Tarmac calls for new thinking to reduce roadworks disruption as traffic levels rise
Tarmac has called for new thinking in road construction and greater use of warm mix asphalt to reduce disruption from roadworks, as a new survey* shows people believe traffic levels across the UK are almost back to pre-pandemic levels.Nea... Read Full ArticleMecalac unveils new transmission for MCR crawler skid excavators
The Mecalac 6MCR, 8MCR and 10MCR tracked skid excavators are now equipped with ‘Speed Control’ travel management system as sta... Read Full ArticleHS2 uses new pioneering low carbon concrete to reduce carbon emissions in construction
As part of its ambition to build the most sustainable high-speed railway in the world, HS2 contractors in London have begun using a new low carbon concrete product which provides a reduction of 42% in CO2 in comparison to a standard concrete. ... Read Full ArticleAll new Hyundai HX85A concept machine enters the UK and European markets
As an extension of Hyundai’s range of medium-size excavators - and in response to requests from Hyundai customers – the all-new HX85A concept machine enters the UK and European markets. This compact excavator in the 8 – 9 ton... Read Full ArticleDoosan aims for top spot with new ‘DL-7’ Wheel Loader Range
- Award-winning Design offering Superb Performance and Operator Comfort -Doosan Infracore Europe has launched the company’s new ‘DL-7’ wheel loader range, introducing a complete line of next gen... Read Full ArticleFM Conway secures new 8-year London Highway Maintenance and Projects Framework with Transport for London
Leading infrastructure services company FM Conway has been awarded the new Transport for London (TfL) Highway Maintenance and Projects Framework (HMF) for the South region.The contract, which commences on 1st April and will run... Read Full ArticleBespoke low temperature drying equipment.
Based in Wickhambrook, near Newmarket, family owned BG Europa (UK) Ltd have provided specialist drying plants for many industries, including dryers for aggregates, sand, slag, mineral, glass and recovered aluminium.With increased demand B... Read Full ArticleAsphalt recycling with a zero-carbon footprint at Famenne Enrobés
In the beautiful territory of Marche en Famenne in Belgium, the company Famenne Enrobés produces and supplies hydrocarbon coatings for the road sector. With a staff of 15 employees they manage besides their offices, an asphalt productio... Read Full ArticleConcrete firm set for growth with Liebherr fleet expansion
Ready mixed concrete supplier The Ashcourt Group has returned to Liebherr GB for additional equipment to satisfy increased demand for its products...The company already runs a Betomix batching plant, a number of HTM 404, 704 and ... Read Full ArticleControl and protect your working height with height limiting systems from GKD
UK based, GKD Technologies design, develop and produce height, slew and load safety control systems for general construction equipment and Road Rail vehicles (RRV’s).The company has recently seen a significant increase in demand for... Read Full ArticleNew Rapid Pan Concrete Mixer doubles output
Rapid International, recently supplied Eco Readymix, one of the UK’s largest ready-mix concrete, mortar and floor screed suppliers, with a new R3000 3.0m3 Rapid pan concrete mixer. The new concrete mixer forms an integral part of the company... Read Full ArticleFirst Rotar RCC Concrete Cutter in the UK has been instrumental in tearing down the infamous ‘Berlin Wall’ in Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester
The Rotar RCC Concrete Cutter has been instrumental in tearing down the infamous ‘Berlin Wall’ in Piccadilly Gardens in the centre of Manchester, as part of a revitalisation project for the area.The unique Rotar RCC, the first... Read Full ArticleMaterial transport made easy
When transporting materials, especially if uneven ground conditions are involved, dumpers are the helpers in demand on every construction site. For this, Wacker Neuson offers various wheel dumpers from one to ten metric tons payload. The ... Read Full ArticleMission impossible - Not for everyone!
5 exceptional contractors show us how “extreme” a job site can be, without using stunt-man special effects...How to save thousands of dollars while developing nine thousand kilometers (five thousand ... Read Full ArticleLeica 2D/3D Semi-Automation Ready Kit from Doosan
Doosan has launched a new optional ready kit for the 2D/3D semi-automation system from Leica Geosystems for the company&... Read Full ArticleRapid International Continues Expansion with Launch of Two New Divisions - Rapid Tumbler & Rapid Power Generation.
Rapid International, global manufacturers of mixing technology, recently announced the launch of two new divisions, Rapid Tumbler and Rapid Power Generation. Rapid Tumbler supplies premium, lightweight concrete truck mixers to the UK & Ire... Read Full ArticleLiebherr at the double
After experiencing problems with his wheeled loaders, James Greenwood needed something more reliable to cope with higher production levels. Liebherr provided it…twiceJames is managing director of Ready Mix Tees Valley and ... Read Full ArticleOne wrench to rule them all - Enerpac announces HMT Series Modular Torque Wrenches
Designed to be interchangeable with a wide range of hydraulic torque wrenches and cassettes on the market, the new Enerpac HMT Series is a flexible, two-in-one tool can be used with a low-profile hex or square drive casse... Read Full ArticleSanitary Rotary Batch Mini Mixer wash down rated.
A new Sanitary Rotary Batch Mini Mixer on a mobile frame can de-agglomerate and blend up to 142 ℓ of dry bulk ingred... Read Full ArticleThe CASE CX60C: the mini excavator at the heart of fighting cancer this Movember.
Whilst there have been many casualties due to COVID-19, one of the hardest hit services has been hospital treatment for illnesses such as cancer. This is not just unique to the UK; we have seen similar stories across Europe. In France for example,... Read Full Article