The Construction Index

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Plant Hire UK has placed a £17m order with dealer Gunn JCB for new machinery. Read Full Article: The Construction Index

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Construction Machinery 109

The Construction Index

JUNE 25, 2024

JCB has revealed the latest step in its research and development of hydrogen-powered construction machinery. Read Full Article: The Construction Index

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Construction Machinery 113

The Construction Index

MAY 30, 2024

Finnish machinery manufacturer Metso is set to introduce a diesel-electric crusher range for aggregate producers. Read Full Article: The Construction Index

Construction Machinery 124

Construction Machinery 124

The Construction Index

JULY 3, 2024

French construction machinery manufacturer Mecalac has launched its own range of hydraulic breakers. Read Full Article: The Construction Index

Construction Machinery 107

Construction Machinery 107

The Construction Index

JULY 29, 2024

Balfour Beatty is claiming to be the first tier one contractor to adopt human recognition cameras on certain items of plant and machinery across all its UK operations. Read Full Article: The Construction Index

Construction Machinery 110

Construction Machinery 110

The Construction Index

APRIL 17, 2024

The peripatetic trade show for construction machinery, Plantworx, is on the move again. Read Full Article: The Construction Index

Construction Machinery 120

Construction Machinery 120

The Construction Index

MARCH 14, 2024

Chinese construction machinery manufacturer Sany has begun shipping telescopic handlers to the UK. Read Full Article: The Construction Index

Construction Machinery 120

Construction Machinery 120

The Construction Index

JUNE 25, 2024

Italy’s Faresin Industries has appointed Warwick Ward (Machinery) as dealer for its diesel-powered telehandlers in the UK. Read Full Article: The Construction Index

Construction Machinery 97

Construction Machinery 97

The Construction Index

MARCH 28, 2024

Teeside waste contractor Scott Bros is to install machinery on the site of its £6m wash plant for the production of low carbon concrete. Read Full Article: The Construction Index

Construction Machinery 110

Construction Machinery 110

The Construction Index

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Oshkosh, a US manufacturer of industrial vehicles and JLG aerial work platforms, has completed the takeover of Spanish construction machinery manufacturer Ausa. Read Full Article: The Construction Index

Construction Machinery 70

Construction Machinery 70

The Construction Index

JULY 29, 2024

Sales of construction machinery equipment in the UK are lagging heavily behind 2023 levels but did improve in the spring. Read Full Article: The Construction Index

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Construction Equipment Construction Machinery 78

The Construction Index

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Construction machinery manufacturer JCB saw its global sales grow 14% last year and profits were up by more than 40%. Read Full Article: The Construction Index

Construction Machinery 62

Construction Machinery 62

The Construction Index

APRIL 29, 2024

JCB and Volvo Construction Equipment have joined a French alliance of construction machinery manufacturers and users that has been set up to promote eco-friendly machinery. Read Full Article: The Construction Index

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Construction Machinery Construction Equipment Sustainability 70

The Construction Index

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Three construction machinery trade associations have joined forces to renew the campaign for the full expensing allowance to be extended to short-term rented plant in the construction sector. Read Full Article: The Construction Index

Construction Machinery 62

Construction Machinery Construction Equipment 62

The Construction Index

AUGUST 22, 2024

Balfour Beatty has begun retrofitting machinery on a project in Glasgow to run on hydrogen. Read Full Article: The Construction Index

Construction Machinery 67

Construction Machinery 67

The Construction Index

MAY 8, 2024

Oshkosh, a US manufacturer of industrial vehicles and JKG aerial work platforms, has agreed the takeover of Spanish construction machinery manufacturer Ausa. Read Full Article: The Construction Index

Construction Machinery 76

Construction Machinery 76

The Construction Index

JUNE 9, 2024

Bristol-headquartered construction machinery dealer Molson Group saw strong growth last year but expansion came at the expense of short-term profitability. Read Full Article: The Construction Index

Construction Machinery 67

Construction Machinery 67

Roads Online

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Across the road construction and maintenance sector, safety is not just a priority – it’s a foundational commitment, particularly when working in close proximity to mobile plant and equipment. In the 2021-22 financial year, 3840 serious claims were linked to mobile plant machinery, including 10 fatalities.

Construction Machinery 105

Construction Machinery Construction Equipment Risk Management Site Planning 105

The Construction Index

JULY 1, 2024

Komatsu has completed the acquisition of GHH Group GmbH (GHH), a German manufacturer of mining and tunnelling machinery. Read Full Article: The Construction Index

Construction Machinery 62

Construction Machinery 62

Roads Online

JANUARY 15, 2024

The construction sector requires heavy-duty machinery that can efficiently execute construction projects such as the major road projects happening in Victoria. To ensure and deliver this high level of efficiency, manufacturers of construction machinery rely on solutions provided by suppliers in the industry.

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Construction Machinery Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Construction Equipment Building Optimization 104

The Construction Index

MARCH 19, 2024

Chinese construction machinery manufacturer Sunward has added two more dealers to its UK network. Read Full Article: The Construction Index

Construction Machinery 67

Construction Machinery 67

Roads Online

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Hitachi Construction Machinery is expanding its wheel loader range, developing a line suitable for infrastructure and rail works. F or those in the agricultural, waste, mining and construction sectors, the iconic orange livery of Hitachi Construction Machinery is an easily identifiable landmark of project sites.

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Construction Machinery Controls Manufacturing Infrastructure Development Maintenance 105

Roads Online

AUGUST 22, 2024

Our machinery is rigorously designed and tested to meet and exceed Australian standards, ensuring they perform optimally even in the harshest conditions.” We integrate advanced safety features and robust construction into every piece of machinery, giving our clients the confidence that their operations will run smoothly and safely.

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Construction Machinery Energy Efficiency Safety Regulations Electrical Systems 105

Roads Online

JANUARY 14, 2024

Material provided by Motion Australia The efficiency and durability of heavy machinery are crucial elements in ensuring the smooth operation and success of projects in civil construction and earthworks. He further emphasises that this not only enhances machinery operation but also extends the life and reliability of the bearings.

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Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Construction Machinery Energy Efficiency Infrastructure Development 97

Roads Online

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

JCB has pioneered a range of 100 per cent electric machinery as it works towards a more sustainable future. Just as electric vehicles on roads are becoming routine, the use of electric machinery in green construction and agriculture is also on the rise.

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Construction Machinery Construction Equipment Lifts Sustainability 59

Roads Online

JANUARY 11, 2024

“As a multitude of significant projects continues to unfold across the nation, the combination of heightened workload, demands on machinery reliability, and a commitment to safety practices presents its unique set of challenges,” says Ross Lee, Business Development Manager-HME Mining and Construction at Motion.

Construction Machinery 105

Construction Machinery Construction Equipment Infrastructure Development Government Works 105

Civil Engineer Blog

MARCH 9, 2024

Air compressors, often considered the workhorses of the construction industry, play a pivotal role in the field of civil engineering. This article delves into the […] The post The importance of air compressors in civil engineering, first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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Engineering Construction Machinery Construction Equipment 52

Roads Online

AUGUST 10, 2023

Starting out as a bobcat specialist in 1990, Dave Speranza was a subcontractor for a lot of Victoria’s Road construction companies. Fast forward to 2023 and his company, Central Asphalt Group, now provides road profiling, asphalt paving, civil construction, and heavy haulage to the roads industry. I guess it’s paid off.

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Construction Machinery Construction Equipment Quality Control Infrastructure Development 98

Roads Online

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Hydraulic cylinder seals play a crucial role in the smooth functioning of machinery used in the civil construction and earthworks industries. These seals are responsible for preventing leakage and maintaining pressure in hydraulic systems, ensuring optimal performance of heavy machinery like excavators, bulldozers, and dump trucks.

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Construction Machinery Construction Equipment Construction Management 52

Roads Online

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

As part of this push, TKR has made a commitment to constantly assess the latest machinery that the sector has to offer, to ensure that it can stay up to date and even ahead of industry standards. “A This connection, which began after one of Anderson’s former machinery supplier contacts made the switch to Tutt Bryant, has grown considerably.

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Construction Machinery Construction Equipment Infrastructure Development Project Management 52

Roads Online

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Wirtgen machinery benefits from European ingenuity, along with a design that’s perfectly suited to Australian conditions. This relationship goes far beyond just machinery. Images: Wirtgen. Wirtgen and Stabilised Pavements Australia have formed a strong bond over two decades, with both benefitting from a loyal partnership.

Construction Machinery 105

Construction Machinery Cost Control Change Management Government Works 105

Roads Online

APRIL 14, 2024

Astec machinery has played a pivotal role in Fulton Hogan’s infrastructure works overtime. A stec Industries and Fulton Hogan are two names that are synonymous with infrastructure and construction works across Australia and New Zealand. Boil says the relationship goes beyond just machinery purchases and trials. Image: Astec.

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Construction Machinery Infrastructure Development Change Management General Contracting 105

Building Radar

AUGUST 6, 2024

This article provides a comprehensive overview of automation in technology, detailing its applications and benefits while offering practical solutions for implementation. This involves the integration of software, machinery, and systems designed to streamline processes and increase operational efficiency. What is Automation?

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Building Automation Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Performance Measurement Construction Machinery 52

Roads Online

MAY 29, 2024

One swipe of the RodRadar bucket over the dig area allows operators to assess what is underground beneath the machinery – preventing potentially life-threatening service strikes. The ability of this technology to reduce the likelihood of costly service strikes would see construction progress more smoothly.

Construction Machinery 105

Construction Machinery Infrastructure Development Project Management Schedule Management 105

Roads Online

JULY 17, 2023

With nearly 70 years’ experience, the machinery manufacturer and developer has long serviced the needs of China’s infrastructure and construction sectors and has expanded to more than 300 dealers across 170 countries. The company has long developed purpose-built machinery for Australian applications, as Bethe explains.

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Construction Machinery Infrastructure Development Building Products Distribution Construction Equipment 98

Roads Online

JANUARY 21, 2024

Content provided by Motion Australia The civil and earth works industry forms the backbone of infrastructure development, encompassing projects like road construction, bridges, and building foundations. At the heart of every machinery used in civil and earth works lie bearings that enable smooth and efficient operation.

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Construction Machinery Material Handling Infrastructure Development Building Design 105

Construction Placements

JUNE 5, 2024

How To Ensure Construction Equipment Safety Last Updated on June 6, 2024 by Admin Construction sites are inherently hazardous environments where workers operate heavy machinery, handle hazardous materials, and work at heights. Even minor mistakes can have a domino effect on the whole project.

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