Spreading the news about machine safety
SPREADER plate and crane mat firm Outriggerpads has introduced a new calculator for the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF), designed to promote the safe...
Ayrshire civils firm reduces project timescales after tech investment
AYRSHIRE-based civil engineering specialist Dalcon has reportedly halved project timescales after investing in four Trimble Earthworks excavator systems.
Supplied by authorised dealer SITECH UK & Ireland,...
Digital technology benefits highlighted at new SITECH academy
SITECH UK & Ireland, authorised dealer of Trimble civil construction field systems, recently invited customers interested in adopting digital tools to a specialist technology...
ABAX to demonstrate latest digital innovations at ScotPlant 2026
FOLLOWING a successful launch at the Executive Hire Show in February, ABAX will be demonstrating its ABAX Site Operations solution at ScotPlant 2026.
The system provides a...
ABAX unveils ‘first of its kind’ inventory management solution
TELEMATICS specialist ABAX has announced the launch of ABAX Smart Inventory, described as a 'unique' van store inventory solution.
ABAX Smart Inventory provides real-time oversight...
Leica confirms 3D machine control compatibility option for Cat NGH excavators
LEICA Geosystems has announced the commercial availability of the Leica MC1 3D machine control system with Caterpillar factory-installed NGH sensors.
The first customers of this...
VR training tool shortlisted for top innovation award
HIRE Association Europe (HAE) is in contention for an award at the Business Innovation Awards 2019 for V-Hire, the virtual reality (VR) training tool...
New app tipped to increase construction site safety
A-PLANT is launching a smartphone application designed to increase site safety and give customers full control of their equipment hire.
In a bid to reduce...
Software specialist hopes to keep firms on track
SOFTWARE specialist inspHire has released new asset tracker functionality that integrates with Trackunit, JCB LiveLink and CanTrack to improve visibility of equipment.
The Asset Tracker...
Recognition for latest Develon technologies
DEVELON is celebrating after winning honours in two of the categories in the CES 2024 Innovation Awards to be announced during the CES 2024...
Award recognition for JCB’s machine safety innovation
JCB has won an award for a machine safety aid on its Loadall telehandlers.
The ‘Hire Industry Product of the Year’ for JCB INTELLISENSE was...
A suit that’s tailored for construction sites
An exoskeleton suit could revolutionise the construction industry in America when it is released next year, and its developers ‘absolutely’ expect the technology to reach Europe.
Investment in technology helping to drive productivity for Akela
With demand for quality housing growing, the construction sector is having to adapt and think differently about how it can deliver against the backdrop...
CESAR security scheme surpasses 650,000 installations
THE CESAR security scheme has reached a major milestone after surpassing 650,000 installations.
The initiative, owned by the CEA (Construction Equipment Association) and delivered in partnership...
Sustainable site specialist has finger on the Pulse with new customer portal
NIXON Hire has announced the launch of Pulse, an online portal that offers customers insight into energy use, carbon impact, and cost performance linked to...
Covert system helps keep plant security on track
A tracking firm has revealed that plant thieves will face huge difficulties in disabling its covert security system – even in isolated sites that...
Machinetech appointed UK dealer for Xwatch Safety Solutions
MACHINETECH has been appointed as an authorised Xwatch Safety Solutions dealer in the UK.
The agreement was sealed on the Xwatch booth at CONEXPO-CON/AGG in...
AI integration helps give Komatsu Smart Construction the Edge
KOMATSU has integrated Artificial Intelligence (AI) to modernise its Smart Construction Edge solution, in partnership with tech giant Sony as part of the EarthBrain...
Bobcat launches new Machine IQ telematics system
BOBCAT has announced the launch of the company’s new Machine IQ telematics system, which the manufacturer revealed connects customers to information about their machine ...
Cat launches new ‘Ease of Use’ technologies for mini-excavators
CATERPILLAR has announced it is launching two new Mini Hydraulic Excavator (MHE) Ease of Use technologies for the Cat 306 CR, 308 CR 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...
Develon digital platform celebrates design award success
MY DEVELON, the new digital platform for managing construction equipment, has triumphed in the Brand & Communication Design category of the 2024 Red Dot...
Sunbelt Rentals launches free augmented reality app
SUNBELT Rentals UK & Ireland has launched a free augmented reality (AR) app in what it has said is an industry first.
The free Sunbelt...
New machine control solution launched for compact excavators
LEICA Geosystems has unveiled the new Leica iCON site excavator, described as a machine control solution that enables compact diggers to carry out designs...
No messing with de-dusting system
A self-contained personnel de-dusting unit, described as ideal for construction sites as well as the quarry and mining industries, has been introduced by Air...
Xwatch to unveil safety system for electronically controlled machines
XWATCH Safety Solutions will launch its EVC (Electronic Valve Control) system at PlantWorx 2025 next week.
Designed to work exclusively with the new Mk2 platform,...
New guidance released on Human Form Recognition Systems in construction
THE Construction Industry Plant Safety Group has launched a new publication in response to increased use of human form recognition systems (HFRS) in the...
Hitachi to offer factory-fitted machine control solutions for Zaxis-7 excavators
HITACHI Construction Machinery (Europe) has revealed it is now offering its Zaxis-7 excavators from 10 to 50-tonnes with factory-fitted 2D and 3D machine control...
How digital tools are revolutionising the European construction sector
Digital tools are transforming European construction, influencing project activity and management from initial design processes to delivery of completed structures. A mixed fleet of...
Trimble Ready option available for new line of Hyundai dozers
TRIMBLE and Hyundai Construction Equipment have announced the availability of a Trimble Ready 3D option for the new line of Hyundai HD130A bulldozers for customers...
