Plant & Equipment



  • Re-flow embeds PAS 2080 into site workflows

    Re-flow has introduced a PAS 2080 carbon management module for its field management platform, using operational data from jobs, equipment, journeys, materials, and waste to support carbon estimation, reporting, and audit-ready workflows.


  • Develon brings smart excavators to Hillhead

    Develon will give its Series 9 DX360LC-9 and DX400HD-9 smart crawler excavators a UK debut at Hillhead 2026, with electronic hydraulics, AI-assisted safety, E-Stop technology, and productivity features aimed at quarrying and construction work.


  • Bachy and Kilnbridge launch urban delivery venture

    Bachy Soletanche and Kilnbridge have launched UrbanCore, an integrated ground-to-frame venture aimed at complex urban schemes where demolition, reuse, substructure, basements, reinforced concrete, and steel frames need tighter delivery control.


  • Finning invests in Cat engine testing

    Finning UK & Ireland is investing more than £200,000 in engine testing technology, strengthening rebuild capability at its Cannock operation.


  • PERI engineers bespoke Hinkley dome formwork

    PERI UK has delivered bespoke reactor dome formwork at Hinkley. The system used digital modelling, prefabrication, and tie-free platforms for complex concrete works.


  • Safety Shield launches Edge AI platform

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


  • QMS brings UK-built crushers to Hillhead

    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.


  • Hyundai opens Southampton PDI centre for UK machines

    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.


  • TRACTO launches compact GRUNDOMAT mole

    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 launches board and pipe carrier

    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.