This month, we're putting the spotlight on the MOVAX Multi-Tool Piling Leader, a truly versatile piece of equipment. This modular leader can be stick or boom mounted on a 35 ton> excavator. Fitted with a multi-tool carrier, the MPL can be configured for 6m, 9m or 12m...
Just a couple of weeks ago, we were excited to announce the arrival of a brand new Kowan WP-150 Silent Piling Still Worker to our rental fleet, freshly painted in our signature Watson & Hillhouse yellow. Well, it didn't stay in the yard for long. This...
At Watson & Hillhouse, we are constantly seeking innovative and sustainable solutions for our clients' piling and foundation projects. Recently, we had the pleasure of exhibiting at Infratech 2025 in Rotterdam, a leading international trade fair for infrastructure...
We are all aware that a construction site can be a dangerous place to work. The Health and Safety Executive reported that in 2022/23 there were 45 workers killed in work related accidents in construction. 20 of these deaths involved individuals being struck by a...
We were contacted by our customer Locapal S.R.L. in Italy, who were interested in buying a Kowan ZU-100 Still Worker. We always try and keep one of each model of Still Worker in stock, so were able to prepare and get it delivered to them within one week of receiving...
It’s of paramount importance to us that our equipment is kept in the best possible condition. For this reason, we maintain and service our plant both in our depots and on-site, even when it’s on a long-term hire. Recently, this meant that one of our site engineers...
Since the launch of the SG-80 VA/F towards the end of last year, we've had a flurry of interest and we have already taken orders for four units! We have also added an SG-80VA to our rental fleet which has now arrived, enabling us to use this cutting-edge vibrator and...
When Sheet Piling UK came to us with a problem, we worked with them to find a solution. Their project involved installing sheet piles into a residential area in West London. Because of the sensitive area within an inner-city location, it was important to find a way to...
As Watson & Hillhouse are ISO14001 accredited, we are always looking at ways to improve our business and the effects it has on the environment. We’ve recently taken the decision to upgrade some of our power packs by retrofitting them to stage 5 engines. Not only...
Back in the Spring, we said farewell to Neil Davey, our longest-serving employee, as he retired.Joining Watson & Hillhouse in 1979, Neil started as an apprentice engineer in our Ipswich workshop before moving to our North West depot to run the northern operation....