Proactive tool can ‘cut costs and downtime’
PIRTEK'S Tyne and Wear franchise is pioneering Total Hydraulic Management (THM), a data-driven system whereby elements of the hydraulic system are tagged and monitored...
AMPS adopts CESAR ECV to help address equipment theft
AMPS (The Association of Manufacturers and Suppliers of Power Generating Systems) will adopt CESAR ECV, making it available to its members to help tackle...
Komatsu to launch quarry fleet management system
KOMATSU Europe has revealed plans to launch its Smart Quarry Site fleet management solution at the end of this year.
The system focuses on six...
Keepmoat to utilise JCB’s LiveLink across all sites
KEEPMOAT has adopted a JCB digital tool to cut carbon emissions across all of its live construction sites nationwide.
The housebuilder will deploy JCB's LiveLink...
Takeuchi adds emissions verification system to machines
TAKEUCHI Mfg UK Ltd has joined the CESAR green revolution after confirming it will include the enhanced CESAR ECV (Emission Compliance Verification) system as...
Support grows for CESAR security and registration scheme
DUMPER manufacturer Thwaites confirmed at Hillhead 2024 that it has become the latest firm to commit to the CESAR security and registration scheme powered...
Haulage specialist ‘transforms’ operations with Podfather software
HEAVY haulage specialist J.C. Gillespie is said to have 'transformed' the management of its operation with logistics software from Edinburgh-based Podfather.
The solution has helped...
Sunbelt Rentals expands partnership with Trackunit
TRACKUNIT and Sunbelt Rentals UK & Ireland have extended their partnership to increase their fleet connectivity and deliver more actionable insights to customers.
This partnership...
New Point of Rental solution empowers hire consumers with digital info access
POINT of Rental has introduced a new QuikLink feature in Syrinx 365, designed to provide an easy-to-use method for consumers to access and share...
Inverness firm sees efficiency gains after implementing Podfather software
INVERNESS-based UBCivils has implemented Podfather software in an attempt to streamline the management of its haulage operations.
Supporting infrastructure, energy, and construction projects, UBCivils completes...
On the right track: growing firm looks for Scottish dealers
PLANT and machinery tracking, telematics and immobilisation specialist, R&R Direct, is on the lookout for new dealers – including in Scotland - following a...
Fair Share: machine rental app launched
Shareplant has now been in operation for eleven months. The application allows users to list operated or self-drive equipment priced per day or hour.
Bobcat earns award recognition for fully autonomous concept loader
BOBCAT is celebrating after being selected as a Red Dot Award: Design Concept winner for RogueX2, an all-electric, fully autonomous concept loader.
The Red Dot...
Cat Productivity system vows to provide platform to boost machine performance
FINNING is encouraging customers to sign up to the new Cat Productivity platform, a cloud-based system designed to gather and analyse machine data to...
Have you got the edge?
Construction businesses are more likely to win bids if they can guarantee high-quality work, while sticking to a budget and a deadline. Meeting all...
Augmented reality tech tipped to help resolve machine issues faster
VOLVO Construction Equipment has announced it is offering dealer field technicians across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Oceania, the option to communicate directly...
Leica expands 3D machine control offering for Cat wheeled excavators
LEICA Geosystems has confirmed an expansion of its offering to deliver aftermarket 3D machine control solutions for Caterpillar’s next gen wheeled excavators.
The move follows...
Landmark ‘drone in a box’ innovation demonstrated
DIGITAL solutions specialist Smart Construction, a brand from Komatsu, recently invited key professionals from a variety of sectors to witness the UK’s first demonstration...
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...
Hyundai and KT to combine technologies to supply smart logistics solutions
HYUNDAI Construction Equipment has announced it is teaming up with Korea Telecom (KT) to progress smart logistics solutions.
The manufacturer will use KT's 5G communication...
New Finning tech aims to reduce emissions and fuel usage
FINNING has launched CUBIQ Sustainability, a new addition to its tech platform tipped to reduce customers' carbon footprint.
The module can gather data on a...
Positive VIBES for Scots construction sector firms
Two companies working in the Scottish construction sector have had their green credentials recognised after being named as finalists in VIBES – Scottish Environment Business Awards.
Datatag gets on its bike to address tool theft
SECURITY marking and registration systems specialist Datatag has announced a continuation of its sponsorship of the British Superbike Championship (BSB).
This year, Datatag will use...
Xwatch to launch new solution to boost road-rail vehicle safety
XWATCH Safety Solutions has announced plans to officially launch the XW5-R at Rail Live 2025.
This is a new rail-specific version of the XW5 system,...
Sunbelt Rentals ramps up digital transformation journey
SUNBELT Rentals UK & Europe has teamed up with digital consultancy iMMERSIVE to deliver a multi-cloud Salesforce implementation programme.
The initiative is currently live in...
Keeping construction connected
Whether it’s viewing architectural plans or enabling Internet of Things (IoT) devices, access to a reliable, high-speed internet connection is increasingly becoming a priority...
3D collision safety solution set for Plantworx showcase
A 'game-changing' 3D collision safety solution integration is set to make its UK debut at this year's Plantworx exhibition.
Leica Geosystems and Xwatch Safety Solutions...
Engcon confirms new tiltrotator control system is compatible with more excavators
ENGCON has announced that its new tiltrotator control system, DC3, has taken 'big steps forward' in terms of compatibility with other leading companies globally.
Last...
Bobcat to launch loader remote-control system
BOBCAT is to launch a new system for its range of compact loaders, which will allow for the operator to control their machine remotely.
The...
Hyundai and Leica launch 3D machine guidance system for Next Gen excavators
LEICA Geosystems and Hyundai Construction Equipment have confirmed the availability of the Leica MC1 3D machine guidance system as a retrofit option for the...
