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Doka creates AI tool to count scaffold and formwork components
AI tool in mobile device replaces time-consuming manual counts.
Opinion: 3G is shutting down — don’t get caught out
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Mobile network providers are slowly ending coverage for 3G,  leaving many older construction machines without connectivity
Microsoft 365 collaboration for Integrated Rental software
Integration will be available for Dynamics 365 customers
2Quip expands user base with acquisition
Companies have a combined portfolio of more than 8,500 listed items
Nixon Hire targets tech with new appointment
New appointment to focus on implementing data and AI technologies
Point of Rental integrates with fleet tracking specialist
Automatic fleet updates part of the new offering
Hiboo signs rental partnerships in the UK and France
Data sharing and telematics the focus of deals
Green means go: Nixon Hire CEO on the switch to becoming a sustainability specialist
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CEO Graham Nixon — son of founder John Nixon — updates IRN on the company’s progress since implementing its new strategy.
Irdeto and Trackunit partner on equipment sharing
Alliance creates ‘bridge’ between cloud platforms
Case unveils concept autonomous compact wheel loader
The concept includes an integrated perception system that uses real-time data to support machine operation
HSS Hire sells its Irish business
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Company sold to Grafton Group for €31.6 million
AFC takes next step with portable hydrogen ‘cracker’
Containerised module will produce hydrogen from ammonia
Digitising the depots: Point of Rental boss on the AI tech already making a difference for hire firms
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Point of Rental Software CEO Wayne Harris on the opportunities of AI
HSS partners with payment specialist to simplify transactions
Wynne Systems integrates with accounting platform
RentalMan users now able to automate invoicing
UK software firm Kerridge to rebrand
New name for software specialist
TSR-Elsite to debut site management system at Bauma
Platform provides real-time monitoring across a site
Ferrovial Construction CEO: Tech is the biggest opportunity for our fleets in 2025
Ferrovial Construction CEO Ignacio Gastón on machine control and the need for more construction tech
Interview: Instagrid eyes rental in portable power push
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Portable battery packs proving attractive for rental
United Rentals highlights digital tools for contractors
White paper focuses on digital tools to improve safety, sustainability and productivity 
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