WELCOME
We’re only a month away from the Awesome

THE PERFECT PACKAGE
Steelwrist UK, SMT Great Britain (SMT GB), exclusive dealers of Volvo Construction Equipment, have proved to be a perfect combination for Porteous Groundworks, one of the leading contractors in the South West of England who recently took delivery of a brand new top of the range Volvo EC260 FL5 excavator.

THE BLUE WONDER
If you like your heavy kit big, unique

TARMAC RAMPS UP PRODUCTION
THANKS TO ZAPPSHELTER

A BOOST FOR THE BASIN
After growing up close to the Red River in the Haynesville Basin, LA, it was devastating for Denzil Blount to see rising flood waters impact his local community. Working in the construction sand industry, he got talking to his neighbour, Marcus Morton, about what they could do to combat this problem.

BLUE MACHINERY APPOINTED GB DISTRIBUTOR FOR MAGNA
Blue Machinery is proud to announce its appointment as the distributor for the Terex MAGNA brand across Great Britain. This strategic agreement means that Blue Scotland, Blue Central, and Blue Southern will now supply the full MAGNA product portfolio within their respective territories.

HARD WORK made easy
The SANY 305C is a 30-tonne all-rounder capable of ensuring stable operations day in, day out.

CONFIDENCE INSPIRING
CASE CONSTRUCTION

EASY DOES IT... with ROTOTILT
Mastering new technology as it emerges in the

ADVANCING CIRCULAR CONSTRUCTION
ALLU’S NEW SCREENING BUCKET TRANSFORMS ASPHALT RECYCLING

AN AUSTRALIAN SUCCESS STORY
Dalger Civil Pty Ltd invests in another JCB JZ140LC

Astrak: Powering a New Global Era in undercarriage & wear Parts.
Established in 2003 by Richard Paterson, Astrak initially focused on the niche market of excavator rubber tracks. From these local beginnings, the business has expanded dramatically over the past two decades to become a significant global player.

ASTRAK
The decision to rebrand is underpinned by a

INTRODUCING OPEN-S
Open-S is the open standard for fully automatic quick couplers for excavators, giving machine operators and contractors around the world the freedom to combine machine couplers, tiltrotators and tools from compliant manufacturers. It builds on the established symmetrical S standard.

A PROUD HISTORY OF INNOVATION
Since 1986, Rototilt has been at the forefront of tiltrotator manufacturing, offering machine couplers, system solutions, and service to the global excavator market. The company’s commitment to innovation and engineering has helped it provide tailored solutions, enhancing flexibility and efficiency for its customers.

RAISING STANDARDS, PROMOTING INNOVATION
Founded in 2005, Steelwrist has grown from a small company into a global leader in tiltrotators, quick couplers, and work tools that enhance the versatility of excavators. The company has been a major driver behind the Open-S standard, which promotes compatibility across different manufacturers’ products.

Wheatway Solutions push for continued innovation
Back in June of this year, Wheatway Solutions became the first British manufacturer to join the Open-S Alliance. The company, best known for its Gyru-Star screening buckets, is currently in the process of developing an interface for hydraulic quick couplers designed specifically for Gyru-Star attachments.

Kinshofer Supports Aims of Open-S Alliance
Kinshofer GmbH, which continues to encourage technological development,

VOLVO CE CHAMPIONS SAFETY AND EFFICIENCY WITH OPEN-S
Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has been a pioneer in the construction sector, leading the way in safety and efficiency. In 2021, Volvo CE became the first original equipment manufacturer (OEM) to support the Open-S initiative, further cementing its commitment to operational standardization.

25 YEARS ON AND STILL GROWING
Part of a group of companies generating in excess of £250m per annum, Midlands-based Collins Earthworks has been managing major earthmoving and civil engineering projects throughout the UK for 25 years.

PIONEERING THE FUTURE OF CONSTRUCTION IN TEXAS
In the ever-changing market of construction in Texas,

SETTING SOLID FOUNDATIONS
There has been a requirement for the construction of a new, special needs school in Gloucester for many years. With funding secured, the council has recently broken ground on the stunning new development in the Wheatridge area of the city.

GIVING MACHINES A SECOND LIFE
How Dubai powers the Global Market for Used Construction Equipment

ENGINEERING THE FUTURE OF WORK
OVERCOMING CHALLENGES IN ELECTRIFIED WORK FUNCTIONS

XE135E RETURNS
Experience the Power and Intelligence of a 15-Ton Star Excavator

DEEPLY COMMITTED TO THE FUTURE
Cummins and Komatsu share a vision of a cleaner mining industry

BIG SITES BIG DATA BIG TECH
How integration platforms keep large-scale sites digging in the right direction

MAKING CONCRETE WASHOUT EASIER AND SAFER
Concrete waste management is a critical part of maintaining a safe, compliant and environmentally responsible construction site.

SHOWCASING THE BEST IN CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT AND INNOVATION
From the 23rd to 25th September, Newark Showground will host over 300 exhibitors. PlantWorx 2025 will be an encapsulation of the future of the construction industry.

Awesome Earthmovers Recommends
Merlo UK will return to PlantWorx 2025 with

KRAMP BRINGS THE GOODS...
1951, Varsseveld, The Netherlands; Dutch entrepreneur Johan Kramp

WHAT TO EXPECT...
With Plantworx 2025 just around the corner, the Awesome Earthmovers Operator Challenge is gearing up to be one of the most exciting events of the exhibition. Taking place from 23rd to 25th September at the Newark Showground, the competition will showcase the impressive skills of operators from across the UK. The best part? The challenges aren’t just about speed, skill, and precision; it’s all about having fun too!

THE CHALLENGES
This year’s challenges are designed to test every operator’s skill, precision, and control. Sponsored by some of the biggest names in the industry, each challenge promises to be as entertaining as it is challenging. Here’s what’s in store:

MEET THE SPONSORS
JCB needs no introduction. Founded in 1945 by Joseph Cyril Bamford in Uttoxeter, JCB has revolutionized the construction equipment sector. The company remains family-owned, employing over 11,000 people worldwide. From their famous backhoe loader to the latest X Series tracked excavators, JCB is at the forefront of the industry. For this year’s event, every machine will be a JCB, ensuring top-notch performance and cutting-edge technology on the challenge area.