Ashbrook Selects Euro Auctions as ‘Disposal Partner’ during Major Fleet Refresh Following £18m JCB Order
35 low-hour machines from Cheshire-based Ashbrook feature in Euro Auctions Leeds sale, 19–22 August Cheshire-based family business Ashbrook has selected Euro Auctions as its disposal partner as it undertakes a major fleet refresh following a record £18 million order for new equipment from JCB. The first 35 machines will go under the hammer at the […]
How Nuremberg is setting a new standard for zero-emission municipal construction
The city of Nuremberg in Germany is providing a blueprint for municipalities looking to cut emissions from construction projects. Through Bavaria’s first public tender for a zero-emission demolition project, Nuremberg is demonstrating how cities can integrate climate ambitions into public procurement and deliver practical results on site. At a former nursery site in the Westpark […]
NFDC Launches 60 Free Demolition Training Pathways
Industry initiative will help individuals gain recognised accreditation and begin or progress a career in demolition The National Federation of Demolition Contractors (NFDC), in partnership with the National Demolition Training Group (NDTG), is offering 60 fully funded CCDO Labourer Card pathway places to eligible individuals seeking to start or progress a career in the demolition […]
Family-owned demolition company crashes into administration – 23 years in business
A long-established family business has entered administration after more than two decades of trading. A family-run demolition company with more than two decades in business has entered administration after serving customers across the UK. Forshaw Demolition, which has operated for 23 years and boasts more than 80 years of combined industry experience, officially entered administration on July 24. The […]
THE REAL SECRET TO GREAT TRAILS LIES BENEATH THE TIRES
Behind every berm and every roller, there’s more than skilled trail builders, there’s an MB Crusher attachment at work. Carbon frame. Race suspension. High-performance tires. Every mountain biker searches for the perfect set-up. Yet the most important element isn’t the bike at all – it’s the ground beneath it. Comfort, traction, and flow all depend […]
Demolition works to begin at 62-70 Victoria Street in Paignton
We are preparing to begin the demolition of the building at 62–70 Victoria Street, Paignton. Site mobilisation works start on Friday 10 July ahead of demolition works commencing on Tuesday 14 July. Contractors Gilpin Demolition, who previously carried out emergency safety works at the site have been appointed to undertake the full demolition. Their team […]
Ulrich Attachments launches new-look dedicated hire fleet
New hire fleet of attachments now available from Ulrich. Leading UK manufacturer Ulrich Attachments has expanded its hire offer of front-end mobile plant attachments. In addition, as part of its total site solutions philosophy, the company is also now selling ex-hire buckets that have been refurbished at its factory in Hull and come complete with […]
EDDIE enters the European Demolition Association
The European Demolition Association has welcomed EDDIE as a new member, further strengthening the association’s commitment to innovation, advanced manufacturing, and the development of cutting-edge technologies that support the demolition, construction, and infrastructure sectors. Founded in August 2003, YANTAI EDDIE Precision Machinery has grown into a diversified enterprise with six major business segments: construction machinery attachments, high-end […]
Ulrich accelerates UK growth with strategic acquisition of Hull-based LCR
Ulrich, a leading manufacturer of front loaders and attachments for the construction, waste and recycling, agricultural and industrial sectors, has announced the acquisition of Hull-based LCR, a highly-respected EN 1090 EXC3-certified welding and fabrication specialist. The acquisition marks a major milestone in Ulrich’s UK expansion and global growth strategy, significantly increasing manufacturing capacity while strengthening […]
Demolition starts on Hull towers
GBM has started work on the demolition of three tower blocks, ahead of the construction of new homes in Hull, for which the council is seeking a development partner. Three tower blocks – Torpoint, Millport and Woolwich – are being torn down ahead of the building of modern, energy efficient houses, which the council says […]