Hyundai Construction Equipment (HCE) and Hyundai Doosan Infracore showcased their advanced smart construction solutions and future unmanned construction equipment under the theme of “Intelligent Robotics” at the Consumer Electronics Show. The Concept-X project may help to bring about a safe and efficient future construction site based on unmanned and automation technologies and XiteCloud, the first…

A leading plant hirer has hailed the “brilliant battery life” of its two new JCB electric Loadall telescopic handlers which are delivering eight hours continuous operation on a single charge. Purchased by Wellingborough-based RJC Plant Hire, the two new JCB 525-60E models deliver zero emissions at point of use with comparable performance to their diesel…

Doosan Bobcat unveiled its new, all-electric Bobcat T7X compact track loader this month at CES® 2022. The T7X is the first machine of its kind to be fully electric, offering the full benefits of eliminating hydraulic systems, components, emissions and vibrations – all while providing cleaner, quieter machines. “Doosan Bobcat is at the forefront of…

Hitachi has unveiled the ZW180-7, a smaller 7th generation model from its Stage V-compliant wheel loader range, which has been designed to appeal to both owners and operators. With industry-leading safety features and improved comfort in the cab, operators feel in control of their workspace. Owners benefit from the new model’s exceptional efficiency and maximum…

An independent Land Rover specialist has bought one of the first of JCB’s brand new 3.5-tonne mini excavators. Purchased by Bridgwater-based C.W. Feltham Ltd, the 36C-1 is a conventional tailswing mini excavator and is a totally new addition to the JCB range. It provides increased productivity with more reach, stability and lifting performance which will…

M&J Evans Group (M&J Evans), a customer of CASE Construction Equipment and dealer Warwick Ward, has acquired 20 CASE excavators equipped with 360-degree cameras and SiteWatch telematics, continuing the company’s CASE machine acquisition programme. Machine availability, alongside an interest in assessing reliability, operator comfort, fuel savings and total cost of ownership, are behind the investment…

Machinery operators can now place orders for Doosan’s new DX50Z, DX55R and DX100W-7 excavators using the Doobiz system. Priority allocation is not guaranteed if you have previously reserved one of these machines with Sales or DST – please place actual orders in the system as soon as possible. DX100W-7: Much anticipated, the DX100W-7 is designed…

To power large, mobile crushing and screening equipment, Sandvik is investing in renewable fuel. Working alongside Finning the company has confirmed that they have successfully used HVO with C series Cat® engines without making any modifications to the engine or fuel tanks. HVO is a form of renewable synthetic diesel, its acronym standing for ‘hydrogen-treated…

Doosan has launched their new DX-7 Series Excavators. With numerous upgrades and improvements across the board, the company says that the new line-up represents “the best combination of performance, smooth and intuitive controls, sustainable manufacturing and unbeatable value for money for customers.” The new range starts with the 14.4 tonne DX140LC-7 and extends right up…

The upgraded Komatsu PW148-11, PW158-11 and PW160-11 wheeled excavators now meet EU stage V emissions regulations, and deliver more power. Improvements have been made to operator comfort, with smart safety initiatives, improved ergonomics,  advances in travel performance and controllability, plus easy servicing and high levels of standard specifications. “Every job has something special”, says Michael…

Volvo CE have recognised that there is no point in running electrically powered construction machinery if the infrastructure is not in place to support it – or the working practices altered to suit the machinery. The company is therefore carrying out a research project with partners to explore every aspect of the ‘electric ecosystem’ to…

It is a rare beast – and a large one at that. The first example of Volvo’s largest excavator, the EC950F has been delivered to Aitik – Sweden’s largest open-pit copper mine. Ore is mined using the machines 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This requires large, powerful and productive excavators. There are…

Caterpillar have released more information on their recently launched 4 and 5-tonne mini excavators – the 304 and 305CR which perform 20% better than their E2 counterparts. They have more power to the pumps, higher bucket breakout forces and deeper standard digging depths to increase performance. Their industry-leading grease intervals and extended filter service life,…

Fortunately, not a wedding anniversary, otherwise someone would be in big trouble.  The electric telehandler was bought by Caterham-based, Croudace Homes to celebrate its 75th anniversary. Founded in 1946, Croudace Homes has purchased the brand new JCB Loadall 525-60E compact telescopic handler – its first fully electric telescopic handler – as part of its commitment…

A series of improvements to the existing model – the Liebherr LTM 1110-5.1 mobile crane has created a new model variant – the LTM 1110 5.2.  These improvements are substantial involving the crane control system, the driver’s cab and the gearbox. The Liebherr 110 tonne crane, which was first unveiled at Bauma 2019, features the…

Well-known as an engine manufacture, Yanmar have developed a strong reputation in the manufacture of mini-diggers.  Now the company is going full circle with a mini excavator with no internal combustion engine with its first electric mini excavator prototype: the new SV17e. “Our aim, together with our dealer partners, is to build stronger relationships and…

Hamilton-based Fraser Tool Hire has bought the milestone machine – a JCB 86C-2 midi excavator model – which joins more than 150 existing JCB excavators in the company’s fleet. With compact models ranging from micro excavators to 10-tonne midi excavators Fraser Tool Hire has invested over £8 million in JCB excavators alone since it was…

The first of a series of a new generation of 3-Series mobile crushers, Sandvik has revealed its new QI353 mid-size impactor. The company says that the QI353 has been built with more productivity, uptime, efficiency, flexibility, connectivity and safety at the forefront of its design. Quarry, Recycling & Contractor Market The Sandvik QI353 features a…

JCB’s hydrogen engine has won one of the oldest and most prestigious awards in British automotive engineering honouring technical achievement. At a ceremony in London, JCB Chairman Lord Bamford was presented with the Royal Automobile Club’s Dewar Trophy for the company’s development of a hydrogen fuel motor. It is the third time that JCB’s innovations…

Two Hitachi ZX530LCH-7 large excavators have been delivered by Switzerland’s authorised Hitachi dealer, Probst Maveg. The new Zaxis-7 models have high traction and steering power, which is particularly advantageous in quarries and gravel pits. Productivity is up, thanks to an improved front speed and increased engine output, with 11% reduced fuel consumption compared to previous…