Bobcat has extended the company’s R2-Series of mini-excavators with the launch of the new E88 8 tonne Stage V compliant model, replacing the previous E85 M-Series machine. The E88 delivers outstanding performance from a compact dimension machine, superb operator comfort and excellent stability with high digging output. The E88 provides the operator with the full…

In 2021, with the APS and BPS series, Wacker Neuson launched three new single direction electric and conventional drive vibratory plates into the market. Two further battery-powered plates, APS1550e and APS2050e, and their petrol-powered counterparts BPS1550 and BPS2050, are now being added to the range. Also, the first diesel-powered model is being added to the…

It will be a little like phones used to be – where you could slide the battery out to replace with a different one in seconds. Not yet ready for Europe, Komatu’s PC01E-1 micro excavator is launching the machine, developed jointly with Honda as a rental model. Komatsu and Honda have developed the PC01E-1 by…

The revised Wacker Neuson wheel dumper DW50 has been optimized for safety, performance and comfort. A variety of new details make the machine the safe helper in material transport: the hill hold function prevents the machine from rolling back when stopped on a slope. Also, seat belt monitoring means the operator must first fasten the…

Prime Minister Boris today officially opened JCB’s newest factory in India as the company strengthens is global manufacturing presence. With 11 factories in the UK employing more than 7,500 people, JCB first began manufacturing in India in 1979 and is now the country’s leading producer of construction equipment. Today Mr Johnson visited JCB’s latest factory…

Scottish Groundworker, Advance Construction Scotland, have placed an order for some 40 Thwaites cabbed dumpers. The deal was facilitated and concluded via Thwaites approved distributor for the Scottish central belt and the highlands, Molson Young Plant Sales. The cabbed dumpers in the deal are a mix of both 6-tonne and 9-tonne front tip, stage V…

Combining traditional craftsmanship with contemporary designs, Rose Builders located in Manningtree, Essex, has earned itself a reputation for delivering the very highest standards of design and construction. With a sustainable business built on quality, a solid reputation, and a desire to improve the communities in which it works, this fourth-generation family-run house building company is…

Hyster has expanded its range of warehouse equipment with the efficient new P1.6UT pedestrian pallet truck. Designed to be affordable to own, easy to maintain and fit for many applications, the new Hyster® pallet truck can lift loads up to 1.6 tonnes. The slimline and lightweight model is easy to manoeuvre, and stable with good…

Liebherr has redeveloped and fundamentally revised its range of mid-sized wheel loaders. The newly-designed lift arm ensures maximum breakout, holding and lowering forces. It has optimised z-bar kinematics and improved working hydraulics. Increases in engine power and tipping loads prepare the wheel loaders for demanding operations in various sectors, such as excavation, recycling or log…

Collier Quarrying & Recycling Ltd. Have invested in a new hybrid scalper for their quarrying and recycling application in Fife, Scotland. The first Hybrid “e” equipped QE442 to be delivered in Scotland, this latest investment will give Colliers the versatility to switch between diesel-hydraulic and electric-hydraulic modes of operation, enabling them to lower their running…

Demonstrating the potential of electric power on a global stage, Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) will become the Official Construction Equipment Supplier to the new fully electric FIA World Rallycross Championship (World RX). The three-year partnership will see Volvo CE put to work a mix of its electric construction equipment and its most sustainable solutions…

Doosan has launched their new DX27Z-7 2.8 tonne and DX35Z-7 3.9 tonne Stage V compliant mini-excavators. Both new models provide a larger working range than the previous generation machines as well as other mini-excavators in this part of the market, together with higher lifting capacities and digging forces. DoosanCONNECT Telematics Another important feature of the…

After completing the launch of its entire range of dumpers with higher payloads, 6 and 10 tonnes, AUSA is continuing to upgrade its equipment with the new D301AHG site dumper, which has a 3,000 kg payload. A completely new dumper, designed with the aim of delivering higher productivity and a better return on investment for…

Increased Comfort and Controllability The enhanced cab offers more features as standard than most other machines on the market, ensuring super controllability and high precision in all applications. Standard features include: Keyless start (Doosan Smart Key) & remote door lock/unlock Parallel wiper system covering a larger window area Operator ID/Password functionality (setting operator authorization to…

In a shared commitment to reduce its environmental impact, Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is making it easier for customers to reach their own carbon reduction goals with personalized plans. Taking advantage of its existing solutions and services, Volvo CE has developed a step-by-step approach with the CO2 Reduction Program to help customers realise their…

Komatsu Europe has revealed their EU Stage V upgrade for all its backhoe loader range. The new WB93R-8, WB97R-8, WB93S-8, and WB97S-8 now feature an EU Stage V compliant engine along with proven aftertreatment technologies. They also retain all the values of the previous models. “Following the successful introduction of the -8 range, the new…

Plant hirer Waitings is tickled pink with its newest heavyweight JCB 200X excavator – literally. The latest 22-tonne excavator to join the family firm’s fleet doesn’t come in traditional JCB yellow but in pink – in tribute to a much-loved member of the founding family. And each time the machine digs a clump of earth…

The new Hitachi ZX220W-7 wheeled excavator has an extensive range of features designed to help control operator profitability, comfort, safety and uptime. This versatile model, the largest in the Hitachi wheeled excavator range, also benefits from impressive fuel economy from the Stage V-compliant machine. Its unique and HIOS III hydraulic system achieves higher levels of…

The quick availability of crawler cranes is a decisive factor in the 100-tonne class. A requirement that the new LR 1100.1 fulfils perfectly making it the ideal multi-purpose crane on any construction site. The new crawler crane LR 1100.1 is optimised for all typical lifting applications in the 100-tonne category. It can be configured either…

Hitachi Construction Machinery has been operating in Europe for 50 years from this year. To commemorate this important milestone, the company is celebrating its success over five decades together with its dealers and customers. A variety of events are scheduled throughout 2022 and promotional materials will be published to mark the company’s golden anniversary, including…