News and projects

With us handling all of your plant hire needs, we are confident you will have new found time to read our latest news! Enjoy our selection of industry insight, project spotlights and general news from Rockthorn HQ.

25/03/2025

Meet the Rockthorn Team: James

If you’re searching for a team to expertly manage your plant hire requests, waste management,…

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11/03/2025

The Comprehensive Guide to Compact Rollers

In the world of construction, you don’t want to mess around with a shaky foundation….

25/02/2025

Meet the Rockthorn Team: Caitlin

Plant hire, plant operators, waste management, aggregate supply, and asset finance: we do it all…

09/01/2025

The Comprehensive Guide to Telescopic Handlers

What lifts, loads, carries and scoops? No, this isn’t the start of a bad joke….

29/11/2024

Meet the Rockthorn Team: Calandra

If you’re looking for a team that can expertly handle your plant hire requests, waste…

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05/11/2024

The Top 4 Benefits of Long-Term Plant Hire

We know that when you’re managing a large-scale project, every decision you make matters, right…

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21/10/2024

3 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Hiring Plant Machinery

Making the choice to hire plant for your project can be a game-changer, but there…

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07/10/2024

Hiring vs. Owning Plant: The Environmental Impact

There is no denying the increasing importance of being environmentally responsible. No matter your industry,…

12/09/2024

Meet the Rockthorn Team: Adam

If you’re looking for a team that can handle your plant hire requests and arrangements,…