AUSA, the manufacturer of compact all-terrain industrial vehicles showed off its range of electric vehicles for the first time and launched a new brand image that is being applied to all of its machines at this year’s Bauma. Exceeding the best forecasts AUSA was present at Bauma with a large outdoor stand, where it displayed…

The Countess of Wessex, Patron of the NSPCC, carried out a double engagement at JCB – to officially open a new £100 million factory and to receive a £300,000 cheque for the children’s charity. The Countess visited JCB Cab Systems, Uttoxeter, and during a tour, Her Royal Highness was given an insight into the hi-tech…

The new Caterpillar 352 Hydraulic Excavator combines more power and a heavier counterweight to work with larger tools. The result is greater production for more profit potential. “Built for big jobs, the 352 delivers unmatched performance in its size class,” said Brian Abbott, Caterpillar global product manager for large hydraulic excavators. “It can be equipped…

Takeuchi demonstrated their recently introduced TB335R and brand-new TB350R and TB395W models at Bauma last month. Many other Takeuchi compact excavators and compact track loaders were on site, including the world’s first 360-degree compact excavator, the TB1000, which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2021. “With the TB1000, Takeuchi created what has become one of the…

Euro Auctions sale on the 30th November to 3rd December features the subject of this week’s front cover – a lineup of JCB 540-170 telehandlers. These are joined by the usual wide choice of excavators, dozers, dumpers and loaders that visitors to the Leeds sale have become accustomed to. If ex-military is your thing, then…

Thwaites is launching an all-new, all electric 3-tonne dumper. The machine has been designed with contractors and hirers in mind. The 3-tonne electric machine that was displayed at BAUMA, will be an advanced concept machine, with the go to market version being available in 2023. Thwaites General Sales Manager, Andy Sabin said, “As the demand…

A brand-new search is underway to find the oldest working Kubota construction, agricultural or groundcare machine in the UK. The machinery manufacturer will be documenting the search across its social media channels, with a host of top prizes up for grabs for the oldest working machines. The search forms part of Kubota’s wider celebrations at…

Bobcat has introduced a new 2-tonne mini-excavator to supplement its expanding range of electrically powered machines. The E19e – an electric version of Bobcat’s E19 internal-combustion (IC) model – offers zero emissions, low-noise operation and comparable levels of performance to its diesel-powered counterpart. Scott Park, Doosan Bobcat CEO, commented: “With the introduction of the E19e,…

Sheehan Haulage & Plant Hire are advertising their 2008 Komatsu D65PX-15 dozer in this week’s photo lineages and also takes pride of place on the front cover. With 11,000 hours, the machine is in good working order. Browse through this listings this week for a choice of telehandlers and wheel loaders for sale. Also check…

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is investing into the future of its facility in Braås, Sweden, the home of its range of articulated haulers, as a signal of its commitment to lead the transformation across all products toward a more sustainable construction future. Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has announced its intention to invest SEK…

More than 150 new jobs for apprentices and graduates are up for grabs at JCB as the company today launches its application process for its Early Careers Programme. The Staffordshire digger giant has today begun inviting applications for its 2023 intake, with competition expected to be fierce after more than 2,000 people applied for places…

The Komatsu PC950-11 hydraulic excavator has made its European debut at the bauma 2022 international fair in Munich. Tipping the scales at over 95 tonnes, the PC950-11 incorporates the latest Komatsu engine, hydraulic, and control technologies to deliver productivity levels approaching 50 percent more, and fuel efficiency increases of 40 percent higher, than the PC800-8…

This week’s front cover sees one of just a few excavators heading for the CVA sale this month. Check out the advert on page 21 for more details of the sale of this Volvo EC300 DL excavator from 2012. It is joined by a late 2021 JCB 245XR excavator with just 1,254 hours. To help…

Doosan’s newest UK Dealer, Blue Machinery Central, attended RWM and Let’s Recycle Live at Birmingham NEC Arena on 14-15 September 2022, with one of the largest stands. Together with their own exhibition unit providing hospitality to customer old and new, they displayed a large array of equipment from Doosan and their complimentary brands. They also…

Following on from its success in the North American market, Bobcat’s line-up of innovative ground maintenance equipment (GME) is now available to customers across the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region. The news was announced at Bauma 2022, which is currently taking place in Munich, Germany. Gul Nalcaci, Senior Product Manager for the company’s…

To improve machine efficiency in nursery and landscape applications, Caterpillar has introduced new attachments for its range of Cat Skid Steer Loaders (SSL), Compact Track Loaders (CTL) and Compact Wheel Loaders (CWL). These purpose-built attachments cover multiple tasks, including the handling and scooping of trees, shrubs and bushes, removing and carrying stumps, and loading mulch….

Komatsu Europe has revealed an all -new range of EU Stage V emissions compliant skid steer loaders, the SK715-8, SK815-8 and SK820-8. The “dash 8”.  “The new Komatsu skid steer loader family provide a powerful, efficient, and user-friendly environment while retaining their iconic uncompromising reliability and durability” says Alex Visentin, product manager for the new…

A rare brand features on this week’s front cover – a Lee Boy motor grader. According to the seller, Plantmaster UK, the machine is around the same size as the more common CAT 14H grader. Powered by a Cummins 6 BT engine, the machine has all the mod cons including aircon and comes with all…

Caterpillar Work Tools Division has announced the new Tilt Rotate System (TRS) models for Cat 302.7 to 310 Next Generation Mini Excavators. The new TRS4 and TRS8 S45 plus updated TRS6 models allow attached work tools to rotate 360 degrees and tilt 40 degrees side-to-side. This enables the machine to reach more work areas from…

Komatsu Europe has revealed the latest PC138US-11 excavator as a new addition to its EU Stage V emissions compliant excavator family. This upgraded Komatsu machine was presented at the bauma 2022 international fair in Munich in October.The PC138US-11 retains all the customer values of the previous model, and additionally benefits from EU Stage V emissions…