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 ...
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...
Develon’s Series 9 diggers now fully compatible with Trimble Earthworks 3D systems
DEVELON has announced that its next-generation Series 9 range of crawler excavators are now fully compatible with Trimble Earthworks 3D systems.
This allows operators to...
Inverclyde construction site security business rebrands amid ‘substantial growth’
PORT Glasgow-based site security firm Safer Scotland has secured its first international partnership deal amid 'substantial' growth, and rebranded as Safer Group.
Founded in 2016...
Logistics software brings sustainability and performance gains for Aggregate Industries
EDINBURGH-based tech company Podfather has revealed that Aggregate Industries has rolled out new logistics software to support sustainable working and improve operational performance.
The concrete...
Trimble makes machine guidance available for compact track loaders
TRIMBLE has announced the availability of machine guidance for compact track loaders.
The firm explained that Siteworks Machine Guidance extends the capabilities of Trimble Siteworks...
Leading the charge: battery technology highlighted at A-Plant event
THE growing role of electrification in the construction machinery sector was highlighted this week as A-Plant hosted its inaugural Battery Power Seminar.
The London event...
Family business puts safety first with Xwatch investment
RIDGWAY Rentals has invested in Xwatch Safety Solutions to boost the safety and flexibility of its national hire fleet.
The family-run business has fitted two...
Scottish social housing developer makes major investment in machine technology
SOCIAL housing developer First Endeavour LLP has invested in a range of machine technology from SITECH UK & Ireland to optimise time and productivity.
The...
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...
Leica and Xwatch launch 3D avoidance zone system for sites
LEICA Geosystems and Xwatch Safety Solutions have announced a milestone in their partnership to enhance site safety and infrastructure protection.
Users will now be able...
Komatsu Smart Construction highlights rising demand for software
SMART Construction, the digital arm of Komatsu, has reported a 44% rise in the adoption of its software as a service (SaaS) technology from...
Point of Rental innovation ‘revolutionises’ equipment hire and rental sales
POINT of Rental has revealed that its Syrinx and Syrinx 365 platforms now integrate 'seamlessly' with SitePad CRM, a tool built for the plant...
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...
Marubeni-Komatsu joins forces with Topcon
MARUBENI-Komatsu is partnering with Topcon Positioning GB and Ireland to provide machine control technology, it has been announced.
The deal means Marubeni-Komatsu customers will now...
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...
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...
Balfour Beatty mandates human recognition cameras on certain machinery
BALFOUR Beatty has announced it has become the first Tier One contractor to mandate human recognition cameras on certain items of plant and machinery...
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...
New wind data system aids site planning
A Glasgow-based firm has launched a ‘new and improved’ wind speed data system for construction sites.
Windcrane said its mobile app is designed to improve...
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,...
‘Next-generation’ technology helps deter plant thieves
INNOVATIVE site security company Safer Security Group is on a mission to significantly improve site security technology and help combat the theft of expensive...
Construction tech drives efficiencies at BMW plant upgrade
NATTA Building Company has been trialling Trimble Earthworks UTS on one of its excavators for the first time at a project to construct a...
New Hill coupler tipped to set the standard in attachment technology
HILL Engineering has announced the launch of a new coupler that the firm said can connect any hydraulic work tool 'safely and automatically' from...
Software innovation helps site managers plan ahead
WHITBURN-based ground engineering contractor Ground Developments Ltd (GDL) has revealed that Trimble software supplied by SITECH has provided major benefits to site managers in...
Two-year smart detection trial on plant equipment hailed a success
FINNING UK & Ireland has teamed up with Flannery Plant Hire to trial a smart detection system capable of alerting operators if someone is too...
Fleet management investment pays dividends for Jennings BCE
FINNING has revealed how it used Cat VisionLink technology to deliver 'significant' reductions in idle time and increased profitability for Jennings BCE.
VisionLink is a...
Funding the green construction pipeline
Following a global survey that revealed 70% of construction projects now incorporate sustainability targets, it’s clear the industry is committed to reducing carbon emissions....
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...
GAP and SITECH form ‘unique’ partnership in survey sector
GAP Group has announced it has teamed up with SITECH UK & Ireland to form a 'unique' partnership in the survey industry.
The survey &...
