Articles

20/02/2024 | Productivity

Peter Haddock spoke to Georgina Williams aka JCB Digger Girl, about the new features. She also explained how the Leica Geosystems 2D laser grading setup on the machine worked to deliver 10mm accuracy using a centralised machine-mounted indicator.

30/01/2024 | Environmental

Ammann Groups focus on asphalt plant emissions treatment, captures ‘Blue Smoke’ and dramatically reduces ‘VOC’ gasses.

11/01/2024 | Productivity

Discovering the benefits of the Kubota UK technology bundle, which includes advanced machine data, a GPS machine locator and an app to support equipment owners and end users. 

21/11/2023 | Environmental

A new future Hydrogen engine but not as you know it... Caterpillar Inc. announces the development of a Hydrogen-Hybrid Power Solution for Off-Highway Vehicles based on the new Cat C13D engine platform launched at Conexpo.

16/10/2023 | Environmental

‘Bring ideas and solutions to us’ says Georgia Thompson of contractor Costain as she discusses supply chain collaboration and overcoming barriers to the adoption of new ways of working and materials with Peter Haddock

30/05/2023 | Productivity

Technology can be a real enabler for businesses of all sizes, increasing productivity, efficiency and ultimately helping to enhance safety, whilst controlling cost, increasing profits. The challenges of rolling out new systems and solutions can also take time and resource. You need to get the process right and manage the changes required if you are going to be successful.

22/03/2023 | Productivity

A purpose made arena welcomed the nine finalists of the Cat Global Operator Challenge at Conexpo on Tuesday, 14th March, to witness the drama of the most challenging Cat Global Operator Challenge to date.

15/03/2023 | Environmental

The fast pace of the rental sector that dominates our industry has seen just how important it is to deliver a successful and competitive market that is unique to the UK construction sector.

08/03/2023 | Productivity

Keeping over 400 cranes in tip-top condition requires a very skilled team, and that’s why Ainscough Crane Hire has its very own specialist refurbishment and major repairs facility, which supports its national depot network and is even used to refurbish cranes before they are sold.

03/03/2023 | Productivity

Family run O’Brien Contractors in Leamington Spa has always been at the forefront of adopting new technologies and solutions, gaining a competitive advantage in doing so. And now, as the third generation looks to continue to invest, Peter Haddock caught up with Director Tom O’Brien to get his views on the future.