U.S. magazine Newsweek analyzed the world’s 500 largest publicly-traded companies to gauge how they fare on the environment. Together with research partners Corporate Knights Capital and HIP Investors Inc., it looked at indicators such as energy and water use, greenhouse gas emissions and waste recycling. Atlas Copco ranked 11th in...
Imagine a day when you can take wear measurement data you collect on a Cat® or competitive part and sync that data with your Cat dealer to receive an instant, reliable analysis. You can even get a quote, part shipment confirmation or an inspection appointment using one mobile tool. And...
A new report commissioned by The Big 5 has said that the value of contract awards for healthcare projects will increase by US$1.45 billion in 2015. According to the Ventures Middle East Onsite report, entitled GCC Healthcare Construction Market Outlook, around US$5.9 billion in contracts were awarded in 2014, but...
Basalt Rock Composite FZE has won the overall prize at the 2015 GAIA Awards for its basalt composite rebar at a prestigious award ceremony held during The Big 5 at Dubai World Trade Centre on 24 November 2015. The UAE-based company is currently exhibiting its innovative basalt products at Middle...
The new Cat® 307E2 expands the mini hydraulic excavator machine range to include an additional solution for the seven to eight metric ton weight class. The 37.7kW (50.3 hp) Cat C2.4 turbo engine (U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IIIB) and the High Definition Hydraulic System, which is load sensing...
Wacker Neuson presents new products and innovative solutions. Bringing the world of Wacker Neuson to life for customers and dealers: this was the aim of the “Wacker Neuson Universe” event. In September 2015, in a gravel pit near Munich, Wacker Neuson presented new products and innovative solutions, which could be...
The new Cat® 336F L/LN XE Hybrid stands in a class all its own with fuel efficient hybrid technology and a full suite of Cat Connect technologies to boost productivity and increase jobsite efficiency. The 336F L/LN XE Hybrid, replacing the 336E L/LN H Hybrid, features a Cat C9.3 ACERT™...
Husqvarna now introduces the new VARI-CUT™ blade. It is an affordable premium diamond blade designed to cut almost anything a general contractor comes across on a workday. It is a versatile, fast and durable diamond blade that cuts pipe and steel rebar as easily as bricks, blocks and concrete slabs....
Volvo Construction Equipment’s (Volvo CE) latest wheeled excavators, the EW160E and EW180E, are multi-tasking machines, designed to cater to all the operator’s needs on the jobsite. Both models can be tailored to suit customers’ precise specifications, with a whole range of flexible configurations that allow operators to change attachments quickly...
RIDGID micro LM-100 Laser Distance Meter The RIDGID® micro LM-100 Laser Distance Meter provides simple, quick and accurate distance readings at the push of a button. Simply push the measurement button to turn on the ultra-sharp Class II lasers, point the device at the spot to be measured, and push...
Atlas Copco has launched its new QLB 02 light tower, providing flexible lighting solution for events, public spaces and general construction requirements. With four 400W metal halide luminaires, the QLB 02 can safely and effectively illuminate an area of up to 2,000m2t. The new light tower provides complete flexibility by...
A new report commissioned by The Big 5 has said that the value of contract awards for healthcare projects will increase by US$1.45 billion in 2015. According to the Ventures Middle East Onsite report, entitled GCC Healthcare Construction Market Outlook, around US$5.9 billion in contracts were awarded in 2014, but...