News & Events

A new model, the 40/20 has been developed in response to global demand for a powerful heavy duty chain trencher which incorporates the latest technology to install on grade drainage with greater efficiency and repeatability. Maximising operator comfort, safety and staying ahead of the more stringent environmental standards in North America and Europe. The digging chain is driven by two heavy duty hydraulic motors, with selectable low / mid / high speed ranges to suit soil type. Side tilt and extendable track widths aid stability and maximise clearance for spoil from deep trenching.

Yorkshire land drainage have taken delivery of the first “Volvo Penta EU Stage 4 engine” 2015 drainage trencher this year. The 238kw machine offers all the features of the previous series machine but with the important added bonus of achieving Stage 4 Final emissions standard. With Volvo Penta opting for selective catalytic reduction (SCR) technology, this system performs without regeneration or a diesel particulate filter making it a simpler, more versatile and a less costly option for our customers.The machine was purchased after a demonstration day when customers viewed the new trencher in action.

Agricultural and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) have commissioned a report into the Field drainage guide Principle, installation and maintenance. An in-depth report into the benefits of a correctly installed and maintained field drainage system not only for arable but also livestock land.

Unveiling for the end of the year the new Mastenbroek CT/12 crawler truck with Volvo Penta EU Stage 4 engine. The 160kw machine offers all the features of the previous series machine but with the important added bonus of achieving Stage 4 Final emissions standard. With Volvo Penta opting for selective catalytic reduction (SCR) technology, this system performs without regeneration or a diesel particulate filter making it a simpler, more versatile and a less costly option for our customers.

The Mastenbroek equipment that left the UK bound for South America in June started work on the sugar cane plantation at the beginning of September. Customer feedback is extremely positive the only trouble they have had is the drainage pipe supplier is struggling to keep up with demand as the Mastenbroek trencher is laying it so fast.

Collyer drainage have taken delivery of their new Mastenbroek 20/15 trencher. The 305hp machine with customer requirements including manually braked pipe reels, finished in customer colours and with optional Viking head log it joins their fleet of Mastenbroek machinery. Seen here working on a farm drainage project in East Anglia. The machine was supplied with the latest full Trimble GPS machine control.