The construction industry has had a troubled history with productivity. Even the smallest construction projects are multi-disciplined events that involve hundreds of individual actions. When scaled up to mega project size, managing the sequencing of man, machine and material so that the right things are done at the right time …
Read More »Fixing construction’s productivity problem
The construction industry has had a troubled history with productivity. Even the smallest construction projects are multi-disciplined events that involve hundreds of individual actions. When scaled up to mega project size, managing the sequencing of man, machine and material so that the right things are done at the right time …
Read More »Hyundai dealer Ernest Doe’s longest standing construction equipment salesman retires after a 44-year career.
Andy Parnham has been selling construction equipment since 1979. He joined Ernest Doe as a 16-year old workshop apprentice in 1974 on the construction side of the business. Straight out of the workshop Andy applied for an Ernest Doe demonstrator role – but was not successful. This was followed by …
Read More »New Dates Announced for the Big 5 Solar after Successful Launch Edition
· The Big 5 Solar will return from 26-29 November 2018 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, United Arab Emirates, following a successful launch edition. · Deals worth a total USD 70.9 million signed during The Big 5 Solar 2017, and a strong turnout for featured workshops, reflect the scale …
Read More »VOLVO CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT SEE SALES UP 28% IN Q4
Improved competitiveness and increased demand helped Volvo Construction Equipment put in a strong fourth quarter of 2017, with sales up 28% in the period, and up 31% for the full year. Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) put in a strong performance in the fourth quarter of 2017, helping its parent …
Read More »KHL Group acquires Diesel & Gas Turbine Publications
Global construction information publisher, KHL Group, is acquiring the USA-based publisher Diesel & Gas Turbine Publication Group. Founded in 1935, Wisconsin, USA-based Diesel & Gas Turbine Publication Group (D>P) is the leading and most-respected publisher of information for the on-highway, off-highway, stationary and marine engine-powered equipment markets. It focuses on …
Read More »W L Straughan & Son see the wood for the trees with Hyundai fleet
W L Straughan & Son is a family run business, headed up by Phil and Denise Straughan, based in Bedlington, South East Northumberland. Established for over 30-years, and employing 45 people, the company specialises in a wide range of services including site clearance, environmental projects and forestry work. The …
Read More »SDLG quickly becomes Oman dealer’s bestseller
In just five short years, SDLG has grown to become a dominant brand among Oman’s value-option construction equipment. It has only been five years since General Engineering Services (Genserv) introduced SDLG to Oman’s construction equipment market. The Muscat-based company was struck by SDLG’s ability to provide reliable and productive machines …
Read More »Learn the Latest Horizontal Directional Drilling Techniques, Technology
AEM Supports HDD Academy Feb. 22-23 in Tempe, AZ MILWAUKEE (January 25, 2018) – The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) is proud to support the annual Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) Academy and encourages industry professionals to attend this first-class learning opportunity February 22-23 in Tempe, Arizona (Sheraton Phoenix Airport Hotel). …
Read More »Magni Telescopic Handlers UK Ltd
2018 brings a new chapter in the history of the Magni brand in the UK. For the past 3 years the Magni brand has been marketed and supported by the Forkway Group who were the official importer. In September 2017, Magni Telescopic Handlers Srl made the decision that to expand …
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