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-class is equipped with a two-piece boom* and is the ideal machine …
Read More »Engcon in North America takes the next step on its growth journey
Despite challenging market conditions, interest in Engcon’s products in North America continues to grow. Enquiries increased after a very successful participation at Conexpo, this year’s largest trade show held in Las Vegas. The pace of growth means that Engcon North America (Engcon NA) has had to move to new, larger …
Read More »New for ‘not so’ Old at Commercial Recycling
As part of its ongoing replacement regime, Commercial Recycling (Southern) Ltd has updated most of its Volvo equipment for new models at the company’s Canford recycling facility including, for the first time, a new Volvo EW240E Material Handler. “In line with our policy of keeping our equipment as fresh and …
Read More »Volvo introduces F generation ECR58, the industry’s most comfortable compact excavator
The new ECR58 F generation compact excavators from Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) provide outstanding levels of operator comfort, unprecedented versatility, and performance. In devising the ECR58, the aim was to combine all of the industry’s best practices into a single product. And so, it has come to pass: the …
Read More »Mason Bros appointed as Mecalac dealer for South and Central Wales
Mecalac Construction Equipment UK has appointed Mason Bros to its national dealer network. From two sites in Lampeter Velfrey and Bridgend, the family-owned firm will be responsible for distributing Mecalac’s acclaimed compact equipment portfolio across South and Central Wales. Founded in 1952, Mason Bros specialises in the sales and servicing …
Read More »Chepstow Plant International receives national accolade for high standards and professionalism
Chepstow Plant International, a privately-owned mineral and aggregates contractor for the mineral products sector, has won a national award for its staff training and development initiative, known as “Project Fusion”. The company, which was founded in 1995, was announced as the winner in the Standards & Professionalism category at this …
Read More »Engcon reports an increase in net sales of 13 percent for 2019, the tenth consecutive year that sales have increased
Engcon Group achieved net sales of just over SEK 1.3 billion in 2019, an increase of 13 percent on the previous year. As well as seeing 10 years of continous sales growth, 2019 stands out because of pricing levels, establising new markets and the roll-out of strategic plans for Engcon’s …
Read More »JCB unveils world’s first hydrogen digger
It is one of engineering’s most impressive double acts – a father and son from Britain’s best-known construction family have joined forces to create the world’s first hydrogen digger. JCB chairman Lord Bamford and his son Jo, who runs Ryse Hydrogen and Wrightbus, have spent two years working on the …
Read More »The Yanmar ViO23-6 – compact performance for urban worksites
Designed for worksites with limited access and operating space, Yanmar’s ViO23-6 mini excavator is ideal for urban environments. With its zero-tail swing design, neither the counterweight or upper frame extend beyond the width of its tracks, offering safe and predictable operation in tight spaces. Powered by Yanmar’s proven 3TNV76-PBV1 engine, …
Read More »French excavator operators love Engcon tiltrotators, which has lead to record sales in France
Engcon is a world-leading supplier and global manufacturer of tiltrotators and accessories for excavators. Expanding internationally has been Engon’s strategic focus in recent years, to great success. In France, Engcon’s French subsidiary has seen strong growth, and 2019 was no exception. Delivering results that far surpassed its annual target, ranking …
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