Articles by Steve Skinner
Published on: 11 November, 2010
Developments in attachments have continued despite the economic downturn. Steve Skinner reports on the greater choice of higher performing tools that are now available to contractors.
Published on: 11 November, 2010
The UK’s Hillhead show returns this month after one-year postponement due to economic conditions. Steve Skinner reports on some of the highlights that can be expected from the quarry-based exhibition in Derbyshire.
Published on: 11 November, 2010
Productivity and accuracy are the kingpins of rock drilling. Steve Skinner reports on developments in automation and electronics designed to improve both while also addressing operator safety.
Published on: 11 November, 2010
New equipment launches highlight a trend towards higher throughputs from more compact units. Steve Skinner reports on product optimisation and what operators can expect from the latest generation of crushers and screens.
Published on: 10 November, 2010
Recycled materials, warm mix asphalt and minimum compaction can save time and money for contractors as well as reduce the environmental impact of road building.
Published on: 10 November, 2010
Although the speculative real estate market in Dubai almost collapsed last year, construction activity in the Middle East continues apace. Steve Skinner reports on the rise of Abu Dhabi and a shift in focus to infrastructure development throughout the region.
Published on: 09 November, 2010
Developments in electronics, engineering and training are being combined to reduce the operating costs of quarrying.
Published on: 09 November, 2010
Many of the latest products for OEMs have been designed to enhance the productivity of equipment powered by Tier 4 Interim engines. Steve Skinner reports on the drive towards greater efficiency.
Published on: 09 November, 2010
The Brazilian government’s Growth Acceleration Programme in conjunction with the country’s winning bids to host both the 2014 FIFA Football World Cup and the 2016 Olympic Games make Brazil one of the most attractive markets in Latin America.
Published on: 09 November, 2010
The know-how gleaned from construction of the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, UAE means its tenure as the world’s tallest building could be short-lived.
Published on: 05 August, 2010
Pulte Group, one of the United State's biggest home-builders, reported second quarter sales of US$ 1.3 billion, up +92.4% on the US$ 678 million recorded 12 months ago.
Published on: 04 August, 2010
Finland's Cramo reported second quarter sales of €114 million, up 4.2% on the €109 million recorded for the same period last year.
Published on: 04 August, 2010
The World Bank has approved US$ 327 million of additional financing for the São Paulo State Feeder Road Project in Brazil.
Published on: 04 August, 2010
US homebuilder D.R. Horton reported third quarter sales to 30 June of US$ 1.4 billion, up +51% on the US$ 914 million recorded for the same quarter last year.
Published on: 03 August, 2010
Acciona reported first half sales of € 3 billion, up +2,8% on the € 2,9 billion recorded for the corresponding period last year. Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) jumped +38,5% to € 528 million, up from € 382 million 12 months ago.
Published on: 03 August, 2010
Atlas Copco's Dynapac is to consolidate the production of planers and small pavers in a bid to improve efficiency and enhance customer service.
Published on: 03 August, 2010
Eiffage reported first half sales of € 6,4 billion, down -0,8% on the € 6,5 billion recorded 12 months ago.
Published on: 30 July, 2010
Doosan Infracore reported second quarter sales of KRW 1.1 trillion (US$ 945 million) up +78.9% on the KRW 626 billion (US$ 528 million) recorded for the corresponding quarter last year.
Published on: 30 July, 2010
Lafarge reported second quarter sales of € 4,4 billion, up +1,7% on the € 4,3 billion recorded last year.
Published on: 30 July, 2010
Heidelberg Cement reported second quarter sales of € 3,2 billion, up +9,4% on the € 3 billion recorded 12 months ago.