UK Construction Blog

JULY 26, 2023

The post Optimising Equipment Utilisation In Construction Projects: Ensuring Maximum Efficiency with Hired-In Plant Machinery appeared first on UK Construction Blog. When it comes to construction projects the old saying ‘time is money’ holds true, and every moment truly counts towards the success and efficiency of a project.

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Learn Civil Engineering

APRIL 25, 2024

It is an extremely versatile machine that is practical for most projects attributed to the fact that these machines are customizable to perform just about any construction, farming, and mining or home improvement projects just to […]

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

AEM's Digitization Task Force has met to start establishing technological initiatives that can address inefficiencies on jobsites.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 7, 2024

Xwatch provides machine control hardware and software technologies designed to enhance safety protocols on construction sites. Xwatch has previously partnered with Hexagon’s Geosystem division to develop the 3D Avoidance Zone system, an integral part of the digital construction product suite.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 3, 2024

Check these 9 boxes to help your construction crew prioritize jobsite safety. Heavy-highway jobsites are always at risk for safety risk in the firld.

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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

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Equipment World

APRIL 19, 2024

Hitachi Construction Machinery Americas has introduced 20 new pieces of equipment, including 13 dash-7 excavators, since 2022. Details on The Dirt.

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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 Enquirer

JULY 10, 2023

National Highways has committed to pioneering the largest-ever use low-carbon hydrogen construction plant on the planned Lower Thames Crossing mega project. If the plans are approved, construction is currently expected to start in 2026. Other renewable fuel sources and biofuels may also be used.

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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

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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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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

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New Civil Engineer

APRIL 25, 2024

Cement plants are under constant pressure to avoid operational halts to fulfil the ongoing demands of construction sectors. They face complex challenges including outdated machinery, strict environmental mandates, and unpredictable spare parts supply.

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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

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Construction News

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Peter Gibbs, who chairs the Construction Plant-hire Association’s mobile crane interest group, told Construction News that he believes the machinery should be… The post Government urged to apply HGV regulation to mobile cranes appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Placements

APRIL 24, 2024

The Essential Trailer Maintenance Checklist For Construction Professionals Last Updated on April 24, 2024 by Admin The country’s construction sector remains vibrant and continues to grow. These ubiquitous pieces of heavy equipment are indispensable in transporting construction materials and machinery to and from project sites.

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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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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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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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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

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Civil Engineer Blog

APRIL 25, 2023

Drag line (or dragline) excavators are very heavy machinery which is used for different purposes. The smaller types of this machinery are used for the roads and ports construction in the field of civil engineering. These purposes include surface mining, civil engineering and excavation.

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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.

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New Civil Engineer

OCTOBER 22, 2023

In construction, any machinery breakdown or failure can result in enforced and unplanned downtime, causing financial loss to both the company and the project and lower rates of productivity. The post Preventative maintenance is key to cost management and staff welfare appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 27, 2023

University of Houston computer scientists have developed a new system to keep construction workers safe at job sites. Employees in construction and extraction occupations accounted for 20% of those deaths. Employees in construction and extraction occupations accounted for 20% of those deaths.

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CCR Magazine

MAY 15, 2024

Key Takeaways: Advanced excavation techniques enhance precision and safety with technologies like GPS-guided machinery and remote-controlled equipment. The foundation of any successful commercial construction project lies beneath the surface – literally.

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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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Civil Digital

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Regular servicing prolongs machinery lifespan and prevents costly breakdowns. Proper maintenance of heavy equipment stands at the core of construction, mining, and agriculture industries. Ensuring that machinery such as bulldozers, cranes, and backhoes are in top operating condition not only boosts productivity but also.

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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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CCR Magazine

MAY 3, 2024

Caught between accidents are classified among the “fatal four” in construction, alongside falls, electrocutions, and struck-by hazards. If you’ve been a victim of such an accident, construction accident lawyers can help you fight for compensation. There’s a constant movement of heavy machinery, materials, and workers.

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Construction Placements

DECEMBER 9, 2023

Heavy Construction Equipment Repair in the USA Discover the ins and outs of heavy construction equipment repair, a crucial service that keeps the construction industry's gears turning. The post Heavy Construction Equipment Repair in the USA appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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ENR Construction

JULY 14, 2015

Construction machinery sales in Brazil are forecast to decline to 15,800 units, a 37.8% decrease since last year.

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 24, 2023

Construction safety, fixings and protection products supplier Bryson has reached a deal with the administrators of competitor Eurotec Group Ltd to acquire certain key assets of the business. Bryson has now acquired its assets including stock, machinery, graphics, intellectual property, the Eurotec company name and customers.

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Construction Placements

MAY 29, 2023

Cost Effective Ways To Ship Construction Equipment This comprehensive guide explores various cost-effective methods to transport construction machinery, ensuring a blend of affordability and reliability. The post Cost Effective Ways To Ship Construction Equipment appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Construction Daily News

APRIL 7, 2024

Construction is a necessary yet risky industry. Which Types of Construction Sites Are the Most Dangerous? Leaders and team members can improve construction safety on any active site by recognizing when a situation or location is becoming more risky. According to the U.S.

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Roads Online

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Roads & Infrastructure sits down with Michelle Morrissey, National Claims Manager – Underwriting Agencies of Australia, to learn key insights and tips on how the industry can better navigate machinery and plant insurance claims. It’s important to look at your sums insured for each piece of equipment.

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The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Construction sites are inherently hazardous workplace environments, with potential risks ranging from falling debris to dangerous machinery. As such, construction projects need to have effective hazard communication systems in place.

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Plant & Civil Engineer

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Maquinza, a leading company in the rental and sale of machinery, has taken delivery of Spain’s first DX350LC-7 Narrow Track crawler excavator from Develon, formerly known as Doosan Construction Equipment.

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