Thanks to the rapid advancement of technology, manufacturing equipment is getting better and more easily available. What has traditionally been difficult, finding what you need and someone to sell it to you at a good price, has been streamlined like sites such as truck1.eu. We’ve looked through the most current equipment releases and industry trends to find out how to take advantage of the rapidly developing field to decrease wasted time and increase efficiency on any project of any size. The Cutting-Edge Technologies Exhibited This year, Caterpillar launched and exhibited their new Cat 995 model, which boasts some impressive guarantees around productivity and efficiency. Caterpillar, the US-based leader in manufacturing equipment, states that the model-995 is 19% more productive than the 994K. The Cat-995 is also much more fuel efficient, offering a 13% lower fuel consumption per hour and an available “Enhanced Eco Mode” that increases that fuel efficiency by another 8%. There are also several key design differences that are vital to the higher efficiency of the Cat-995. These changes increase the efficiency of the equipment and their service life. Some of these changes include an enhanced casting design, larger bearings and pins, and a bigger weld size, all of which play a significant role in increasing the 995’s durability and work life. It also has a higher capacity bucket and fills factors reaching 115% while being protected by the “Payload Overload Prevention,” which guards against the risk of overload. They say a customizable defense system can slow or stop the arms when the maximum payload is exceeded. These new features are powered by the Cat 3516E engine, which can be configured to meet regional requirements and are compliant with EU Stage V/US EPA Tier 4 Final or US EPA Tier 1 emission codes. Changes In Global Markets Technology has changed almost every market today, and wholesale markets are included in that. eCommerce is booming, with B2B eCommerce predicted to reach $2.47 trillion by 2026 in just the United States. This change in how business is done creates many exciting opportunities. There are several major advantages to using an eCommerce model, including a larger pool of data for increased marketing quality, convenience, and a larger reach of services. The connectivity of eCommerce has created a significant shift in how manufacturing equipment is bought and sold. Sites like truck1.eu are a perfect example of the changing industry and the incredible opportunities available if you know how to take advantage of them. Where online wholesalers shine is the reach and scale of their services and their trickle-down effect. By being able to consistently provide options because of their deeper inventory, they could afford to lower prices. However, it was extremely hard to manage such an inventory, especially when dealing with different regulations and import laws in a condensed international market. With the rapid advancement in technology, it’s become much easier to manage that inventory and offer options all over the world. A good website is also essential to the wholesale industry as it is extremely appealing if you can make your website an efficient one-stop shop for buyers. Trendsetters Websites such as Truck1.eu have been a leading name in the wholesale construction equipment industry for 20 years. It is the largest international marketplace for construction equipment, and it exemplifies how eCommerce should be used and how much opportunity it creates for buyers and sellers to come together easily. Its website is easy to navigate in over 31 languages and has a huge inventory conveniently broken down into manageable sections. It is a one-stop shop for anything and everything a buyer could need, with over 2,500+ sellers featured and over 3 million visitors each month. These types of niche market websites are the future of consumer purchasing. They offer everything a consumer could need in one convenient location and streamline the process of finding a seller. The truck1.eu website breaks down inventory options that would normally take days and weeks to confirm if sellers had and presents it in one place, like brand, spec, configuration, and even which country the seller is located in. Instead of placing endless amounts of calls trying to find that information or just sticking with your normal seller because the process of finding a new one is so tedious, you can now just come to one place and get all the information to get the best deal in minutes. What To Take Away Truck1.eu is the future of what construction equipment wholesale looks like. It’s the go-to spot for sellers like Caterpillar to bring their cutting-edge equipment, like their model Cat-995 loaders, because they know that buyers trust truck1.eu and because it’s so easy to use. This makes it the best place for buyers and sellers to meet, connect, and come to an easy agreement that will get the job done.

Mecalac is celebrating the 70th anniversary of its globally-acclaimed site dumper range. Originally licenced under the Benford brand, the company’s Coventry manufacturing operations have assembled thousands of models since the very first unit rolled off production in 1953.  70 years later, each model is still renowned for its robust design and class-leading performance, but now features a whole host of state-of-the-art technologies to maximise efficiency, productivity, safety and comfort for the operator. To celebrate the manufacturing milestone, every site dumper sold from stock between now and 31st December will come with £70 worth of Mecalac branded merchandise. In addition, Mecalac will donate £70 to The Lighthouse Club – a charity that provides emotional and financial support for construction professionals suffering from mental health. Heath Davies, General Manager at Mecalac Construction Equipment UK, commented: “Since developing our very first site dumper in 1953, we’ve been hugely proud to manufacture some of the market’s most acclaimed machines. Renowned for excellent build quality and unmatched performance – all at a highly affordable price point – our site dumpers are the perfect addition to any job site. “In recognition of our milestone, we’re giving away a gift for customers and a gift to charity for every stock model sold via our dealers between now and 31st December. The festive period is particularly tough for those experiencing mental health problems, especially in the construction sector. As such, we wanted to give back to the industry and give back to our customers.” Mecalac site dumpers available are from the ROPS TA range, and the MDX cabbed range, which are ready now from dealerships this year. For more information about Mecalac’s latest range of compact construction equipment, visit www.mecalac.com/en. To find your local dealer, visit www.mecalac.com/en/the-mecalac-distribution.html. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Bennetts Cranes, a leading specialist tower crane hire company, has successfully tackled the complex heavy-lifting challenges presented by a commercial site redevelopment project in Slough. Managed by Feltham Construction, the Bath Road site is an important part of a local regeneration scheme aimed at revitalising the area by  building new residential properties on underutilised commercial sites . To ensure efficient and high-capacity lifting of the concrete frames onsite, Bennetts Cranes recommended a Jost JTL 108 luffing jib tower crane for the project. This crane effectively addresses the risks of oversailing and collisions common in high-density urban sites and provides a more environmentally friendly and quieter option as it doesn’t need a generator. Adam Jervis, Senior Contracts Manager at Feltham Construction, comments: “Choosing the right tower crane for prominent sites, like the one in Bath Road, can be tricky due to the proximity of neighbouring buildings and residents. Having collaborated with Bennetts on a number of sites around Wiltshire and Oxfordshire since 2009, we approached the team confident in the level of site planning expertise they would bring to this build. The Jost JTL 108 has provided the perfect solution and is helping ensure an efficient and productive build.”   One of the main requirements of the Bath Road redevelopment site is to lift  concrete frames and concrete skips filled with reinforced steel bar, bricks, blocks, plasterboard and other general building materials. The Jost JTL 108 is proving to be the optimal choice, offering a lifting capacity of up to 6 tonnes and the ability to handle large and heavy  loads with ease. Another key consideration for Bennetts was the efficient coverage of all corners of the development while managing the risk of oversailing neighbouring properties. The Jost JTL 108, with its minimal out-of-service radius of 9.6 metres, provides an ideal solution by delivering heavy lifting capabilities while mitigating the potential for oversailing and collisions. Edward Seager, Managing Director, Bennetts Cranes adds: “What’s particularly interesting about the Jost JTL 108 is that it also excels in energy efficiency, requiring only a 50kVa mains power supply. With inverters on all three motors, it achieves a power surge just 20% higher than the running current. This innovative design makes it ideal for city centre sites as it reduces power consumption, eliminates the need for a separate generator, and offers cost savings, environmental benefits, and quieter operation.” Additionally, the Slough site benefits from the crane’s compact design, requiring a relatively small 24-metre tower. At this size, the tower can be transported to and from the site on a single lorry, reducing costs, minimizing disruption, and lowering emissions associated with delivery vehicles. The Jost JTL 108 is currently on site at Bath Road having originally been erected in March 2022. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals