This week sees a 2007 Nissan FD70 7 tonne, 6 cylinder diesel forklift featured on the front cover courtesy of Plant Master. It is in good all round condition and is fitted with a low mast and tyres in good condition. Check out all the details on the inside front cover of the magazine. Remember,…

Road surfacing specialists take note of this week’s front cover machine. It’s an ABG Titan 473-2 paver from 2005. It has brand new screens and tampers and is showing 10,47 hours. Kept as a back up machine, it can be seen working at the seller, Nelson Anderson’s site in Essex. Full details of this and…

The CAT M332D Scrape/Waste Handler on this week’s front cover may not be pretty, but it has a grerat heritage. Straight from a national company, the machine is heading for the GPSV sale ending on the 25th July showing 17,989 hours. It is located in Leyburn and can be seen by appointment – see full…

Komatsu has introduced a significant upgrade to its crawler excavator operator cab that acknowledges that operator comfort is key to jobsite efficiency. “We already provide our customers with highly productive and efficient machines,” says Vince Porteous, Product Manager at Komatsu Europe. “With the new operator cab, we’ve taken a significant step forward by increasing operator…

Exclusive to Cat machines and undercarriages, the proprietary Cat Track Wear Sensor (CTWS) remotely monitors undercarriage wear to better predict wear out, plan maintenance and increase machine uptime. Monitored within the Cat Wear Management System, the new CTWS wirelessly communicates critical track link wear information from the machine to the dealer for monitoring. Timed alert…

JCB has developed a fully glazed, heated ROPS/FOPS cab alternative for the 403E electric compact wheeled loader. The cab comes complete with heated front and rear screens, a heated seat, and an efficient three-speed heater with boost feature. It is also possible to pre-condition the cab while charging, to preserve traction battery power and potential…

Hitachi Construction Machinery (UK) Offers Guidance In recent years, construction machinery theft has become a pressing concern across Europe, posing significant challenges to contractors, rental companies, and manufacturers. As a leading equipment provider, Hitachi is committed to providing customers with solutions to protect their investment and prevent it from being stolen. The scale of equipment…

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,…

Caterpillar has recently updated its VisionLink Productivity web service, rolling out three innovative features: Cat Grade and Compact, Operator Coaching, and E-Ticketing. Aimed at providing managers with a comprehensive view of jobsite efficiency and machinery use, this integrated service is a scalable, cloud-based solution that aggregates and interprets data from any machine subscribed and fitted…

JCB is expanding its rotating telescopic handler range with the launch of the JCB 558-210R PRO and the 558-260R PRO. The range-topping machines feature increased lift capacity, a higher standard specification, a range of new options and attachments, plus a three-year warranty. Key features include:  The 21-metre lift 558-210R PRO and the 588-260R PRO, which…

Develon, (previously Doosan) has launched the new DX140RDM-7, the latest addition to the company’s range of demolition excavators. Like the three larger models from 31 to 61 tonne, the new DX140RDM-7 22.5 tonne demolition excavator offers multiple configurations to choose from, providing the customer with a range of solutions depending on the project to be…

 JCB has expanded its X Series range of crawler excavators with the launch of the brand new 145XR – a second reduced tailswing model that delivers performance and productivity with compact dimensions and a full-size operator cab. Key features include: Compact Counterweight The 145XR reduced tailswing model builds upon the success of JCB’s larger 245XR,…

JCB has launched a new product to help customers monitor the location of all powered or non-powered equipment, regardless of its size, function, or brand. The LiveLink Asset Tag is a small battery-powered, Bluetooth-transmitting device that can be fixed to any asset – from hand tools, machine attachments such as breakers, buckets, and sweeper collectors,…

This week’s issue is jam packed with plant machinery heading through the UK’s main auction houses. Some specialist machinery heading to the Malcolm Harrison Prees, Shropshire Sale on the 13th July, including the start of the front cover, a 2019 Tana Shark 440D tracked shredder which sits alongside plenty of other waste recycling machines. CVA…

Hunt Forest Group (HFG), the South and South-West dealer for Yanmar, is celebrating the grand opening of its latest and most ambitious facility yet: a cutting-edge “super depot” located in Green Ore, Somerset. Perfectly positioned at the crossroads of Bristol and Wales, the vast new depot is poised to dramatically elevate the level of service…

We hear from MEWP manufacturers, Haulotte UK, who tell us wen we should be steering away from diesel platforms and using an electric lift. Diesel lifts dominate rental fleets, making up about 70% of the inventory. Users of aerial work platforms typically rely on diesel models. However, for specific applications and job sites, electric lifts…

JCB has developed a Lever Steer option for its large platform wheeled loaders, designed to deliver enhanced comfort and control for the operator, particularly in repetitive loading operations. Available as part of the company’s JCB Controls option pack, the Lever Steer option is incorporated into an ergonomically-designed lever armrest that sits to the left of…

Takeuchi’s new TB320 is a mini excavator/tool-carrier designed for multi-attachment use and comes with proportional control on auxiliary 1 & 2, 3rd auxiliary pre-piped for quick hitch and an optional 4th aux as a factory fitted option. With excellent 40l/min flow rate this new 2-tonne is adaptable for a variety of hydraulic attachments including: mulchers,…

Vögele has revealed the new Dash 5 generation of their SUPER 1800 paver range. Here are the key facts about the successful model at a glance. More than 30 years ago,Vögele presents the first SUPER 1800, thereby making the start to an unmatched success story. The compact and extremely versatile road paver is suitable for…

Takeuchi revealed their new 7-tonne wheeled excavator, the TB370W  at Hillhead for the first time in the UK. The new model meets the growing demand for more compact sized rubber ducks. It shares the TB370 design concept, the very successful 7-t tracked excavator launched 4- years ago. Recently launched at Intermat and expected to be…