Both of the new rigs are fitted with the latest state-of-the-art technology. They are equipped with EU Stage V diesel engines and ABI's unique Efficiency Drive systems which, together with their VV vibrator technology, ensures more power is delivered to the pile than the competition and with half the fuel consumption.

This fuel-saving feature will be a massive benefit in the UK this year with the loss of the diesel fuel rebate from April which will see a near doubling of fuel costs to the construction industry overnight. This technology will not only save ABI's customers significant cash on fuel, but the Mobilrams are also generating significantly less carbon, engine exhaust emissions and noise.

The two machines are equipped to undertake a wide range of piling applications including, for example, sheet piling CFA; VDW (front-of wall); WSM soil mixing; vibro-stone columns; vibro-cast-in-situ; pile pressing, and impact driving.

The ABI mast-in-mast leader mast design offers unparalleled lateral and torsional strength supported by stout kinematics. Their compact geometry and relatively low ground bearing pressures make them ideal for projects in and around urban locations where powerful machines are required to operate in tight locations with minimum disruption.

Managing director Mark Lee commented: "ABI Equipment has always strived to be at the cutting edge of new technology. We are rightly proud of the fact that we now have seven ABI Mobilram rigs that are equipped with EU Stage V diesel engines and ABI's unique Efficiency Drive systems which, together with their VV vibrator technology, ensures more power is delivered to the pile than our competition and with half the fuel consumption."