Latest developments in construction: articles on trends, technologies, and innovative solutions for all aspects of construction.
Volvo A30 Electric: All-electric dumper with new cab
Volvo A30 Electric: Fully electric dump truck with new cab – Volvo A30 Electric: The first fully electric version of the articulated dump truck represents Volvo's consistent move t... Volvo A30 Electric: All-electric dumperKobelco shows fully electric mini excavators SK20 & SK90
Kobelco showcases fully electric mini excavators SK20 & SK90. Kobelco presents fully electric mini excavators SK20 and SK90 for the European market, introducing two compact machine... Kobelco fully electric mini excavators SK20 & SK90SkanCraft magnet for construction sites: Remove metal safely
On many recycling or demolition sites, iron and metal scraps lie scattered across the ground. These pieces are not only a nuisance, but can also cause damage—for example, to the ti... SkanCraft hydraulic electromagnet for construction sitesHidromek news 2025: Telescopic loaders and crawler excavator
Hidromek innovations for 2025: Telescopic handlers and crawler excavators demonstrate how Hidromek is strategically expanding its portfolio. Hidromek is introducing its first teles... Hidromek Telescopic loaders and crawler excavatorPalfinger FL series truck-mounted forklifts - many practical details
With its FL series of truck-mounted forklifts, Palfinger will be demonstrating at bauma 2025 how practical details can be combined with clear technical concepts. The FL series of t... Palfinger truck-mounted forkliftsMakBrent multifunctional construction machine with remote control
What looks like a classic skid steer loader at first glance turns out to be a sophisticated machine with an unusual concept on closer inspection. It was developed by the Italian ma... MakBrent multifunctional construction machineCornelia Lutz appointed new project manager for BAU 2027
Messe München is about to undergo a major management change: From May 15, 2025, Cornelia Lutz will take over project management of BAU as well as responsibility for the entire inte... Cornelia Lutz takes over project management of BAUKomatsu PC220-LCi: Crawler excavator with intelligent control system
The Komatsu PC220-LCi is a new crawler excavator and also a Komatsu excavator from a new generation of machines, which is being introduced with Intelligent Control 3.0. As a new mo... Komatsu: Crawler excavators with intelligent controlLiebherr LTM 1150-5.4E: Hybrid mobile crane with electric drive
Liebherr presents the Liebherr LTM 1150-5.4E, a hybrid mobile construction crane with electric drive that enables flexible construction site operations in diesel and electric modes... Liebherr LTM 1150-5.4E: Hybrid mobile construction craneWacker Neuson EW100: Mobile excavator with MiC 4.0 interface
With a broad presence at bauma, Wacker Neuson and Kramer are jointly demonstrating what is currently possible in terms of technology. The focus is on the EW100 mobile excavator – a... Wacker Neuson EW100 MobilbaggerGiant GD10H wheel loader: Compact solution with high-tip function
Giant is expanding its portfolio with the Giant GD10H wheel loader, a compact solution with a high-tip function that is specifically aimed at new user groups. Under the slogan “Gia... Giant GD10H compact wheel loaderCat Command: Remote control for construction machinery
With Cat Command, Caterpillar is pursuing a clear approach: in future, machines should also be controllable from a distance - not as a theoretical concept, but as a functioning sol... Cat Command: Remote control for construction machineryVanguard demolition robot with battery drive and patented tongs
A battery-powered demolition robot with patented technology makes it possible to work in hard-to-reach places - without any power cables. Combined with a newly developed, powerful ... Vanguard battery demolition robotBobcat E-series mini excavator ideal for landscaping and civil engineering
Bobcat introduces the Bobcat E-Series mini excavators, a series that is ideally designed for landscaping and civil engineering and has been consistently tailored to practical use. ... Bobcat E-series mini excavatorCarmix concrete mixer: Concrete production on the construction site
The self-loading concrete mixer is the best-selling machine in the Carmix range and enables concrete to be produced where it is needed - directly on the construction site. Especial... Carmix self-loading concrete mixerKobelco excavator with AI safety system
Kobelco is presenting a new excavator model that has been developed for use in urban areas. The machine combines a compact design with a modern safety system based on artificial in... Kobelco excavator with AI safety systemDemands in the construction sector are constantly increasing—not only in technical terms, but also in terms of environmental and legal requirements. Sustainable building materials, energy-efficient construction, and circular building concepts are becoming increasingly important. Construction companies must find pragmatic solutions that can be implemented economically. Some of the dominant topics:
BIM, 3D laser scans, and automated quantity calculations promise efficiency—but the reality is often fragmented. Although many planning offices and construction companies use digital tools, integrated processes are the exception rather than the rule. Implementation often fails due to interface problems or a lack of acceptance on the construction site. Digital potential lies in, among other things:
Tight deadlines, increasing project complexity, and a shortage of skilled workers pose major challenges for many companies. Without reliable personnel planning and flexible construction organization, there is a risk of delays or quality problems. Strategies to ease the burden on construction operations: