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Scottish Government Consults on Micro Trenching

19th November, 2018

The Scottish Government has recently announced a proposal to evaluate “Micro Trenching” as the way forward and best practice for easy and efficient utility installation. The Government is now keen on creating an efficient system that would facilitate the increased use of Micro Trenching across Scotland’s 33 road authorities in […]

The Construction Industry Back on the Rise

19th September, 2018

  The construction industry has seen a positive change in the second quarter (Q2) of 2018, giving a cause for hope and positivity to the Industry. The industry has survived the collapse of the construction giant Carillion and the harsh weather with amazing tenacity, and it is very positive to […]

A Guide to Working Safely in the Heat

20th August, 2018

A Guide to Working Safely in the Heat When you are in the construction industry, each day can bring its own challenges. There are days when you are left to face the hot sun in your heaviest gear doing the most strenuous work. Working in the hot sun can pose […]

Skid Steer Training – How to Operate a Skid Steer

16th July, 2018

Skid Steer Training – How to Operate a Skid Steer Loader Skidsteer or tracked loaders are highly capable machines ideal for materials handling or operating attachments, so it makes sense that you may want to buy or hire one for your next project. As with any plant machinery however, operating […]

MTS Plant Support Bikescape to Construct New Pump Track

Bikescape specialises in the design, build and maintenance of mountain bike and BMX facilities. They manage and coordinate bespoke and unusual projects start to finish, taking on the consultation and design phase, right through to the build and maintenance.   Founded in 2015, Bikescape is a community-focused organisation aiming to […]

UK Construction Industry Stays Contraction-Hit, Despite a Seemingly Positive April

19th June, 2018

With construction output recording an increase of 0.5% in April 2018, it brought a ray of sunshine to the UK construction industry, which has recently been witnessing a steady contraction. However, the woes of the industry seem to be far from over. Despite the increase, the statistics from February to […]

Compact Excavator – Renting Vs Buying

30th May, 2018

  When you are looking to acquire a new compact excavator, there’s a big decision to make: should you buy a mini excavator or hire one? This decision calls for a lot more than just comparing the costs. Investing in even small equipment like compact excavators is a bid decision. […]

Introducing the new Bobcat R-Series

22nd May, 2018

2018 will see Bobcat launch the highly anticipated R-Series excavator line in the UK. With five new models (see below) available including two zero tail swing machines this new product launch is sure to attract interest from the market. Bobcat E26 R-Series Bobcat E27 R-Series Bobcat E27z R-Series Bobcat E34 […]

4 Bad Habits to Quit for Mini Excavator Operators & Owners

21st May, 2018

It is crucial to ensure that your mini excavator is ready for the job it’s scheduled for. However, there are certain bad habits that most mini excavator owners and operators succumb to. This can compromise your mini excavator’s performance a great deal and even affect its useful life. Here MTS […]

Buying New Plant Machinery – HSE Guidelines

20th April, 2018

  When working in the plant or construction industry, the health and safety of your personnel is always a critical consideration when buying new machinery. It is easy to quote a general directive, but implementation can be a task. To make matters of such significance easier and more efficient the […]

Micro Trenching – Is it the Way Forward?

18th December, 2017

Micro trenching is a dry method of cutting trenches to install utilities. Narrow trenches can be made, strict to measurements, through concrete, asphalt or other material constructions. Micro trenching enables civil engineering contractors to cut trenches with a single device such as a wheel saw. Also referred to as “narrow […]

Government Invests £350m in Local Roads

17th November, 2017

The UK government recently announced a major investment plan involving £345.3M funding for improving local roads, highways and public transport facilities across the country. The sizeable financial package aims to fund 76 projects in the country for £244M while £101.3M has been approved for major road-building projects in Worcester and […]