Plant & Equipment

Safety Shield Global has launched Nexus, an Edge AI platform for higher-risk site environments.

QMS will showcase UK-built crushing equipment at Hillhead 2026. The company will display JB Series jaw crushers, B-Series cone crushers, wear parts, and minerals processing equipment.

HD Construction Equipment has opened a UK pre-delivery inspection centre at Southampton Docks, bringing final preparation for fully assembled Hyundai machines closer to UK dealers and customers.

Restricted-access trenchless work has gained a smaller option. TRACTO UK has launched the GRUNDOMAT 45 Extra Short mole, an 800mm soil displacement hammer aimed at compact spaces, short bores, and lower reinstatement work.

JLG Power Towers has introduced new accessories for low-level access platforms, targeting safer handling of boards, pipes, strut, and threaded rod during fit-out work.

JCB INTELLISENSE has won Hire Industry Product of the Year, recognising an AI camera-based pedestrian detection system for Loadall telehandlers.

GeoPura, the Port of Tilbury, Toyota, JCB, and supply-chain partners have demonstrated hydrogen production, refuelling, and site power applications linked to Lower Thames Crossing delivery.

Fluke has launched SmartTrace for connected underground utility locating workflows. The 2082 Series can trace buried services, detect faults, and pair with PointMan for geolocated digital documentation.

Raimondi has entered telecrawler lifting with the Terex TTC 70. The new crane line expands the group’s product range and targets compact, uneven, infrastructure, and energy sites.