Komatsu Smart Construction Edge solution

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...

Hitachi unveils new mixed-fleet telematics system

HITACHI Construction Machinery UK (HCMUK) has launched a new mixed-fleet telematics system. CTFleet Link allows customers to access a live online portal to monitor the...
J.C. Gillespie has 'transformed' the management of its operation with logistics software from Podfather

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...
Andrews Tipper Hire using Podfather app

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...

Human detection system tipped to help eliminate false alerts

A new innovation has been tipped to make false alerts caused by object detection sensors a thing of the past. Spillard Safety Systems will be...

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,...

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...
Hitachi machines at ScotPlant 2024

New Hitachi development aims to ‘transform’ fleet management

HITACHI Construction Machinery (Europe) NV has launched a new 'all-in-one' fleet management system, designed to empower its dealer network and customers by streamlining their...
SITECH UK & Ireland and Flannery Plant Hire

SITECH and Flannery Plant Hire team up for Remembrance Day tribute

SITECH UK & Ireland and Flannery Plant Hire joined forces to commemorate Remembrance Day in a special event for the Corps of Royal Engineers. The...

Point of Rental Software appoints new VP of global sales

POINT of Rental Software has announced the appointment of Preston Harris as the company’s VP of global sales. He joined the company in 2015 as...
Bobcat loader remote-control system

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...
ScotPlant 2026

ScotPlant insights highlight key challenges facing site operators

ABAX UK, a provider of telematics and smart mobility solutions, has released key insights from ScotPlant 2026, revealing that a significant majority of UK...

Hire giant embarks on CESAR ECV upgrade programme

SUNBELT Rentals has become the first plant hire company to upgrade its existing fleet with the CESAR ECV (Emissions Compliance Verification) Scheme. The CESAR ECV...
UK & Ireland are holding interactive workshops to showcase how digital tools can improve efficiency

Finning interactive workshops to showcase latest digital tools

WORKSHOPS designed to provide customers with the chance to sample the latest digital tools are being staged by Finning UK & Ireland. Digital Toolbox Days...

‘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...

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...

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...
RogueX2 concept

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...

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 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...

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...
Mark Watters founder of Shareplant

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.
Dandara telehandlers with AI Human Form Recognition (HFR) tech

AI HFR cameras on telehandlers boost housebuilding site safety

HOUSEBUILDER Dandara is utilising AI Human Form Recognition (HFR) cameras supplied by telehandler hire specialists UK Forks. The developer has added AI HFR cameras to...
Leica Geosystems and DEVELON partnership

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...

Technology package upgrades announced for Cat medium dozers

CATERPILLAR has introduced two new technology package upgrades for its medium dozer line. Formerly ARO with Assist, Cat Assist with ARO (attachment ready option) suite of...
Bobcat telematics

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...
Ash Mills Dan Leaney

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...

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...
LiuGong and Leica Geosystems partner to release 3D machine control-ready kit for excavators

LiuGong and Leica Geosystems partner on 3D machine control-ready kit for excavators

LEICA Geosystems and LiuGong have announced a collaboration to offer a new kit designed to streamline the installation of Leica’s MC1 3D system on...
Construction machine on haulage vehicle

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...