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The compact and utility sector continues to be the success story of the construction equipment world, with sales topping 65000 units in Europe last year. Richard High reportson the latest mini excavators, skid steer loaders and compact wheeled loaders availablein the region.

Larger, lighter formwork panels, more powerful pumps, and stronger, more flexible mixes are just some of the things helping concrete contractors bring projects in on time and to budget. Richard High looks at some of the latest equipment, construction techniques and new materials on the market and reviews a selection of the latest projects taking place around Europe.

This month sees the launch of four new portable compressors from Atlas Copco Airpower featuring the company's corrosion and crack resistant ‘Hardhat’canopies. Paul Marsden reports.