Bedford-based ECL Civil Engineering Ltd has purchased two new Bobcat T86 compact track loaders with matching GPS controlled grading attachments from Versatile Equipment Ltd, the local Authorised Dealer for Bobcat throughout South East England. Over the last three decades, ECL has grown from being a groundworks services company to anContinue Reading
Metso announced yet another expansion of its Nordberg® HPe crusher series™, offering a comprehensive, scalable and energy-efficient solution for high-performance crushing in aggregates and mining applications. First introduced in 2023, the HPe series has quickly established itself as an industry leader. Now, just two years later, the lineup has grown toContinue Reading
Mega-projects in the construction sector typically demand an intense level of inputs over short periods, which can put significant pressure on supply chains that may be underdeveloped or unprepared. This makes it essential for South Africa to maintain and strengthen its capacity to deliver the expertise and materials needed forContinue Reading
The kilns are firing again—and with them, the economic hopes of a community. In the quiet town of Lobatse, southern Botswana, a decades-old industrial landmark is undergoing a remarkable renaissance. Lobatse Clay Works (LCW), a brick manufacturer that was once the cornerstone of Botswana’s construction industry, has been resurrected owing toContinue Reading
Komatsu has confirmed a partnership with Ouster, which will provide lidar sensors for Komatsu’s autonomous equipment offerings. It is understood that the companies have signed a multi-million dollar agreement. Under this agreement between Komatsu and Ouster, Komatsu’s autonomous solutions will be equipped with advanced 3D digital lidar sensors from Ouster.Continue Reading
Fischer Connectors, the global leader in high-performance connectivity solutions, has brought its worldrenownedSwiss engineering expertise to the universal USB-C standard. The Fischer UltiMate™ Series, thecompany’s flagship range for harsh environments, now includes a pre-cabled USB-C connector equippedwith Fischer Connectors’ new Ratchet Locking System (RLS). This connector provides unmatchedresistance to vibrationContinue Reading
Terex Recycling Systems has launched the TDS-820SE, a static electric low speed primary shredder designed for a range of applications including construction and demolition (C&D) waste, commercial and industrial (C&I) waste, wood waste, green waste, POPs, bulky waste, and municipal solid waste (MSW). The TDS-820SE features twin shafts with fullyContinue Reading
Hyundai Construction Equipment and Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, have announced the availability of the Leica MC1 3D machine guidance system as a retrofit option for the Next Generation of Hyundai excavators, specifically engineered to work seamlessly with Hyundai’s existing 2D sensors and calibration systems. This partnership underscores a shared commitmentContinue Reading
AfriSam’s Rapid Hard Cement is a product that transformed the construction industry with its unique characteristics and unparalleled benefits. Designed for projects requiring high early strength, AfriSam Rapid Hard Cement is engineered to significantly accelerate product manufacturing timelines. The locally produced cement boasts superior early strength, making it ideal forContinue Reading
Poor quoting practices and guesswork are eating into construction contractor profits and potentially leading to inferior construction and negative customer experience. This is according to Graham Alexander, Founder and Director at buildaid.co.za, who recently presented a workshop on How to Quote for members of the Master Builders’ Association (MBA) North. AlexanderContinue Reading
