Determining soil behavior and estimating geotechnical risks are of great importance for the design of construction projects. For this purpose, the Cone Penetration Test (CPT) technology has been developed in the Netherlands. For already 50 years, A.P. van den Berg...

The demolition industry is pioneering the introduction of special robot technology with the aim of increasing safety and reducing costs. Astrak recently launched the new DuraLine XD rubber support feet for Brokk demolition robots. All DuraLine XD parts were developed with a...

The KMA 240(i) mobile cold recycling mixing plant is capable of processing 240 tons of mix from a variety of construction materials per hour in an environmentally friendly manner. With this high-performance solution, Wirtgen is making a major contribution to...

Simex further expands the range of wheel saws by adding a new model in the RW and RWE range. It is a wheel saw for mini trenches designed specifically for laying optical fiber. The attachment is characterized by different cutting wheels with a variable thickness of 25-30-40-50-80 mm (1-1.2-1.6-2.1-3.2 inches),...

"Project Zeus” is the Case 580 EV backhoe loader — the construction industry’s first electric backhoe loader; award recognizes “most innovative and cutting-edge industrial, product and graphic designs produced around the world”. This is the third Case design to win...

Seemingly against all odds, despite the global turmoil generated by Covid19 pandemic Avant UK clients, users, owners & operators in serval industry sectors saw yet again another growth year. Avant’s are available across the UK in 30 outlets from Somerset...

Sutek prefers Potain cranes for their reliability, especially in the sub-zero Russian temperatures. The company has almost 50 units and has employed them on some of Russia’s most high profile construction projects of recent years. Sutek, one of Russia’s largest...

XCMG has been named one of "The World's 500 Most Influential Brands" for the second time by The World Brand Lab and is the only Chinese construction machinery manufacturer to make it onto the 2020 list. The company also ranked...

In Taufkirchen (Vils), Ottl Abbruch & Rückbau was responsible for selectively dismantling an old school building. The location in the middle of the residential area primarily required low-noise and low-vibration work. And the demolition specialist was happy to secure...

Following a year dominated by the turmoil and uncertainty concerning the Covid-19 pandemic, Kubota has turned its eye to the future and invested in a ‘Series B’ venture funding investment round totaling $20 million for Tevel, an industry leader...

Never change a winning team – that’s what they often say in team sports. And that’s exactly how they feel at Taurus Kran & Transport, too. So when the time came to add a new 220-tonner to its fleet,...

In the Netherlands, the AK 52 is used to retrofit transmitter masts for the new mobile communication standard. The expansion of the infrastructure for the 5G mobile communication standard is progressing in large steps. The new technology offers even higher...

Kalmar and Dmp, Kalmar’s regional dealer, have signed a contract to deliver eight diesel-electric straddle carriers for use at the terminal of Iles de la Réunion. Four of the machines will be delivered to Sgm Manutention and four to...

Dmitry Sotnikov obtains 18th Dakar victory for the legendary factory team The extraordinary durability of Goodyear standard Offroad Ord tyres confirmed to be the perfect companion to the victorious team. The Rally Dakar 2021 is 43rd edition of Rally...

The creative yet practical thinking behind the Steyr Konzept, a striking study of the future of tractor development, has been recognized with a 2020 'Good Design' award, in the world's most prestigious prize scheme for design excellence. In addition to...

Yanmar has delivered its 160th engine for the fishing industry in Scandinavian waters. More than 45 engines, including this one, have already found their way into Norway through shipyard Larsnes Mek. Verksted as a strong proof of the decades-long...

Thanks to the upgraded braking system with a more powerful retarder, more companies in Austria are taking advantage of the Hydrema dump trucks. The Hydrema Group was founded in Denmark in 1959. From the beginning, it emphasized quality, high-performance technology,...

The new Volvo FM and Volvo FMX trucks are now available for use as emergency service vehicles with a crew cab for up to nine people. The new variants of the two models, developed in close cooperation with bodybuilders...