Mecalac has designed the Revotruck, a unique dumper that combines cab rotation with exceptional off-road capabilities. Already the winner of five awards, including the prestigious Red Dot Design Awards “Best of the Best”, the Revotruck builds on the success of the dumper range to offer increases in safety. Although dumpers are an effective means of…

The neat little forklift on this week’s front cover is heading through the impressive UK Auctions annual European sale starting on 12th June. There will be a selection of similar sized machines plus trucks, loaders and generators galore. To view the inventory as soon as it becomes live view their UK Auctions page at Plant…

JCB has begun work on a new $500 million factory in North America – the biggest-ever investment in the company’s history. The start of construction was signalled at an official ground breaking ceremony at the site in San Antonio, Texas, where The Hon. Alice Bamford, daughter of company Chairman Anthony Bamford, cut the first sod…

More than 700 customers, dealers, suppliers and journalists from across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) headed to Doosan Bobcat EMEA’s campus in Dobříš, Czechia for Bobcat Demo Days 2024. From 21 May to 5 June, attendees received unprecedented access to the organisation’s comprehensive equipment lineup over a series of 10 intense full-day experiences….

Here’s a solid looking workhorse. The 2008 Volvo L150F wheeled loader looks ready to go to work and comes with just one owner and is fitted with a reversing camera system. Sold by Plantmaster, all of their details are to be found on their advert on the inside front cover of this week’s magazine. Remember,…

Thwaites has announced the furthering of their distributor agreement and partnership with The Molson Group. The new territory appointment covers the English county of Cumbria and commenced on June 3rd 2024.  Molson Equipment were recently appointed approved distributor for the Northeast of England, following confirmation earlier this year of Molson Young Plant Sales appointment to…

A machine built to celebrate the 70th birthday of the JCB backhoe loader is set to play a major role in training the operators of the future. Sheffield-based K-Plant Hire has taken delivery of one of the first Platinum Edition JCB backhoe loaders – introduced to commemorate the special anniversary of the iconic machine. The…

Machine performance, productivity, operator acceptance, fuel consumption and dealer back-up are all contributing factors in Welsh groundworks contractor Hywel Griffiths Plant Hire and Groundworks’ continued move to a CASE Construction Equipment fleet of machinery. The company, established 28 years ago from its base in Clunderwen near Carmarthen in South Wales, first turned to the CASE…

At Volvo Days 2024, Volvo CE will present product launches and a fresh solutions-based approach – enabling sustainable change for customers in both regulated and less regulated markets. Taking place in Eskilstuna, Sweden, Volvo Days is the first major showcase since the company announced the site as its new corporate headquarters in August last year….

Volvo CE has inaugurated new facilities at its plants in Changwon, South Korea and Braås, Sweden to support its strategy to offer more sustainable solutions to its customers and meet its ambitious sustainability commitments. An investment totaling SEK 440 million ($40.5 million) has been used to develop its facilities in Changwon and Braås Kamel Sid,…

The Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, Claire Coutinho MP, paid a visit to JCB to see for herself the progress being made by the British manufacturer of construction equipment and agricultural machinery on decarbonisation using hydrogen combustion engine technology. The Energy Secretary’s visit started at JCB Power Systems, Derbyshire, where a…

Oshkosh Corporation, an equipment manufacturer has announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire AUSA, a privately held international company and manufacturer of wheeled dumpers, rough terrain forklifts and telehandlers for the construction, material handling, agriculture, landscape and specialty equipment industries. Upon closing, AUSA will become part of the Oshkosh Access segment. “AUSA’s history…

Komatsu Europe has introduced a new sorting and demolition grapple range, the latest addition to the Komatsu attachments portfolio. The new grapple range includes all grapples coming as standard with a load control valve included. The main areas of focus were on low maintenance cost and a long lifetime of the attachments. This was achieved…

Caterpillar has announced their three new Cat® Hydraulic Connecting CW (HCCW) coupler models. Connecting seamlessly to the machine’s hydraulics, HCCW quick couplers allow operators to switch between hydraulic attachments with full functionality in seconds from the safety of the cab. Compatible with any Cat hydraulic attachment, quick changes with the HCCW give the operator the…

Takeuchi have now added 4WS with Crab-Mode and mudguards as an option on the New TB395W wheeled excavator. 4WS / 4WS-Crab and 2WS provide enhanced versatility on sites for improved traction and manoeuvrability where space is limited. The TB395W combines powerful excavating performance and higher travel speeds for both on- and off-road applications. Other options…

Here’s a good piece of kit heading to go under the hammer with bidding ending on 22nd May at 3pm. It is a 2019 JCB Hydradig 110W wheeled excavator. S/No. JCBW11CFEK2851056 and comes with a Steelwrist Model X12-S45-PFL Tiltrotator (2019), McQuaid Engineering HG10 SWL 1500 Kgs Hydraulic Grab, Steelwrist PF45-S45 Pallet Fork, GGR Group Glass…

Win a Vegas Trip Courtesy of JCB All bets are off as JCB gives the UK’s best tracked excavator operator the chance to win an all-expenses paid trip to Las Vegas. JCB is looking for an operator with the X Factor during the JCB UK Operator Challenge. The winner will be crowned JCB’s Excavator Operator…

Yanmar Compact Equipment EMEA has revealed its electric construction equipment at Intermat 2024. A trio of machines that includes fully electric wheel loader, mini-excavator, and tracked carrier. The zero emission and cordless-in-use V8e, SV17e and C08e are tailored to operate on sustainable construction projects and indoor work environments – without compromising on power and performance….

Banner Plant and Tool Hire recently hosted the #MakeItVisible event as part of the Lighthouse Charity’s UK tour around the importance of positive mental health and wellbeing. The event gathered praise from attendees, including customers, suppliers, and the Banner team, for its impactful message and engaging presentations. Dale and Rob delivered a relatable Toolbox talk,…

Plant Master are showing their 2013 CASE CX300 excavator for sale on this week’s front cover. Made by Sumitomo, it is a 30 tonne excavator complete with a hammer line, quick hitch and has been well looked after. Find the contact details on the Plant Master advert on the inside front cover. Remember, there’s always…