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...
New safety technology ‘ready to go’ in Scotland
A Scottish plant firm has sent out the message that safety technology being utilised in England is available and ready to go in Scotland.
“It’s about...
Komatsu makes smart solution ‘standard’ for all machine control and guidance systems
KOMATSU Smart Construction has announced that Smart Construction Remote will now be available as standard with all purchases of Komatsu-branded guidance and control systems.
This...
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...
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.
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...
Kubota launches ‘game-changing’ OnSite app
KUBOTA has launched a new app containing information about every machine within the manufacturer's construction range.
The OnSite app works via a QR code attached...
Finning invests in advance site technology
FINNING, the UK and Ireland Caterpillar dealer, has completed the acquisition of the newly formed SITECH dealership for the UK and Ireland.
Created in June...
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...
Online shopping made easy with Case Construction
A new online tool from Case Construction Equipment allows customers to configure their own machines with just a few simple clicks.
Providing detailed information and...
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 ...
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...
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...
JCB updates telematics system with global mapping solution
JCB has announced that its LiveLink telematics portal has been updated to include full integration with the what3words global location system.
what3words is a system...
New Liebherr app gives users access to manuals and spare parts catalogue
LIEBHERR has launched a new app that digitally provides information on machine operation and maintenance for the manufacturer's earthmoving and material handling equipment.
MyAssistant...
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.
High Bonnybridge contractor Chimes in a new digitised construction era
HIGH Bonnybridge-based GBSS Civil Engineering has made a major investment in its plant fleet.
The civils and groundwork contractor has purchased four new site dumpers...
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...
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...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
New ‘van stock’ feature aims to transform visibility of rental parts for hire firms
RENTAL software supplier MCS has developed a new feature which allows hire companies to keep track of stock availability and quantities held in vans.
By...
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...
Kubota launches new machine tracking system
KUBOTA has announced the launch of a new telematics portal to help operators increase machine efficiency and security.
The Kubota Tracking System portal enables users...
Bobcat hits 30,000-unit European milestone for Machine IQ telematics
BOBCAT is celebrating a milestone after revealing it has sold more than 30,000 Machine IQ-connected units in Europe.
Launched in 2019, the manufacturer’s proprietary telematics...
