mining is a global provider...

Metso dealer plans ‘top team’ presence at ScotPlant 2024

METSO UK dealer McHale Plant Sales has announced it is planning a ‘top team’ presence to mark the firm’s ScotPlant debut in April. The business...
Hyundai crawler excavator

Hyundai to showcase Next Generation excavators at Hillhead 2026

HYUNDAI has vowed to unveil a new crawler excavator designed specifically to meet the needs of the UK’s plant hire and rental industry at...
Waste recycling facility

Waste recycling innovation to be showcased at Bristol open house event

WET processing technology specialist CDE has commissioned a 25tph waste recycling facility for PMG in Bristol, which will be showcased at an open house...

Loading shovel shows a touch of glass in Alloa

A new Volvo loading shovel has made its way to O-I Manufacturing's Devilla silica sand quarry, based at Bogside near Alloa. O-I is a giant in...

Skene Group in triple loading shovel purchase

SKENE Group Construction Services has purchased three Volvo L220H loading shovels for use at its Soutra Mains and Lomond quarries.

CRJ Services marks 20 years in business

CRJ Services Ltd is celebrating after reaching a 20-year milestone of providing material processing solutions to the waste and recycling industries. The business was incorporated in...
Mark Fisher

Terex Washing Systems strengthens senior team

TEREX Washing Systems has introduced new business line director Mark Fisher at Hillhead 2024. With the need for sustainable solutions, Mark will lead the manufacturer...

Liebherr machine drafted in for tyre recycling application

A Liebherr material handler has been bought to help a biotech company handle a crucial aspect of its tyre recycling process in Motherwell. UKR specialises...
Burrowine Moor Quarry. CDE plant silica sand

CDE to host virtual tour of Fife Silica Sands wash plant

CDE, alongside Fife Silica Sands, will host a virtual tour of its silica sand washing technologies later this month. The two organisations have worked together...