Finning to showcase latest Cat technology innovations at Hillhead 2026
FINNING has announced it will bring the latest in construction technology to Hillhead following an exclusive technology preview at Caterpillar’s Malaga Demonstration & Learning...
To Infinity and beyond
CDE is showing off a new range of patented Infinity screens in Munich at the bauma trade show.
The company said the development of the Infinity...
Xwatch launches ‘most advanced’ telematics and safety platform yet
XWATCH Safety Solutions has announced the launch of its 'most advanced and fully integrated' telematics and safety platform to date.
Developed with mixed-fleet technology specialist...
Technology aims to stop site collisions
James Fisher Prolec has announced the launch of a ‘groundbreaking’ safety solution for plant equipment, which is said to help prevent collisions with site-wide hazards.
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...
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...
Machine control tech speeds up sustainable drainage project near Glasgow
SITECH UK and Ireland has revealed that Caledonia Water Alliance (CWA) has been able to complete a sustainable drainage pond for Scottish Water in...
DEVELON and Leica Geosystems launch integrated 3D machine guidance system for excavators
LEICA Geosystems and DEVELON have launched the Leica MC1 3D machine guidance system as a retrofit option for the latest excavator models.
The system is...
JCB updates telematics system to aid mixed fleet operators
JCB has announced the launch of a new version of its LiveLink telematics system which the manufacturer said will allow mixed fleet operators to control...
AI-powered visual detection aims to improve site safety
LEICA Geosystems has launched the Leica Xsight360 safety awareness solution, powered by Presien.
The system detects nearby people or objects and alerts operators using sounds...
Operators to gain machine insight via new Yanmar app
YANMAR Compact Equipment EMEA has launched a new app to provide operators with in-depth, practical and technical information about its latest machines.
Yanmar Scan will...
Future technologies to be showcased at new event
THE Construction Equipment Association (CEA) has teamed up with The Supply Chain Sustainability School to deliver a new future technology event called Futureworx.
The CEA,...
‘Groundbreaking’ collaboration marks major step towards future of digital construction
KOBELCO Construction Machinery Europe B.V. (KCME) has announced a collaboration with Leica Geosystems and Xwatch Safety Solutions to drive the evolution of excavation with...
Electric digger scoops top engineering innovation prize
JCB'S electric mini excavator has won a prestigious prize for engineering innovation.
The UK’s Royal Academy of Engineering announced the manufacturer's low noise, zero emissions...
Scottish contractor boosts survey capability with technology investment
CIVIL engineering and groundworks contractor Kilmac has invested in Trimble off-machine technology to enhance its survey capabilities across a range of projects throughout Scotland.
SITECH...
Case launches next generation SiteWatch telematics platform
CASE Construction Equipment has announced the launch of the next generation of its SiteWatch telematics platform.
The system features a new dashboard, 'more intuitive' navigation and...
Low carbon innovation centre to help drive reduction in machinery emissions
WORK is set to begin on a new £25 million low carbon innovation centre in Midlothian, which has been tipped to significantly improve the...
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...
SMT GB appointed distributor for Unicontrol 3D machine control system
SMT GB has been appointed as a Unicontrol distributor in Britain, with the 3D machine control system said to be capable of being retrofitted...
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.
The cost of over digging
It is sometimes necessary to dig beyond the depth required for the formation of below-ground structures if the ground conditions are not stable. For...
Podfather software helps drive tipper specialist forward
ANDREWS Tipper Hire, a supplier of tipper haulage and aggregate deliveries, is using Edinburgh-based Podfather’s logistics software to manage the transport of materials to...
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...
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...
Leica and Liebherr expand factory-integrated machine control collaboration
LEICA Geosystems and Liebherr have announced an expansion of their collaboration with the default factory integration of Leica’s sensor chain across Liebherr’s Generation 8...
Protecting your construction technology
Lisa Cheshire, inside sales specialist from Trimble provider, SITECH UK & Ireland, explains the importance of investing in a comprehensive protection plan for construction...
Tech upgrade aims to help customers get more out of Cat machines
FINNING has upgraded Cat customers to a new software solution that delivers insights into fuel use and operational efficiency.
A new version of VisionLink is now...
SANY becomes latest manufacturer to embrace CESAR ECV initiative
SANY has been confirmed as the latest distributor in the UK to fit CESAR and Emission Compliance Verification (ECV) as standard to its machines.
The firm...
Terex unveils new vibration analysis system for screening equipment
TEREX has announced the launch of TRAC, a vibration analysis system developed to provide clearer insight into the performance, condition and long‑term integrity of...
Liebherr and Leica form partnership over machine control solutions
LIEBHERR and Leica Geosystems have entered into a strategic partnership, which will see Liebherr wheeled and crawler excavators of generations 6 and 8 optionally...
