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www.plantandcivilengineer.com Henry Ardis General Manager David Stokes Group Editor Phil Eaglestone Commercial Editor Joel Byers Production Manager Eleanor Blane Accounts Manager Helen Beggs & Garfield Harrison Publishers Plant & Civil Engineer is Published by: 4 SM (NI) Ltd, The Old Coach House, 12 Main Street, Hillsborough BT26 6AE TEL: 028 9268 8888 FAX: 028 9268 8866 Email: info@4squaremedia.net Plant & Civil Engineer is the journal for plant, quarrying, municipal and civil engineering management. It is circulated on a controlled basis to managers in the following industries; access equipment, agricultural contracting, building, civil engineering and highways contractors, civil engineering practices, commercial vehicle distributors, concrete production, municipal and government authorities, plant dealers and operators, plant hire companies, plant manufacturers, quarrying, scrap processors, spare parts suppliers and Recycling. For those outside the terms of control, Plant & Civil Engineer is available this year at £30 per annum subscription. COPYRIGHT NOTICE: © Plant & Civil Engineer 2021. All material in this publication is copyright, including advertisements which have been prepared for advertisers. No part of it may be reproduced in any way whatever or stored in electronic retrieval systems without the written permission of the publishers. We are a completely independent voice and are not connected to any Institutes or Associations within the industry. Our aim is to publish accurate, specific and dedicated information, targeting each sector of the industry, throughout Ireland. The publishers cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracies supplied by the contributors. All rights reserved.

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comment It is hard to believe that another year has passed us by here at Plant & Civil Engineer; it has been a year of many highs and lows, of lockdowns, social distancing, material and skills shortages, and so much more, but as we enter a New Year we can look forward to the future with growing confidence. While challenges will undoubtedly remain, our industry continues to be resilient and optimistic going forward. Indeed, a number of surveys show that UK construction works remain strong despite material price inflation and labour shortages. The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors reports that while the pace of total activity slipped slightly from +38% in Q2 to +33% in Q3, respondents are reporting strong levels of construction work, which is mostly led by infrastructure projects – with energy, roads and water revealing the strongest outputs. They say forward-looking indicators point to the sector continuing to experience strong growth over the course of the next twelve months. However, that has to be balanced by news from the Federation of Master Builders who report that a shocking 89% of local builders have reported having to delay jobs due to a lack of materials or skilled tradespeople. Adding to the pressure facing the industry, 97% of builders have reported skyrocketing material prices and expect this to continue into this last quarter of 2021. So, what have we for you in this issue? We have all our regular features as well as a focus on crushing & screening and compact equipment, plus our View from the Cab series looks at a Hyundai R25Z- 9AK and a Bobcat T40.180SLP Telehandler. Well, that’s it for now; we trust you will have a well deserved break over the festive period and a successful and prosperous New Year. A big ‘thank you’ to all who have loyally supported us over the year that has been, and together let’s continue the journey in 2022. In the meantime, you can keep up to date with all the industry news 24/7 by logging on to our website at www.plantandcivilengineer.com Of course, you should also be getting our weekly newsletter which is emailed out every Tuesday; if not, do subscribe on our website so you don’t miss out. It’s FREE!

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PLANT & CIVIL ENGINEER WELCOMES NEW GENERAL MANAGER Many of you will already know that Plant & Civil Engineer has a new General Manager; Henry Ardis, who succeeds Justin Carrigan, has a wealth of experience in the magazine and publishing industry. He comments: “I am really looking forward to the challenges ahead. The plant, construction and quarrying sectors are all new areas to me, and I have a lot to learn, but I have been in the magazine industry since 1994 and it will be my aim to build on the good work that has already been achieved; Plant & Civil Engineer is an absolutely fantastic brand and I am delighted

to be part of a very successful team. “As the New Year approaches, I will be hoping to get round to making contact with many of those who have supported the magazine down through the years,” adds Henry, who in his spare time, enjoys a range of hobbies, including golf, travelling, chess, current affairs, socialising and walking.

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£5 Million Investment in Ballykelly Leading the Way with Innovative Sustainable Solution NI Water says it is leading the way with another major sustainable solution to wastewater treatment, which maximises the use of renewables as part of an integrated solution; the contractor for this major investment is

Maghera-based BSG Civil Engineering in partnership with Belfast-based RPS. This £5million investment to upgrade Ballykelly Wastewater Treatment Works will provide a new sustainable wastewater treatment approach, utilising reed beds as

part of the treatment process, providing a natural,long-term sustainable and resilient solution. This major investment also includes a 100kW solar energy system to help power the new works with solar energy. Sara Venning, CEO NI Water said: “As the largest user of electricity in Northern Ireland, we are committed to finding innovative sustainable solutions to water and wastewater treatment that also harness renewable energy to reduce our expenditure on power. “Ballykelly is one of many sites across the province where we are thinking outside the box, using a natural solution to wastewater treatment, combined with using a solar energy system to help reduce our energy use and carbon footprint. “As the second largest landowner in Northern Ireland, our assets have the potential to be a catalyst for change across Northern Ireland’s energy and transport networks as a whole.” Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon added: “Continued investment in the water and wastewater services throughout Northern Ireland is essential to improving this critical infrastructure and these important works will enrich the environment and the lives of citizens in the area as well as supporting economic growth in local development and tourism. “Over an expected 25 year lifetime, NI Water expects the solar energy system at Ballykelly alone to save the business approximately £400,000. Trees will also be planted on this site, supporting NI Water’s ambitious target to plant one million trees over the next 10 years.

Sara Venning and Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon pictured with the project team including contractor Maghera-based BSG Civil Engineering and Belfast-based RPS.

“We need to urgently act to tackle the climate crisis and I commend NI Water for finding both sustainable and cost-effective solutions to reduce its operational impact. This is an example of how we all need to continue to work together across these islands to constantly seek out innovative ways of tackling the climate emergency and implement the necessary changes to address the significant challenges that lie ahead.”

David Henderson of Tobermore Concrete Voted Industry Entrepreneur Of The Year David Henderson, the Managing Director of Tobermore Concrete, has been named the 2021 EOY Industry Entrepreneur of the Year. The annual awards ceremony was held as a primarily virtual event and was attended by a virtual audience of more than 2000 people. In a year where the programme received a record number of nominations, this year’s finalists collectively employ more than 3,900 people and have revenues in excess of €1 billion. Tobermore was founded in 1942 and manufactures high quality paving products. David Henderson joined the company in 1976 and became Managing Director in 1987.

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Since then, Tobermore has focused on business excellence agenda to underpin its growth and development across the island of Ireland and into the UK. It employs more than 400 people and produces 8.5m concrete products annually. Tobermore intends to double sales in the UK in the coming four years and sales this year are up 40 per cent and continue to grow.

populated by some of the smartest and most innovative entrepreneurs there are. Each of our winners has displayed a potent combination of vision, innovation and determination that has been crucial to their success. We look forward to following their undoubted continuing success and I am delighted to warmly welcome them into the EOY Alumni community.”

Other winners on the night included Brian O’Sullivan, founder and Chief Executive of Zeus Packaging, who was named the International and overall 2021 EY Entrepreneur Of The Year.

Each year EY also presents a Special Award to individuals who have made a significant contribution to life on the island of Ireland through their vision, innovation and commitment to excellence. This year, the prestigious honour was awarded to Mary Robinson, the former President of Ireland and UN

Anne Heraty, Chairperson of the judging panel said: “This year’s finalists demonstrate that the island of Ireland is

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COLLEAGUES AND CLIENTS PAY TRIBUTE TO ADRIAN MADDEN Business colleagues, friends and clients across the country have been paying tributes to Adrian Madden, Close Brothers’ Head of Asset Finance Sales, who passed away after a courageous battle with cancer; the father of two died peacefully at home in County Meath. Adrian, described as “a much admired colleague, and a fantastic salesman,” helped found and grow the business at Close Brothers Commercial Finance. “He spent the past ten years building our team from the ground up and we are incredibly proud of everything he achieved,” said the company. “Anyone who met Adrian remembered him. He was a true character – funny, respected, respectful, liked, loved, dedicated and successful. His positive outlook, sense of fun and warmth set him apart, and he will be sorely missed.” There’ve been scores of tributes on social media following his death. Alan Fallon, Managing Director at Dungannon Plant Sales Ireland, wrote: “A gentleman of the highest degree. He had the ability to invite you to lunch but I always ended up footing the bill! But it was a cheap price for the chat which was a mixture of humour, wit and a bundle of information, though he never broke customer confidentiality. You will be missed, Adrian.” From John Kirrane Plant Hire Ltd: “Adrian was a man that made financial lending decisions based on the people he was dealing with rather than numbers on a sheet of paper. When nobody would look at construction asset finance during the downturn he and his Close Brothers team led the way.” And said Billy Farrell, Head of Sales at Hibernia FX - International Payments and Foreign Currency Providers: “To say we are all devastated would be an understatement; Adrian was our kind and thoughtful neighbour and indeed our great friend for almost 20 years. “As well as being all of the above from those amazing tributes and comments in the work place he was a brilliant dad and family man and I was fortunate enough to have spent many a day and night in his company at many events, corporate and socially, at our homes over the years. Adrian was an exceptional character and will be sorely missed by everyone he encountered in his life.” Because of Covid-19 restrictions, many who wanted to be at the funeral mass couldn’t, so it was streamed online from the Holy Trinity Church in Ratoath, County Meath, followed by cremation at Lakelands Crematorium in Cavan.

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New Starter Establishes Wrekin’s Presence in Ireland BUILDING on the foundations already established across the UK, civil engineering specialists Wrekin Products has bolstered its regional expertise by appointing its first sales team member in Ireland, covering both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Peter Hamilton – who has more than 24 years of experience in the civil engineering industry – joins Wrekin as the region’s business development manager. With a wealth of knowledge and expertise after working for several reputable businesses within the industry, Peter has been brought in to focus on providing bespoke solutions for the market by utilising Wrekin’s industry-leading products.

Peter said: “I’m really excited to have joined the team at Wrekin. It’s a well-respected company within the industry that prides itself on delivering high-quality standards of service, something that I was already familiar with having worked alongside the company previously. This pre-existing appreciation of the product range, and the history of innovation Wrekin possesses, was what drew me to accept the opportunity of taking on my exciting new role when it presented itself. “My main goal is to build the Wrekin brand in Ireland, grow relationships with local merchants, and provide engineered solutions to the engineers and contractors in the local market. By localising a

well-established national strategy that has seen Wrekin become a household name, particularly in the civils market, I’m optimistic that we will experience similar success in Ireland through the new opportunities I am tasked with finding.” While Wrekin is most wellknown for its civil engineering offering, Peter’s objective will be to position it as the preferred choice of supplier in the iron, steel and geosynthetics markets. Martin Neale, director of sales at Wrekin, added: “We’re delighted Peter has joined us to take on an important role in our ongoing growth across the UK and Ireland. His extensive experience speaks for itself and certainly places him in the sought-after category of engineering experts.

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“We have already worked on some major projects in Ireland, but Peter’s arrival aims to improve existing relationships while nurturing new ones. Offering bespoke solutions comes as standard when you work with Wrekin, so we’re pleased that we have a growing team keen to implement this in all our markets.”

GlobeWeigh Eyes Expansion with New Manufacturing Facility GlobeWeigh has reached another milestone in its’s history with the opening of a new purpose-built, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Tandragee, Co. Armagh. Established in 1995 by MD Stephen McMorris, GlobeWeigh is now Ireland’s largest weighbridge manufacturer, and its impressive product range includes General Weighing Equipment, Labelling Equipment, Inspection & Quality Equipment alongside a range of Industrial Software solutions. The company offers all Ireland coverage with offices ideally located in both Co. Cork and Co. Armagh. As they look forward to 2022 the new fully equipped factory will allow GlobeWeigh to further strengthen their position as markets leaders in industrial weighing. 2021 has been one of the most successful years to date with a significant increase in new orders and this growth looks set to continue in 2022 aided by the increased productivity that this new facility will bring. GlobeWeigh has built its success on strength of product, service, and reliability. Suppliers have been key to this success and over the years they have formed strong working partnerships with many world leading manufacturers - many of whom who were in attendance for the opening.

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Pictured here from left to right are Judith Armstrong (Danske Bank), Richard Jennings (Danske Bank), Rory Best, and from GlobeWeigh, Stephen McMorris, Gemma Elliott and Lynne Topley.

The new factory will allow Globeweigh much more scope to expand production and increase their product range which in turn will create additional jobs. They were delighted to have Rory Best, former Ireland Rugby Captain

and a Globeweigh customer officially open the facility. The highlight was of course when Rory explained to the audience how important his Globeweigh weighbridge is to the family farm and composting facility!

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Grace Jackson receiving a trophy and a cheque for £250, from Dave Ellis, Chairman of CECA South West.

(L-R) Thomas Cohen, Brian Munyanyiwa, Grace Jackson, Dave Ellis (CECA, South West Chariman), Daniel Wardrobe, Fergus Longbottom and Eylul Su Karakus.

Six Rising Individuals Celebrate Civil Engineering Success at CECA SW Awards Brian Munyanyiwa, from Farnborough, who works for South West Highways Ltd (SWH) alongside Exeter university studies, was named the South West’s Most Promising Civil Engineering Apprentice.

The Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA) has recognised six individuals, including a Belfast girl, who have already made their mark within the industry at this year’s South West Training Awards. These rising young people have been highlighted as potential future leaders in civil engineering having already worked above and beyond during workplace trainee schemes, apprenticeships, and university placements. Held in Torquay, the awards ceremony was the perfect opportunity for each candidate to have their exceptional talents and commitment showcased, demonstrating the impact they have made, and continue to make, within each company in just a short amount of time. Grace Jackson, from Belfast, was highly commended for CECA’s University of Bath Industrial Placement Award for her exemplary contribution as a Student Site Engineer with GRAHAM Construction.

Daniel Wardrobe, from Thornbury near Bristol, who works for Alun Griffiths (Contractors) Ltd received the award as the South West’s Most Promising Civil Engineering Trainee Quantity Surveyor. Eylul Su Karakus, from Liverpool, who works for Kier Group plc was named the South West’s Most Promising Trainee Civil Engineer. Thomas Cohen, from Portsmouth, received the CECA University of Bath Industrial Placement Award for his outstanding contribution to the team while working at BAM Nuttall as a Trainee Site Engineer. Fergus Longbottom, from Taunton, was named CECA’s top Plymouth University student for his achievements during an industrial placement with Dyer & Butler.

Speaking at the event, Paul Santer, CECA South West Regional Director, said that the success of the winners highlighted the opportunities available for young people in civil engineering and the importance of recruiting new talent. He said: “Each of the winners is an inspiration to others of their generation looking for a career that is financially rewarding, different every day and which honours flair and capability. If you’re a young person looking for a career where no two days are the same, where you like working in a team, where you can work anywhere in the world and leave a lasting legacy for society, think about a future in civil engineering” The CECA South West Training Awards are presented annually to trainee civil engineers and apprentices in recognition of exceptional performance. Each winner received a trophy and cheque for £500, with Grace Jackson receiving a trophy and a cheque for £250, from Dave Ellis, Chairman of CECA South West, at the awards ceremony in Torquay.

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South West College explores the impact of the built environment on climate change most sustainable buildings are those that are already standing and this is something that we really need to focus on in the coming decades.”

South West College hosted a key note presentation and panel discussion at the recent COP26 in Glasgow examining the role the built environment plays in the fight against climate change. The event was attended by international design and construction industry delegates and policy makers. Dr Jill Cush, Deputy Chief Executive of South West College delivered an opening address reflecting on the successful opening of the Erne Campus in September following a £30 million investment by the Department for the Economy. Dr Cush described the campus as an ‘international exemplar’ highlighting the very latest practices in sustainable construction and discussed the role the college plays in equipping the workforce with the skills they need currently and will need for the future development of the industry. In his keynote speech to delegates, Scott Foster, Director of Sustainable Energy at the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe emphasised the need to get the built environment right. “Everyone seems to think we have a choice to make between

By 2050, 80% of the buildings that will be in existence are already standing and we need to retrofit those building to reduce their operational energy.

dealing with climate change, or not dealing with it. It’s much more complicated than that. For the western world climate change is number one on the list of priorities but for the vast portion of humanity they are also worried about putting food on their tables and a roof over their heads and we can’t say we are going to ask them to forego their quality of life ambitions while we deal with the climate change problem that the richer part of the universe has created. “We need to come up with integrated solutions that deal with the climate issue and that deliver quality of life that meet those aspirations at a global level.”

Chairing the panel discussion, internationally renowned sustainability champion, Professor Alan Strong questioned the experts on how attitudes and behaviours towards the built environment can be changed and what impact that could make.

Close Links In his questioning Professor Strong reflected on the close links between Northern Ireland and Glasgow and teased out the importance of data in the construction industry for the improvement in standards and regulations. Representing the Passive House institute on the panel, Ed Lowes commented: “The

Supporting this, Dr Danielle McKelvey, Deputy Head of School, Natural and Built Environment at South West College added that further promotion on extending the life of buildings is needed and that demolition should be resisted where possible. Reflecting upon the requirements to support both current and future generations of structural engineers and construction practitioners Dr McKelvey spoke of the increased need to put low carbon materials, technologies and processes at the heart of the curriculum. Concluding the panel session Professor Strong stressed the importance of collaboration between academia and the construction industry and re-iterated the words of US Special Envoy to COP26, John Kerry, saying that we need to ‘co-operate together.’

New Komatsu D71-24 Dozer Arrives operation hours on bulldozers in Europe alone, the automated dozing control provides market leading levels of quality, reliability, accuracy and performance.

The range of Komatsu products fitted with its intelligent machine control system has expanded with the arrival of its new D71-24 bulldozer, the largest in its line up to come equipped with Hydrostatic Transmission (HST). Bringing intelligent machine control to a new class of bulldozer, the D71-24 is described by Komatsu’s distributor in Ireland, John O’Brien of McHale Plant Sales, as ‘a highly versatile machine, offering unrivalled visibility, razor sharp response and heavyweight performance coupled with lightweight consumption’. With first versions now available in Ireland, the D71-24 is powered by Komatsu’s own EU Stage V engine, delivering a power output of 179kW / 240 HP @ 2,100rpm. With a blade capacity of up to 5 cubic meters, operating weights range from 22,600 to 24,000 kg, depending on machine configuration. Complete with a high-capacity, wearresistant blade, designed for durability and functionality, the new dozer is equally adept at precise high-speed PLANT & CIVIL

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EPA and Engineers Ireland launch new partnership to support STEM skills development The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Engineers Ireland have launched a new partnership to foster STEM skills development in Ireland. The strategic partnership between Ireland’s independent public body responsible for the protection and improvement of our environment and the professional membership body for engineers in Ireland will focus on encouraging and inspiring the next generation of STEM talent by collaborating on the Engineers Ireland STEPS programme.

Professor Orla Feely, President, Engineers Ireland, Caroline Spillane, Director General, Engineers Ireland, and Laura Burke, Director General,

The STEPS programme aims to encourage and educate future generations of STEM talent by supporting industry and community leaders to engage with primary and secondary school pupils through a number of hands-on workshops and programmes.

This is the only national full-time STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) outreach programme with a focus on engineering.

Comments engineer Laura Burke, Director General, EPA: “At the EPA, engineers and STEM professionals, including scientists, hydrologists and microbiologists, are at the very heart of everything that we do. In our work, whether in assessing the quality of Ireland’s environment, the pressures being placed on it and the societal responses to current and emerging environmental issues, all rely on the ingenuity and dedication of engineers and their STEM colleagues.

The EPA through its direct involvement with the programme, also aims to advocate to young audiences about the importance of having a clean, healthy and well-protected environment, supporting a sustainable society and economy.

“We are delighted therefore to embark on this new strategic partnership with Engineers Ireland, to further boost the pipeline of STEM talent in Ireland and through Engineers Ireland’s STEPS programme, we hope to communicate with young audiences about

how science and engineering play a key part in preserving and improving our environment.” Added Professor Orla Feely, President, Engineers Ireland: “We are delighted to collaborate with the EPA as a key partner in our youth-focused STEPS programme which aims to build the foundations of a lifelong interest or a potential career in STEM. An organisation like the EPA employs STEM professionals who are problem-solving on a daily basis, so we are very pleased to team with such an important partner to further build awareness of the fantastic prospects that a career in STEM affords. “Our members are encouraged in their roles to be drivers of a more sustainable future. The challenges we face, including from climate change, will all require and benefit from engineering. We are pleased therefore, as a matter of course, to highlight the significance of sustainable engineering practices through STEPS, and the importance of the environment as a valuable asset to the people of Ireland.”

Hat-Trick for JCB as Hydrogen Engine Wins Top Award JCB’s super-efficient hydrogen engine has won one of the oldest and most prestigious awards in British automotive engineering honouring technical achievement. At a ceremony in London, JCB Chairman Lord Bamford was presented with the Royal Automobile Club’s Dewar Trophy for the company’s development of a hydrogen fuel motor. It is the third time that JCB’s innovations have been honoured with the Dewar Trophy. John Wood MBE, Chairman of the Dewar Technical Committee, said: “JCB has been a pioneer in terms of powertrain development since it started building its own engines in 2004. That ethos has continued with its latest hydrogen-fuelled engines, which are an inspiring combination of current expertise and next-generation technology.”

Lord Bamford pictured with the Dewar Trophy and the JCB hydrogen fuelled engine being honoured with the award.

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Anthony Bamford said: “We’re extremely proud that the Royal Automobile Club has chosen to present JCB with the Dewar Trophy for the third time. Our

new hydrogen-fuelled engines can be put into production relatively quickly and it’s an important and pioneering step towards a zero-carbon future, and testament to the amazing abilities of our British engineers.” JCB’s purpose-engineered zero CO² hydrogen fuel motor was designed after a challenge to the company’s engineers from Anthony Bamford. The newly designed motor harnesses JCB’s existing expertise and supply chain infrastructure. The company is investing £100 million in the project and has two prototype hydrogen fuelled machines on test: a backhoe loader and a Loadall telescopic handler. Presented to the Club in 1904 by Sir Thomas Dewar MP, and since 1957, the Dewar Trophy has been presented in recognition of ‘an outstanding British technical achievement in the automotive field during the preceding year’. In 2019 JCB was recognised for the launch of the 19C-1E electric mini excavator. In 2007, JCB won the Dewar Trophy after the JCB Dieselmax team set a diesel-powered Land Speed Record of 350.092mph on the Bonneville Salt Flats, USA.

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Rokbak articulated haulers make first public appearance Following the launch of the Rokbak brand, the new RA30 and RA40 articulated haulers made their UK debut, catching the eyes of visitors to the recent Balmoral Show in Northern Ireland and Molson Group’s open days in England. The new Rokbak RA30 articulated hauler took centre stage on Northern Ireland dealer Sleator Plant’s stand at the Balmoral Show in September. While the first Rokbak RA30 and RA40 units are now being delivered to international markets, these no-nonsense hard workers have also been doing the rounds at public events in the UK, gaining much admiration. “Since the launch of the new brand took place virtually, for many UK customers, it was their first opportunity to catch a glimpse of the rock-solid haulers in person – and they were not disappointed. The striking new name and colour are hard to miss, while the

Sleator Plant staff celebrate their award for Best Trade Stand in the Other Equipment & Vehicles category at the 2021 Balmoral Show.

hefty build embodies Rokbak’s commitment to never letting a customer down,” said Kenny Price, Regional Sales Manager for EMEAR (Europe, Middle East, Africa and Russia) at Rokbak.

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Molson Group placed a static RA30 and RA40 for customers to walk around at its site, as well as giving live demonstrations of the RA30 at a local quarry. Molson Group is one of the largest independent new and used equipment dealers in the UK with 13 strategically positioned locations, millions of pounds worth of parts and more than 70 fully trained service engineers. Molson Group’s customerfocused approach tallies perfectly with Rokbak’s promise to have customers’ back no matter what. “The feedback from our customers and dealers so far has been absolutely incredible – we couldn’t be happier with the support we’ve received from them,” said Jacqueline Reid, Director for Marketing, Communications and Product Management at Rokbak. “As Covid restrictions ease around the world, we’re looking forward to attending other events in Asia and North America so that even more customers can get to know the Rokbak brand and experience the impressive capabilities of our most efficient and productive haulers to date.”

EDiA XL: The electric truck that does it all Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks has launched a game-changing addition to its award-winning EDiA range. Changes to fuel subsidies, enhancements in battery technology and increasingly stringent emissions regulations mean electric trucks are becoming the new favourite – even in industries where diesel was once considered indispensable. Built with a wealth of unique and innovative features, EDiA XL is the perfect alternative to IC engine trucks, having been designed to outperform not only its electric rivals, but also any diesel forklift. Stewart Gosling of RDD, the exclusive UK importer for Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks, explains: “The new EDiA XL will do everything a diesel can do… only better. It is the first electric to fully overcome every issue that may have stopped some owners of IC engine trucks from making the switch to electric.” Available in 4-5 tonne models, EDiA XL will handle heavy-duty applications with ease. “In the past many industries favoured diesel for its brute strength, but electric forklifts like EDiA XL offer power like never before,” adds Stewart. PLANT & CIVIL

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the smallest turning circle on the market – perfect for working in tight spaces. There’s no challenge the EDiA XL can’t overcome.” Operator comfort has been placed front and centre with EDiA XL. With its ergonomic, adjustable seat, and its range of advanced control options, EDiA XL helps operators stay productive. Not least because noise levels inside the cabin are extremely low at just 65dB, and micro-vibrations are minimal thanks to the rubber-mounted cabin. Stewart adds: “The placement and design of the mast means operators have unparalleled visibility while working in a comfortable, stress-free environment, giving them the confidence to work efficiently and safely. Every detail has been considered in the EDiA XL. It really does set a new standard for forklift trucks.” Find us on Facebook

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FIRST HYUNDAI IMPRESSES LANDSCAPING CONTRACTOR After spending some time researching the market, Armagh based Black’s Nursery and Landscaping recently invested in its first Hyundai excavator, a compact zero tailswing R25Z9AK from Northern Lift Trucks. Established in 1988, the company, headed up by Kevin Black, has gained an enviable reputation for its expertise in the landscaping and garden nursery

markets throughout the country with a broad customer base in both the private, public and commercial sectors. As a member of the Association of Landscape Contractors of Ireland, the company has completed a string of ‘design and build’ projects over the years and continues to grow its business and customer base. The versatility of the new Hyundai R25Z9AK compact excavator was one of the key factors in the investing decision, as was, in these days of lengthening lead times, availability - and the fact it was powered by a Kubota engine. “When you are in the market for new machinery, you don’t want to be waiting too long for its delivery,” says Kevin, who adds: “I am also a Kubota fan; their engines are very reliable. The excavator that was replaced by the Hyundai also had a Kubota engine and it never let me down. “Before investing in the Hyundai, I did my homework and didn’t read or hear any bad reports about the brand. There are a lot of bigger Hyundai excavators

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Zero Tailswing So, what does Kevin like about the Hyundai? “Apart from being powered by a Kubota engine, it is a zero tailswing machine and that is ideal for my type of work, especially when operating close to walls or fences, or on very restricted sites, plus at 2.5 tonne it is very easy to transport from site to site on the back of a trailer, and with just a driver’s license.” He adds: “All the controls are well laid out and close to hand, making it easy to operate – and it came with a full quick hitch, which was a bonus, as my previous machine only had a semi hitch. Now I can switch attachments from the comfort of the cab.” Taking a closer look at the Hyundai R25Z9AK, as Kevin noted, the left- and right-hand control levers are located for maximum convenience. The control switches on the left-hand console are also positioned for comfortable access and enhanced productivity, while a safety lever is installed to prevent unexpected activation

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THE VERSATILITY OF THE NEW HYUNDAI R25Z9AK COMPACT EXCAVATOR WAS ONE OF THE KEY FACTORS IN THE INVESTING DECISION, AS WAS, IN THESE DAYS OF LENGTHENING LEAD TIMES, AVAILABILITY

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Working Environment Also contributing to a relaxed working environment is the fact the cab enjoys low noise levels and great all round visibility, while the seat, console and armrests can be adjusted to suit your preferred comfort level. The pedals for travel, boom offset and attachment are also installed in a convenient position and can be folded in to gain extra foot space – and there ample storage space for all your bits and pieces, including cup holders and a lockable storage box under the seat. Keeping you in full control of how the machine is operating is a monitoring system that provides you with machine status information, including engine oil pressure lamp, battery charge lamp, engine coolant temperature and a fuel gauge.

Service & Support With open access of doors, covers and engine hoods, air cleaner and centralised grease fittings you’ll also find it quick and easy to carry out routine maintenance. As with any machine investment, reliable aftersales support and service from the dealer is essential and Northern Lift Trucks don’t disappoint in that area. “I have dealt with the dealership in the past and they’ve always offered good support; the team there are very easy to deal with and am very happy with the package they have provided,” says Kevin.

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50 Years and Counting for Multi-Award-Winning Engineering Firm in Kilrea 50 years ago, SJC Hutchinson Engineering was established when Kilrea man Creighton Hutchinson made a life-changing decision to leave his employment with a local engineering company and set up his own business on the family farm. Mainly agricultural engineering, Creighton soon built up a solid customer base. A lot of his work was repairing farming machinery and he also manufactured a wide range of items including cubicles and silage barriers to ornamental gates, railings, and even swings and slides. Five decades on, and Hutchinson Engineering is now a second-generation family-run business that is a subcontract manufacturer for some of the world’s bestknown companies in the materials handling, coachbuilding, and agricultural sectors. These include Caterpillar, Wrightbus, Terex, and McLaren. Their main services include laser cutting, folding, and fabrication. The company now has over 120 staff and 100,000 sq. ft. capacity state-of-the-art facilities still based on the same green site that Creighton purchased in 1974. The company is run by CEO Mark Hutchinson, supported by his brother Richard Hutchinson, who is Hutchinson Engineering’s Director of Innovation. CEO Mark Hutchinson joined the business full time in 1997, after spending many weekends and evenings helping his father since he was a small boy. As the downturn in the agriculture industry progressed Mark knew that a new direction was needed and purchased a plasma cutter which enabled them to target industrial subcontract work. A laser cutting machine was then purchased in 1999, which became a crucial piece of equipment allowing it to run unmanned overnight. Over the past 20 years, Mark has

have been used to help save the lives of people throughout the UK and worldwide. Richard told us “We are proud that our team was willing to rise to the challenge at the height of the pandemic and worked alongside iconic brands such as McLaren and Rolls Royce to deliver these products within 4 weeks”. The family and employees have a desire to constantly improve and evolve. CEO Mark Hutchinson told us, “Our planned investment in 2022 of circa £4m will see a massive upgrade in our equipment to offer even better levels of lead time to our customers, along with training and empowering our staff to provide industry-leading service levels.” Mark and Richard Hutchinson share pride in all that their father and employees achieved, and want to continue the legacy into the next generation and beyond.

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had the vision to install new technology to improve their offering to their customer base. Mark believes that as well as investing in technology he needs to invest in people which gives Hutchinson Engineering an outstanding reputation of being one of the best places to work in the area, and as a company, they are proud to have achieved Investors in People Gold and are one of a few manufacturing companies in the UK to have gained this accreditation. In Richard’s current role as Director of Innovation, he is responsible for product development and new ways of working – one of the success stories to date has been the development of a foot-operated hand sanitising station that has sold over 2500 units throughout the UK and Europe. One of the most important achievements for Hutchinson Engineering in 2020 was being a key supplier for the ‘Ventilator Challenge UK’. The company helped provide parts for 7500 ventilators which

Richard Hutchinson points out that the support of their mother Pearl has also been a huge factor in the success of the business, Richard tells us, “Mum has always been there for all of us, with any decisions and milestones throughout the 50 years of Hutchinson Engineering, from sitting in a cold car waiting for Dad to measure up gates in the early days to supporting us and encouraging us now as we invest in new facilities and equipment. We are forever grateful for her support.” Said Mark: “Unfortunately, Dad won’t be part of our 50th celebrations as he passed away in May 2021, aged 73. He endured and overcame many challenges throughout his life, the biggest being his Parkinson’s diagnosis at the age of 52.” “Dad was always front and centre in the business he set up and loved. He gave many people in the local area an opportunity when others did not. He always saw the best in people. He taught me to treat others with respect, an invaluable lesson, especially during my early years in the business. Dad was a man of integrity and honesty, and this shone through in every aspect of his life, including his business. “Finally, we would like to thank all our employees, loyal customers, suppliers, and especially our Dad for making this journey special. Here’s to the next 50!”

Operators gain valuable insight with all-new Yanmar app Yanmar Compact Equipment EMEA has launched an innovative new app to provide operators with in-depth practical and technical information about the latest Yanmar machines; it is compatible with all new models featuring a QR code. Simply point your smartphone camera at the code and wait to be redirected to the relevant machine page. As well as detailed user information, such as the product manual and tutorial videos, operators can access

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machine safety instructions, lashing and slinging diagrams and daily maintenance guidance. Users can quickly navigate every model in the Yanmar range via the easy-to-use menus and simple online search fields. For more frequent use, operators can even add a shortcut to their smartphone homepage for faster digital access. Damiano Violi, Managing Director at Yanmar Compact Equipment EMEA, commented: “We developed Yanmar Scan

to provide operators with a simple way to access important machine information via their smartphone. The new tool aims makes it easy to search for machine use, machine safety and machine maintenance data and eliminates the need to keep paper copies on site. “This forward-thinking approach not only maximises efficiencies, but also further improves the user experience and makes maintenance checks, operator training and preparing machines for transport easier than ever!”

To help users navigate the new app, Yanmar has created a helpful motion design video. Available in four languages, it can be accessed via the Yanmar YouTube channel.

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FACILITIES FIT FOR THE FUTURE: THE ROKBAK ROAD TO ZERO LANDFILL AND CARBON NEUTRALITY As the eyes of the world focused on Glasgow during the COP26 UN Climate Change Conference this November, Rokbak was reflecting on its own journey towards a more sustainable future. Reducing environmental impact is a key tenet of the Rokbak brand, which is making significant reductions in carbon emissions, as well as energy and material use, at its plant in Motherwell, Scotland with the full support of parent company Volvo Group. Paul Douglas, managing director, Rokbak, recently delivered a keynote address at the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland’s (NMIS) ‘Manufacturing a Net-Zero Future’ conference where he highlighted the crucial role companies can play in delivering more sustainable factory operations. Paul also stressed the importance of collaboration and partnerships and Rokbak is working closely with its suppliers and customers in order to make a real impact. A first major step towards reducing carbon emissions came in 2019, when the plant switched to a green tariff with its electricity supplier. The contract includes a Renewable Energy Guarantee of Origin (REGO) certificate to ensure all electricity delivered to the site genuinely comes from renewable sources – and is anticipated to reduce the plant’s carbon footprint by 900 tonnes (992 US tons) per year.

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Karen Anne Duffy, HSE & Sustainability Manager.

54 submeters are now being installed across the site to give greater visibility over electricity use and empower teams to drive their own efficiencies. Operational since the end of October, they give the teams insight into where electricity is used and

how targeted action can be taken towards reducing unnecessary consumption. The next big step for Motherwell is to tackle natural gas consumption, which is primarily used for space heating. The admin building and some of the other

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REDUCING ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT IS A KEY TENET OF THE ROKBAK BRAND, WHICH IS MAKING SIGNIFICANT REDUCTIONS IN CARBON EMISSIONS, AS WELL AS ENERGY AND MATERIAL USE, AT ITS PLANT IN MOTHERWELL, SCOTLAND WITH THE FULL SUPPORT OF PARENT COMPANY VOLVO GROUP annexes have already moved over from gas to electric heating and cooling, while other areas will switch to electric-powered systems in 2022. That will leave the factory and the warehouse, which will also require new roofing and insulating cladding.

Improving the here and now While this long-term project is in development, the plant has implemented two key measures to reduce gas use in the factory and warehouse. First, it has been compartmentalised into smaller working areas that are easier to heat – partitioned off by fire-retardant curtains. This is in contrast to the previous layout with just a single, large open plan layout. Elsewhere, the large, corrugated metal roller doors are being replaced. The previous doors had to be manually winched up, so were often left fully or partially open, allowing heat to escape. The new roller doors are equipped with motion sensors, automatically moving up and down and therefore reducing heat loss.

least 95% of waste is diverted from landfill. All steel and wood is recycled with food waste going for composting. Rokbak is also actively working with its suppliers to reduce the amount of materials consumed in the first place, such as requesting to receive goods on reusable stillages instead of wooden pallets and asking oils or lubricants to be delivered in larger containers that can be refilled or repurposed.

Net zero by 2040 All these changes fit into the larger context of Volvo Group’s environmental mission, which in November 2020 became one of the first big equipment manufacturers to sign up to Science Based Targets. Volvo Group has

committed to reducing operating emissions by 50% by 2030 and achieving net zero by 2040. At the COP26 UN Climate Change Conference in November, Volvo Group President Martin Lundstedt attended as a member of the Swedish presidential mission. Rokbak is keen to see strong progress post COP26 and will continue working on its own local roadmap to meet global Volvo Group targets for carbon neutrality. “The targets we have set ourselves at Rokbak and Volvo Group are tough, but I believe they are achievable. Volvo has shown its willingness to invest, and our staff and customers are also keen to do their bit,” said Karen Anne Duffy, HSE & Sustainability Manager for the Motherwell plant.

Furthermore, the plant is about to finalise a contract for green gas, which comes from landfill, food processing or composting sites. It is difficult to quantify the carbon reduction this switch will achieve, but it is another step in the right direction. The plant is also finalising a contract to replace its forklift trucks with electric models, which will save about 75 tonnes (82.6 US tons) of CO2 per year.

Landfill free manufacturing When it comes to reducing material waste, the site is now practically landfill free and will soon apply for Volvo Group certification for demonstrating that at

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Antrim Company Invests £10million to Form Four New Businesses target to achieve a £50 million turnover in the next five years.

COUNTY Antrim based, Jans Group has announced a major expansion and £10m investment that has seen the establishment of four new companies, and will see the creation of over 150 new jobs for the local area by June 2022 – doubling the company’s existing workforce. In 2019 Jans acquired a composites business from the Wright Group and established a new home in an impressive 10,000 metres square facility in Caulside Drive, Antrim. This provided the scope to significantly expand business operations during the covid challenged 2020. The Group developed multiple products during this period, building on excellent engineering and technical knowhow within the company. At the start of 2021 and with order books open for the new products, the Group’s Board decided to launch four new companies to allow for accelerated growth of each of their product lines. Each business was established with leading industry based managers, and these managing directors began building a strong team with a customer centric focus with innovation at its core. Building on the strong advanced materials and transport knowledge Etrux Ltd, a sustainable focused lightweight commercial vehicle business was formed to bring an evolution

Anne Marie McCartney, CFO and Jans Finance, Jeff McMullan, Jans Composites, Ronan Hamill, CEO, Edel Doherty, Offsite Solutions, Peter Drayne, Group Director, Neil Jarvis, Jans Lifestyle, Stephen Reid, Group Commercial Director, and Gerard Calvin, Etrux.

to lightweight, high quality commercial vehicles, while establishing a manufacturing base in Antrim and a sales and leasing team in England. The next business established was Jans Off Site Solutions Ltd, which constructs modular buildings for the leisure and residential market. With a growing customer base across these product businesses, Jans Finance was launched to support their clients in uncertain times with various purchase and leasing options which has proven a key to driving these two companies forward. Elsewhere and to further enhance the customer experience and market reach, Jans then launched a retail offering in Boucher Road, Jans Lifestyle Ltd, which provides

an outlet for existing product ranges but also develops a unique customer experience with camper van sales and rentals, garden rooms and a full range of lifestyle products, which is aimed at enhancing people’s quality of life in the great outdoors. Ronan Hamill, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Jans Group said, “In 2019, there was an opportunity to take what we did and create something much bigger which was rooted in the community. This opportunity has grown exponentially with the formation of various companies under the Jans Group brand, which includes our initial company, Jans Composites. We expect these companies to perform very well in the future and have set an ambitious

Mecalac takes home gold at Business Awards Mecalac Construction Equipment UK has taken home gold in the ‘International Trade and Export’ category at this year’s CoventryLive Business Awards. The ceremony, which took place at the CBS Arena, celebrated success and achievement from the region’s most innovative companies. Recognised as one of Coventry’s leading businesses, Mecalac was rewarded for its commitment to continued export sales success through innovation, investment and working locally with the Chamber of Commerce.

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The judges were impressed by the company’s incremental increase in international trade, despite the continued impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as its pivotal role in the global construction marketplace. Mecalac has now won the coveted award twice, taking home gold in both 2018 and 2021. During this time, the company has continued to refine, redesign and expand its product offer with a number of innovative new models and stateof-the-art machine technologies.

“Our main aim behind the establishment of Jans Group was to broaden our customer base, bring innovative new products to market and build a business that would support the livelihood of those who work there. Occasionally, those towns outside Belfast can be forgotten about but we want to make Antrim a centre for innovation, creativity, opportunity, and expansion. We know that Antrim and the surrounding districts have very skilled workers, and our desire is to provide a working environment that is progressive, forward thinking and innovative for those people.” Since its establishment in 2019, Jans Group has experienced solid progression and Ronan believes the Group’s innovation will help drive its projected future growth. Ronan said, “In terms of innovation, we’re leading the way with our electric commercial vehicles, smart lodges and light weight composites. Likewise, our sales of our camper vans in particular have been performing very well. “We also own the largest CNC cutting machine in Northern Ireland which can manufacture large parts for our products. We are very excited for the future of Jans Group and for what this will deliver for the Antrim community in terms of jobs and bolstering the local economy.”

Mark Royse, Head of Sales at Mecalac Construction Equipment UK, commented: “Being recognised for our commitment to international trade and export is testament to the team’s hard work and dedication. With more than 60 years’ manufacturing experience, we’re hugely proud of our Coventry roots and consider it a real honour to be taking home such a prestigious accolade. “While the ongoing impacts of COVID and Brexit have proven challenging, we’re committed to further developing our classleading portfolio of compact construction equipment. From an export perspective, we continue to experience significant demand from across the globe, with construction professionals looking to invest in futureproof equipment for some of the world’s most innovative construction projects.”

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Brigade Electronics launches Plant Operators’ Guide Brigade Electronics has launched a new Plant Operators’ Guide to help improve efficiency and safety on worksites in industries including construction, mining, quarrying and agriculture. The guide, which is available as a free download, recognises the huge challwes heavy industries face when it comes to ensuring safety is maintained on worksites and provides information on how plant operators can improve their worksite safety through the provision of technology. These solutions include ZoneSafe, which uses the latest Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology to create detection zones around vehicles, reducing the risk of injury or damage from collisions and near miss occurrences to people and property. Emily Hardy, Marketing Manager of Brigade Electronics UK, said: “Safety on worksites has never been more critical. As heavy industries continue to feel the effects of a pandemicinduced skills shortage, companies must be extra vigilant. When resources are stretched, or new and less experienced workers are brought on site, the risk of accidents is heightened. “We appreciate that it can be difficult to research the many different options available. Our guide helps plant operators to understand the variety of vehicle safety solutions on offer and how they meet the specific requirements and legislations for heavy plant machinery. We’ve also included some real-world scenarios and details of how these have positively impacted the operators involved.”

RFID detection system ZoneSafe uses Radio Frequency Identiﬁcation (RFID) technology to create detection zones around vehicles and mobile plant. Vehicle-mounted antennas detect RFID tags which can be worn by workers, or placed on objects or property. When a ZoneSafe tag enters a detection zone, the vehicle operator receives a visual and audible alert. A vibrating tag also warns the detected worker of an approaching vehicle. ZoneSafe RFID technology does not require line-of-sight and tags will be detected regardless of obstructions, blind spots, adverse weather or poor visibility.

On average, seven workers die each year as a result of accidents involving vehicles or mobile plant on construction sites. A further 93 are seriously injured. The sheer size and weight of mobile plant equipment poses a very real danger to site workers if safety measures and precautions are not followed. Plant operators who have invested in technology upgrades have reported a significant reduction in driver overload when manoeuvring vehicles in difficult conditions. “It is clear that vehicle safety systems should always be considered in the drive towards safer worksites,” added Emily. “Technology should be embraced as an opportunity for risk reduction and lower costs. We hope our Plant Operators’ Guide will be a useful free resource for any company considering investment in this area.” Brigade’s Plant Operators’ Guide can be downloaded for free from https://brigade-electronics.com/wp-content/ uploads/2021/04/A5-Plant-Operators-Guide-V.3-RS.pdf.

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‘FIRST’ BOBCAT TELEHANDLER PLAYS VITAL SAFETY ROLE AT WHITEMOUNTAIN QUARRY

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view from the cab The health and safety of employees plays a vital role at Whitemountain’s Ballystockart Quarry at Comber in County Down which is why the company has invested in its first Bobcat telehandler, a T40.180SLP model from Northern Excavators, as Plant & Civil Engineer’s David Stokes has been finding out. With nearly 18 m lift height and a maximum capacity of 4 tonnes, the Bobcat T40.180SLP has been fitted with a remote controlled man basket to enable the team at the quarry to perform a variety of tasks that involve working at height. In many cases the telehandler will be utilised on work that would otherwise have required climbing a ladder. Its compact stabilisers,

frame levelling and boom positioning system also contributes significantly to the safety of the men. In addition, the Bobcat T40.180SLP was supplied with a sweeper which will help keep roads and paths around the quarry debris free. “Up until now, we had two machines on hire to assist us, but the new Bobcat has easily replaced those and is proving to be an excellent fit for purpose machine,” says Quarry Manager Pat O’Connor who is a strong advocate of good health and safety, having worked in the industry for over 20 years. “The support we have received from Northern Excavators has been outstanding. They were able to come to the quarry to offer some initial training for our men on how to safely use the Bobcat telehandler, and that has been reinforced by bringing in a specialised trainer to ensure all the correct procedures are properly carried out. With men working from the basket up to 18 metres in height, you cannot afford to take any unnecessary risks. “The machine has a quality, well designed cab that provides the operator with excellent all round visibility; he can even see through the roof of the cab so he knows what’s happening directly above the machine. There’s also a grill on the front windscreen

for added protection, in addition to a 360 degree camera and ample mirrors.” Adds Pat, who is Vice-Chairman of the Northern Ireland branch of the Institute of Quarrying, and hopes to become Chairman in 2022: “As the operators become more familiar with the machine we may well add other extra health and safety features that will help them in their work around the quarry, depending on what our men recommend; we always take on board their views and suggestions. Their safety is our top priority.”

User Friendly As the team at Whitemountain are discovering, the Bobcat telehandler is a highly user-friendly machine, with simple, intuitive controls like the single, fully electroproportional joystick for all boom movements such as lift, tilt and telescopic, the front/ neutral/rear auxiliary controls and machine setting controls, giving the operator the highest possible accuracy and, crucially, safety when lifting the man basket. This Bobcat joystick is safer too, as the operator always has one hand on the steering wheel. One step access to the spacious and comfortable cab and forward/reverse controls on the joystick all come as standard. The operator can also configure his machine to suit to his habits with controls on the steering wheel lever, or both steering wheel and joystick; the controls are well identified, backlit and logically positioned, while the adjustable CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE

THE EASY AND INTUITIVE DASHBOARD GIVES OPERATORS ALL THE INFORMATION THEY NEED: JOB HOURS, TRAVEL OR ENGINE SPEED, BOOM ANGLE, FRAME LEVELLING ANGLE, AUXILIARY HYDRAULIC FLOW SETTING, AND MUCH MORE.

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steering wheel, simplified display screen and semi-automatic wheel alignment, amongst other features, add to the ease of use. The easy and intuitive dashboard gives operators all the information they need: job hours, travel or engine speed, boom angle, frame levelling angle, auxiliary hydraulic flow setting, and much more. It also features an ECO mode that allows you to maintain hydraulic performance without using the engine’s full power, so you work with lower rpm, less noise and lower fuel consumption.

modes to adapt to his job. Semi-automatic wheel alignment provides automated assistance to the operator, ensuring that the wheels are always aligned when changing between the three steering modes. Wheel re-alignment can also be made manually. The automatic parking brake function provides an additional level of safety in everyday operations. It is automatically engaged at low engine revs or engine turned off, making operations simpler and faster for an operator who is concentrating on his job.

For extra safety and comfort, the Bobcat work lights are positioned on the top of the cab – two in front and one at the rear – to provide good visibility while working on dull or dark winter afternoons such as we are experiencing at the moment.

The Bobcat Boom Positioning System (BPS) gives you a side-shift movement so you can put the load – such as the man basket Pat earlier spoke about - exactly in the right place. But unlike conventional side-shift carriages, the built-in frame BPS design means you suffer no loss of lifting capacity. There’s no need to re-position the machine, you get up to 1350 mm side-shift at 18 m lifting height.

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The Bobcat telehandler is equipped with three different steering modes - two-wheel steering mode for road driving and high speed use, four-wheel steering mode when your job requires a small turning radius in confined spaces, or crab-steer mode for lateral approaches and work alongside walls. The operator can easily change steering

Meanwhile, easy-to-use compact stabilisers ensure that you can use the machine’s full capabilities in the most confined working areas. In addition to safe working practice, stabilisers give you a big advantage when you need to get close to a building without losing reach – and when the telehandler is operating on uneven terrain such as in

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the quarry or on a slope, the operator can

adjust the frame level to horizontal. Easy and safe to use, the frame angle is displayed on the screen and the frame-level angle range and speed are managed automatically. All things considered, it is easy to see why Whitemountain opted for the Bobcat T40.180SLP; with so many built in state-ofthe-art safety features, it is ideal for their purposes. The machine will clearly become an increasingly valuable asset around the quarry.

SANDVIK QI353 3RD GENERATION HSI IMPACTOR Does your impact crusher meet your productivity and uptime expectations? Sandvik is revolutionizing impact crushers with the first of our 3-Series crusher range offering. The QI353 is the most versatile, mid-sized mobile impactor available today, designed to demand more uptime than any other. Built utilizing Sandvik’s market leading Prisec technology, capable of operating in primary and secondary applications.

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MORE EFFICIENCY, FLEXIBILITY AND PRODUCTIVITY WITH SANDVIK’S 3-SERIES MOBILE IMPACT CRUSHER Sandvik Mobile Crushers and Screens has unveiled its new QI353 midsize impactor, the first of its New 3rd Generation 3-Series products. Designed in response to customer research, the QI353 has been built with more productivity, uptime, efficiency, flexibility, connectivity and safety at the forefront of its innovative design. The Sandvik QI353 features a ground-up new mid-size track platform and custom

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Prisec impact crusher. Targeted at quarry, recycling and contractor segments, the QI353 is the most versatile, mid-sized mobile impactor available today, designed to provide more uptime than any other. With the operator in mind, the QI353 offers a user-friendly mobile solution, with controls and maintenance points located conveniently at ground level. A key highlight is the new automated control system featuring Optik™ intuitive user experience. With colour visual display,

easy navigation, and total integration for troubleshooting, diagnostics and support.

More Productivity The QI353 has been designed with productivity in mind and can process up to 400 mtph / 441 stph. Its feed arrangement includes a new feed hopper with curved heavy-duty sides for greater capacity and tapered feed arrangement to reduce blockages and ensure continuous crushing. It also features a new pan feeder with

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geared drive and a larger pre-screen with improved access to replace media. At the core of the QI353 is a new mid-size Prisec impact crusher, which boasts the largest feed opening 1170 mm x 730 mm / 46” x 29” and largest rotor diameter 1150 mm / 45” in its class, for higher capacity & greater energy efficiency. Adjustable apron curtains and tip speed ensure a wide range of product gradations can be achieved. Also, all plant conveyors have larger discharge heights for increased stockpiling capacity.

More Uptime The QI353 features a free-flowing feed arrangement where all components in the flow path through the machine get wider, for Improved material flow. A load sensing system for feeder drive, to ensure continuous crushing. A larger pre-screen for effective removal of fines, maximizing throughput and reducing wear. In addition, the QI353 benefits from extended service intervals and larger onboard fuel storage to extend intervals between refuelling.

More Efficiency The QI353 has been designed to consume less energy, its double-deck pre-screen ensures maximum scalping capability and prevents any undersize material passing through the impactor. This maximizes crusher throughput, reduces wear costs and energy consumption. The machine requires 40% less hydraulic oil per service

and benefits from extended hydraulic oil replacement intervals. When combined, this can be up to 64% less hydraulic oil consumed over 10,000hrs of machine usage (subject to oil sampling). The QI353 is also fitted with the latest emissionscompliant power pack for maximum performance and cost efficiency.

More Flexibility Boasting a high degree of flexibility to suit any application, the QI353 is particularly useful for contractors who change jobs frequently. The natural fines conveyor can be positioned for right- or left-hand discharge with a three-position by-pass chute under the pre-screen allowing you to decide where to send your natural fines. The QI353 comes prepared to accept our new enhanced HS323 hanging screen module, offering the flexibility for the crusher to operate in open or closed circuit. The HS323 enhancements include prepared to accept belt scales for TPH monitoring on fines and stockpile conveyor belts, subframe enhanced for improved screen media access and tensioning and an updated mid-size stockpile conveyor. The unique design enables set-up in less than 30 minutes and can be fitted without the use of additional lifting equipment. The patent pending hanging screen option delivers multi-functionality as a 1, 2 or 3-way split screener, as well as a highly productive and efficient impact crusher.

More Connectivity The new automation system with Optik™ intuitive user experience, includes simplified operation controls and total integration with our My Fleet telematics solution. Diagnostic support, pre-installed guides for troubleshooting and real time information allows customers to know exactly how their equipment is being utilized. One of the new additions to the plant, is the availability of optional belt scales on the QI353. These are fitted to the product conveyor and will enable productivity data to be displayed on the user interface and via My Fleet for TPH monitoring enabling full control of the machines output.

More Safety Features With operator safety paramount, we have incorporated a new access platform under the feeder & pre-screen and a spacious 3-sided 270 degree platform for service and maintenance. A lifting beam, jib and tackle are provided, as well as the patented rotor turning device to ensure operator safety, when removing, rotating or installing hammers. A height adjustable overband magnet and all conveyors can be conveniently lowered for inspection and servicing purposes. Enhanced safety features are embedded within Optik™ intuitive user experience, including visual warnings and emergency stop locations.

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METSO OUTOTEC EXPANDS LOKOTRACK MOBILE SERIES FOR AGGREGATES Metso Outotec is launching two new models to the Lokotrack mobile crushing and screening series. The new Lokotrack LT200HPX and Lokotrack LT220GP mobile cone crushers are compact but efficient units ideal

for aggregate contractor customers, bringing up to 30% more capacity and added flexibility compared to earlier models.

events recently, and in the new Lokotrack Liveroom 360 online experience together with services and parts offerings for Lokotrack.

down for transport. LT200HPX can be combined with Lokotrack LT106 and LT116 jaw crushers and Lokotrack ST3.8 and ST4.8 mobile screens.

The new models were premiered during Metso Outotec’s virtual studio

The launch models have many new features that are designed to improve the efficiency of customer’s operations. They are built on the same new chassis, allowing customers to choose between the two cone crusher types and various optional features based on their specific needs.

The Lokotrack LT220GP provides additional crushing power and can be equipped with a pre-screen or with a belt feeder. LT220GP fits well with Lokotrack LT120/LT120E mobile jaw crushers and ST4.10 mobile screen for highcapacity aggregate production.

The Lokotrack LT200HPX is equipped with an efficient two-deck pre-screen providing more capacity. Heavy duty chassis and wide conveyors facilitate high throughput, and a direct v-belt crusher drive ensures high fuel efficiency. Service and transportation are facilitated with extensive service platforms that fold

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“The new models and our end-to-end offering displayed in the Lokotrack Liveroom, demonstrate our focus on improving aggregates customers’ operations and bottom line,” says Kimmo Anttila, Vice President, Lokotrack Solutions at Metso Outotec. “With these new models of 300 metrics tons per hour capacity

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and 40 metrics ton transport weight, the customers have even more choice and flexibility to select from our cone crusher range. Lokotrack is a sustainable and future-proof choice for any type of aggregate production.”

Service and support Metso Outotec offers extensive services and parts support for Lokotrack, including for example spare and wear parts recommendation lists and kits,

full container load parts service, inspections and extended warranties and the Metrics remote monitoring solution. The service portfolio showcased in the Liveroom addresses the needs of aggregates customers

in terms of equipment protection, availability, performance, and upgrades. These services are aimed at helping Lokotrack crushing and screening assets operate at their optimal levels.

METSO OUTOTEC LAUNCHES INDEX ONLINE TOOL FOR METAL RECYCLING MACHINES The new Index operating and production data collection system from Metso Outotec’s Metal Recycling business transfers relevant data from the recycling machine directly to the customer’s equipment. Metso Outotec Metal Recycling has taken the next step in terms of digitisation and, with Index, introduced an intelligent way to increase machine productivity, optimise the costbenefit ratio and identify limiting parameters at an early stage. “Accessible via mobile app or from the dashboard any time, one click is all it takes to find out immediately how high the current capacity utilisation is, which material is currently being processed, how many operating hours the equipment has already been running for, or what the general condition of the metal recycling machine is,” explains Peter Thomas, Director of Products and Technology for Metal Recycling in Metso Outotec.

All the equipment data can be visualised, displayed and analysed in the Index web portal and if necessary, transferred to programs and systems designed for controlling purposes. “We are talking about modern workflow and performance monitoring, which serves as the perfect basis for evaluating the various key performance indicators (KPIs),” he continues. The server used to back up data is currently one of the most secure servers on the market. It is located in Europe and is therefore subject to European data protection regulations. Index will be available immediately as standard equipment in these Lindemann shears: EtaCut II, EtaCut, PowerCut/LUC as well as PowerCut Wings/LIS and LU. In addition, customers have the option of retrofitting their current stock shears of the previously mentioned machine types with Index. “Additionally, Index will soon be available for presses and shredder systems for Metso Outotec’s metal recycling customers,” says Peter Thomas.

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TEREX ECOTEC’S TDS V20 SHOWS ITS POWER AND RELIABILITY AT THE PEUTE GROUP Peute Recycling, a Dutch company and part of the internationally operating Peute Group, has invested in a Terex Ecotec TDS V20 medium speed shredder to enhance its ability to produce a high-quality and standard of recycled paper at its facility in Alblasserdam, The Netherlands. Peute Recycling has an established partnership with Terex Ecotec distributor, Troost Machinehandel B.V., having purchased various kinds of machinery from the company and been satisfied with their partnership.

dimensions, a requirement from one of our largest customers,” according to Rudolf. After investigating Terex Ecotec’s equipment options with Troost Machinehandel B.V., Peute Recycling opted for the TDS V20, which they found was particularly suited to their operation. Its ability to produce a controlled product size in one pass would prove to be of huge benefit to Peute Recycling, saving both time and fuel.

Rudolf Peute, Operational Manager at Peute Recycling explains,“A lot of brands make good products, but it is the service partner who determines how well a product is being placed in the market. Additionally, their advice is important for making the right choices.

The machine is equipped with a Stage 5 diesel engine of 493 horsepower, reversible hydraulic fan, internal fire suppression system, rubber pads on the steel tracks (because the machine is moved indoors) and a long conveyor belt, with a 5-metre discharge height. The TDS V20 gave the desired results during testing, with Rudolf saying that the team at Peute Recycling were very impressed with the performance of the machine.

“We needed a diesel-powered shredder, because we don’t have enough electrical power for such tough machines at our current location. We also wanted the paper to be homogenous and compressed in similar

The TDS V20 mainly shreds industrial types of paper, such as coffee pods, pastry cups, rolls of wrapping paper, packaging material, magazines and newspaper, which often needs to be reduced for a certain

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field of application. A major application for the company is a semi-finished product for the fibreboard/gypsum industry, where paper compositions are used to make gypsum fibre reinforced boards. Peute Recycling has found the TDSV20 to be a robust machine, an important characteristic for reducing paper. “The machine uses a certain type of cutting technique rather than tearing which gives the right results for us. “Paper is a strange product that releases a lot of forces, which can be problematic. For example, shredders that can process the most difficult materials can struggle when you throw in a pack of paper. Reducing material is a specialist profession.” Rudolf adds: “We have been running for about 600-700 hours to date and see that the wear of the cutting teeth is at a low level—we haven’t had to change teeth yet. Costs are also saved due to lower fuel consumption compared to previous shredders, which is another plus for our bottom line. We haven’t looked back since investing in our TDSV20.”

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TEREX WASHING SYSTEMS LAUNCH M1700X MOBILE WASHING SCREEN Terex Washing Systems has launched its latest innovation - the enhanced M1700X Mobile Washing Screen.

as well as increased screen angle adjustment that is highly adaptable for feed material variation.

The M1700X is a redesign of the M1700 and improves the M Range of mobile washing screens manufactured by Terex Washing Systems that can produce up to five products (three aggregates and two sands) in applications including; aggregates, recycling, industrial sands and mining.

The model has also been redesigned with a focus on wet processing efficiency, with 16% increase in spray capacity across all decks, industry leading levels of catchbox sealing, innovative configurable catchbox outlets and configurable blending to maintain material specification.

Barry McMenamin, Business Line Director of Terex Washing Systems said, “The addition of the M1700X will enhance an already significant product range offered by Terex Washing Systems, meeting both market and customers’ needs for mobile washing. “Our team of engineers have worked closely with our customers to develop

improvements to an already high performing machine, such as the new tracked rinser that features a redesigned high fluidisation wash box, increased standard features and improved washing efficiency.”

Highlights The improved M1700X features a new integrated high fluidisation wash box to maximise deck efficiency, increase media wear life and have an adjustable spray system. It also boasts increased standard features, including a

standard hydraulic raise and lower for quicker service access, standard hydraulic tensioning, and one-piece catchbox for easy machine reconfiguration. Setting new standards in screen box technology, the M1700X has heavy duty bearing arrangement for long service life, higher levels of screening efficiency and throughput, increased serviceability and maintenance access

Additionally, the M1700X is easily transported, has a quick set up time (typically 15 minutes), and has optional hybrid power available around the world.

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MORE OPERATORS THAN EVER CHOOSING TILTROTATORS FROM ROTOTILT Tiltrotators from Rototilt have rapidly become one of the leading brands in Ireland and the UK, with the Irish market being served by Cullion Plant since 2014. The County Tyrone based dealership is fully equipped to handle all sales, service and spare parts for the complete Rototilt range across the island of Ireland. The opening of Rototilt Ltd’s dedicated UK office has gone one step further to strengthen its position in this part of the world; it has given Rototilt a more focused approach to the market here and throughout the UK, while offering an invaluable sales and technical training facility. Tiltrotators from Rototilt virtually transforms an excavator into a flexible machine that opens up the opportunity for operators to take on more challenging tasks; not only can they get them done faster, and more efficient, but with less manpower such is the product’s versatility. Rototilt’s tiltrotators are robust and reliable thanks to their cast rotor housing which is both stronger and lighter than welded alternatives. The worm gear on all models, for example, boasts improved

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geometry and stricter wheel and screw manufacturing tolerances, providing smoother operation and reduced friction. The worm gear is also equipped with a new worm screw with integrated lubrication channels, which improves and further extends the service life of the tiltrotators. Large bearing surfaces effectively absorb and distribute excavation forces. The specially designed guard for the hydraulic motor is integrated with the cast rotor housing and protects it against impact and shocks from beneath.

Advantages Rototilt’s tiltrotators are oil filled. The advantages of oil over grease are numerous, including continuous lubrication, better heat dissipation, a longer service life, particle removal, fewer lubrication points and cleaner components, the latter simplifying maintenance. Rototilt’s central lubrication system offers convenient tiltrotator lubrication. It is designed to be connected to the machine’s central lubrication system and features an easily accessible interface on the mount. The system also simplifies manual lubrication if the machine lacks a central lubrication system. Self-lubricating bushings

on the cylinder attachments mean fewer lubrication points and consequently simpler maintenance. All Rototilt cylinders feature load management as standard, which increases workplace safety; the load is secure, even in the event of a hose rupture, for example

Control systems With Rototilt you can choose the control system that optimises your excavator and contributes to increased performance, better handling and more options for settings. The Innovative Control System, ICS, is a smart control system that features a clear and simple display that quickly gives you overview and control. With the ergonomically designed handle you can control tilting, rotation and any extra function during the same excavation movement. Choosing the pulse function, for example, will help you to quickly and evenly spread the material. You can also get individual operator settings and smart troubleshooting that even suggests corrective actions.

An important ICS function is the safety solution SecureLock. With a built-in sensor in the quick coupler, you get a warning both on the display and with an audio signal if anything is wrong with the tool coupling. Continuous monitoring ensures that the tool remains locked in place. The safety lock also lets you know when tools are worn and require attention. For dual hydraulic circuits common on smaller excavators, TLE (Tilt Lock Extra) is an attractive and cost-effective control system alternative; it also works with larger excavators with dual circuits and can be complemented with SecureLock.

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DOOSAN UPGRADES ITS POPULAR ELECTRIC BT/BX 7 PLUS SERIES Designed to deliver simple, powerful performance in even the harshest of operating environments, Doosan’s BT/BX 7 Plus models have now been upgraded, resulting in enhanced braking, reduced noise levels, greater cooling performance, and extra driving comfort.

Noise levels have been markedly improved too. The combination of a low-noise drive axle and a new sound suppression design has resulted in a 37% reduction in sound intensity compared to the previous model, creating a far more comfortable working environment for both driver and those working close by.

Further advantages include more efficient ergonomics, new safety features as standard – plus greater choice on options – and improved waterproofing for better all-weather performance and reliability.

In keeping with Doosan’s reputation for rugged design and reliable performance, the latest models have improved waterproofing, offering protection against water and dirt in the harshest of outdoor applications, whatever the weather. All connectors are water protected to IP67, controllers sealed and rated to IP65 and motors and pumps offer full dust and water protection to IP43 rating. Electric motor cooling performance has been improved too, with a new centralised cooling fan.

Safety has been stepped-up a gear with Doosan’s all-round braking system, which includes the Doosan Electric magnetic auto Parking Brake (EPB) and Electric Foot Brake (EFB) systems, together with an unlimited ramp-hold capability. With the EPB system the parking brake automatically activates when the driver leaves the seat, ensuring safety around the vehicle, and with the new EFB system brakes are automatically applied as soon as the operator’s foot lifts off the accelerator pedal. In the cab, clever design features, greater driver comfort and well thought-out ergonomics go hand-in-hand with safer working. The new improved mast design significantly reduces mast oscillation, which allows the operator to safely maneuver when the mast is fully elevated. In addition, Doosan’s optional Guardian Stability System (GSS)ensures safe handling by automatically reducing travel speed as a load is elevated. Further safety improvements include a newly designed overhead guard with angled

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roof bars for a clearer upward view, a large panoramic mirror for better rear visibility and a new fence-light feature that offers a warning to pedestrians by projecting red lines around the vehicle. In addition, optional front and rear safety lights are available for extra visibility.

Greater comfort Operator comfort has been significantly upgraded with the introduction of a new Doosan low-vibration, shock-absorbing seat, with full suspension adjustable up to 150 kg and far greater armrest control.

Doosan’s new, improved curve speed control system automatically reduces the vehicle’s travel speed to an optimum level when cornering, reducing the risk of accidents and damage – allowing operators to perform everyday handling tasks with greater confidence. Further efficiency gains can be achieved in battery changing operations, with Side Lift In and Lift Out and Side Roll In and Roll Out design, allowing fast changeover of batteries for multi-shift operations. Helping to reduce valuable warehouse space, a tighter turning radius on the new BT/ BX 7 Plus models offer businesses the potential to move to a more compact racking layout, with narrower aisle widths.

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YANMAR CE UNVEILS ITS FIRST ELECTRIC MINI EXCAVATOR PROTOTYPE Yanmar Compact Equipment has a long and well-deserved reputation for delivering fuel efficient and sustainable engine technology. Now, the company brings its engine and mini excavator expertise into the field of electrification with its first electric mini excavator prototype: the new SV17e. This innovation represents an important strategic step for Yanmar Compact Equipment. “Our aim, together with our dealer partners, is to build stronger relationships and create even greater customer value,” said CEO Giuliano Parodi. “Our transformation will embrace our entire business and will encompass new products with alternative fuel technologies. The SV17e prototype is a clear demonstration of our intent to build a sustainable business for our customers and dealer partners.”

The SV17e is a mini excavator aimed at customers in the European market and plays in the 1.5 to 2.0 tonnes segment. Powered by efficient electric drive and 48-volt batteries with fast charging capability, it’s a quiet, zero-emissions machine designed to meet the most demanding emissions restrictions. In-line with Yanmar Compact Equipment’s commitment to creating an exceptional customer experience, the appeal of the SV17e goes beyond simply being an electric machine. The design and engineering team have set out to build a machine which offers the highest levels of comfort, ergonomics and operational power, precision, and control. “Our prototype is significant because it demonstrates our capability to bring the quality and reliability of our highly respected conventional engine technology into the arena of electrification,” explained

Product Management Director EMEA, Cedric Durand. “But we have gone further. As always, the operator is at the heart of this machine, and we have challenged ourselves to deliver the comfort, power, control and precision which we believe will surpass the expectations of professional operators.” In preparation for its sales start at Bauma 2022, the prototype SV17e is currently undergoing Yanmar’s vigorous product testing regime. These tough field tests are uncompromising in their thoroughness to ensure an uncompromising level of durability and reliability in the design and engineering. According to Director Engineering EMEA, Sota Takami: “We are very pleased with the performance to date – as you would expect, we have a rigorous testing regime which pushes every aspect of the machine to its limit.

The machine has performed very well in all these tests. We are particularly pleased with the power, and control of the machine. Of course, this is a quiet, zero emission machine but that, in itself, is not enough. We must create a great feeling for the operator. I am confident that professional operators will be very comfortable in this machine, they will certainly feel the power, control and the precision handling they will need to take on the big jobs as well as the small jobs.” For those who cannot wait until Bauma 2022 to see the new SV17e in action, Yanmar Compact Equipment has prepared a short teaser film. Emphasising the power, control and precision of the new machine, this short film proves that even the smallest jobs deserve Yanmar’s innovation. Video link : https:// youtu.be/zqAxhGZT3Kg

KOMATSU SAYS SHORT TAIL SWING DIGGERS AN IDEA WAITING TO BE INVENTED Until it first burst upon the scene, the short tail swing excavator was an idea waiting to be invented. With services and utilities providers now locating an increasing number of pipes, conduits and cables underground, need for equipment that can operate safely in busy urban settings has pushed up demand for these mighty street-size digging machines. This fact is confirmed by Komatsu distributor McHale Plant Sales whose order books show how interest in these attractively designed and cleverly counterbalanced machines has continued to increase. Leading Komatsu model on the market here is the PC138US-11 whose compact

swing radius makes it ideal for safe working in confined spaces. Fronting a model series that McHale Plant Sales director, John O’Brien says is “one of Ireland’s best-selling excavators”, the PC138US-11 is powered by a 93.5hp (69.7kW) EU Stage IV emissionscertified and more environmentallyfriendly Komatsu SAA4D95LE engine. Its lower daily operating costs and fuel consumption without loss of performance are two of the beneficial spin-offs when compared to the version it replaces. Operational safety is enhanced thanks to Komatsu’s Komvision system (optional)

which gives the operator a 360 degrees bird’s eye view of the jobsite surroundings. Projected on to a standard 7” LCD widescreen monitor within the cabin, it gives the operator notice of possible perils before commencing work – especially useful in urban environments where pedestrian and traffic volumes are high and the risk of accidental injury is ever present.

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INTRODUCING CAT’S NEXT GENERATION MINI HYDRAULIC EXCAVATORS...

Built to deliver an improved customer experience, the new 4-tonne, Cat 304, and 5-tonne, Cat 305 CR, Next Generation Mini Hydraulic Excavators are said to deliver more power to the pumps, higher bucket breakout forces and deeper standard digging depths to increase performance by up to 20% over their E2 series counterparts. In addition, their industry-leading grease intervals and extended filter service life, combined with common components throughout the line and flat, easy-toreplace side panels, deliver up to 10% lower owner and operating costs. The new 304 and 305 CR models are the final machines to be reengineered to the Cat next generation mini hydraulic excavator line concept. From the 1.5- to 10-tonne class models, all 17 – 20 Cat mini hydraulic excavators in the range (depending on region) offer common features and consistent controls layout to simplify training and operator adaptation. Built with a new reduced radius design, the 304 features a narrow, 1700-mm (66.9in) track width, 254 mm (10 in) slimmer

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than the 304 E2, for more versatility and access to confined spaces. While narrower, the new 304 design increases performance, balance and stability of the 4-tonne class model. Its reduced radius allows for greater stability, both 360-degree and when traveling with loads, while its extra counterweight option takes the model to an even higher level of stability.

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The new engine on the 5-tonne class Cat 305 CR Excavator delivers nearly 9% greater power to increase machine performance. Hydraulic system improvements provide higher breakout forces – 49.2 kN (11,061 lbf) bucket, 28.3 kN (6,362 lbf) standard stick and 25.2 kN (5,665 lbf) long stick – to improve digging efficiency in hard rock applications. It also offers 140 mm (5.6 in) deeper dig depths than the 305 E2, giving it more application flexibility. Its compact radius swing reduces overhang when working to the side, while its 1980-mm (78in) track width and new extra counterweight option help to optimize stability and lift performance in confined spaces.

Both excavator models now offer an angle dozer blade option to optimize machine flexibility in backfilling and finish grading applications. In addition to offering ample above- and below-grade travel with standard float function for easy clean-up, the angle blade moves 45 degrees left or right of center. Increasing efficiencies and reducing operator interaction with final grading, angle blade movement is controlled by the right-hand joystick, while the left joystick handles machine drive. Tailoring machine weight to job requirements, interchangeable counterweight packages offer the balance between low ground pressure and lifting

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THE NEW 304 DESIGN INCREASES PERFORMANCE, BALANCE AND STABILITY OF THE 4-TONNE CLASS MODEL.

performance. Their industry-exclusive Cat Stick Steer System simplifies machine control by allowing the operator to switch from conventional lever/foot-pedal steering controls to low-effort joystick operation. Two travel speed ranges and standard cruise control facilitate moving around the jobsite with minimum operator interaction. Meeting U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards, the turbocharged Cat C1.7 Turbo engine delivers higher power than the previous C2.4 engine. Standard auto idle, auto engine shutdown and efficient load-sensing hydraulics with variable displacement pump help to lower fuel usage at the site for more affordable operation. High main-relief pressures, coupled with flow rates, generates the hydraulic capacity for high digging and lifting forces and more efficient use of

a range of attachments. Complete with quick-disconnect lines, the standard auxiliary system provides the choice of one-way, two-way or continuous flow.

Comfort & Savings Common to most Cat next generation mini hydraulic excavators, the sealed and pressurized cab enclosure is available with heating and/or air conditioning for all-weather climate control. The cab’s large glass areas plus skylight afford all-around visibility. The large display with advanced touchscreen option provides intuitive machine function control and easy monitoring of critical operating parameters. A canopy option is available in some regions. Daily maintenance checks for the 304 and 305 CR are quickly made from ground level through side doors. Expanded use

of common parts throughout the line, plus their damage-resistant exterior construction, helps to reduce parts inventory investment and lower repair costs. Increased service intervals mean these excavators spend more time on the job and less time in the shop.

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VOLVO CE POWERS A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE WITH LARGEST RANGE OF ELECTRIC MACHINES With three new electric compact machines – the L20 Electric, EC18 Electric and ECR18 Electric – now being introduced to the market, Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is showcasing its commitment to build the world we want to live in by offering the industry’s largest range of electric machines. In total customers now have five models to choose from. The three new models are now available to reserve online for delivery in 2022; these latest innovations are the next step forward in Volvo CE’s ambition to reach net zero value chain greenhouse gas emissions

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by 2040 – alongside development of hydrogen fuel cell solutions and more sustainable internal combustion engine products – and is part of Volvo Group’s target to have at least 35% of its total range of vehicles fully electric by 2030. Melker Jernberg, President of Volvo CE, says: “We are proud to be leading our industry’s fight against climate change as the manufacturer with the world’s largest range of electric machines. Not only are we delivering real-world solutions for a more sustainable way of working but we are adding further power to our

customers’ business with the widest possible range of choice to best fit their needs.” The L20 Electric compact wheel loader and EC18 Electric and ECR18 Electric compact excavators join the already launched L25 Electric and ECR25 Electric. The two existing models are already established on the market and are proving to bring power and performance in a more environmentally sensitive package. The three new models represent the latest additions to Volvo CE’s industry-first commitment to move its range of Volvo branded compact wheel loaders

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and compact excavators to electric and stop development of new diesel variants. The L20 Electric is a proven concept based on the larger L25 Electric model. It features a 1.8-ton payload and a paralleltype linkage offering great visibility over the attachment being used, outstanding lifting height, as well as 100% parallel movements – making it a perfect fit for fork applications too. Expected to deliver up to six hours of active work per charge, the electric machine comes with a choice of battery pack (33kWh or 40kWh) and reduces maintenance by 30%. As well as the more peaceful working conditions offered by its near-silence, operating comfort is also enhanced thanks to the new automatic park brake with hill-hold functionality and a range of customizable work modes. The short but tough 1.8-ton ECR18 Electric is set to provide the same best-in-class stability and operator experience customers expect from its diesel counterpart but with the benefit of low noise, low vibration and more responsive hydraulics due to the immediate torque. Delivering an anticipated four hours of active work per charge, depending on the environment and task in hand, the ECR18 Electric also benefits from an ultra-short tail radius (perfect for confined spaces). It has been built with durability in mind – from its high profile counterweight to all-round steel panels and hoses routed inside the boom. Easy to operate and transport, the nimble EC18 Electric offers customers a costefficient compact excavator working in 1.8ton applications. Its variable undercarriage retracts to less than 1m and expands up to 1.35m, allowing it to squeeze into the tightest of areas, while the machine’s design ensures the right frame corner, swing post and cylinder stay within the

tracks’ width, resulting in maximum visibility and a reduced risk of machine damage when working alongside obstacles. As well as ergonomic controls, a spacious cab and a range of customizable settings, it also offers the option of an enclosed and heated cab.

On-Board Chargers All three machines come with an integrated on-board charger allowing them to charge from 0 to 100% in under six hours. With an optional fast off-board charger, the L20 Electric will fully charge in under just two hours, while the ECR18 Electric and EC18 Electric will charge up to 80% in up to 1.25 hours. For the most accurate picture, Volvo dealers can calculate the expected operating time and optimum charging solution based on customers’ activities. With any of these machines, customers

can operate in noise sensitive areas and out of standard hours, as well as lowcarbon projects and indoors, without the need for costly fume extraction systems.

Buying Incentives As with the first electric models introduced in 2019 and brought to market in 2020, Volvo CE now has available a reservation tool for customers to order one of these three new machines, available across 12 European countries before expanding to other markets. Customers placing an online reservation by December 31 2021 will receive an extra gift – one Volvo bucket free of charge for ordering the L20 Electric and two Volvo buckets free of charge for ordering either the ECR18 Electric or EC18 Electric.

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NEW BOBCAT MAXCONTROL BRINGS MACHINE CONTROL OF THE FUTURE start controlling their Bobcat compact loader remotely within seconds, without having to worry about any extra gadgets. Being based on an app, it is easy to get the newest features the moment they are available.

Bobcat has launched the MaxControl Remote Control system, giving us a vision of machine control of the future, by enabling operators to control Bobcat compact loaders remotely via an app, using an iPhone or iPad.

By combining jobs without having to jump in and out of the loader’s cab, the MaxControl system provides the operator with a different view of the job in hand, allowing them to carry out tasks remotely, and to repeat the process with maximum comfort.

The MaxControl system provides a new remote control solution for applications in many markets, including construction, demolition, agriculture, landscaping, cleaning, recycling and general lifting and handling. With MaxControl, owners of Bobcat loaders do not need the latest machines or costly hardware updates to enjoy remote control. The system is compatible with all Bobcat loaders with Selectable Joystick Controls (SJC) dating as far back as 2004.MaxControl is available now on iOS devices, but an Android version will be available shortly. “The job site of the future is a more connected place and gamification will play a vital role. Changing demographics and consumer preferences are pushing our industry into

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categories that have been unheard of or have been poorly addressed in the machinery sector. At the same time, the need to address environmental impact, safety and elimination of downtime has become paramount,” says Vijayshekhar Nerva, Head of Innovation and Acceleration for Doosan Bobcat EMEA. “Our Innovation team has delivered a solution that is complex enough to improve productivity on the jobsite and

at the same time, packaged to be accessible and simple to use. MaxControl was born out of these ideals and changing preferences to address our ability to not just keep up but keep ahead of competition in both ‘the Iron’ as well as the Digital side of our business,” continues Vijayshekar Nerva. The MaxControl system ensures that remote control capability is always at the operator’s fingertips as they can simply reach for the phone in their pocket and

Being able to operate outside the cab provides a different angle of view, helping new and even less experienced operators in tight areas. When lifting and carrying large loads, the use of MaxControl eliminates blind spots in front of the load and raises awareness of the surrounding environment. Being outside the cab also allows for face-to-face communication with co-workers on site, enabling faster organization of the work. Operators may never know in advance when remote operation will come in handy, but with MaxControl on the phone in their pocket, they are always ready for any challenges that can arise.

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Kilwaughter Minerals Grows R&D Team by 50% As Part of £3.4m Investment Mineral processing firm Kilwaughter Minerals Limited has grown its Research and Development team by 50% as part of a long term £3.4m strategic investment in innovation. This growth includes the recent recruitment of three further PhD scientists, building a foundation on which further investment will be realised over the coming months and years. The new roles follow unprecedented demand for Kilwaughter products, including colour renders, external wall insulation systems and soil health conditioning minerals as the economy rebounds following the coronavirus pandemic and subsequent lockdown.

Dr. Ross Savage, Head of R&D at Kilwaughter Minerals said: “Boosting innovation and increasing investment at our R&D centre is core to meeting the sustained demand we are experiencing as well as futureproofing the business to service the evolving needs of our customers. “Having established a strong reputation for engineering high performance products, our focus is now on developing new technologies and using these to drive product excellence and deliver new levels of performance and efficiencies to our industries.” A recent report by the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency (NISRA) estimated R&D investment in Northern Ireland

was more than £881.4m last year, an annual increase of 11%, and that is expected to be matched if not exceeded when new figures are released this year. Gary Wilmot, Chief Executive, Kilwaughter Minerals, added: “We have been building our customer insight to allow us to confidently deepen our investment in new technologies and new products. “We are creating a culture that puts high value on ideas and creativity and I’m confident that we have an exciting future ahead of us.” Summarising the key objective of the R&D investment, Ross commented: “For us to remain at the forefront of our market segments we need to be continually enhancing our existing

Kilwaughter Minerals Chief Executive Gary Wilmot and Head of R&D Dr. Ross Savage announce team growth of 50%.

product lines and spearheading the development of next generation solutions. That is exactly what we are going to do.”

‘Idle Non-Tipping Trailers Can Help Combat Supply Shortages’, says Aggregate Industries With the ongoing shortage of truck drivers, leading construction materials supplier Aggregate Industries is encouraging the sector to overcome supply disruption by adopting widely available NonTipping Trailers (NTTs) which can deliver up to 40% more materials compared to standard trucks.

all construction projects – especially those suffering from a lack of drivers.

It comes as the Construction Leadership Council (CLC) recently warned that the availability of hauliers is now a ‘critical nationwide problem’, with the industry having 15,000 fewer drivers due to Brexit. At the same time, almost 30,000 HGV driver tests have been postponed during the pandemic, leading to delays and shortages of materials including bricks, blocks, roof tiles and bagged cement.

Yet, according to Aggregate Industries, despite being introduced in 2013, take up of NTTs remains low due to customer inertia, lack of planning and misconceptions over manoeuvrability, tipping speed, and heat loss.

Having worked throughout the pandemic to provide surety of supply of the materials it offers, Aggregate Industries is advising the construction industry that one of the ways to improve supply is by using NTTs, many which are available and often under-utilised. Aggregate Industries’ NTTs ‘walking floor’ system can raise carrying capacity up to a remarkable 43% per vehicle – essentially reducing the number of vehicles and drivers required. There is also a benefit in the management of logistics on the construction sites; less lorry movements are required due to the larger quantity delivered and the ability to tandem tip.

“One of the most important benefits of the NNTs is the lower carbon footprint. As a company, we are committed to reducing carbon emissions and by moving just 10% more products via the NTT we can save in excess of 100,000 kg CO2 every year.”

Other key advantages include improved turnaround times due to tandem tipping capability, reduced CO2 emissions as less vehicle manoeuvres are required. NTTs also offer improved health and safety as they can be used in restricted areas such as tunnels or areas with overhead powerlines and on uneven surfaces. Ben Young, Head of Road Logistics, comments: “At a time when the construction sector faces ongoing challenges around the availability of truck drivers, which is exacerbating supply issues, the need to utilise innovative trailers such as NTTs to alleviate the problem cannot be overstated. “The fact that these cutting-edge trucks, considered best practice and with a proven track record on many projects already, can deliver up to 40% more materials compared to standard hauls means they should be a no brainer on

Ben adds: “Hesitancy over NTTs is disappointing and unfounded – they’ve delivered great results on high-profile projects such as the A14, yet they just aren’t utilised as much as they could be. The latest generation of NTTs not only boast a discharge speed of 53 seconds but also have improved inner and outer turning circle (v 8W) in terms of manoeuvrability. “The UK construction sector is considered world-class and with the driver shortage likely to continue in the coming years, remaining competitive and cutting edge in the face of Brexit and a post-pandemic recovery has never been more important. This will depend on how the industry can improve gains in productivity, efficiency and technology and NTTs are a vital part of this.”

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FROM MODEST BEGINNINGS TO HARD WON SUCCESS When Carl Caddick began his working life as an apprentice steel erector at the age of 18, he had little idea that one day he and his two sons, Bradley and Daniel, would be running not just one highly successful business, but two, as Plant & Civil Engineer’s David Stokes has been finding out. Today, Braddan Plant Hire is one of the largest independent access hire companies in the Tees Valley and surrounding areas in the North East of England; it is part of the wider Braddan Group which includes Braddan Structures, recognised as an industry leader and innovator within the steel construction field. From initially working from a kitchen table at home, the company today operates from three storey, modern and spacious premises that includes offices, workshop facilities, state-of-theart training facility and warehousing. Based in Darlington, Braddan Plant Hire was established just a few years ago after Carl realised the family’s steel business was spending more and more on hiring access equipment to carry out various contracts around the country for an extensive customer base. “It began to make more sense to buy in our own access equipment, which we did,” recalls Carl, “but soon we

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found ourselves hiring it out to other companies; the first pieces of equipment we invested in were Skyjack and JLG 45ft and 60ft articulated booms.” He adds: “As a steel erecting company, of course, we weren’t set up as a hire outlet, so we brought in experienced help to run that side of the business and began to build up our rental stock, quickly adding 30 access machines of various reaches.” Three years on and Braddan Plant Hire has doubled its fleet of diesel and electric boom lifts and scissor lifts, certainly more so since the arrival of Yvonne Hook, who has more than 20 years of experience in the industry; the company also belongs to the Access Alliance, a collaboration of some of the UK and Ireland’s strongest independently owned regional powered access sales and rental businesses. “We are planning to triple the size of our fleet over the next three to five years, with a goal of building up a stock of around 200 access machines, which will probably mean we will also have to expand our premises or seek a larger site close by,” says Carl. All access hire equipment, of course, is fully serviced before being rented out to customers, with Manager Michael (Tomo) Tomlinson responsible for both maintenance and sales. The equipment

can be delivered and collected, depending on the requirements of the customer.

Green Credentials The company carries a variety of brands to satisfy the needs and demands of its customers, including JLG, Skyjack and Niftylift – and it has recently ordered 20 new Genie® Hybrid machines; the Z®-45 and Z®-60 articulated boom lifts feature the latest industry leading hybrid technology. “Our ‘green’ credentials are very important to us and to our customers and the Genie Hybrids tick all the right boxes,” explains Carl. “Not only are they environmentally friendly they are also more efficient and cheaper to run.” Lightweight and easy to transport from site to site., other benefits of the FE machines include zero emissions and low noise, making them ideal for operating in built up areas and indoors. That protecting the environment is close to Carl’s heart is also demonstrated by the company’s investment in making its premises virtually carbon neutral; solar panels, for example, provide much of the building’s electricity needs.

Training Centre Training and safety also play a big part. “All our access booms come with secondary guards to provide extra safety and we are

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in the process of fitting similar guards to our scissor lifts,” says Carl, whose son Bradley is responsible for access equipment training. With a state-of-the-art indoor training centre and being members of the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF), Braddan Plant Hire provide students with the required knowledge and practical skills to safely operate powered access equipment, running on average five separate courses every month, a mix of theory and practical. “All the courses are well attended; better than we originally anticipated,” says Bradley. “They consist of both classroom and onsite sessions, with the option of IPAF e-learning from home. We also offer the opportunity to undertake the training on a Saturday or Sunday to fit in with our students work commitments.”

Braddan Structures As we mentioned earlier, Braddan Plant Hire would probably never have been established if it hadn’t been for the growing success of Braddan Structures and its everexpanding needs for access equipment. With around 40 steel erectors on its books, Braddan Structures steel construction

work ranges from complicated glazing roof supports to column and beam office developments, portal frames, pre-cast concrete installations for grain stores, retaining walls, stairs and hollow core flooring. Successfully completed contracts include projects at Canary Wharf and Kings Cross in London, and it is currently involved in a major project in Wellington Place, Leeds (2,500 tonnes) another that wraps around the iconic Strawberry Pub opposite St James’ Park in Newcastle. Other high-profile projects in the past include Newcastle City Library (1000 tonnes) Eldon Square phase 3 (4000 tonnes) The Royal Bank of Canada new HQ in St Hellier Jersey (2250 tonnes), Nike and Sony new headquarters in Kings Cross (2,500 tonnes). Due to the nature of the type of work undertaken, great emphasis is placed on the quality of people employed, their training and the provision of modern equipment for the tasks undertaken. The company has invested heavily in both the personnel he employs and the equipment that they use, with the goal of providing a safe, efficient, quality service on time and on budget to all customers across the structural steelwork industry.

Focused on Future There’s no doubt, this second generation family business group is focused on being the best in its areas of activity, whether it be in the steel structures sector or the access equipment hire industry; it has achieved much since its modest beginnings, having survived a recession and other economic difficulties, not least those caused by the global pandemic. Its success has been hard won, and there’s much more to come in terms of expansion and customer reach. “We have a great team of experienced and dedicated people around us, both in plant hire and steel structures, and with a loyal and growing customer base, we are looking to the future with some confidence,” says Carl.

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ADVANCED CRAWLER EXCAVATORS FROM HYUNDAI AND NORTHERN LIFT TRUCKS Hyundai Construction Equipment is widely recognised as an industry leader due to its advanced ergonomics, engineering, and technology. Take the HX Series Excavators, for example, available from Northern Lift Trucks. They are products of Hyundai’s spirit of initiative, creativity, and strong drive. Whether in construction work, mass excavation, mining or waste management, Hyundai crawler excavators deliver top performance in various industries around the globe. Hyundai’s tracked machines offer superior stability and optimised weight distribution in off-road applications. They are optimised for heavy digging, lifting

and grading applications and built to last with minimum downtime. Hyundai’s latest HX140LC Crawler Excavator delivers excellent durability and trusted reliability. When it comes to performance and productivity, the engine and hydraulic system of the HX140LC are unbeatable. The precise controls are accurate and responsive. Fitted with a Cummins engine, the HX140LC is quicker, smoother and more powerful than previous models. The high-performance engine ensures both excellent fuel efficiency and high power. With outstanding operating performance proven by rigorous testing at various work sites, it will exceed your expectations.

A Host of Features Packed with features, the cab is extremely spacious creating a comfortable environment to spend your working day. Low noise, low vibration and ergonomic design make the air-conditioned cab, with its fully adjustable air suspended seat, comfortable and pleasant. Machine functions are clearly visible on an 8-inch touch screen display which is 15% larger than the previous models, making it easier to read while working. A centralised instrument cluster gives you a constant overview of machine status and operating parameters, including overload warnings, while many electronic functions are concentrated in the most convenient spot for you to improve work efficiency. In addition to Bluetooth connectivity, a top of the range audio system and a convenient under the seat fridge, the cab is fitted with 360-degree cameras, ensuring vital all-round visibility. Easily check the work site in the front, rear and to the right and left with the state-of-the-art Advanced Around View Monitoring. The AAVM video camera system gives you a secure field of vision in all directions, thereby preventing accidents. Intelligent Power Control (IPC) regulate the hydraulic pumps, depending on the job you want to do. Simply select speed mode, balance mode or efficiency mode to tailor your machine’s performance, while an ECO Gauge gives you instant fuel efficiency feedback as you work. You can also monitor detailed information on average, hourly and daily fuel consumption to help you work more economically. For maximum convenience and security, the machine features Hyundai’s exclusive

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Hi-MATE remote fleet management system. It offers working information such as working / idling hours and fuel consumption. You can check the difference between total engine hours and actual working hours, see how productive your machines are and plan any required cost saving solutions. Fast and routine servicing is made possible with easy access to important servicing points as well as clear information about maintenance status via the instrument cluster.

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FP MCCANN DELIGHTED WITH LATEST ADDITION TO THEIR ADT FLEET Terex Trucks may have just rebranded to Rokbak as you will read elsewhere in this issue, but the articulated dump trucks are still a force to be reckoned with, not least at FP McCann who have recently added yet another to their fleet, supplied by Sleator Plant. The TA300 (since rebranded RA30) is presently earning its keep at FP McCann’s Craigall Quarry at Garvagh where it has joined two others; five other ADTs are working at the company’s Knockloughrim Quarry near Magherafelt and another in Bradleys Quarry at Kilrea. So what makes the brand so popular with FP McCann? “First and foremost, they are excellent value for money,” says Quarry Manager Chris McCloy. “As with the other ADT’s, this latest TA300 is operator friendly, with a spacious and comfortable cab and good all round visibility, plus it uses even less fuel than the others in our fleet.”

That’s because the new TA300 has an updated EP320 transmission which now delivers a 5% improvement in fuel efficiency, as well as a 5 km/h (3.1 mph) increase in speed to 55 km/h (34 mph), an extended maintenance period and enhanced performance when compared with the previous model. All of this means that customers, like FP McCann, can be more productive, achieving faster cycle times, lower cost per tonne and reduced carbon emissions. The TA300’s new transmission comes with eight forward gears as well as four reverse gears, higher overall gear ratio spread, equal ratio steps between gears, and optimised gear shifting with partial load shifts. These features mean that the upgraded TA300 offers lower fuel consumption with smoother gear shifting and thereby higher levels of operator comfort. A well established popular choice on quarries, construction sites and infrastructure developments, the 30 tonne workhorse, which is powered by a Scania DC9 engine developing gross power of 370 hp (276 kW) and a maximum torque of 1387 lbf ft (1880 Nm), is drawing aggregate from a crushing plant at the quarry.

Operator Comfort As Chris pointed out, the TA300 has a spacious, ergonomically designed cab which ensures operators are comfortable when behind the wheel.

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Acoustic insulation helps to minimise noise levels inside the cab while a high performance and easily adjusted heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system ensures a stable temperature. Other features that help to deliver a comfortable work environment include a tilt/telescopic steering wheel, an adaptive air suspension operator’s seat with adjustable armrests, anti-vibration mounts for the engine and cab, and cushioned stops on the steering cylinders. It is equipped with true independent front suspension as standard, further enhancing operator comfort and enabling

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excellent traction control and maximum productivity, even in challenging conditions. The TA300 also has fully enclosed, oilcooled, multi-disc brakes at all six wheels. These are supported by both the engine brake and the transmission retarder, giving the operator superb control and increasing safety and stability while providing a low cost of operation. The TA300 also now comes with long life transmission fluid, increasing the length of time between oil maintenance intervals from 1,000 to 4,000 hours. For safe, easy servicing, the TA300 has ground level test points, a fully tilting cab, an electronically raised hood

and a full suite of on-dash diagnostic and machine health check readouts which help to maximise uptime.

Service & Support With so many ADTs operating across a number of sites, good service and support from the dealer is essential to keep the potential for downtime to a minimum, and the service provided by Sleator Plant doesn’t disappoint. “We have had a long standing working relationship with Sleator Plant stretching back for many years and have always found them prompt and efficient in responding to our needs,” says Chris.

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GREAT TURN-OUT FOR MAN TRUCK & BUS ROADSHOW AT RK TRUCKS The MAN Truck & Bus’s New Generation Construction and Waste Roadshow took place recently at RK Truck Centre’s Dungannon depot. There was a great turn out over the two days, with operators in the waste and construction sectors across the country taking advantage of the opportunity to get behind the wheel of MAN’s TGS, TGM and TGE models. At their disposal was a TGS 35.510 8x4 tipper, a TGS 8x4 tipper 32.400, a TGS 32.430 8x4 tipper grab, a TGM skip loader 18.250, a TGE 3.180 4x4 dropside – models that have been specifically

designed for the heavy duty construction, distribution and waste industries. MAN say the two day event was characterised by “lots of customer interest, lots of interesting questions being asked and lots of test drives.” Not only does this award winning MAN Truck Generation range bring a new level of comfort, safety, efficiency, and reliability, but also connectivity and digitalisation. In designing and building this New Generation Truck range, MAN clearly made safety a key consideration for operators in long-haul operations, on construction sites, in municipal services and in distribution networks.

IN DESIGNING AND BUILDING THIS NEW GENERATION TRUCK RANGE, MAN CLEARLY MADE SAFETY A KEY CONSIDERATION FOR OPERATORS IN LONG-HAUL OPERATIONS, ON CONSTRUCTION SITES, IN MUNICIPAL SERVICES AND IN DISTRIBUTION NETWORKS.

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The TG range offers good visibility and optimum display of important driving information, essential in urban driving situations and on tight construction sites or when manoeuvring around tricky delivery locations. The ergonomics of frequently entering and exiting the cab, as is part of the daily work routine in urban distribution transport or when operating municipal services, is another key aspect that MAN have successfully addressed - and from this October, there’s also a new optional MAN OptiView mirror replacement system available. It works exclusively with cameras, including at the front and on the sides of

the vehicle. They show what is happening around the truck on two large highresolution displays on the A-pillars and also on the screen of the media system. The driver has a selection of view options to choose from, each consistently eliminating blind spots, improving visibility and, above all else, significantly improving safety for other road users. The turn assist function is also integrated into the display concept.

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The rates of COVID-19 transmission continue at high levels as we move into the winter and the period when flu, colds and other viruses are more prevalent. MPANI would appeal to everyone to remain vigilant as we reinforce the importance of keeping workplaces Covid secure to reduce the risk of infection for your workforce. The level of protection from vaccinations may vary within your operation depending on the demographics of your employees and contractors. Some younger members may not yet be vaccinated, some older members may have lowered levels of protection as they wait for their third jab and some individuals may have chosen not to be vaccinated. To keep all the workforce safe, please ensure that you continue to risk assess your workplace for COVID-19 and monitor the application of the control measures you have in place. Follow this link to the MPA Covid resources and information on www.safequarry.com

RECOGNITION It was great to see a number of local MPANI Members recognised at the recent MPA British Precast Health and Safety Awards. We had 136 topic award entries, 30 Young Leader Award submissions and 43 Individual Recognition Award entries from 37 different member companies. The quality as well as the quantity of entries has been impressive. As current MPA Chairman, Simon Willis said, “As an industry we have a collective moral responsibility to make sure everyone goes home safe and well every day. No one person and no one company has all the answers - we can all learn something from the entries into these awards and right now is a golden opportunity to take action. “We’re at our best when we learn from each other - everyone is safer by sharing and safer by action. We’re all in this together and we all have the same objective. Everyone across the industry in every job role must be empowered

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to actively contribute to health and safety – we all have the same responsibility and the same right to safe working.”.

SAFETY WEBINAR MPANI recently hosted the HSENI/ HSA All Island Safety Webinar on the 17 November and was well attended with 75 attendees. The webinar was chaired by our own Chairman, Simon McDowell, and is available for viewing on line at https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/ share/vp0u8V_oNFJkUtvwHD0rPKjvzlbn7W O0lu9gmEqoRpUa2OPH04pJ-ZF9p30mfRCk. hbT-J01BYH_gCBC2 Passcode: TJ$3bxWe

ECONOMIC RECOVERY On the economic front, despite the fallout from Brexit and Covid across the UK, the economic output this year rebounded faster than most had expected. UK GDP in September was 8.6% higher than its most recent trough in Jan-21, and just 0.6% below its pre-pandemic (Feb-20) level. GDP is on track for around 7% growth this year compared with 2020.The Institute for Fiscal Studies summed it up well: “The UK economy is in the midst of a sharp – but incomplete and wildly imbalanced – recovery.” Sharp because output this year rebounded faster than most had expected. Incomplete because despite this rapid rebound, the UK economy remains short of its pre- pandemic trajectory. The Bank of England projections show that output by the end of this year will still be some 3.5% below where it was projected to be before Covid (Jan-20). This is significant; the financial crisis for instance led to a 4.2% contraction in 2009. Wildly imbalanced because, as demand exceeds supply in many areas of the economy, it is still lagging in other areas. Most forecasters have based their forecast view on the assumption that the impact of Covid on the economy continues to wane over the next few months, building on the roll out of the vaccination programme and reopening of the UK and local economy.

Most experts say it is still too early for a clear assessment of the impact of Omicron, forecasters expect this impact to be relatively small, given the economy’s adaptability to past restrictions and established vaccination programme. Omicron does however add significantly to market uncertainties, with a major question-mark on the effectiveness of current vaccines against this new variant. Until this is clarified, consumer confidence and spending are likely to take the hit. The reimposition of significant restrictions would result in a more marked impact, but there is little sign of this yet. Energy costs are affecting all mineral products companies, but especially cement manufacturers whose production costs are impacted by rising wholesale electricity prices and the significant increase in the carbon price in the UK Emission Trading Scheme. Even before the recent spike in gas prices, cement producers in the UK faced both a higher carbon price and among the highest industrial energy prices in Europe as a result of Government policy decisions. Costs will be further exacerbated by forthcoming tax increases and the removal of the red diesel rebate. MPA anticipates that demand for most mineral products will remain relatively robust through 2022-23, assuming work accelerates on major infrastructure projects as planned. This is despite the ongoing shortages, delays and cost increases expected to linger in the wider construction supply chain over the next 12-18 months. Limited HGV drivers and haulage capacity will continue to affect mineral products supply. Locally, the most recent PMI from the Ulster Bank Northern Ireland signalled that surging price rises acted as a brake on the Northern Ireland private sector, restricting growth of business activity and contributing to a decrease in new orders. Both input costs and output prices rose at new record rates. On a more positive

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note, companies expanded their staffing levels at a sharp and accelerated pace. The Government have continued with its intention to remove he rebate on Red Diesel as from April 2022 with HMRC publishing the interim guidance on the changes to rebated diesel and biofuels which can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/ publications/changes-to-rebatedfuels-entitlement-from-1-april-2022 MPANI has written to all of our NI MPs to highlight the negative impact of this change and increase in costs at this time of continuing construction material price inflation. We also highlighted the fact that alternative fuels have not yet reached the market and it will be some time before they do. Other potential consequences of removing the red diesel rebate will be increased risk of theft and environmental damage plus increased cash flow challenges. It is great to hear that a large number of our MPANI members have written to their local MPs, MLAs and Councillors to highlight the impact on local construction chains this move will have. Early in the new year we, along with CEF and FMB, will circulate a joint statement in the trade press highlighting the increased costs to customers and clients. MPANI has welcomed the publication of the first NI Fiscal Councils first report which

provides an in-depth analysis of how the Executive’s Budget process works. The decision provides a real opportunity for longer-term planning with the setting of 3 year budgets, something that MPANI has been calling for a number of years.

BIODIVERSITY On a very positive note, for any of you who joined the online webinar celebrating 50 years of restoration awards I am sure you were not only impressed but extremely proud of the contribution our Industry across the UK has made to biodiversity enhancement and habitat creation. Natural England, RSPB, The Wildlife Trusts and others have joined the Mineral Products Association (MPA) in marking 50 years of the quarry restoration and biodiversity awards. The quarrying industry has done more than any other sector to support habitat creation and nature recovery, with more than 83 sq km of priority habitat already created and a further 110 sq km in the pipeline (areas the size of Nottingham and Liverpool respectively). That includes the creation of new wetlands, grasslands, heathlands and woodlands proven to support some of the UK’s most vulnerable species. I am proud of what the industry achieves, not just providing essential materials that underpin our economy and way of

life, but also going above and beyond to deliver for nature. There is a lot of talk about the problems and what needs to happen – meanwhile we have been actively delivering solutions over decades. Quarries uniquely deliver for nature and the track record of the industry over the last 50 years is a success story. Craig Bennett, Chief Executive of The Wildlife Trusts, reflected the view of other Environmental NGOs, in saying: “Let’s celebrate the partnership between The Wildlife Trusts and members of the Mineral Products Association over many years, which has been of huge benefit to wildlife. We need to not only put nature into recovery – but also the relationship between people and nature into recovery. My message to members of the MPA is that partnership working, including with Wildlife Trusts, will become increasingly important and if we can do that right we can achieve some really good outcomes for people and for the environment.”

FESTIVE WISHES As this is the last PCE publication of 2021 may I take this opportunity to wish you and your families a very safe, healthy and happy Christmas. I look forward to meeting many of you face to face again in 2022.

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£5.1million Shimna River Flood Alleviation Scheme gets underway Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon has visited the £5.1 million Shimna River Flood Alleviation Scheme in Newcastle, involving Dawson WAM and Aecom. The Minister was on site to meet the team taking forward this vital construction project and check progress on the scheme, which will see construction of 1430 metres of flood walls and embankments that will extend both upstream into Tipperary Wood and downstream into Island Park from the New Bridge on the Bryansford Road. Following completion of preliminary site investigation and enabling works construction of the flood defences has commenced in Islands Park. Scheme construction is expected to take 12 months to complete. Minister Mallon said: “I was here in August 2020 and saw the devastation and destruction the flooding brought. I committed to working at pace and I am delighted to see progress on the ground with the delivery of the £5.1million Shimna River Flood Alleviation

Pictured with Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon are (left) Karol McCusker, Project Director Aecom and Gerard McColgan, Contracts Director Dawson WAM.

Scheme and meet the team behind this crucial project. Scheme construction is expected to take 12 months to complete.

This work to provide enhanced flood protection will reduce flood risk for 312 homes and businesses in Newcastle.”

Super-Efficient JCB Hydrogen Engine Gets £100 Million Injection JCB is investing £100 million on a project to produce superefficient hydrogen engines, the company has announced.

largest supplier of the clean fuel; it would be distributed throughout the country by JCB and Ryze Hydrogen.

A team of 100 engineers is already working on the exciting development with the recruitment of up to 50 more engineers under way as JCB targets the end of 2022 for the first machines to be available for sale to customers.

JCB Chairman Lord Bamford said: “Our sort of machinery will need to be powered by something other than fossil fuels. We make machines which are powered by diesel so we have to find a solution and we are doing something about it now.

The wraps have already come off a prototype hydrogen powered JCB backhoe loader and a second JCB machine - a Loadall telescopic handler - was unveiled at a central London event attended by Prime Minister Boris Johnson. JCB’s hydrogen technology was on show in the Green Zone at COP26 in Glasgow as world leaders debated measures to drastically reduce greenhouse emissions. JCB’s emergence as a leader in zero-emission hydrogen technology comes as governments around the world unveil strategies to develop the infrastructure needed to support the use of hydrogen to drive down CO2 emissions. Prime Minister Boris Johnson said: “Great British manufacturers like JCB are developing innovative solutions to slash greenhouse

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that will be essential to tackling climate change, creating new jobs and attracting investment.”

“We are investing in hydrogen as we don’t see electric being the all-round solution, particularly not for our industry because it can only be used to power smaller machines. It does mean we will carry on making engines, but they will be super-efficient, affordable, high-tech hydrogen motors with zero CO2 emissions, which can be brought to market quickly using our existing supply base. These will be our industry’s first hydrogen engines, developed in Great Britain by British engineers. Hydrogen motors have the potential to help the UK reach CO2 emissions targets more quickly.”

JCB says it will buy in up to 10% of hydrogen from Australian firm Fortescue Future Industries in what is a “firstof-a-kind partnership” that would see it become the UK’s

JCB has manufactured engines since 2004, producing them at plants in Derbyshire and in Delhi, India. This year JCB will celebrate a major milestone: the production of its 750,000th engine.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson refuels JCB’s prototype hydrogen powered backhoe loader as the company announces a £100 million investment in hydrogen engine production. Looking on is JCB Chairman Lord Bamford.

emissions and advance the UK’s green industrial revolution. It was fantastic to see JCB’s super-efficient hydrogen engines, which could overhaul UK manufacturing, help us to rapidly reach our climate targets and ramp up the UK’s hydrogen economy – an exciting area

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CEMENT AND CONCRETE INDUSTRY REVEALS ROADMAP TO ‘NET ZERO’ CO2 EMISSIONS BY 2050 Forty of the world’s leading cement and concrete manufacturers have joined forces to accelerate the shift to greener concrete by pledging to cut CO2 emissions by a further 25% by 2030, marking a decisive step in the race to ‘Net Zero’ concrete by 2050. The move by the members of the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) marks the biggest global commitment by an industry to net zero so far – bringing together companies from Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Asia, including India and China. It follows the September announcement during New York Climate Week that the GCCA has become the first global ‘heavy’ industry accelerator for the UN’s global Race to Zero; GCCA members account for 80% of the global cement industry volume outside of China, and also includes several large Chinese manufacturers. The GCCA has published a detailed roadmap which sets out the path that the industry will follow to fully decarbonise by 2050, a target aligned with the Paris Agreement to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The roadmap actions between now and 2030 will prevent almost 5 billion tonnes of carbon1 from entering the atmosphere compared to a business-as-usual scenario, equivalent to the CO2 emissions of almost 15 billion flights from Paris to New York. Concrete is the most used human-made material on the planet with 14 billion cubic metres produced every year for use in everything from roads to bridges, tunnels to homes, and hydropower installations to flood defenses. Concrete is an essential element of construction with no other

material equalling its resilience, strength and wide availability. Production of cement, the key ingredient in concrete, accounts for around 7% of global CO2 emissions. The new 2030 commitment by the GCCA outlines a significant acceleration in the pace of industry decarbonisation. The roadmap to get there is built around a seven-point plan that relies on ambitious yet achievable actions to reduce the amount of CO2 intensive clinker in cement, significantly reduce fossil fuel use in manufacturing, and accelerate innovation in products, process efficiency and breakthrough technologies including carbon capture.

Carbon Capture While the GCCA has outlined an ambitious programme for its members, it also calls on governments, designers and

contractors to fully play their part by assembling the right public policies and investments to support the global scale transition of the industry. These include greater development of critical technologies such as carbon capture and storage, and reforms to public works procurement policy to encourage the use of low-carbon cement and concrete products. Public policy reforms and the promotion of low carbon products can make a big difference as public infrastructure accounts for almost 60% of all global cement and concrete demand. Thomas Guillot, GCCA Chief Executive, said: “Concrete is the world’s most used building material and provides the foundation for renewable energy transition, resilient infrastructure and new homes around the world.”

He added: “Global cooperation on decarbonizing concrete is a necessity, as countries developing their infrastructure and housing will be the biggest users of concrete in the coming decades. I am proud of the commitment made by our members to take decisive action and accelerate industry decarbonisation between now and 2030, an important milestone towards the ultimate goal of net zero concrete. I envision a world in the not too distant future where the foundation of a sustainable, zero carbon global economy will literally be built with green concrete. “We now need governments around the world to work with us and use their huge procurement power to advocate for low carbon concrete in their infrastructure and housing needs. We require their support to change regulation that limits the use of recycled materials and impedes the transition to a low carbon and circular economy.”

Global Market GCCA member companies operate in almost every country of the world with a global cement and concrete market worth $440 billion annually and supporting a wider construction sector which represents 13% of global GDP5. The Association counts companies such as CEMEX, CNBM, CRH, Heidelberg Cement, Holcim and Votorantim as members. Albert Manifold, GCCA President and Group Chief Executive of CRH plc said: “This Roadmap represents a clear commitment to positive change across our industry and will allow us to sustainably transition to net zero while continuing to supply society with the concrete it needs to grow and prosper.”

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WORLDWIDE COMMERCIAL LAUNCH FOR XYZ REALITY XYZ Reality, the transformational construction technology company behind Holosite, the world’s first Engineering-Grade Augmented Reality platform, has announced its worldwide commercial launch and revealed its ground-breaking device: The Atom, described as the most accurate AR headset for construction. It is a landmark announcement for the disruptive technology company moving from an early access phase to global commercial availability following a successful £20 million Series A funding round in June. On track for 300 percent growth in 2022, the launch places XYZ Reality on its trajectory to significantly increase its global market share and represents a commercial milestone to becoming a market-leading ConTech company. This strategic move responds to a sharp increase in megaproject asset owners and general contractors’ appetite for the proprietary solution, particularly from those who have already observed the power of XYZ Reality’s Engineering-Grade AR technology. Over the last two years during its restricted commercial programme, XYZ Reality has deployed its technology to projects valued at over £1.5 billion working with selected customers on several complex projects like data centres, pharmaceutical facilities and airports. This collaboration with some of the biggest names in the construction sector, not only refined its proprietary technology, but proved XYZ Reality’s proposition as a leading, constructiondedicated technology provider. This announcement brings XYZ Reality’s full, transformative potential to market to deliver instant, operational results for the construction community. Cementing its global entry, the launch will also see the establishment of a US headquarters bringing the cutting-edge, powerful technology

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directly to this valuable, forward-thinking audience of contractors and will support the delivery of mission critical projects. XYZ Reality also unveils its next-generation Engineering-Grade AR headset- The Atom, the most accurate AR tool for construction. Combining a safety-certified hardhat, augmented reality displays and the in-built, computing power of HoloSite, the device positions BIM onsite to millimetre accuracy. This Engineering-Grade tool makes the entire construction journey safer, smarter and more efficient, reducing waste, de-risking processes and delivering bottom line benefits for contractor and asset owner alike. Commenting on this milestone, XYZ Reality Founder & CEO David Mitchell says, “Technology is transforming the way the construction industry operates, enabling contractors to deliver higher-quality more efficiently. Since inception, we have seen a greater understanding of the potential of AR to achieve better outcomes and improve margins. This commercial launch is a definitive proof point of our product’s value and the substantial appetite for it across the industry, particularly on mission critical projects where the highest levels of accuracy are required.”

He continues, “Our entry into North America was spearheaded by current partners who are bringing us to the all-important territory. The market presents an exciting growth opportunity and is now supported with ‘The Atom’, which has been designed to show just how easy it is to work with our technology on-site. As XYZ Reality continues to grow, and we introduce new audiences to our powerful proposition, we will show how Engineering-Grade AR is an essential tool to delivering the highest quality, best outcomes for construction professionals.” Coral Butler, Group Head of Digitally enabled Lean Project Delivery (DePLD), PM Group, an earlyadopter of XYZ Reality’s HoloSite, “We’ve been working with XYZ Reality since the beginning and have already been impressed with how their powerful AR technology has been able to significantly increase efficiency and improve quality across multiple mission critical projects. The Atom has taken it to the next level. What’s so important is that The Atom has been developed by construction, for construction. David and the team have an acute understanding about the challenges and pressures on-site and the frustrations presented by the validation process. This Engineering tool is essential for project management, one which delivers benefits from planner through to asset owner.” Watch ‘The Atom’ Launch on video here: https://www.youtube. com/watch?v=cTVtrfEQGtU

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THIS STRATEGIC MOVE RESPONDS TO A SHARP INCREASE IN MEGAPROJECT ASSET OWNERS AND GENERAL CONTRACTORS’ APPETITE FOR THE PROPRIETARY SOLUTION, PARTICULARLY FROM THOSE WHO HAVE ALREADY OBSERVED THE POWER OF XYZ REALITY’S ENGINEERING-GRADE AR TECHNOLOGY.

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GENIE Over the past decade, the need for clean, quiet and efficient construction equipment has continued to grow rapidly in response to evolving jobsite regulations around the globe - a trend that is likely to accelerate in the near future. At the same time, we’ve all become more familiar, personally, with hybrid and electric power thanks, in large part, to the automobile industry. Additionally, rapid technological advancements have made today’s hybrid and electric equipment more powerful on the jobsite, more cost-effective to manufacture and own, and easier to operate. So, when you consider this convergence of factors, it’s no wonder “electrification” is everywhere you turn. Electrification has been part of Genie’s roadmap for more than 20 years. In fact, 66% of Genie products already are electrified today, with more certainly to come in the future. The obvious challenge, then, is how best to respond to the increasing demand for cleaner, quieter equipment while also delivering the quality, performance, reliability and value equipment owners and operators need and expect.

Using electric power instead of hydraulic power is a great example of how technological changes are producing equipment that is cleaner, quieter, and that adds value by eliminating “waste.” For decades, hydraulics has been the dominant power management technology on most job sites around the world. Because fluids barely compress, transferring flexible (fluid) power to mechanical power has been a very effective tool for getting performance out of a machine. That’s why you see so many hydraulic components on construction and mining equipment. However, hydraulic components are also among the biggest nuisances on a job site because they can easily break and leak, and when they leak, they contaminate the soil, create safety hazards and require costly and labor-intense repairs. In addition to leaks and repairs, hydraulic machines operate at inefficient levels for the amount of work needed to get a job done. Up to 40 percent of hydraulic power is wasted due to heat loss while less than five percent is lost from an electric motor. So, by using electrical power and reducing hydraulic power, today’s equipment can deliver the same or better performance,

more efficiently, with less waste and less contamination. Replacing a hydraulic drive motor with an electric drive motor also means equipment can use a smaller battery or a smaller engine without a reduction in performance while using less energy, which generates less emissions and creating less noise. You may think, why stop there? Why not replacing everything with electrical components? Well, not every jobsite is ready for all-electric equipment just yet. For example, many job-sites still don’t have battery charging infrastructure in place. And, although technology has come a long way in what feels like a short time, there is still more room for improvement before fully-electric equipment can truly replace traditional fuels in every instance.

The Hybrid Revolution In the early 2000s, Genie launched its first generation of hybrid booms, also known as bi-energy booms. They could deliver quiet operations and reduce emissions, but there was a tradeoff in performance. This compromise limited the use of these hybrid booms to environmentally conscious jobsites, sites that really required quiet operation for tasks like nighttime construction or had special emission considerations.Occasionally, they might be used when the job required work indoors and outdoors and it was more advantageous to rent one, do-it-all boom rather than separate equipment for specific needs. Still, the real hybrid revolution began in 2017, when Genie introduced the Z®-60 FE (fuel electric) hybrid boom. Although the technology was an evolution of prior bi-energy lifts, the Genie team looked at FE as a challenge to create a “no compromises” hybrid. The result was true four-wheel drive performance with a smaller, more efficient engine that used 30 to 40 percent less energy compared with diesel

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models, while providing similar torque so nothing was lost on performance. In all-electric mode, FE lifts can work a full day on one battery charge, and are quiet and have zero emissions for work indoors or in noise and emissions-sensitive jobsites. In hybrid mode, FE lifts can operate for a whole week on one tank of gas, and regenerative technology recharges the battery while it runs, meaning there is no downtime to charge equipment. As an additional benefit, Genie FE lifts are also equipped to handle many kinds of surfaces with an active oscillating axle to maintain traction and stability on rough terrain for work outside. This ability to work indoors and outdoors with one piece of equipment, the ability to recharge while the lift is in operation, reduced fuel consumption and reduced emissions has made FE an increasingly popular alternative to traditional diesel-powered equipment.

Going Electric Historically, electric drive systems were challenged by the tough conditions found on jobsites.But that, too, has been changing over the past few years, and if Genie FE technology pushed hybrid booms into the future, Genie’s introduction of AC E-Drive on its entire line of slab scissor lifts in late 2020 did the same for electric drive. Thanks to the AC electric drive system efficiency, Genie E-Drive slab scissors can deliver up to 30% more runtime than their hydraulic drive counterparts. With high-gauge steel guards and increased ground clearance, E-Drive-equipped GS™

scissor lifts can outperform on the most demanding jobsites, with real-world 25% gradeability. Combined with two times the tire tread depth as previous designs, Genie E-Drive scissors also have the torque and traction for climbing dovetail ramps, even if one wheel slips. E-Drive scissors also are equipped with flooded lead acid (FLA, or flooded) batteries of varying size, depending on the model. Additionally, some Genie E-Drive slab scissors are designed to accommodate smaller batteries than their less efficient hydraulic drive counterparts, while still delivering significantly more runtime and reducing lifetime maintenance costs. Charge time can depend on many factors, including battery type, charger type, and depth of discharge, but is typically less than 10 hours for a full charge. The sealed AC electric drive motors on Genie E-Drive slabs are only one piece of the overall total cost of ownership (TCO) savings, in addition to other innovations like maintenance-free platforms and significantly simplified hydraulic systems. With 70% fewer

hydraulic hoses and fittings, Genie E-Drive slab scissors are well suited for the future where end user customers are increasingly focused on clean, efficient machines.

The Wave of the Future Just as today’s equipment has come a long way since the hybrid and electric lifts of the past, technology will continue to evolve. Which is why Genie is focused not just on innovating in ways that meets those needs, but bringing the right products to market at the right time to meet the jobsite and business needs of tomorrow.

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LGB development site Biggleswade Oct 2021

Liebherr’s Biggleswade HQ just got bigger Following some unavoidable COVID 19 related delays, ground has been broken as the expansion of LiebherrGreat Britain Limited headquarters in Biggleswade officially gets underway. Within the 15-acre site, there are plans to house the machinery giant’s state-of-the-art new facility which will include preparation

workshops for earthmoving, mobile crane and concrete divisions, a customer centre as well as welfare for engineering teams. The facility will adjoin its existing 9-acre complex in its Bedfordshire home. The initial capital investment of £8 million will ensure that the company has both the resources

and capacity to support a period of sustained growth in the UK. The initial phase of construction works is expected to take up to 6 months, with a projected completion pencilled in for end of Q1 2022. Liebherr has handed responsibility for the works to PJ Hegarty and will work closely alongside them to ensure the project runs to

time. Liebherr construction machinery will, be in evidence in the early stages of the build. The Managing Directors of Liebherr GB, commented: “Even during these unprecedented times, we are delighted the development is underway, this ensures we continue to provide industry leading service to our customers.”

First View of New Bobcat Agricultural Telehandlers at LAMMA provides interactive and streamlined information and is available with a larger 7 inch Touch screen with built-in radio and a phone page that allows the operator to dial their contacts instantly.

As LAMMA celebrates its 40th anniversary on 11-12th January 2022 at the NEC Birmingham, the show is the first in the UK where visitors will be able to see Bobcat’s new generation R-Series agricultural telehandler range. Bobcat will be showing two new models for the first time in the UK at LAMMA- the top-of-the-range TL43.80HFAgri 4 Star model and the compact TL30.60 telehandler. The company will also show other models from the Bobcat loader or mini-excavator range and these will be confirmed shortly. Commenting on the first appearance of the R-Series at a UK show, John Christofides, Regional Sales Director for Bobcat EMEA s.r.o,,said: “The new R-Series range offers superior machines that combine all-day comfort, maximum productivity and reliability, intelligent features, a robust build with intuitive operation and excellent 360o ergonomics.” On standard 24 inch tyres, the TL43.80HF offers a maximum lift capacity of 4.3 tonne, a maximum lift height of 7.5 m and a maximum forward reach of 4.0 m. The TL30.60 has a maximum lift capacity of 3.0 tonne, a maximum lift height of 5.9 m and a maximum forward reach of 3.0 m. Including these models, Bobcat’s R-Series agricultural telehandler range provides a choice of seven models with Stage V engines, covering maximum lifting capacities between 2.6 and 4.3 tonne with lifting heights from 6 to 8 m.

Revolutionary The new R-Series telehandlers are part of Bobcat’s revolutionary ‘Next is Now’

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programme, combining innovative product development and diversification with more intelligent, more connected technologies and services that reshape how work gets done on the farm. Under the Next is Now umbrella, Bobcat has recently entered the European wheel loader market for compact wheel loaders and small articulated loaders, as well as launching new generation R-Series compact loaders and R2-Series 5-6 tonne mini-excavators. The company has also added a full range of new light compaction machinery, developed in collaboration with the Ammann Group. Bobcat R-Series telehandlers offer a premium workspace with a new cab design. The new high quality, contemporary interior of the cab features stand-out R-Series branding, colours and textures that clearly reflect Bobcat’s DNA. In the ergonomic design, all surfaces have been optimised to offer increased space and visibility. A new Grammer Maximo Dynamic air suspension seat with heating, featuring a suspended armrest with joystick provides an outstanding ride and high operating comfort. The new LCD colour display

The new Bobcat multifunctional joystick enables faster operations. The FNR button located at the back of the joystick is easily controlled using the index finger, allowing the operator to use their thumb to actuate the usual boom and auxiliary functions and new smart functions such as the Auto Grab, the bucket shaking feature, the boom float and the speed shifting system.

Increased Efficiency The high visibility from the cab is further optimised with 360° LED work lights, the best-in-class boom speeds, the powerful transmission and automated boom movements on the new Bobcat R-Series agricultural telehandlers, allowing farmers to complete their work more efficiently and in less time. The R-Series telehandlers also offer a range of new and proven operating functions to provide more intelligent control and higher productivity.

Warranty Included As with all new Bobcat telehandlers, the R-Series offers customers peace of mind with a 3-year warranty (or 3000 hours) on the entire machine as standard from the factory, extendable to 5 years and 5000 hours. Bobcat is the only manufacturer to provide a 3-year warranty as standard, allowing customers to focus entirely on growing their farming business without worrying about their machines.

SANDVIK IRELAND PORTLAOISE CRUSHING & SCREENING, ROCK TOOLS, SURFACE DRILLS, UNDERGROUND MINING, PARTS & SERVICE Supporting our Irish customer base in both the surface and underground extractive industries since 1994. With a high emphasis on Environment Health and Safety and a large range of quality products, parts and services, our customer support continues from our Portlaoise facility, where we strive to deliver tomorrows needs, today Portlaoise office Tel: +353 (057) 866 453 Brian Carroll- Underground Mining Tel: +353 87 0517195 Email: brian.carroll@sandvik.com Chris Murray- Surface Drilling & Rock Tools Tel: +44 7515198233 Email: Chris.murray@sandvik.com Mark Fekkes- Crushing & Screening. Tel: +44 7710487866 Email: mark.fekkes@sandvik.com Oliver Boland- Service & Tech Support Supervisor Tel: +35386 0289323 Email: oliver.boland@sandvik.com

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DL422iE Battery Long Hole Rig.

FUTURE OF MINING CLEANER & GREENER According to a study in the Bulletin of the American Meteorological Society, global greenhouse gas levels have reached their highest on record in 2020, even though flights were grounded and streets were emptied due to the coronavirus pandemic. Because of the pandemic, emissions from burning fossil fuels dropped by about 7%, but the reduction was too small to have any material impact on build-up of carbon dioxide in the air. Given the looming climate crisis and how we have become accustomed to an over reliance on fossil fuels, Sandvik, other OEM’s and our customers are doing their bit to help reduce their greenhouse emissions and carbon footprints. Part of this has been the development of BEV’s (Battery Electric Vehicle) and the replacement of diesel-powered vehicles.

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In June 2021, one major step was taken by Pretivm in Canada, to address this change and new approach to greener and cleaner mining when Sandvik received their largest ever BEV order in a single month. Pretivm, who operate the Brucejack Mine in Canada and following a successful 6-month trial, placed

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this order with Sandvik. Pretivm have committed to replacing its entire diesel fleet by 2023 and are currently taking delivery of their first Sandvik Z50 (now Sandvik TH550B) battery electric truck. This unit will be the first of 7x BEV trucks to arrive, with an option for an 8th.

They also have 2x Sandvik LH518B battery electric loaders on the way following rigorous performance requirements set out by Pretivm on both the loaders and trucks. The combination of these 9-10 BEV battery trucks and loaders have proved to fit their production target of 3,800 tonnes per day at the mine. Additionally, the mine has also made commitments to Sandvik for a battery-as-aservice (BaaS) contract. This turnkey solution eliminates the risk of owning batteries as Sandvik takes full responsibility of battery maintenance, renewal and disposal. Launched at the Las Vegas Mine Expo in September 2021, the envelope size of Sandvik TH550B is one of the smallest 50 tonne trucks on the market but it generates twice the peak horsepower and a fraction of

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the heat of its diesel equivalent. On top of the sustainability improvements with batterybased mining, another major benefit of electrification is the amount of money that can be saved on initial capital and operating expenses, including construction of ventilation shafts and the cost of operating ventilation systems. Again, this helps reduce electricity consumption running large ventilation fans removing heat and exhaust emissions. Not only are the load and haul units being developed but also

are Sandvik’s underground battery drills and bolters. The initial DD422iE battery facedrill’s are now being complimented by Sandvik’s battery bolters and longhole rigs. These units are being developed, refined and produced to meet the customer requirements for this new way and approach to mining.

together and ensuring that the latest available technology is successful and efficient. This will ensure a cleaner environment for us all to work in today and a greener future for us all.

As the saying goes, “if it cannot be grown, it has to be mined”, so with that in mind, mining and the extractive industries are here to stay. It’s up to Sandvik, other OEM’s, suppliers and customers themselves, working

Supporting our Irish customer base in both the surface and underground extractive industries since 1994 with technical support and operating from our midlands workshops since 1997.

With a high emphasis on Environment Health and Safety and a product range of quality products, parts and services, our customer support continues today from our Portlaoise facility, where we strive to deliver tomorrow’s needs, today.

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DOOSAN’S DL200-7 COMPLETES WHEEL LOADER FAMILY Completing the company’s awardwinning ‘DL-7’ family of wheel loaders, Doosan Infracore Europe has confirmed the launch of the new DL200-7 wheel loader, the smallest model in the range. Like the existing larger models, the DL2007 introduces a next generation design, incorporating a powerful new Stage V compliant engine and provides higher productivity, increased fuel efficiency and a low cost of ownership, coupled with a superb environment and experience for the operator. Power is provided by the Perkins 1204J 4-cylinder Stage V engine with an output of 106 kW (144 HP) at 2200 RPM. Highpressure fuel injection and precise timing provide highly efficient fuel burn and perfect combustion. The aftertreatment system is composed of a selective catalytic reduction module, an oxidation catalyst and a longlife particulate filter to reduce emissions. The Doosan Smart Guidance System (DSGS) is a new feature which analyses the driving habits and behaviour of the operator and helps them to achieve the most fuel-efficient operation. The DSGS provides a score and guide (the Score-Graph) of the operator’s driving pattern to show fuel economy, efficiency and durability by category. The new cab on the DL200-7 offers a greatly improved field of vision for the operator, with blind spots around the cab minimized and a 14% larger glass window area compared to the previous DL-5 model. It also

offers the option of electrically adjustable rear view mirrors for added safety. Full LED working lights are installed on the cab (two on both the front and rear as standard, with the option of four or six each at the front and rear). For higher pedestrian safety, the LED lights on the rear bonnet have an automatic strobe function to indicate when the wheel loader is reversing. An air compressor with air blower is available as an option - fitted in the cab for easy access, this is a powerful tool that can be used to clean the cab and for daily maintenance whenever necessary.

Spacious Cab Design Inside the cab, the new DL200-7 wheel loader offers significantly enhanced operating comfort, an enhanced steering system and advanced electronic controls. Using the new Doosan Smart Key system on the control panel in the cab, the operator can start the machine using a keyless device, helping to prevent machine theft. The Smart Key system provides remote door control, door lock and unlock, door release, searching and other functions. The control panel also includes two USB sockets. The new cab has a Grammer Actimo XXL seat with fully adjustable horizontal and vertical suspension settings, a pneumatic lumbar function and seat heating as standard. There is a 3-point safety belt with alarm icons on the new Doosan Smart Touch system and on the gauge panel, which features a new layout and anti-reflective glass. The new EMCV (Electric Main Control Valve) joystick fully integrated in the armrest is another standard feature in the cab, providing the operator with smoother and precise controllability of the lift arm and attachments on the wheel loader. Features available via the EMCV system include Automatic Return-to-Dig, Bucket Tilt Kick-out and the Bucket crowd stop position and shock prevention for higher operator comfort. Designed to give the operator more precise control with a shorter lever stroke, resulting in less fatigue, the sensitivity of the ergonomic joystick control can be set and altered according to operator preferences using the

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new Doosan Smart Touch system. Userfriendly and easy to read in all conditions, the new 8 inch touchscreen provides all the important settings and information the operator needs in one place. Included in the information at the operator’s fingertips on the touchscreen is the feed from the rear-view camera, the HVAC controls (heating, ventilation and air conditioning), radio and Bluetooth devices (music streaming, hands-free) and the operator help function. Overall, the redesigned interior offers a much larger, quieter and more comfortable operator environment, which improves safety and productivity and helps the operator work with high concentration. The operator also has increased leg room, an enlarged storage area and cool-box position and an improved air conditioning system (with optimized air circulation).

Increased Versatility The DL200-7 wheel loader has smooth and responsive hydraulics and auxiliary hydraulic connections. The DL200-7 is equipped as standard with a 3rd spool valve with settable flow and detent

function, providing a constant flow for hydraulically driven attachments. A 4th spool valve is available as an option.

featuring a high lift arm and the 300 kg counterweight, where higher dump heights and increased versatility are required.

Operators can easily and comfortably control hydraulic attachments via the proportional switch on the joystick. Various tyre options are also available from leading global manufacturers, to cover the widest possible range of conditions and applications. In addition, the new DL200-7 wheel loader can be ordered with an optional 300 kg counterweight, depending on the application. These include the transport and delivery of soil, sand, aggregates and other materials in industry, agriculture, recycling, waste, construction, demolition, mining and quarrying. Doosan is also offering a wider choice of options to provide more work tools for a better match with applications, further increasing output. The standard bucket capacity on the DL200-7 is 2.0m3. The Z-kinematic lift arm delivers high breakout forces and lifting capacities, especially for heavy materials, and a large dump angle for efficiently unloading sticky materials. The DL200-7 is also available as an HL version,

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Engcon receives an award as one of Sweden’s best managed companies well throughout the pandemic”, says Therese Kjellberg.

For the third year in a row, Engcon has received the award as one of Sweden’s Best Managed Companies 2021.

Nasdaq comments on the selected companies: “Every year it is just as fascinating to see which successful and well-run companies we have in Sweden. Despite the pandemic and the limitations, it has entailed, this year’s starting field of companies in Sweden’s Best Managed Companies has managed to demonstrate its exceptional commitment and good leadership to create profitable growth.

“This is a nice recognition that we run the company in a serious and long-term way and each time we are praised for our business, I become increasingly proud of what we do,”,says Engcon’s CEO Krister Blomgren who together with Engcon’s Area Sales Manager, Anders Smith, received the award which was presented at the Fotografiska (photographic museum) in Stockholm, Sweden. “In addition to a serious and long-term business, we have always had our partners and customers at the centre of what we do and together with them we will continue to change the digging world, with our tiltrotator and other smart products,” says Krister Blomgren. Therese Kjellberg, partner at Deloitte and responsible

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for Sweden’s Best Managed Companies, is impressed by the winners and their successes. “We are so proud to present the award to our Best Managed Companies for the third year. Over the past year, we have seen

that these companies have had a clear strategy and execution ability where a strong corporate culture is combined with a long-term focus on innovation, employees and customers, which has made them cope

“They have not only created strong teams but also ensured skills development for the future, which is a key to longterm success. So, it is with great honour and good hope to see them in the starting field next year as well that we congratulate them on the award”, says Maria Groschopp Dellwik, responsible for strategy and business development at Nasdaq Global Listings in Stockholm.

Munster Joinery Adds Merlo to Plant Fleet Cork-based windows and doors manufacturers, Munster Joinery has become the latest in a lengthening line of successful Irish multinationals to add a Merlo telescopic handler to their materials handling fleet. Their latest purchase, a P40.17 model supplied to them by McHale Plant Sales, has a lift capacity of 4 tonnes with a maximum lift height of 16.6m and a drive speed of 33km/h.

Powered by a new 75hp Stage V Deutz engine, its numerous features include an eco power drive system, hydrostatic transmission, stabilisers with adaptive stability control, chassis levelling, and Merlo’s own exclusive boom side shift mechanism for added operational accuracy and convenience.

Other equipment supplied to Munster Joinery by McHale in recent times includes a Komatsu WA200 wheel loader and a new 14-tonne Komatsu PC138US-11 excavator.

Komatsu Completes First European Sale of Frontrunner Autonomous Haulage System Komatsu – whose products are distributed in Ireland by McHale Plant Sales – has announced the sale its FrontRunner Autonomous Haulage System to Swedish metals company Boliden, marking the first time

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the system has been rolled out in Europe. Deployed on 11 930E-5 ultraclass haul trucks based at Aitik, one of Europe’s largest open pit copper mines, located in northern Sweden, the FrontRunner system is expected to provide a significant fleet

upgrade for Boliden, who specialise in exploration, mining, smelting and metals recycling. Combining the reliability and durability of Komatsu electric drive trucks with the power of innovative autonomous haulage technology has helped mining customers worldwide

increase productivity and reduce total cost of ownership. As Komatsu notes, essential minerals needed to power modern society are getting harder to find and tougher to mine, customers therefore place their trust in mining companies to deliver these resources. Komatsu’s FrontRunner is the preferred management system in nine of the 10 largest mining operations in the world, with over 4 billion tonnes moved since its first commercial deployment in 2008 at CODELCO’s Gabriela Mistral (Gaby) copper mine in Chile.

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Groundforce launches side-grip piling hammer in Ireland A side-grip piling hammer that saves civil engineering contractors time and money has been launched in Ireland by specialist construction services supplier Groundforce.

side clamp of the side gripper can handle profile weights of up to 7000kg, exceeding the limit for most excavators equipped with a side gripper vibratory hammer.

The Dieseko Group ICE attachment, for which Groundforce is the sole distributor for in Ireland, has already proved its worth on several jobs where it has negated the need for contractors to employ a specialist piling contractor to install long sheet piles.

Its modular construction also results in less downtime during exchange of the side-grip inserts for various profiles, while its unique multidirectional elastomers create a more stable and predictable movement.

Available to hire exclusively from Groundforce, the side-grip piling hammer is robust, easy to fit and operate and can install sheet piles up to 10 m long. Designed to be simple, rigid and reliable, the Dieseko ICE side gripper was developed from an extensive study on similar attachments as well as input from operators who best understand their requirements. The result is a unique linear side-clamping system that gives a more efficient clamping load transfer for sheet piles and H-beams up to 330mm and casings up to 550mm. The maximum weight of the drivable piles depends largely on the excavator, as the

Groundforce customers who have recently used the new attachment have been impressed with its capabilities. Andrew Hatton, project manager with Farrans Construction said: “The I.C.E side grip hammer supplied by Groundforce allowed us to install a large cofferdam, on a very restricted site, on the bank on the river Lee in Cork City. Without it, we wouldn’t have been able to install the sheet piles with our own crew.” Ryan Buckley, owner at Castworks Ltd commented: “This is a very impressive attachment, plenty of power and very easy to operate. We used it to install 10m sheet piles

in Wexford for John Sisk & Son and we look forward to using it again on the next job.” Joseph Lenihan, General manager for Groundforce said: “This attachment is a game changer for the Irish market, never before could our customers install a cofferdam themselves if the length of sheet pile exceeded 8m, but now they can. After almost two years of market research, we eventually settled on the ICE side gripper, primarily due to the ease of fitting and simple and robust design – which we believe will result in less breakdowns than other manufactures. For these reasons, together with a fantastic back up service from ICE during the trialling period, we are very confident in this investment.”

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IQ Publishes Updated ‘Good Practice Guide for Handling Soils in Mineral Workings’ An update to the MAFF1 guidance ‘Good Practice for Handling Soils’ is now available following a detailed review led by The Institute of Quarrying (IQ). The updated publication ‘Good Practice Guide for Handling Soils in Mineral Workings’ succeeds MAFF’s ‘Good Practice for Handling Soils’. The original was published in 2000; the guide was designed specifically to help the mineral industry and its contractors to achieve a good standard of agricultural restoration when using various combinations of earthmoving machinery for soil stripping, storage and replacement. The update is timely given the new Government policies relating to land use and the safeguarding of all soils. The guidance is aimed primarily at managers of quarry operations, mineral planners, restoration specialists, consultants and earth moving contractors, whilst its guidance and applications also extend to the civil engineering and wider construction sectors. Julian Smallshaw, Head of Education and Standards, IQ, says: “The Institute has been able to bring together all facets of the industry to help peer review this valuable work. It has taken over three years to get to this point and much time and effort by all involved. This resource will be a ‘must have’ for anyone involved in the handling of soils on mineral extraction sites. “To date, the guidance has been widely used by the mineral industry and planning authorities, and their advisors. With the recent changes in land use (Natural Capital focus) and environmental (climate and soils) related policies, it is appropriate that the guidance is updated and expanded to include these.

“At IQ we will be incorporating this guidance in our own educational and training materials as part of our commitment to ensure learning is aligned with current best practices in the industry.” Dr Neil Humphries, author of the original and updated guidance, says: “I am very pleased that the Institute has taken on this initiative and that it will become part of its educational programme. Importantly, it now integrates the role and contribution of professional soil scientists in the deployment of good operational practice by way of a Soil Resource & Management Plan.

“This should be the primary reference material for characterising the soil resources available, informing and successfully delivering the intended after use(s) whether it is agricultural, horticultural, forestry, semi-natural vegetation /ecosystems or other soil-based ones. It will underpin the operational design, land use and landscaping plan, the practices needed to be deployed, and the means of communication to all those involved. The importance of competency in the technical understanding of soils and the implications of the operational practices is also emphasised.”

Michelin adds Largest Tyre to Backhoe Loader, Telehandler and Tractor Range Line range and offer a high load capacity and special rubber formula designed for year-round use.

Michelin has introduced the largest size of its multi-purpose, all-season CrossGrip tyre. The new 540/80 R38 fitment takes the range up to 13 dimensions in total, available on both the original equipment and replacement markets. Commenting, Gordon Brookes, Michelin’s Customer Engineering Support Manager, says: “Since we first launched the CrossGrip in 2018 it has proved a very popular choice for operators of backhoe loaders, telehandlers and small tractors. “The tyres work very well on a variety of surfaces – such as

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Its non-directional tread pattern ensures excellent precision for the driver when manoeuvring, in either forward or reverse gear, plus the optimised tread pattern – with multiple biting edges – delivers great traction, Michelin says.

sports fields or grass verges – and are particularly effective on snow and ice, which is

particularly relevant as we move into the winter months.” CrossGrip tyres form part of Michelin’s popular Compact

Reinforced for puncture resistance, they can be studded for ice usage, while the tread depth has been carefully optimised to reduce plant damage during the growing season.

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MDS APPOINTS NEW UK DISTRIBUTORS wait to get started and make a success of this partnership.”

MDS – a Terex Brand and a leading manufacturer of heavy duty rock Trommels and Conveyors - has completed new Distribution Agreements in England and Wales.

Commenting on the appointments, Conor Hegarty, General Manager, MDS said: “MDS are delighted to secure Red Knight 6 and Blue Machinery (Central) as our Distribution partners for England and Wales. Both businesses bring a high degree of technical expertise with many years of industry experience providing customers with the best products for their applications.

Following on from the recent acquisition of MDS by Terex Materials Processing, a strategic review was undertaken in these key markets which has now been concluded with the appointment of two new Distribution partners. Blue Machinery (Central) have been appointed as MDS Distributor in northern and central England along with north Wales. In addition, Red Knight 6 have been appointed in southern England and south Wales. Both companies bring industry leading experience in the sale and rental of equipment for the quarrying, aggregate and recycling industries throughout the UK and represent several world class brands. Sean McGeary, Sales Director for Blue Machinery Central, commented, “We are delighted

to agree the Dealership for MDS. We have known and worked with MDS for many years in the UK and recognise their product range as robust and unique. Being an addition to the Terex family will allow us to grow this brand in the UK market on an exclusivity basis in our territory with Terex’s professionalism and structure and the endeavour of the Blue Machinery (Central) Ltd team and our loyal customer base. The product perfectly complements our existing

Pictured here are Sean McGeary and Conor Hegarty, General Manager, MDS.

portfolio with a strong focus on the Quarry, Demolition and Recycling sectors”. Paul Donnelly, Managing Director, Red Knight 6 commented, “We are pleased to be partnering with MDS. The portfolio of trommels we are able to bring to our region fit perfectly with the range of customers we currently work with. Our customers know that we work with the highest quality brands and this agreement is a continuation of that. We can’t

“MDS have steadily grown their presence in the UK in recent years and these appointments will help solidify and grow our footprint in this key market. Customers can now look forward to local representation and world class aftersales support.” TM

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Major awards success for Flagship A6 Dualling scheme The Flagship A6 Randalstown to Castledawson Dualling Scheme has received the top award of ‘Overall Winner’ at the prestigious Construction Excellence Awards 2021. Organised by the Construction Employers Federation, the Awards recognise excellence in the construction industry and celebrate key achievements for the sector. The A6 Dualling scheme was given the Overall award which is for a particularly exceptional project. The project was also successful

in the ‘Transport and Utilities Infrastructure’ category. Welcoming the success Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon said: “The A6, used by 22,000 vehicles each day, is a strategically important route, as it connects the North West to Belfast and beyond. The delivery of the scheme is already enhancing connectivity, contributing to the economic development of the area, improving road safety and bringing long-term benefits to road users and local communities.

“A project of this size and significance requires partnership working across a number of organisations. The job of constructing such a major piece of Infrastructure is no mean feat and two of our largest contractors, Graham Construction and Farrans, worked together in a Joint Venture along with our consultants AECOM, designers ARUP and Roughan & O’Donovan and many sub-contractors and suppliers to deliver this project. “While I know that their main focus was delivering the scheme

for the good of all our citizens, these Awards are a further recognition of not only the excellence of their work but also of their dedication over a number of years. I congratulate my staff in the Department and all our partners across the public and private sectors for this wonderful achievement.” The £189 million scheme commenced in June 2017 and was completed in May 2021. In addition to the Randalstown to Castledawson scheme the Department continues to progress the Flagship £220m A6 Dungiven to Drumahoe Dualling scheme which will see the construction of a further 25.5 kilometres of dual carriageway and a bypass of Dungiven. It is due to be completed in 2022.

UK construction works remain strong despite material price inflation and labour shortages Supply chain disruption, material price inflation and a shortage of skilled labour continued to intensify in Q3 2021, which could challenge strong workloads led by new infrastructure schemes underway across the United Kingdom – this according to a survey of experts and professionals working in the construction sector by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). While the pace of total activity slipped slightly from +38% in Q2 to +33% in Q3, respondents are reporting strong levels of construction work, which is mostly led by infrastructure projects (+47% in Q3 from +45% in Q2) – with energy, roads and water revealing the strongest outputs. Forwardlooking indicators point to the sector continuing to experience strong growth over the course of the next twelve months. Unsurprisingly, private commercial (such as office and retail developments) showed the slowest uplift in activity, but the +19% net balance indicates that even this area is seeing business improve and projects resume. The availability of construction materials was the biggest challenge cited amongst respondents as supply chains across the UK struggled to re-establish themselves postBrexit and the pandemic. In the final quarter of 2019, just 14% of respondents indicated that this was an issue for them. Fast forward to Q2 2021 and it had jumped to over half of all respondents identifying this issue and, since then, it has continued the rise. These results also show that 89% of contributors believe this to be a problem, which is the highest proportion since the survey began in 2012. PLANT & CIVIL

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Skills Alongside materials, there are increasing concerns about being able to source sufficient people with necessary construction skills. In the latest survey, labour shortages were cited by over 80% of respondents which compares with two-thirds in Q2 2021 and 42% in the first three months of the year. Respondents said bricklayers appear the standout problem with 69% of contributors drawing attention to shortages of this particular skill but carpenters, plasters, electricians and plumbers are not far behind. Business enquiries remained firm in the third quarter (+40%) which is consistent with the upbeat expectations for activity into 2022, and while the headline workload expectations metric slipped slightly from Q2 at +44%, it remains indicative of a firmly positive trend. There were fewer positive expectations around profits recovering amongst construction firms given the increases in material prices across the sector. Tender prices are projected to increase by close to 5% over the period, with materials costs viewed as likely to rise by around 8% - posing a headache for construction firms as this could make the delivery of some projects unviable.

Biodiversity Respondents reported a reluctance amongst investors to adopt green building designs or carbon neutral construction practices. Around 22% said they’d seen no shift in support and nearly 40% saying only niche investors had shown an interest in building more sustainably.

Added to this, 56% of respondents confirmed that biodiversity was not taken into account at all or in fewer than half of the schemes on their books – painting a challenging picture that the construction sector is playing catchup with wider concerns around sustainability and the impact of climate change. Simon Rubinsohn, RICS Chief Economist, said: “Activity remains strong in the construction sector with infrastructure projects, including the Thames Tideway Tunnel, Hinkley Point C and HS2, continuing to drive momentum alongside residential developments. However the feedback from respondents to the survey is unsurprisingly now also highlighting increasing challenges around sourcing key building materials and skilled labour. “The impact of these trends on costs is expected to continue through the coming year and is reflected in a mixed picture around the likely improvement in profitability accompanying the broader recovery in the sector. “The responses to the survey also identify ongoing issues around moving the industry towards adopting more sustainable practices in the week of COP26. “The inference of the insight provided to us is more needs to be done to encourage the industry to transition from the current approach to the embedding of more carbon neutral techniques in the build processes, something RICS is working with others in the sector to change, which includes developing a new carbon emissions database as well as a carbon reporting framework through the new International Cost Management Standard.” Find us on

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HYVA TRAILER MOUNTED CRANES NOW AVAILABLE FROM TRAILERTEK The Hyva range of trailer-mounted cranes, available through County Armagh based Trailertek, provides an excellent solution to lifting, loading, and transporting products and materials. The Hyva crane system, available with either battery power or a petrol engine, has been designed to integrate with the Brian James Trailers Connect model range. This range of trailers offer different lengths and capacities to suit the end user. Only trained Hyva approved professionals are authorised to install these cranes ensuring safety and optimum performance at all times. The crane system is very user friendly, equipped with telescopic legs that extend out from the trailer body to ensure a solid and level base to perform tasks. Once these are locked and in place (an important safety feature) the control panel activates to allow the operator to maneuver the boom easily and smoothly. The range in which it can extend and move is truly impressive, a feature Hyva are keen to promote as part of the focus on this trailer mounted crane’s main advantage of being able to access tight locations where space is at a premium.

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The overall look of the trailer/crane combination is very eye-catching with the yellow boom folded sitting above the front of the trailer. We noted several inquisitive glances from fellow drivers when towing this system around. Incidentally and true to form

for Brian James Trailers, towing this unit was very easy with well balanced and smooth towing thanks to the self damping AL-KO suspension set up and a low centre of gravity. Significantly, the ability to hitch this groundbreaking trailer-mounted crane to

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GENERAL PLANT The trailer mounted crane models perfectly complement Trailertek’s growing and diverse product portfolio which also includes a General Plant range, designed for the toughest environments and heavy loads. As with most Brian James Trailers, the General Plant is highly configurable and uses a Click & Connect system to allow the easy fitting and removal of extension side panels. It comes with a range of options including winches, ladder racks and bucket rests, and even a tilt bed facility for low ground clearance equipment such as access equipment. www.trailertek.ie

a van or 4x4 vehicle allows companies to utilise their existing fleet of vehicles without the additional outlay of a truck. Not surprisingly, Hyva truck-mounted cranes are among the most widely used loader cranes in the world, showcasing a broad portfolio to cover all lifting requirements with cost efficiency.

DIGGER PLANT2 Also available from Trailertek is the equally innovative CarGO Digger Plant2 range which provides a modern, advanced and compliant transport solution for many tracked excavators and plant machines such as chippers and shredders. With obvious appeal to larger organisations the ideas pioneered in Digger Plant2

also translate to medium and small size fleets interested in efficiency and safety.

TIPPER2 Meanwhile, the versatile Tipper 2 range is capable of transporting heavy bulk materials, large machinery, or even low ground clearance mowers among hundreds of other applications. Sharing the same core strengths as the rest of the Brian James Trailer range, the CarGo Tipper 2 is equally at home on highways, byways or backroads. The product range is all electric operation with remote control, battery isolation and audible warnings as standard. The range offers options and accessories to specify your trailer to suit the exact job at hand.

PARTS & SERVICE Trailertek has a growing online presence with a dedicated e-commerce shop selling trailer parts and accessories. It stocks genuine parts for Brian James Trailers including official parts from ALKO, KNOTT, Aspock, Maypole and more.

From light compact to robust articulated cranes or highly precise machines, Hyva truck-mounted cranes cover any industrial application: agriculture, construction, mining, transportation, environment, defence. Trailertek's position as the Brian James Trailers distributor ensures all Ireland coverage through their dealer network. “We pride ourselves on giving solid, honest advice and provide a service dedicated to customer care and are delighted to add the Hyva Trailer Mounted Cranes to our model line-up,” says Trailertek's Clive Latimer. The Brian James Trailers range has impressed us here at Plant & Civil Engineer; other trailers in the range include the following.

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In its single biggest launch since the introduction of the new truck generation back in 2016, Scania is now introducing not only a new engine platform, but also services and updates that are set to consolidate its position as the leading manufacturer of premium heavy trucks. “What we introduce today is not only an engine platform but a major initiative for strengthening Scania’s industry-leading position within sustainable transport for the rest of this decade,” says Alexander Vlaskamp, Executive Vice President and Head of Sales and Marketing at Scania. “Our strong focus on transport efficiency guides us in the shift towards a decarbonised world, a shift that will have a major contribution from our new powertrain. “We see a world of transport that is rapidly changing, where customer demands for the best total operating economy

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and a sustainable future go hand-in-hand. At Scania, we have set our aim higher than maybe any other manufacturer. Not because we think it will be easy but because we see no other option than to actually reach the targets for curbing greenhouse gas emissions set by the Paris agreement in 2016.” With its all-new 13-litre engine platform for Euro 6 vehicles, ranging from 420 to 560 hp, Scania’s powertrain promises fuel savings that typically will reach eight percent for long haulage customers. All engines have inherent HVO fuel capabilities and two of them can be ordered as FAME biodiesel versions. More iterations will follow for markets outside Europe and for biogas solutions. The new powertrain also includes new gearboxes and axles. Initially, the new range will be produced with four different power output levels for Euro 6: 420, 460, 500 and 560 hp,

making it relevant for many different applications. In combi nation with the new Scania Opticruise gearboxes (G25 and G33 that was introduced in 2020 for a number of V8 variants) and a new range of driven Scania rear axles, fuel savings of eight percent can be achieved in applications such as general cargo or temperaturecontrolled transports. All engines can be run on HVO, and two of them can be ordered for use with 100% renewable biodiesel (FAME B100).

to decarbonising the world and fighting the climate challenge.”

“A Scania customer that operates a truck with a 500 hp engine will see a dramatic reduction in their fuel bill, even when compared to the industryleading engine generation that we are replacing,” says Stefan Dorski, Senior Vice President, Head of Scania Trucks. “The new ones will excel in many ways, but personally I see the immediate CO reduction as the most important aspect. Our new engines will instantly contribute

MACH, Scania’s new Modular Architecture Chassis, is much more flexible when it comes to the needs of individual customers. Its main trait is the introduction of a new set of rules for frame hole patterns, with dedicated holes for mounting parts both inside and outside the frame. The result is a more modular and predictable chassis layout, which increases the theoretical number of chassis layouts exponentially.

Other Features Scania is not only introducing a new powertrain for a lot of different applications; it’s also bringing in other useful features for its chassis layout at the same time. What all these features have in common is their ability to vastly increase the possibility of specifying and operating trucks that are truly tailor-made for their particular applications and tasks.

“Instead of getting stuck due to the dependencies between different components, we can now offer a greater variety for chassis layouts,” says Ola Brantefors, Head of Layout and Chassis Installation at Scania R&D. “It is from now on possible to pack the chassis, starting in front of the rear axle. Putting a fuel tank in an alternative position might mean that the payload improves by better weight distribution, while at the same time leaving room for objects like storage space or supporting legs in forward positions, closer to the cab.”

Fuel optimisation unit A completely new range of diesel fuel tanks is also being introduced, ranging from 165 up to 700 litres each. There are three sizes (S, M and L), that also come in different lengths. They all have a new, ingenious D-shaped design that vastly improves their robustness. CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE

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The low-pressure fuel pump, the primary fuel filter and the water separating filter are moved away from the engine itself and gathered in a separate fuel optimisation unit. This unit is mounted on the end of the primary tank. By doing so, Scania has now once and for all solved the classic challenge about how to be able to maximise the fuel used in the tank. Scania has also developed a new, smart solution for securing the fuel distribution between the tanks on trucks with dual tanks. By having a T-connection with a separate and constant (but very limited) feed to the fuel optimisation unit, a venturi effect is created, which ensures that no pockets of air block the feed between them over to the primary tank.

Mirror View Camera Together with the new powertrain and services, Scania is also introducing several features and options for their premium trucks. The most noticeable change is the new Scania Mirror View Camera system (SMVC), whose unique solutions takes the human-machine interface regarding digital mirrors to a

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whole new level. An updated line of upholstery and colour schemes for the interior and the four different bed options are among the other new items, offering extra driver comfort and premium touch. “We had a clear ambition to bring something new to our offer when developing our Scania Mirror View Camera System,” says Peter Hellberg, Product Manager at Scania Accessories. “By placing the camera unit at the door, just below the side window, the connection between what the camera sees and what the driver will experience in the display

become natural and instinctive compared with having the camera positioned elsewhere on the cab.” A truck with SMVC will offer a vastly improved view round the A-pillars, an obvious advantage when manoeuvring in tight junctions and busy urban areas. Viewing the 12.3-inch, highresolution displays is easy since they are positioned at the A-pillar, so that it only takes minor eye movements to get the full picture. “It is easy to adapt the camera system to fit different vehicle combinations in a natural way,” says Hellberg. “And without the traditional mirrors,

the field of view beside the A-pillars clearly increases.” In dusk and night-time conditions, Mirror View will improve the sightlines without disturbing the driver’s night vision. The system is in fact capable of softening the glare from direct light from traffic behind the vehicle, reducing the possibility of unwanted light being presented in the display. The design of the camera cowlings (which can be painted to fit the truck) has been thoroughly tested from an aerodynamic perspective, to minimise air drag. The cowlings are foldable, have an efficient drip list to prevent the rain from clouding the driver’s view, and the lenses are heated for taking care of elements such as fog, snow and ice. “All in all, this solution brings added customer value, increased safety and premium feel, regardless of whether it is being ordered for a new truck or retrofitted on an existing one,” says Hellberg. Initially this solution will be offered as an accessory, and work is ongoing to secure the approvals and installation routines required to gain acceptance from the UK authorities.

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RENAULT TRUCKS ROAD TO ALL ELECTRIC & SUSTAINABILITY GATHERS MOMENTUM With government seeking a 15% reduction in truck emissions by 2025 and 30% by 2030, Renault Trucks UK & Ireland are well on the road to exceeding those ambitious targets thanks in part to its fully electric Z.E. range of trucks, as we learned at a recent roadshow hosted by Diamond Trucks at the Hilton Hotel in Templepatrick.

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During the event, Andrew Scott, Head of Electric Mobility and Product Development for Renault Trucks, outlined the manufacturer’s programme of action going forward to achieve net-zero by 2030; that’s 20 years ahead of the government’s own ultimate target of 2050. Over the last 10 years, Renault Trucks electric vehicles have notched up over one million kilometers of road tests and over the

next three years the manufacturer expects 10% of its sales of trucks 12 tonnes and over will be fully electric, one reason why operators need to start now to put in place on their premises an electric supply infrastructure that can cope. Imagine having to charge up, say, a fleet of 50 trucks overnight! While electric trucks may currently come at a higher price, it is anticipated that there will be up to a 50% reduction in actual operating costs over the vehicle’s lifetime.

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Renault Trucks’ Z.E. line-up ranges from 3.1 to 26 tonnes and from 2023, an all-electric Renault Trucks offer will be available for each segment, namely distribution, construction and long distance. During the Templepatrick roadshow there were three Renault Z.E. electric vehicles on display - D16 ZE with a Bevans box body, D26 Wide ZE Low Entry Cab with a C.P Davidson “Titan X4” refuse body, and a Master ZE 3.5 tonne Cage tipper with a P.D Stevens body.

Battery Life A question that regularly comes up when people are considering buying an electric truck is battery life. Batteries are generally guaranteed by the manufacturers for a certain lifespan, which varies according to the use of the vehicle. But what about the actual performance levels of the batteries over their service life?

Electric truck batteries are designed to last and stand the test of time. Their lifespan is expressed in terms of the number of charge cycles, with one cycle representing a complete discharge followed by a full recharge. From their first day, and throughout their service life, the efficiency of batteries slowly and progressively decreases; this is referred to as ageing. A battery’s capacity loss results in performance levels that gradually and irreversibly decline, leading to a loss of range and a loss of vehicle power. However, Renault Trucks is the only manufacturer of electric vehicles that provides a contractual commitment as regards the performance of the batteries fitted on its range of electric vehicles. In concrete terms, whereas other manufacturers only guarantee to provide a battery in working order, Renault Trucks undertakes to provide a battery in working order and whose performance is contractually guaranteed to meet its application needs.

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The battery storage capacity of the Renault Trucks electric Master has been increased from 33 to 52 kWh. This new capacity extends the vehicle’s City Cycle range up to 244km under WLTP regulations, with an anticipated real world range of up to 190km. With a fast charger, the Renault Trucks Master Z.E. is now 80% charged in two hours and reaches full charge in just three hours.

vehicle is guaranteed for three years or 160,000 km and the battery guaranteed for eight years or 160,000 km.

Low Entry Cab The D Wide Z.E. Low Entry Cab model, meanwhile, has been specially designed to meet the requirements of the household waste collection sector, facilitating the work of the operators and by optimising their safety, comfort and, ultimately, efficiency. The Renault Trucks D Wide Z.E. LEC is equipped to allow operators to access the vehicle effortlessly and safely. The cab entry is 200mm lower than in a standard distribution truck and features a single non-slip step and doors that open at 90°. This significantly reduces crew fatigue from getting in and out of the cab more than 100 times per round. The low position of the cab provides excellent direct vision for drivers, leading to optimum protection for vulnerable road users. For increased visibility, Renault Trucks recommends additional side windows positioned at the rear of the cab, which are available as an option. The spacious cab of this all-electric truck can accommodate the driver and up to three additional crew members. Its optional flat floor allows for freedom of movement inside the vehicle and allows for boarding and alighting on both the left and right sides.

With zero emissions in use, the Renault Trucks Master Z.E. is ideal for entering city centres, even in urban areas with traffic restrictions. In addition, the Renault Trucks Master Z.E. enables drivers to operate in cities quietly and efficiently.

Also on display on the day was a 16 tonne Renault Trucks D Z.E, which has been designed for the distribution of goods in cities and has a range of battery capacities from 200 to 400 kWh. It is suitable for traditional distribution assignments and comes in a range of bodywork types.

It is currently available in three models - van, chassis cab and platform cab - in addition to the wide range of approved conversions including minibus, MEWP and OptiTipper. With eight versions, three lengths and two heights, the

As we mentioned, making the switch to electric can be rather daunting, but Renault Trucks and Northern Ireland dealer Diamond Trucks are clearly ideally placed to help operators choose the best way forward.

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Carlos Rodrigues, Managing Director, Renault Trucks UK & Ireland and Gerry Marshall, CEO, Recycling Lives.

Recycling Lives and Renault Trucks sign contract to deliver the UK’s first 100% electric 18 tonne D Wide Z.E. skip loaders.

Recycling Lives Electrifies Waste Transport With UK’s First Z.E. Skip Loaders In a significant step towards the decarbonisation of waste collection and transport, Renault Trucks has announced the signing of a contract with national waste recycling specialist Recycling Lives to deliver the UK’s first two 100% electric 18 tonne D Wide Z.E. skip loaders.

Gerry Marshall, Recycling Lives’ CEO, commented on the partnership. He said: “A significant driver for our business is innovation. These vehicles are an industry first, and they’ll be a standard element of our fleet over time.

Joining Recycling Lives’ specialist skip handling fleet, the two D Wide Z.E.s will be located at the Recycling Park in Preston, employed in daily operations servicing commercial and household clients.

Gerry Marshall continues: “The vehicles have been specifically designed for us to deliver optimum operational efficiencies, and it was critical for us that we partner with an international organisation that matches our values and our ambitions.

The vehicles are a result of a project where Recycling Lives worked with Renault Trucks to co-design a bespoke electric skip loader vehicle.

“A fundamental aspect of moving over to an electric fleet was that our innovations will provide environmental benefits to our customers too.

“We’re committed to minimising our impact on the environment as the company evolves to offer more circular economy solutions. Replacing our transport fleet with electric vehicles and more sustainable fuel solutions is vital in that transition.” Recycling Lives’ purchase decision follows the successful trial of a 16 tonne Renault Trucks D Z.E. demonstrator in July which provided an opportunity to evaluate performance and effectiveness for electric vehicle applications in the fleet. Additionally, Renault Trucks’ enhancement of the D and D Wide Z.E. range, with the introduction of an 18 tonne D Wide Z.E. model and extended range of wheelbases, provided the payload and manoeuvrability required for skip handling vehicles. Carlos Rodrigues, Managing Director of Renault Trucks UK & Ireland said: “Not only does this mark a significant step on the road to net zero for waste transport and skip loaders in particular, this order for two trucks also speaks volumes about the performance of the D Z.E demonstrator in operation, and Recycling Lives’ confidence in electric vehicles playing a key role in their current and future fleet.”

Metso Outotec introduces versatile portfolio of magnetic separators Metso Outotec is introducing its versatile magnetic separators portfolio consisting of wet and dry Low Intensity Magnetic Separators and High Gradient Magnetic Separators. The portfolio caters to a wide variety of applications with the separators’ flexible modular design, enabling superior separation selectivity and improved recovery of fine and ultra-fine particles. “We have a long history in magnetic separation, and we

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delivered the first separator back in the 1890s. Since then, we’ve developed and delivered thousands of magnetic separators worldwide. We are continuously developing our products securing our position at the forefront of the magnetic separation industry,” says Jan Jirestig, Product Manager, Magnetic Separators, Metso Outotec. Metso Outotec High Gradient Magnetic Separators (HGMS) are designed to recover weakly magnetic material from non-magnetic matter and can be used for many

applications including the processing of iron ores, rare earths and other weakly magnetic minerals, which are not normally treatable by ordinary magnetic separators. The Low Intensity Magnetic Separators (LIMS), which are designed to recover magnetic material from non-magnetic matter, are part of Metso Outotec’s Planet Positive product offering. The separators use physical separation and don’t require chemicals in the process. The Low Intensity Magnetic Separators feature modular design with several

frames and process tank designs and use a common magnetic drum for ease of selection of the best machine for each individual application. Metso Outotec’s offering also includes the SLon Vertically Pulsating High-Gradient Magnetic Separator (VPHGMS), which effectively processes fine, weakly-magnetic minerals. The units are wet, high-intensity magnetic separators that use a combination of magnetic force, pulsating fluid, and gravity to process minerals. https://www.metso.com/

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Terex Materials Processing Launches ‘Terex Recycling Systems’ for the sorting and separation of various waste streams.

Terex Materials Processing has launched Terex Recycling Systems, which will design and build modular recycling products that can be combined to provide customers with a tailored, “one stop shop” to meet their recycling needs.

Products will include feeding, modular conveying systems, trommel screens, vibrating screens, metal separation, air separation and manual sorting. “The modularity of our solutions will make our systems quick and easy to install and keep installation costs to a minimum - without compromising on performance or reliability. This approach will also add flexibility for the end user to adapt and grow the system as their business and market demands change,” Kenny added.

Terex Recycling Systems supports Terex MP’s growth strategy to expand its offering in the environmental industry with products that complement the existing portfolio. Kenny Hull, Commercial Product Manager, Terex Recycling Systems, said: “As Terex looks for opportunities to drive our business forward, the rising urgency to deal with waste globally continues to present enormous potential. Terex MP already has significant and expanding global presence in the waste recycling industries with our existing environmental lines—

Terex Ecotec and CBI. However, we see a need for products that require a more project focused sales approach compared to traditional machinery sales.” Terex Recycling Systems will initially focus on construction &

demolition and commercial and industrial waste applications. The range, which is currently in its first phase of product development and due for release early 2022, will include several modular products than can be combined to create stationary systems

Terex MP plans to sell the new product range through its extensive distribution network, with its established dealers providing local project management and aftersales support and ensuring end users get the best possible support and most competitive offering.

More Than Half of All Recycling in Northern Ireland Sent for Composting for both food and garden waste is of increasing importance – especially when we branch away from looking only at the impact on landfill diversion and start thinking about how we’re combating the critical issues of both soil health and carbon capture as we step up efforts in the battle against the climate emergency.

Well over half of all household material sent for recycling over the three months to June this year was composted, according to a government report. The figures were contained in the quarterly Northern Ireland Local Authority Collected Municipal Waste Management statistics produced by the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency (NISRA).

“Organic and peat-free compost is a critical weapon in the fight to return organic matter to heavily farmed soils, create greater growing sustainability locally and for reducing the use of peat in horticulture – with the massive carbon savings that also entails.

Of all household waste, 29.3% was sent for composting over the period, accounting for around 56% of all reported household recycling from local authorities Responding to the data, Colm Warren, Chief Executive of Natural World Products (NWP), which converts discarded organic material from households across Northern Ireland into organic and peat-free compost, said: “It is of course welcome that more than a third of household waste recorded in the period was composted, making up well over half of all material recycled. “However, there is significant scope for this figure to be increased with a greater and concerted push from authorities to drive up recycling rates of household organics, including garden waste. More

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Colm Warren, Chief Executive of Natural World Products.

regular collection of brown bins and food waste may be an obvious thing to explore – especially if residual bin collections are to be reduced in frequency for example. “Reminding residents of the critical importance of using their brown bins

“Every householder in Northern Ireland has a role to play in that battle – let’s be a worldleading example of what a tangible and local circular economy can actually look like.” NWP is headquartered in Belfast with additional recycling facilities in Antrim, County Armagh, and County Down. Food and garden waste processed by NWP is converted into high quality organic compost which is used by councils, agrigrowers and the horticultural sector across Northern Ireland and further afield.

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Engineering excellence in trailer redesign A County Armagh engineering company is using the skills and knowledge of its expert craftsmen to redesign trailers to support the recycling and recovery of waste. Re-Gen Waste’s sister company Re-Eng is based outside Newry, and Engineering Manager Glyn Gee says that the work undertaken has produced trailers that look as they would, arriving new, from any leading trailer manufacturer. “Our team of 10 designers, welders, fabricators and painters have worked effectively to produce trailers which meet health and safety requirements, are of a high specification and meet the needs of our customers,” explains Glyn. “In addition, eight external contractors are involved in assisting with fabrication and painting. In total, the18 jobs add approximately £630,000 to the local economy every year.” “We struggled to find trailers which were strong enough to suit the requirements of Re-Gen, so we decided to make our own to our bespoke requirement. We have standardised our design, production and processes, and the re-engineered trailers look like new equipment straight off the manufacturing line. Our designers created a superior framework with increased strength and functionality to add to a strengthened flatbed. “Additionally-supported curtains and new strengthened doors and door furniture all add to the overall makeup of these trailers. Side guards, access ladder and walkway were fitted as extra safety features. Each trailer was spray painted in the company colours, and new lights and crash barriers were added.” The company has refreshed 66 trailers to date and Glyn says that working with local trades people and tarpaulin cover manufacturers has made the process run smoothly.

“The re-engineering of the trailers has been an interesting and important project. Having excellent working relationships with local suppliers providing high quality materials and additional support has added value to the work we are doing in Ballard. We are also fortunate to have two enthusiastic apprentices on site who have contributed to the project.” Conor Muckian, from Newry, recently passed the first year in Higher Level Apprenticeship in Mechatronics at Southern Regional College. “I was invited into Re-Gen Waste for an induction day where I was shown the plant, taken on a tour of the different sections and talked through the apprenticeship programme,” says Conor. “It was interesting finding out how the company completes the recycling processes and how the in-house engineering department is very important to the facility at Carnbane

Industrial Estate. I have been involved in every area of engineering from design to fabrication and I feel that this has really helped me understand the processes.” Jack Murphy, who is also from Newry, is studying Mechatronics while working four days each week. “I’ve learnt so much about the design and fabrication process and have had hands-on experience in making different things. Since I started working for Re-Gen, I have been given the opportunity to use mills, lathes, press breaks and plasma cutters that I would have not otherwise get to use. “Every day is different, and I’ve never been bored doing the job. It is, mostly, a relaxed environment but at times I have deadlines to work to in get tasks completed.”

Newry MD appointed to Advisory Committee on Packaging Managing Director Joseph Doherty of Re-Gen Waste has been appointed to the UK’s national packaging advisory committee. The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs’ (Defra) Advisory Committee on Packaging brings together industry expertise with a specific interest in packaging and packaging waste, including businesses which have legal obligations under the Producer Responsibility Obligations. It advises and makes recommendations to the UK Government to assist with policy

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development on packaging reuse, recovery and recycling. It also looks at the possibilities in maximising the economic, environmental and social benefits of the reuse, recycling and recovery of packaging waste and EU requirements that apply. Deep Sagar, Chair, of the ACP, said, “I was happy Joseph accepted this appointment. He has long and deep experience that will help us, especially to do with waste collection and recycling. He will bring insights around Northern Ireland to round off the committee’s expertise.

“Our job is to combine views from packaging, waste and recycling industries with those of local authorities so that policies of all four Joseph Doherty. UK administrations are appropriate. Joseph’s hands-on and we’ve seen the same knowledge will be very valuable.” advances replicated in our Joseph adds, “I’m honoured to join the Advisory Committee on Packaging and thank Deep for making me welcome. Finding out about developments across the UK has been enlightening

business in Newry. I’m looking forward to providing advice and information to the Committee.” Joseph’s appointment runs until 31 December 2023.

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VOLVO LAUNCHES WORLD’S FIRST VEHICLE USING FOSSIL-FREE STEEL Volvo Group has unveiled the world’s first vehicle made of fossil-free steel from SSAB – made in Volvo Construction Equipment’s facility in Braås, Sweden. More vehicles will follow in 2022 in what will be a series of concept vehicles and components using fossil-free steel from SSAB. The machine, a load carrier for use in mining and quarrying, was unveiled at a green steel collaboration event in Gothenburg hosted by Melker Jernberg, President of Volvo CE, and Martin Lundstedt, President and CEO Volvo Group. Melker Jernberg says: “Our ambition is to have fossil-

free steel used across all our products, with a step-by-step approach. This machine is proof that we really can make fast progress, when we work together in strong partnerships, when we are determined to act and we enable our skilled people to contribute to building the world we want to live in. Not only for our generation, but for generations to come. Our team in Braås is understandably proud to help make this innovation happen.” With a commitment to be climate-neutral and achieve net zero value chain greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, Volvo Group is on the path towards

developing sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions of the future. Along with the electrification of its vehicles and machines, Volvo says it is determined to reduce the carbon footprint of its entire supply chain and this latest innovation is one step forward on this path. “Having the world´s first actual vehicle made using SSAB´s fossilfree steel is a true milestone. Our collaboration with Volvo Group shows that green transition is possible and brings results,” says Martin Lindqvist, President and CEO at SSAB. “Together, we will continue reducing climate impact all the way to the end customer while

ensuring that our customers get high-quality steel. We look forward to continuing to work with Volvo Group in research and development to produce more fossil-free steel products.” A move toward green steel is an important step for Volvo Group, as well as for the transport and infrastructure industries as a whole, particularly considering that around 70% of a truck’s weight comes from steel and cast iron, with the figure for Volvo machines even higher. This first concept machine, produced at Volvo CE’s facility in Braås, is just the start, with smaller-scale series production planned by 2022, and mass production set to follow.

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New Komatsu PW98MR-11 Wheeled Midi Excavator Unveiled Komatsu has unveiled its latest generation PW98MR-11 tight-tail wheeled midi excavator, first versions of which are now available to order.

0.282 m3 bucket capacity, class leading compact size and what Komatsu calls its ‘unrivalled lifting performance’.

Bridging the gap between compact and construction-sized machines, it is aimed firmly at those working in the utilities sector and in confined space applications such as narrow alleys, road construction sites and sewer construction work.

A swing boom design makes it attractive for digging parallel to buildings or barriers, while a protected two piece boom cylinder allows for safer truck loading operation. A standard 100% differential lock on both axles provides direct traction and enhanced jobsite mobility when working on slippery and uneven surfaces.

Said by Komatsu distributor in Ireland, McHale Plant Sales of Rathcoole and Birdhill, to offer improved efficiency, operator comfort and fuel consumption compared to the ‘Dash 10’ model it replaces, other key features of the 10-tonnes unit are its

With no need for a complex SCR aftertreatment system, and no AdBlue refilling, the PW98MR-11 is a machine which McHale Plant Sales director, John O’Brien says will enable clients to ‘future proof their investment’.

With its EU Stage 5 compliant engine, it will appeal to emissions-sensitive customers wishing to demonstrate their environmental credentials when pitching for projects in crowded, built-up urban locations.

Further Enhancements to Mastenbroek’s CT12 Crawler Truck option to have a 360-degree surround camera view.

Mastenbroek recently showcased the latest version of its CT12 crawler truck; the 2022 model features several enhancements designed to make life easier for drainage contractors and operators working on pipeline and renewable energy projects. Mastenbroek has incorporated a larger, full-width, tipping hopper which reduces spillages when loading. The hopper is fully visible when the operator cabin is raised to its highest position and its variable speed conveyor provides a free flow discharge for aggregates of varying viscosity. As well as allowing the operator to place materials into trenches accurately, the hopper means the CT12 can be used as a dump truck to,

Mastenbroek has now mounted the hydraulic oil cooler independently to the engine radiator, with both have opening grills for easy access and cleaning.

for example, haul aggregate along pipeline rights of way. At the front of the CT12, Mastenbroek’s variable height, variable speed, 180-degree swing conveyor makes it easy for the operator to place backfill material directly into a trench or the hopper mounted on the trencher. A critical part of Mastenbroek’s design upgrade is operator

and service engineer access to the machine. A new frontmounted ladder provides easy access to radiator levels, with side-mounted wide-opening doors facilitating access to the CT12’s 248hp Volvo Penta D8 eight litre six-cylinder Stage 5 emission engine. Inside the ROPs and FOPs certified cabin, the layout of the operator controls have been improved, and there is now the

Mid-West Welcome for Government Housing Plan Leading Mid-West construction equipment distributor – Michael McHale, Chairman of McHale Plant Sales of Birdhill and Rathcoole – has added his voice to that of the Irish Plant Contractors Association, in welcoming the Dublin Government’s

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“The CT12 has been popular with agricultural drainage contractors for a long time. Over recent years we have seen more and more construction companies in the pipeline and renewable cable industries adopt the machine,” says Christopher Pett, Mastenbroek’s general manager. “With these latest improvements, which are based on customer feedback and our insights, we are aiming to increase the appeal of the CT12 still further.”

“The fear expressed by some commentators that skilled manpower shortages might be a constraint in bringing the plan to full fruition within the time period is one that the plant sector can help alleviate by the labour-

€4 billion annual plan to boost house construction over the next five years.

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Citing it as a ‘blue print’, from which providers to the sector can make their own plans and projections, proof that it will have a beneficial impact on the plant sector are already evident, Michael McHale said.

“This is especially true in the provision

technology and mechanisation can bring. of groundworks, site preparation and site services, and in the on-site handling of materials.”

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Enniskillen Recycling Centre benefits from £725,000 investment vehicles and contractors from the public areas by creating a separate entrance. There is also an increased number of receptacles to maximise the category and tonnage of material captured for recycling.

Environment Minister Edwin Poots has visited a Household Recycling Centre in Enniskillen to see improvements made following a £725,122 grant from his Department’s Household Waste Recycling Collaborative Change Programme. The funding was awarded to Fermanagh and Omagh District Council to modernise the Drummee Household Recycling Centre (HRC) in the town and brings the total invested by his Department so far via the Programme to almost £5million. Minister Poots welcomed the environmental and economic benefits the new improved facilities would bring: “I am delighted that Fermanagh and Omagh District Council secured this funding to improve the facilities at Drummee Household Recycling Centre. The former Centre was located on an old site with ageing infrastructure in need of redevelopment and equipment in need of upgrading. The changes are impressive and will no doubt assist the

Pictured with the minister at the official reopening of Drummee Recycling Centre are: Front row, (L-R) Anthea Owens, Recycling Education and Grants Officer, Fermanagh and Omagh District Council; Councillor Errol Thompson, Chair, Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, and Alison McCullagh, Chief Executive, Fermanagh and Omagh District Council. Back row (L-R): Brendan Ferguson, Contracts Manager, Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, John McCullagh, Head of Waste and Recycling, Celine McCartan, Director of Corporate Services and Governance.

public to further increase their recycling in a safe and more pleasant environment.” The new facilities will allow for an increase in the quantity and

quality of material collected for recycling and reuse. The improved site has separated the recycling facility from the landfill site, removing Council

89% of builders having to delay jobs, says FMB A shocking 89% of local builders have reported having to delay jobs due to a lack of materials or skilled tradespeople, according to the latest State of Trade Survey from the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). Adding to the pressure facing the industry, 97% of builders have reported skyrocketing material prices and expect this to continue into the last quarter of 2021, with 78% passing this increased cost on to the consumer. Builders have been forced to hit pause on some jobs, in the face of increasing difficulty to hire tradespeople, such as general labourers and plasterers, with 42% and 37% respectively of builders struggling to get them to a job. Despite a slight easing, near half of FMB members are also facing pressure to find carpenters/joiners and bricklayers. The FMB State of Trade Survey, which is released quarterly, is the only survey of its kind to track the experience of small to medium-sized (SME) construction firms in the UK. PLANT & CIVIL

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Delays and cancellations • 82% of builders have delayed jobs due to a lack of materials • 60% have been pressed pause due to a lack of skilled tradespeople • Combined, 89% of builders have faced delays due to either materials or skills shortages • 8% of builders have been forced to cancel jobs due to a lack of materials • 12% have been cancelled due to a lack of skilled tradespeople

Skills shortages • 42% can’t get hold of general labourers, up 6% on last quarter • 37% can’t hire plasterers, a rise of 6% on last quarter • 47% of builders are struggling to hire carpenters/joiners, down 6% on last quarter

By the end of the first full year at full operating capacity the Council estimate an additional 590 tonnes of recyclable material, including 115 tonnes of paper, plastics and glass will have been diverted from landfill. This should result in an estimated over 1,600 CO2 tonnage savings per year, equivalent to some £93k in estimated Carbon Savings per year. The Minister concluded: “Over the past few years we have seen an ever increasing positive and responsible public attitude towards recycling and it is important that we continue to collaborate with local councils and stakeholders to ensure this trend continues. By improving our recycling facilities we can ensure that the quality of our recycling improves, thereby reducing our landfill. This benefits both our economy and our environment.”

• 45% are struggling to hire bricklayers, a fall of 2% on last quarter

Price rises • 97% of builders are facing material price rises, with 93% expecting this to continue into Q4 • 77% of respondents have been forced to raise their prices in the past quarter Brian Berry, Chief Executive of the FMB, said: “This FMB State of Trade Survey shows a damning situation for the building industry, with 89% of builders facing delays and some cancelling work altogether, due to a lack of materials or skills. “The Government should tackle the growing skills gap. Effective efforts to help the haulage industry ease the supply of materials are also needed. This will help our members get back to building and help the post pandemic economic recovery. “Our data shows the combination of long delays and rising prices mean consumers are also starting to feal the heat. Changing quotes, delays to jobs, and price hikes may lead to some homeowners being pulled in by unscrupulous builders hoping to make a quick buck. A good builder is a busy builder and it is important to be patient when selecting the right person for the job.” Find us on

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NBS RELEASES FINDINGS FROM ITS ANNUAL DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION SURVEY A clear sign that digital methods are being fully embraced and that steps towards the Golden Thread are now coming into effect, providing a clear digital footprint.

NBS, the platform for connected construction information, has revealed its eleventh annual survey, now the Digital Construction Survey, previously the NBS BIM Survey. With over nine hundred respondents, this year’s report provides a more comprehensive picture of the sector’s digital transformation, along with BIM adoption levels, and day-to-day usage of technology.

Transformative Tech The construction industry has traditionally lagged behind others in the adoption of digital capabilities. The Digital Construction Survey asked respondents to rank how various essential technologies or ways of working will transform the sector for the better over the next five years.

With approaching three-quarters (71%) of respondents now using BIM, it’s fair to consider this approach now embedded across the sector, with adoption levels consistent for the past couple of years. The construction industry is now on board with technology and confident that it will help solve the challenges facing the sector, as demonstrated by eight in ten stating that digital technologies deliver a better-built environment, with three quarters (75%) saying that tech offers sustainability benefits. The forthcoming Building Safety Bill has forced safety to the forefront of the construction industry, and regulation requires a digital “golden thread” of information. This is an accurate, up-to-date digital record of all data required to maintain and operate a building. This includes how it was designed, built, and any maintenance. This log records all the processes, construction products used, and the decisions made in construction and operation. The golden thread covers information and documents as well as information management processes, all stored as structured digital information. While eight in ten (78%) respondents say they need to be working digitally and 70% say they need to have adopted BIM to make the golden thread a reality, only half (51%) are clear how they will do this. The golden thread process is made much easier with the data available through a digital twin. In addition, having a digital twin enables

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The top five are as follows, 1) BIM, 2) Cloud computing, 3) Offsite construction, 4) Digital Twins, 5) AR/VR mixed reality. access to all of the essential information in one place and allows for constant monitoring and maintenance of the asset. While three quarters (74%) of respondents believe that digital technology is helping create a safer built environment, digital twin adoption is still relatively slow, with only 16% having worked on a project that used a digital twin in the past year.

New Tech In the past twelve months, half the survey’s respondents have worked on an off-site project, a clear sign that a move to MMC is taking place, yet this figure shows there’s still work to be done if the government is going to embrace MMC on the scale it intends. Over a third (35%) already use immersive techs such as VR/AR, and a half (50%) plan to within five years. These figures could indicate that a switch to digital technologies that can improve data collection and analysis and safety is becoming the norm as construction sites continue to become digital tech ‘hotspots.’ The survey also reveals that over threequarters of the industry (77%) use cloud computing. This result is higher than previous year, compared to 42% in 2020.

Commenting on the survey’s results, David Bain, NBS’ Research Manager, said, “The adoption of new, digital technologies and ways of working should help to improve outcomes, so it is encouraging that 80% of built environment professionals agree that they are helping to create better buildings and places. Also, 75% say these innovations positively impact environmental sustainability, and 74% see them making a safer built environment. The industry also recognises the key role digital and BIM will play in realising the golden thread of information. “The use of cloud computing and blended working has become commonplace, but BIM has the most significant potential to transform the built environment for the better. BIM is now part of many people’s way of working (71%), with almost twothirds of these recognising it as being about better information management, not just software. However, there remain challenges in taking the benefits of BIM and digital to all parts of the industry.” Over 900 construction professionals took part in this year’s Digital Construction Survey, which included views from architects/engineers and other consultants (66%), contractors (13%), clients (9%), and suppliers (9%) in the UK and beyond.

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RITCHIE BROS LAUNCH ONLINE TOOL ‘ASSET VALUATOR’ A 20-ton excavator with 8,000 hours on the clock. The eight-year-old skid steer loader you’re looking to sell. Or that truck tractor you’ll need to replace soon. How much would they sell for in today’s market? With productivity at unprecedented highs in the industry and long lead times on new equipment, it’s a challenging time for many businesses to make calculated decisions to buy or sell machinery. Ritchie Bros. Asset Valuator (beta), a new tool from Ritchie Bros. Asset Solutions, is lending equipment owners and managers a helping hand. Rupert Craven, Ritchie Bros UK Sales Director, explains: “What makes this tool unique, is that users have instant access to millions of previously sold items from the world’s largest auction company and Europe’s largest machinery listing site. The algorithm provides a good price estimation that can be used when making decisions to buy or sell equipment.” The high utilisation and appetite to buy machinery continued

to be strong throughout 2021. A market survey conducted among construction businesses by Ritchie Bros. earlier this year, showed that 72% of the respondents expected to add machinery to their fleet in 2021. More than 90% indicated they expected older machines would need to be replaced. Price levels of construction machinery at Ritchie Bros. online auctions and marketplaces have soared 10-15% above last year’s

averages. It’s no surprise that equipment owners and managers are looking to adjust their fleet and need data and tools to help guide their decision making.

How it works The free online tool pulls historical data from various sources: Ritchie Bros. auctions, Iron Planet, Marketplace-E and Mascus. Using millions of previously sold items, the algorithm calculates average prices and estimates the value of your equipment.

After logging onto Ritchie Bros. Asset Valuator, users can search the database by brand, model, age, hours, mileage and more. For a more granular level of detail, customised searches can be made by region, country and sales channel, and users can compare current prices with those dating back up to two years – prior to pandemic pricing changes. There is also a useful currency converter to calculate market values in other currencies.

Tip of the iceberg The Asset Valuator tool is merely the tip of the iceberg in Ritchie Bros. Inventory Management System (IMS). Ritchie Bros. Asset Solutions is the Company’s web-based, mobile friendly software tool that empowers equipment owners to upload and track their own assets with real-time market valuations and effortlessly arrange disposition through multiple channels. To learn more about the Ritchie Bros., Asset Valuator or to register for free, visit www.rbassetsolutions.com/ rbassetvaluator

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USED EQUIPMENT MARKET CONTINUES TO EVOLVE BY PETER HADDOCK Ritchie Bros. will be holding its first auction of 2022 on 24th February, with visitors able to visit lots before the auction at its Maltby facility near Rotherham. It will also be its third anniversary since it moved to the site and began a major investment and transformation programme. This will be completed in 2022 when the final part of the project will see the creation of a new workshop facility. The 26-acre permanent home has enabled the expansion of the business leading to record-breaking auctions and, more recently, a push into selling agricultural and ground care equipment. Following the completion of its last auction of 2021 on 25thNovember, I caught up with Sales Director, Rupert Craven to find out more about the state of the market and his predictions for 2022. He comments: “2021 has been a very interesting year for the used equipment market as the plant sector has continued to face supply shortages of new equipment. This has driven up demand for used items, particularly those less than three years old

with low hours. We have also seen this demand profile changing the makeup of bidders, which has in-turn attracted more sellers. “Much like the previous year, there has continued to be high levels of growth in bidder numbers, particularly from individuals and businesses now engaging in our online auctions both as buyers and sellers. A good example of a customer doing this is L F Pearce & Son whose owner Derek Pearce sold a Cat D6N with us earlier this year. He has also bought equipment from us bidding using our app on his phone, whilst taking a break from operating on site. “This use of smartphones and connected tablets is a trend that keeps growing since we made the change to online only auctions in March 2020. By moving all lots to our timed auction system, we have made the bidding process the same for all those wanting to buy equipment. The system auto-extends the time bidders have to place another bid when a last minute bidder enters the auction.

“This has given buyers extra time to place another bid, compared to the period available through the more traditional auctioneer led process. Ultimately this has led to buyers having time to make decisions to secure equipment, whilst giving sellers every opportunity to achieve the best value from each lot. “And it’s not just used equipment that has been sold this year in our auctions, as we regularly sell new equipment. For example, in our last auction we sold two new Komatsu machines a D65PX-18EO dozer and a PC360LC-11EO excavator.These units are in high demand at the moment, with waiting lists for this type of equipment well into the latter half of 2022 already. “Other trends we have seen this year include ‘buying for the job’ and putting the equipment back into the auction or selling it directly back to us. Typically, this approach

2021 HAS BEEN A VERY INTERESTING YEAR FOR THE USED EQUIPMENT MARKET AS THE PLANT SECTOR HAS CONTINUED TO FACE SUPPLY SHORTAGES OF NEW EQUIPMENT.

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has been more common in other areas of the globe. However, with the demand for certain assets increasing this year like ADT’s, some units sold and returned to auction after six months of use, have made similar money. This was previously very rare and unheard of in the industry. But it really does reflect how the market has been disrupted and the impact of shovel ready projects like HS2 and National Highways that are limiting supply.”

WHAT COULD HAPPEN IN 2022? Says Rupert: “If the pandemic doesn’t further impact factories in 2022, there is an expectation that more equipment will come to the market next year, which will inevitably impact supply, demand and pricing. Winter is also a time when equipment returns from the job site and assessments are made to move assets on. We are already seeing that impact for lots being assigned to our next auction in February, with other sellers also opting to use our MarketPlace E always online platform. “As part of our support for plant owners and managers looking at potential asset disposals, we have recently launched our online free to use Ritchie Bros Asset Solutions (RBAS) suite. It includes an inventory management system linked to our new online Asset Valuator. Loading up assets into the system is a simple process, requiring standard information like the items year of manufacture, make, model etc. “Once items are uploaded, the system will automatically connect to our Asset Valuator. It incorporates all pricing data from our global platforms, including online auctions and our online selling platforms. Whenever we sell an item, the price achieved is added to this system with over two years of sales prices held in the database.

“For larger fleet owners, matching this information with our free monthly ‘Market Trends Report’, which shares insights on price trajectories, high demand locations, and historical comparisons, can also be useful in any selling decision making process. “For example, in our recent EMEA Q3 regional report, our team has focused on the Mini Excavator market. Their analysis shows the UK becoming the most active country in this segment in 2021, relegating the Netherlands into second place. It also highlights Kubota swapping places with Yanmar to become the top brand based on buyer inquiries. “When we look at the data, we can see the real-world impact of the reduced level of new equipment available in the market. It shows that we have sold 28% fewer mini excavators across all our selling platforms in the region, compared to the same period in Q3. “This is reflective of the high level of demand for equipment in this segment, and it is therefore no surprise that the median prices for these products have increased by 22% compared to the same time last year.

“Of course, some models and the hours of work they have clocked up are more popular than others. And this is where the RBAS inventory management system and Asset Valuator can help decision making. This is because you can compare prices based on both these parameters. And if your asset is already in the RBAS inventory system, you are just a simple click away from assigning it to one of our auctions or online marketplaces. “Although there is no crystal ball to see where prices will go in 2022, for me knowing when to sell is all about reading the data and getting into a selling mode before the market turns from what are historically high prices. “Similarly, it’s about finding the balance between realising asset values now, to be able to counter the inevitable price rises for new equipment. One thing is certain, online buying and selling of used equipment is set for another big growth period in 2022.” To find out more about Ritchie Bros Asset Solutions and to access the free Asset Valuator, visit www.rbassetsolutions.com

“For example, with popular units like Caterpillar 20 tonne excavators, which we sell a lot of worldwide, the Asset Valuator will collate the information available on the same models with similar hours to give an overall average sale price. This information will also reference the individual machines sold, to help sellers better understand the value that can potentially be achieved for each asset in a fleet.

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STEEL FRAME BUILDING DISPERSAL AUCTION ATTRACTS RECORD CROWDS AND BIDDERS Euro Auctions recent two-day ‘off site’ dispersal sale for Crossways Engineering in Blandford Forum, Dorset attracted record bidders and disposed of 100+ steel frame buildings, raw steel, timber, plant and engineering equipment; the mood of the sale was very upbeat, prices were strong, with the overall hammer total being £2.1 million. This highly anticipated auction included a live auction on Day #1 and a Timed Auction on Day #2. During the two days 750+ lots were disposed of, with a hammer total for the entire sale of £2.1 million, which split 50/50 between ‘floor bidders’ on the day, and ‘internet bidders’. Such was the interest in this sale and the global market reach of Euro Auctions, bidders from 35 countries registered to participate in this sale. However, it was the home market that bid harder and stronger than most, securing 95% of all lots sold, with the remainder of successful bids coming from the European Union. An educated audience of 1,100 bidders registered to take part, of which 547 registrations were from ‘first time’ bidders, new to Euro Auctions showing the interest in this highly anticipated sale. Over 100 steel frame buildings ranging from 30’ x 20’ up to 260’ x 120’ were fiercely bid for, exceeding the estimated value by a considerable margin, such was the mood of the bidding audience. With over 400T of raw steel, in various steel sections, and over 200 packs of timber, with a broad selection of forklifts, plant, vehicles and engineering equipment, this was a very specialist sale. Chris Osborne, Territory Manager for Euro Auctions, who was managing the sale explains the significance of this auction: “This sale was like the ‘perfect storm’, with markets and demand heightened, the timing and organisation between Crossways and Euro Auctions was perfect. Everything slotted into place beautifully, and an exceptional outcome was achieved, exceeding our expectations by around 25%. This auction exceeded the expectations of all involved. “Since we started marketing this auction my phone was flat out with enquiries from new and existing buyers wanting to register for this auction and know more about the

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buildings. The demand for steel framed buildings seems to have heightened this year particularly from the Agri sector, with this sale setting new market values for the price of steel frame modular buildings in the UK. “ Due to the results of this sale, I have had a number of new enquiries from other similar businesses wanting to sell steel buildings and other new manufactured items at upcoming Euro Auction sales.” This sale highlights the beauty and the convenience of the auction, where fabricators and suppliers can sell volume very easily and be confident with the reach that Euro Auctions has, achieving a true market value for the items. Buyers have vast choice in one place, can complete the sale and take the item away the very next day.

Marking Retirement Business partners and founders of Crossways Engineering Jonathan and Jim were delighted with the sale which was conducted to signify Jim’s retirement from business. Jonathan commented: “We have been selling our steel frame buildings at Euro Auctions sales in Leeds, Dromore and even Dubai for over five years, and I have always loved the simplicity of doing business and the ‘buzz’ the auction provides. So, it was our intention for Euro Auctions to officiate at the last sale for Crossways Engineering. The sale attracted a very specific audience who knew exactly what they were looking for.”

Jim went on to say: “It was a very memorable day for me as a fan of auctions I have always wanted to hold my own sale and as I approach retirement, this was indeed a fitting farewell to the business. “However, I was so impressed with the speed and efficiency of the Euro Auctions team that conducted the sale. They flew in, and with absolute confidence, took control, ran the sale and then departed without ceremony, as it was all in a day’s work. It was very exciting.”

‘Off-Site’ Sales With the market changing due to supply, demand, and new operating practices due to COVID, ‘Off Site’ sales present the perfect opportunity for consignors to sell all manner of equipment and machinery at an auction, such as the Crossways Engineering sale. Chris Osborne concludes, “The Euro Auctions team are experienced at valuing and cataloging lots, marketing to attract the right buyers and securing registrations for the final sale. Over the years we have worked in many sectors disposing of machinery and equipment for a multitude of businesses in agriculture, mining and quarrying, aggregates, rental and plant hire, contracting, construction and demolition. I don’t think there is a sector where Euro Auctions has not conducted an ‘off site’ sale.” For all upcoming sales visit the Euro Auctions website at www.euroeactionns.co.uk

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Calling All Shelvoke & Drewry Enthusiasts Shelvoke & Drewry enthusiast Belfast man Peter Johnston, who is the organising team leader, is intending to take seven vehicles to the event which is being held in conjunction with the British Motor Museum’s Annual Classic & Vintage Commercial Gathering of 11 and 12 of June, 2022, and he wants other lorry drivers to join him.

The British Motor Museum in Warwickshire will be the focal point for Shelvoke & Drewry’s centenary celebrations next June, marking 100 years since the manufacturer’s first specialised commercial vehicle hit our roads. Best known for its innovative waste collection vehicles, once the preferred choice of municipal authorities across Northern Ireland and the rest of the UK, the manufacturer has long since gone out of business, but many of its vehicles are still in use today. Based in Letchworth, Hertfordshire in England, the company was started in 1922 by Harry Shelvoke and James Drewry, with

their first production being the Freighter, followed by other refuse collection trucks such as the Fore, Aft Tipper, and the Revopak (pictured here) which used a huge revolving fork to compact refuse.

“If anyone would like to join us or even bring their own vehicle to the celebrations, we would be delighted to welcome them,” says Peter. “We plan to take the ferry from Belfast to Liverpool on Friday 10 June and return home again on June the 13 . Anyone who needs more information can contact me on 078 6086 8967.” th

MWS Equipment appoints USA partner to strengthen global expansion Washing solutions specialist MWS Equipment has appointed of Rock & Recycling Equipment, LLC as a new partner, adding the extensive range of MWS washing and classification equipment to their portfolio in New England.

Hampshire and Maine and will offer a full range of MWS equipment across multiple applications. Focused on providing complete project management services, they are the perfect partner to support MWS Equipment’s ongoing commitment to the US market.

Rock & Recycling Equipment represents the global brand in Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Vermont, New

Ben Frettsome, Product Line Director, MWS Equipment, said: “We are delighted to welcome the latest partner to our global team.

Rock & Recycling Equipment are renowned for their reliability, and reputation in the industry. We are confident that they will establish a leadership position for washing systems within the New England market.

and existing relationships

“Rock & Recycling Equipment’s place in our dealer network continues to reinforce our presence in the north-east region of the United States. Their team has broad experience

the expertise and specialized

with customers to provide excellent sales and support for our product lines. “MWS Equipment’s strategy is to partner with companies that have capabilities in wet processing equipment in order to deliver not just a product but a longterm solution to the customer.”

Mecalac further expands sales team with new UK appointment Mecalac has announced the appointment of Mike Poxon to the role of Regional Business Manager (UK & Ireland). With significant expertise in sales, operations and dealer management, Mike is set to further bolster Mecalac’s dedicated national sales team. With more than 30 years’ experience in the construction equipment sector, Mike is widely regarded for his knowledge, insight, relationships and proficiency. Before joining Mecalac, he was instrumental in the pan-European development of Honda Motor Europe’s Power Products distributor network. His career also spans numerous senior roles at a global construction plant manufacturer, driving sales, developing distribution networks and coordinating customer support in the UK, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, Africa and Oceania.

In his new role, Mike will be responsible for working closely with Mecalac’s extensive dealer network in the UK & Ireland to build strong relationships, drive continued growth across the region and further increase Mecalac’s market share. His skills and expertise, gained during an illustrious career, will prove pivotal. Comments Mike: “As the sector begins to bounce back from the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s an extremely exciting time to be joining the Mecalac team. A leading name in the compact equipment marketplace, Mecalac is renowned for its innovative product portfolio, globally acclaimed for each model’s capability and performance. Paul Macpherson, Commercial Director at Mecalac Construction Equipment UK, added: “With unparalleled market experience, Mike will prove a hugely valuable addition to our team. His passion, enthusiasm and expertise will help to drive long-term growth and customer loyalty across the UK and Ireland.”

Mike Poxon.

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CAT MOTOR GRADER COMBINES RELIABLE PERFORMANCE WITH LOW COST-PER-HOUR OPERATION Complementing the Cat motor grader offering, the new Cat 120 GC Motor Grader offers the right balance of highperformance features with reduced fuel consumption, low maintenance costs and easy-to-operate controls. Excelling in low- to medium-duty applications, the new 120 GC delivers reliable, low-cost operation in a range of applications that include government and municipal work, county road maintenance, and finish grading. Its powershift transmission and balanced machine design ensure appropriate drawbar power to the ground with the fuelefficient Cat C4.4 engine. Adapting engine power and torque to application demands, the 120 GC features electronic throttle control to improve grading productivity.

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for a consistent grade. Its transmission with torque converter eliminates the need for an inching pedal, so only throttle and brake pedals are required to simplify operation. The drive system’s no-spin differential automatically unlocks in the turn to eliminate required input from the operator. The parking brake automatically engages when the machine is in neutral and the service brake is disengaged. Built with long-life machine structures for reliable operation, the 120 GC’s standard drawbar circle moldboard increases durability with hardened circle teeth and replaceable wear inserts protecting main component structures.

With precisely matched engine power ranges for the standard rear-wheel drive and optional all-wheel drive, standard Eco mode operation increases fuel economy up to five percent, lowering owning costs. The hydraulic cooling fan, with optional reversing fan for high debris applications, only runs when necessary to further reduce fuel consumption.

This design stays factory tight to provide long-term precision grading, while the circle drive slip clutch option protects the drawbar, circle and moldboard from potential damage if the machine strikes an immovable object. Easy to maintain, the available Circle Saver option reduces daily greasing requirements and repairs to the circle and pinion. The grader’s new front axle design maximizes bearing life to minimize maintenance.

With its familiar steering wheel and lever layout consistent with the 120, 140 and 160K models, the efficient hydraulic system provides more precise and predictable control

A narrow machine width of 2.4 m (7.9 ft) plus cab choice of standard or lowprofile to reduce overall transport height to 3.12 m (10.25 ft) improves machine

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transportability. For operating comfort, the cab offers an option between mechanical or air suspension seat, while the control console and steering wheel easily adjusts to the operator’s preference. Pressurized to prevent debris entry, the cab’s optional HVAC system circulates fresh air to keep the windows from fogging A range of options are available to increase machine flexibility and meet specific customer requirements. The optional Digital Blade Slope Meter shows the operator the grade without relying on manual grade checkers. Available all-wheel drive increases traction and efficiency, while the increased engine power that comes with the option improves performance on slopes and with poor underfoot conditions. The 120 GC offers 3.0 m, 3.7 m, and 4.3-m (10 ft, 12 ft, and 14-ft) moldboard options to meet a range of road coverage requirements, and a newly redesigned mid-mount scarifier improves visibility to the attachment while decreasing overall machine length. Improving machine performance, the 120 GC features a common front bolster for a choice of front lift group, counterweight, or front blade option, which aids in spreading more material faster. The rear of the machine accommodates a ripper or tow hitch option.

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NORRIS takes delivery of first Cat® 302.7s in the UK National plant hire and equipment supplier, Norris Plant Hire & Sales Ltd, has expanded its fleet of Cat equipment with two 302.7 mini excavators from exclusive Caterpillar® dealer, Finning UK & Ireland - continuing its trend of being at the forefront of new technology by ordering the latest machines as they are announced in the UK. Offering one of the largest selections of Cat machines for hire in the East Midlands and the UK, Andy Norris from Norris Plant Hire has always been one of the first to invest in the latest models that are announced by Caterpillar. In recent years, Andy has purchased the UK’s first Cat 306s, 310s, and now, the 302.7s, firmly placing him at the front line of new technology and machines. The investments mean Norris Plant Hire’s fleet has increased to 44 next-gen machines and new models in 2021 — a mix of 301.6s, 301.8s, 306s, 308s and 310s — with another 50 units ordered for 2022. The latest 302.7s recently delivered have already been sent out

on site with S.D Staples Plant Hire, who is currently working on a project in Bottesford. “Reliability is one of the biggest factors when choosing machines for the hire fleet, and we’ve found that is guaranteed with Cat equipment,” said Andy Norris, Managing Director of Norris Plant Hire. “The build quality of the next-gen excavators is second to none, and it means that we can have 100 per cent confidence in the product before it goes out to site. We

a great looking machine, which is always a bonus. The cab is spacious for a mini excavator, and the whole machine is userfriendly with easily controlled levers and control panel. It’s a great machine in terms of speed for both travelling and digging with plenty of power behind it. To excavate with, you can be as precise and gentle as you could ever need to be, making it ideal for tricky excavations”.

rarely hear of any problems that arise from operating the Cat machines due to their high specification and quality.”

“We’ve worked closely with Norris Plant Hire and Andy for the last 13 years,” said Jake Wright, National Account Manager at Finning UK & Ireland. “The variety of machines that the company has invested in means that their customers will always have the perfect Cat machine for their project, as well as reaping the benefit of the latest Cat technology and features. We’re looking forward to continuing to work with Andy to keep Norris Plant at the forefront of the plant hire industry.”

“Norris Plant Hire’s new 302.7s were dropped on site for our project recently to work on groundworks and drainage at an industrial unit,” said Simon Staples of S.D Staples Plant Hire. “I’ve hired Norris Plants Cat 301.8 before and really rated the machine, so I was looking forward to operating the 302.7, and it hasn’t let me down — it’s

Norris Plant Hire’s 302.7s, the newest in the range of Caterpillar’s next generation of mini excavators, are equipped with features such as auto-idle, auto engine shutdown, and efficient hydraulics with a variable displacement pump designed to help operators in a wide range of applications, delivering power and performance in a compact size.

HAE Showcases New Safety Alliance to business caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. Now the association has aligned with an umbrella organisation that helps remove red tape in the supply chain.

Providing the safest possible working environment for hire and construction operations is crucial for sectors that play such a vital role in the UK economy. However, it comes at a cost – financial and time – which is why cross-recognition between member safety schemes is much more productive. Hire Association Europe’s (HAE) membership with SSIP (Safety Schemes in Procurement) aligns its SafeHire Certification Scheme with government backed construction pre-qualification modules within PAS 91. This provides an improved benefit for those members that can not only demonstrate SafeHire compliance but also satisfy SSIP’s core criteria. HAE promoted SafeHire and the new alliance with SSIP at this year’s Safety in Construction Show, the UK’s premier trade show for safety products in the construction and related industries. SafeHire is in demand from the industry as it enables customers to approach tool and plant hire companies with confidence. It proves a firm’s competence in upholding high standards in health, safety,

SSIP reduces duplication and demands on suppliers who have multiple certifications to different schemes, saving them time and money and allowing more focus on day-today operations. As the construction industry is more regulated than ever, HAE says having SafeHire certification and SSIP approval is a simple way to prove hire businesses take health and safety assessment seriously.

environment and quality of equipment as well as a highly-trained workforce.

HAE’s Director of Certification Services, Carl Bartlett, says: “SafeHire and SSIP are not just for large organisations, but also for SMEs. SafeHire is a robust industryspecific standard designed by the industry for the industry, and achieving SafeHire certification and SSIP approval will help businesses secure more opportunities.

Since its introduction, SafeHire has been a key feature of HAE’s support for members through thick and thin for over 10 years, especially through the turbulent transition of trading with the European Union after Brexit and then the significant disruption

“As all SSIP members agree to mutually recognise each other’s schemes, so procurement departments should as well. The whole purpose is to remove bureaucracy and reduce costs associated with the different schemes.”

Carl Bartlett HAE, Director of Certification Services.

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Liebherr Expansion Leads to Major Order for ADT’s The company that placed the UK’s

Thomas Plant Hire of North Wales has

biggest order for Liebherr’s new

struck a deal that will see it become one

articulated dump trucks won’t be

of the country’s biggest users of Liebherr

driving them very far…the vehicles

earthmoving equipment. As well as seven of

will be working on the expansion of

the recently launched TA 230 G8 dump trucks,

the manufacturer’s UK headquarters.

the 21-million-pound package includes 16

dozers and 17 excavators. Deliveries have started and will continue into next year. The trucks will be employed in muckshifting duties on the 15-acre site of Liebherr GB’s new facility adjoining its existing nine-acre complex in Biggleswade, Bedfordshire. Work will begin soon following delays caused by Covid-19 and the investment will ensure the company has the resources and capacity to support continued growth in the UK. Family-owned Thomas Plant Hire was founded in 2000 and has a network of five depots in addition to its Caerwys head office. It has run an L 566 XPower wheeled loader in the fleet for some time and Managing Director Wyn Thomas has been impressed. ‘Our existing loading shovel has been a very reliable tool with back-up to match so at an early stage in our expansion plan for 2021 we sat down with the team from Liebherr to discuss what they were able to do for us.’ ‘Where some manufacturers were saying they had little or no capacity, Liebherr had stock available and capacity in their manufacturing programme to fit in our requirements. The early arrivals on the fleet have been accepted very well by our in-house teams, our clients and our operators and are proving to be the machines we expected them to be. They are all returning excellent fuel figures and are also very reliable, both points being important to our bottom line.

Official handover of Thomas Plant Hire’s first TA 230 Dump Truck. Left to right: Daniel Sullivan, Gwyn Thomas and Wyn Thomas of Thomas Plant Hire; Lee Palmer, Richard Gee and Michael Atkinson of Liebherr GB

‘We are very confident in the Liebherr products and that shows, with us being the first company to order them. They look like very well-built trucks and will slot into our operations very well. We look forward to continuing our good relationship with the Liebherr team as time goes on.’

Speedy and B&Q Roll-Out National Partnership to Meet DIY Demand Speedy and B&Q have formally extended their partnership which offers tool hire to DIY customers. The partnership builds on an initial trial and will enable customers across the UK to hire the latest high quality tools and equipment from Speedy stores within B&Q, for their home improvement projects. B&Q says it is committed to making it easier for customers to improve their homes and make life better. Partnerships are an essential part of this, with shop-in-shop and concession partnership models enabling B&Q to adapt quickly to changing consumer demands in order to get closer to customers and ensure that their needs are met. The Speedy Hire partnership demonstrates the pace, scale and agility that’s central to B&Q’s growth strategy. The Speedy in-store outlets will provide B&Q customers with access to the firm’s national four-hour delivery promise on its 350 most popular products. These range from angle grinders, floor sanders, hammer drills and mixers to tower scaffolds, generators, lighting and dust extraction

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units, and can be ordered in time to enable DIYers to get on with the job same day. Speedy has seen rising demand for hire from B&Q customers since the start of the trial last summer. Hiring a wide range of tools and equipment enables homeowners to be more confident and ambitious with their DIY, and provides them with a convenient and accessible way of completing improvement projects where buying bigger ticket DIY tools may not be feasible. With sustainability high on the agenda, hiring tools that would be used a handful of times and then stored away potentially destined for landfill will also benefit the environment, reflecting a more circular economy in the re-use of DIY tools and equipment. Speedy’s existing customers will also have access to the new trade counters 7 days a week to order and collect products, adding to its existing 200-strong national Service Centre network. The roll-out follows the successful trial in 16 B&Q stores with a further 23 in-store outlets scheduled to open by January.

Russell Down, Chief Executive, Speedy said: “Following a successful trial, we are delighted to announce this formal agreement to extend our partnership with B&Q. This new agreement demonstrates the power of the Speedy brand and our market leading customer service proposition. “We have seen growing demand from B&Q customers for our products since we opened our first in-store outlet last year, and we’re excited about supporting more DIYers up and down the UK as we continue to grow.” Chris Bargate, Director of Business Development, B&Q said: “We’re delighted to be rolling out tool and equipment hire service concessions to 23 more of our stores with Speedy, following a trial at 16 stores. “Our customers are continuing to adapt and change to new ways of living and shopping, and the Speedy concessions are just one way in which we’re making it easier for people to improve their homes.” “We’re excited by the potential re-use of our space to offer new services in store and the positive response we’re seeing from our customers.”

1995 Volvo L180C, PC700LC-8, Priced to Clear. 2014 Komatsu 10,500 Hours

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2007 CAT 330DL, 2014 Komatsu D155AX-6 Dozer, 8,000 Hours, Single Shank Ripper fitted. 13,000 Hours,

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2019 PC138USLC-11, 2,400 2016Komatsu Terex Fuchs MHL 250, Hours, Zero swing machine. 1,800 Hours

plant sales Specialist finance for the purchase of new and second hand assets Call us on 028 9517 0414 or visit www.closecommercialfinance.com Close Brothers Commercial Finance is a trading style of Close Brothers Limited. Close Brothers Limited is registered in England and Wales (Company No. 00195626) and it’s registered office is 10 Crown Place, London, United Kingdom EC2A 4FT.

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Colin Graham was delighted to hand over the super new Manitou MT1440 to Christopher Parke of Parkes Hire from Northern Lift Trucks.

6 new Takeuchi TB290 and TB250 collected by Kellys Point Hire Warrenpoint from Alan Milne Tractors Newry.

CW Plant in Co Mayo collecting their SY35 from Sleator Plant.

Daniel Connolly of EJC Contracts with new Epiroc MB750CL supplied by WAC McCandless Ltd.

New Metso Outotec LT1213S sold to Castle Quarry Crushing by McHale Plant Sales.

Bell B40E - R O’Donnell Plant & Civil Ltd sold by TBF Construction Machinery.

Hitachi ZX190W-6 - F K Lowry Plant Ltd, Belfast sold by TBF Construction Machinery.

New Hidromek 230 LC sold to Brophy Brothers construction.

New Case CX130D Long Reach supplied by Cowan Bros to DFI Rivers.

New Hidromek 230 LC sold recently to Liam Whelan Plant Hire in Waterford by Kelly’s Agricultural Machinery Ltd.

2 new Yanmar SV26’s for WT plant hire supplied by Crumlin Plant Sales.

Another New Yanmar SV26 for Monaghan hire supplied by Crumlin Plant.

FM Services collecting 2 x GS1932 E Drive and 2 x SLA15 from Sleator Plant.

Hitachi ZX135US-7 - Lynch Bros, Buncrana sold by TBF Construction Machinery.

Louise Crothers from RL taking delivery of another 2 x Manitou MT1840’s and an MI25D from Richard Sloan, Northern Lift Trucks.

New Case SR130 Skidsteer supplied by Cowan Bros to Drumard Dairies, Dungannon.

New Komatsu PC210LC-11 sold to Doherty Group by WAC McCandless Ltd.

A new Giant G2300xtra for Murphy Tree Services, From Ballyward Plant.

Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 - Patrick Leahy Plant Hire, Ballycommane sold by TBF Construction Machinery.

One of a package of new Komatsu PC228USLC-11 with Komatsu JTHB290 Breaker sold to Murphy’s by McHale Plant Sales.

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plant sales Unlock the value of your existing assets to support cash flow Call us on 028 9517 0414 or visit www.closecommercialfinance.com Close Brothers Commercial Finance is a trading style of Close Brothers Limited. Close Brothers Limited is registered in England and Wales (Company No. 00195626) and it’s registered office is 10 Crown Place, London, United Kingdom EC2A 4FT.

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New Merlo P40.17 Telescopic handler sold to Munster Joinery by McHale Plant sales.

New Case CX26C supplied by Cowan Bros to Clog Construction Ltd, Coalisland.

Islandview Plant Hire, Toomebridge recently added another Manitou 160ATJ to their fleet from Northern Lift Trucks.

New Komatsu PC360LC-11 sold to D`Arcy Sands Ltd by McHale Plant Sales.

Manitou MT1840 Easy delivered to PK Murphy, Dungannon from Northern Lift Trucks.

Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 - Noel Rooney, Sligo sold by TBF Construction Machinery.

New Case CX130D supplied by Cowan Bros to Jackie Scott, Castlederg.

A new Adler K600/180 sweeper for Sae Ltd, from Ballyward Plant Services.

Balloo collecting their 3rd Mecalac TA3SH from Sleator Plant.

A new Giant G3500Tele supplied to K Watson from Ballyward Plant Services.

New Takeuchi TCR 50 dumper sold to Power Grid Plant in Omagh by Alan Milne Tractors Newry.

New Dynapac D.One trench compactor supplied to EMA Civils by WAC McCandless Ltd.

New Takeuchi TB216 delivered to Creative Construction in Downpatrick by Alan Milne Tractors Newry.

New Yanmar VIO80 for SAEK supplied by Crumlin Plant Sales.

New Merlo Roto 50.26S PLUS sold to Comet Contracts Ltd by McHale Plant Sales.

New Case SR175B Skidsteer supplied by Cowan Bros to Sean Barrett, Dromore.

New Komatsu WA80M-8 ready for delivery to Clive Richardson Ltd from WAC McCandless Ltd.

New Case CX30C supplied by Cowan Bros to Glen O’Neill, Castlederg.

Hitachi ZX140W-6 x2 - McHugh Timber Products, Ballylane sold by TBF Construction Machinery.

A new Engcon EC204 for O’Neill Plant Hire, from Ballyward Plant Services.

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plant sales Spread the cost of new assets over a fixed period with hire purchase Call us on 028 9517 0414 or visit www.closecommercialfinance.com Close Brothers Commercial Finance is a trading style of Close Brothers Limited. Close Brothers Limited is registered in England and Wales (Company No. 00195626) and it’s registered office is 10 Crown Place, London, United Kingdom EC2A 4FT.

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A new Adler ABL 7.5 Drilling Mast supplied to PF Murphy & Sons from Ballyward Plant Services.

Wilson Drainage recently took delivery of this high spec, JCB 140XLCD with Front Dozer Blade from the team at Dennison JCB.

New Komatsu WA80M-8 Compact Wheel Loader sold to Sean Lynch by McHale Plant Sales.

A new Giant G1500xtra for Petersen Drilling, from Ballyward Plant Services.

Hitachi ZX225USLC-6 - Atmac Construction Ltd, Omagh sold by TBF Construction Machinery.

New Case CX130D supplied by Cowan Bros to A & T Contracts, Glenarm.

Mr Matt Hogg of Alan Milne Tractors delivering a new Takeuchi TB235 -2 to W. McCartan in Kilkeel Co Down.

New Komatsu PC228USLC-11 sold to Sutton Plant Hire by McHale Plant Sales.

John & Mark Dunlop from Bannview Dairy, Portadown are the proud owners of a brand new MLT635-105 PS Elite Spec from Northern Lift Trucks..

MMG Contracts took delivery of their Sany SY18 from Sleator Plant.

Hitachi ZX135US-7 & Bomag BW120AD-5 Master Plaster Enterprises Ltd, Armagh sold by TBF Thompson (Garvagh) Ltd.

A new Venieri 1.63TL for Denmin ltd, from Ballyward Plant services.

Patrick Maguire from Clerkin Elevation taking delivery of a Genie Z45FE and Genie GS1932 E Drive from Sleator Plant.

New Takeuchi TB235 delivered to Kilbroney Timberframe in Rostrevor Co Down by Alan Milne Tractors Newry.

New Merlo TF35.7-140 sold to Eoin O Sullivan in Meath by McHale Plant Sales Ltd.

New Komatsu PC26MR-5 and Komatsu JTHB20 Breaker sold to Ciaran Kelly by McHale Plant Sales.

Macwill Services collect FIRST, NEW MODEL Stage V JCB 56Z-2 in Northern Ireland from Dennison JCB.

Hitachi ZX26U-6 & ZX140W-6 - McBride Contracts Ltd, Kilrea sold by TBF Construction Machinery.

New Metso Lokotrack LT1213 sold to Scotts Quarry Dromore by McHale Plant Sales.

New Yanmar SV15 and Yanmar SV08 for Marley Hire supplied by Crumlin Plant Sales.

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A new Dieci Icarus 40.17 sold to Northland Developments in Newtownard Co Down by Alan Milne Tractors Newry.

Willie Auld from Galvally Developments taking delivery of their New Manitou MT1840 Comfort. This is their second Manitou this year.

Hitachi ZX225USLC-7 - McBride Contracts Ltd, Kilrea sold by TBF Construction Machinery.

New plant for PRO Hire including Yanmar SV18, Yanmar TC08 and 2no. New Ammann plates supplied by Crumlin Plant Sales.

New Komatsu WA470-8 Wheel Loader sold to Marrakesh Ltd by McHale Plant Sales.

Hitachi ZX135US-7 - Sampar Ltd, Ardee sold by TBF Construction Machinery.

New Epiroc HB5800CL sold to M&N Groundworks by WAC McCandless Ltd.

New Case CX30C supplied by Cowan Bros to D Tourish Groundworks & Construction Ltd, Donegal.

New Merlo TurboFarmer TF33.7 sold to John Murphy in Cork by McHale Plant Sales Ltd.

Hitachi ZX225USLC-6 - Parl Contracts Ltd, Downings sold by TBF Construction Machinery.

New Komatsu HM400-5 ready for delivery to Stanley Bell & Sons from WAC McCandless Ltd.

Mr JR Whitten collecting a new Dieci Mini Agri 26.6 from Mr M. McCrea of Alan Milne Tractors Newry.

New Komatsu PC210LC-11 recently sold to Mannok Build by WAC McCandless Ltd.

Hitachi ZX48U-6 - David Murphy Contracts, Armagh sold by TBF Construction Machinery.

A new Giant D254sw Tele supplied to MP Coleman by Ballyward Plant Services.

New Yanmar VIO80 for McLaughlin Contracts from Crumlin Plant Sales.

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