Volvo CE has announced the start of its Iron Women program, a global vocational initiative enabling women to get specialised training for operating construction machines. The Iron Women program builds on a concept originally introduced by Volvo Trucks in 2016, which has since enabled over 700 women across 10 countries to enter the professional world…

Profits at construction equipment manufacturer JCB rose to £805.8 million in 2023, the company announced today. Sales turnover grew to £6.5 billion and machine sales increased to 123,228. The Group maintained a strong balance sheet with no net borrowings throughout 2023. JCB CEO Graeme Macdonald said: “Despite a global market for construction and agricultural machinery…

What did we do before telehandlers were invented? These flexible tools are now part of many industries from construction to farming – and the 2003 model JCB 532/120 telehandler would work well in any environment. A 4x4x4 model with a 3.3 tonne lift and 12 metre reach, there’s no end to the tasks this machine…

Southwest Groundworks & Civil Engineering Contractor, Tithegrove Ltd have agreed a deal with Thwaites approved distributor CBL to acquire 22 x Thwaites dumpers. The deal is significant as the company has, after a comprehensive 18-month review, decided to purchase and create its own fleet of core range construction equipment. All to support its growing list…

Volvo CE is celebrating the opening of their new production facilities for electric wheel loaders at its plant in Arvika, Sweden. The building in Arvika is the latest development for the Swedish site which specialises in manufacturing medium and large wheel loaders. Measuring approximately 1,500 sq m and constructed in less than a year following…

Mecalac has launched a range of hydraulic breakers: the MB30, MB40, MB50 and MB80 (MB, Mecalac Breaker). Offering four breakers of different calibres, Mecalac is able to respond effectively to a multitude of needs. In fact, by adjusting the combination of hammer model and machine size, it is possible to respond effectively to all levels…

 JLG Industries, a global manufacturer of mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) and telehandlers, itself owned by Oshkosh Corporation has completed the acquisition of AUSA. This acquisition adds the market-leading brand’s compact all-terrain machines for the transportation and material handling to the company’s Access segment. Following the acquisition of Hinowa in 2023, the AUSA acquisition further…

Caterpillar has introduced eight, new next generation Cat Skid Steer Loader (SSL) and Compact Track Loader (CTL) models. Four new Cat SSLs – the Cat 250, 260, 270, and 270 XE – mark the introduction of the next generation design to the SSL line. Meanwhile, the new Cat 275, 275 XE, 285 and 285 XE…

An equipment hirer has invested in £17 million worth of new JCB machines as the company prepares to mark its 20th birthday.  Plant Hire UK was founded in 2005 and since that time has placed more than £200 million worth of orders with JCB – equivalent to more than 5,000 new JCB machines. The latest…

JCB’s engine business has marked its 20th birthday with a celebration to thank employees for their vital role in its continuing success. Since 2004, JCB Power Systems in Foston, Derbyshire, has gone from producing three engines a day to making almost 300. It has become a world leader in the design, development and manufacture of…

A novel application for a mini digger in the construction industry has been revealed by Develon in Spain where a company is using a new Develon DX20Z-7 model in a novel way of working for many companies in the sector. The two tonne Develon DX20Z-7 mini-excavator was recently purchased by Ciment i Estructures Costa Brava,…

What did we do before telehandlers were invented? These flexible tools are now part of many industries from construction to farming – and the 2003 model JCB 532/120 telehandler would work well in any environment. A 4x4x4 model with a 3.3 tonne lift and 12 metre reach, there’s no end to the tasks this machine…

Develon has launched the DX235RTF-7 Tunnelling Excavator, a new extension to the company’s line-up of Special Application machines. The DX235RTF-7 is based on Develon’s well-established DX235LCR-7 reduced radius crawler excavator and is powered by a DL06V Stage V engine, providing 141 kW (189 HP) of power. The DX235RTF-7 utilises the successful compact design and minimum…

JCB dealer, Watling JCB, has expanded its territory into the West Midlands with the acquisition of Midlands JCB. This highly-respected family business has been JCB’s dealer in the East Midlands and East Anglia since 1976. It has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the sales and support of JCB construction equipment and generators, winning…

A neat Caterpillar 312BL tracked excavator is highlighted on the front cover of this week’s magazine. It looks in good condition with undercarriage in solid condition. It can be bought from Plantmaster – see their advert on the inside front cover of the magazine. Remember, there’s always tonnes of farm machinery for sale at our…

Hitachi UK offer their advice on fuel saving Fuel consumption is a significant operational cost in the construction industry. Reducing fuel usage not only cuts costs but also minimises environmental impact, which is another important consideration for today’s job sites. Here are some effective strategies that construction machinery operators and owners can adopt to achieve…

Tru7 Group has invested in a fleet of 20 new JCB 140X tracked excavators – much to the delight of the company’s operators. The major Ipswich-based construction group has bought the JCB X Series models to operate on general construction and housebuilding sites as well as working on high-profile energy contracts across the UK. Supplied…

Caterpillar has introduced multiple technology and performance updates on the next generation Wheel Loaders to increase productivity and operating ease. The new auto front differential lock engages the differential lock to recover or maintain traction. Additionally, upgrades to both auto front and rear differential locks are options for the wheel loaders. The auto lock is…

CASE Construction Equipment has introduced their new D-series: 836D and 856D. Boasting many of the operator comfort and productivity benefits launched with the previous C-Series machines, the D-Series models take the operator’s cabin to a new level of comfort, with precision, intuitive moldboard control, powerful Dual Power engines and a comprehensive range of after-sales solutions…

Hyster has launched a new ‘2-in-1’ truck combining the benefits of both a Low Level Order Picker and a ride on Pallet Truck. The Hyster Order Picker Pallet Truck is tough enough that manufacturing sites and industrial warehouses can use the same truck to pick up loads and then place them directly into the back…