David Stokes

Northern Ireland

Group Editor at Plant & Civil Engineer

Author of International thrillers: THE ICELANDER; THE HUNT FOR BLACK FRIDAY; and the latest THE POPE & THE PIGEON- now available on Amazon!

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Articles

New mobile scalping screen from Kleemann extends product portfolio

1 month ago | plantandcivilengineer.com | David Stokes

With the MOBISCREEN MSS 1102 PRO, Kleemann extends its portfolio of mobile scalping screens above the established MOBISCREEN MSS 802 EVO. Thanks to its robust design, generously dimensioned feed hopper and a screen casing of 11.2 m2, the plant can achieve a feed capacity of up to 750 t/h. High flexibility in the application is guaranteed by the stepless adjustment of the speed of all conveyor belts and simple conversion from two to three final grain sizes.
Caterpillar announces Collision Warning System for Cat® medium wheel loaders

1 month ago | plantandcivilengineer.com | David Stokes

Caterpillar has announced new technology options available for next generation Cat 950, 962, 966, 966 XE, 972, 972 XE, 980, 980 XE, 982 and 982 XE wheel loaders.
ATU and Civil Engineering Consortium Win Prestigious ICE Award

1 month ago | plantandcivilengineer.com | David Stokes

Atlantic Technological University (ATU), together with the Civil Engineering Apprenticeship Consortium, has won the 2025 Irish Construction Excellence (ICE) Award in the ‘Third-Level Course or CPD’ category. The award recognises their joint efforts in delivering education and training within the construction sector. The university was also recognised by having two other programmes shortlisted as finalists; MSc Built Environment Regulation and the BSc (Honours) in Construction Contracts Management.
Environmental impact top concern for data centre construction managers

1 month ago | plantandcivilengineer.com | David Stokes

Research from energy solutions specialist Aggreko has revealed that a third of data centre constructions managers in the UK and more than 40% in Ireland cite the reduction of their projects’ environmental impact as a top concern. Data was collected from 495 construction managers working in the European data centre sector, including 104 from both the UK and Ireland combined. This comes as the data centre industry continues to battle for capacity to meet an exponential increase in demand.
Institute of Quarrying NI Announce New Chairman

1 month ago | plantandcivilengineer.com | David Stokes

The Institute of Quarrying Northern Ireland Branch recently held its Annual General Meeting at the Dunadry Hotel. During one of the event’s pinnacle moments, Pierce Kirwan of Northstone Materials was assigned into the role of Chairman for the next two years, with the support from Adrian Alexander from Kilwaughter as Vice Chair.
Komatsu Europe expands range of demolition attachments

2 months ago | plantandcivilengineer.com | David Stokes

Komatsu Europe has introduced anall new static pulveriser, rotating pulveriser and demolition crusher, the latest additions to its attachments range.The new demolition attachments are designed to meet the customer’s needs for efficiency, performance and reliability. Short cycle times are achieved by using large hydraulic components for maximized oil flow and a custom-made speed valve. On the mechanical side, the main areas of focus were strength and wear resistance.
Anthony Hogben Appointed as UK and Ireland RSM

2 months ago | plantandcivilengineer.com | David Stokes

Hyundai Construction Equipment Europe has appointed Anthony Hogben as Regional Sales Manager for the UK and Ireland. An experienced construction equipment engineer, he brings many years of sales and distribution experience to the role, most recently as a Regional Sales Manager for Manitou UK. Anthony Hogben originally trained as an engineer with construction and agricultural machinery specialist TH White in the South-West.
World première of the most powerful Wirtgen cold milling machine

2 months ago | plantandcivilengineer.com | David Stokes

With the new W 250 XF, Wirtgen presents a machine that impresses with high milling performance and simultaneously low specific emissions. Its dual-engine drive system is controlled by MILL ASSIST to ensure maximum performanceThe engine power output of the new large milling machine has been increased by more than 20% compared to its predecessor. The ACTIVE DUAL POWER dual-engine drive makes the milling machine even more powerful and versatile in use.
Liebherr Reaches Historic New Heights

2 months ago | plantandcivilengineer.com | David Stokes

Liebherr has recorded its highest ever revenue in the company’s history. In seven of its 13 product segments, the Group achieved increases in sales. Trends differed between the various product segments and sales regions. The subdued demand in the construction industry, especially in Germany, weighed on some of Liebherr’s product segments. Nevertheless, the declines could be offset by the successful marketing of other products.
Takeuchi Celebrates 50,000th Sale Milestone

2 months ago | plantandcivilengineer.com | David Stokes

Takeuchi, one of the world’s favourite brands of excavator, has recently hit the 50,000th sales milestone in the UK and Ireland. The 50,000th Takeuchi, a TB217R mini excavator was sold by Takeuchi dealer in the south CBL to L-Lynch Plant Hire & Haulage as part of a recent order for over 100 machines,including the latest 3rd generation 3-Series excavators. It’s not Lynch’s first Takeuchi; in fact, they have been running Takeuchi excavators for decades.