The CPA (Construction Plant-hire Association) is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, and in recognition of its history, the CPA is continuing its long-term support of the Lighthouse Club Charity, which is celebrating an amazing 60-years of delivering financial and welfare support to construction workers and their families. Over the …
Read More »SDLG adds PacWest Machinery to dealer network; adds West Coast distribution center to facilitate growth
PacWest Machinery is the latest company to join SDLG’s ever-expanding roster of dealers. The Seattle, Washington-based seller of construction equipment will begin offering the brand’s wheel loaders immediately. PacWest will also become a new distribution center to facilitate the brand’s growth on the West Coast. Jolene Logue, president of PacWest, …
Read More »Safety central to Orlando highway overhaul
Florida’s clogged highways require urgent intervention from both man and machine – with Volvo Construction Equipment safely leading the way. Every day thousands of cars clog the main artery feeding the heart of Disney World. Central Florida’s Interstate 4 (I-4) highway is so congested and restricted that the traffic is …
Read More »CEA’s UK Construction and Earthmoving Equipment Report – Q1
Paul Lyons, CEA’s (Construction Equipment Association) Market Information Manager takes a look at the trends of UK Exports and Imports of Construction and Earthmoving equipment* in the first quarter of 2016. UK exports of construction and earthmoving equipment have been on a declining trend since 2013, reflecting weak demand in …
Read More »Miller UK – Looking Ahead to Hillhead 2016
Earthmoving attachments manufacturer, Miller UK is looking forward to exhibiting at Hillhead 2016 this June, rounding up a season of shows across three continents. Miller will be showcasing its latest product innovations and welcoming visitors to its stand (W21) throughout the three days of the show. The bi-annual Hillhead exhibition …
Read More »SDLG to launch Tier 4 wheel loaders at APWA Snow Conference
Having found success in the snow removal sector, the brand has chosen the APWA North American Snow Conference to launch its new Tier 4 Final machines. For the first time in North America, SDLG will exhibit its new range of Tier 4 Final wheel loaders at the 2016 APWA Snow …
Read More »TOBROCO Machines nominated for Koning Willem I prize 2016
Manufacturer TOBROCO Machines has been nominated for the Koning Willem I prize 2016 in the category small and medium enterprises. This national enterprise award can be described as ‘the Oscars for the Dutch industry” and is a reward for real entrepreneurship. After a comprehensive procedure amongst 73 companies, there are …
Read More »Boosting Scotland’s green energy sector
With Scotland’s renewable energy sector expanding Argyll-based construction company, TSL Contractors is helping deliver several projects across the country – with Volvo Construction Equipment right at the heart of the action. With an ambitious target for renewable energy production – 100% by 2020 – the race is on to make …
Read More »Bauma 2016 show is a success for CASE
Turin, 27 April 2016 CASE Construction Equipment made a big impression at the BAUMA 2016 exhibition, attracting a high number of visitors from all continents on its stand throughout the week. The layout of the stand reflected the brand’s focus on the customers, making it easy for visitors to find …
Read More »Tomas Kuta appointed Senior Vice President, Sales at Volvo Construction Equipment
Effective June 1st Tomas Kuta is appointed Senior Vice President, Sales at Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE). Tomas has worked for the company since 1997 and has held a variety of senior management roles within Volvo CE and outside the company. In his new role Tomas will be responsible for …
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