What is CONEXPO
CONEXPO-CON/AGG is a global construction trade show held every three years in Las Vegas.
It brings together manufacturers, contractors and operators to review equipment, technology and working methods used across large-scale construction projects.
For excavation and civil companies, it provides direct exposure to how vacuum excavation equipment and related technologies are evolving and how they perform in real environments.
Why APU Excavations & Rentals attended CONEXPO 2026
APU Excavations & Rentals travelled to CONEXPO to assess equipment and technologies with practical application in Southeast Queensland.
The focus was on:
Vacuum excavation
Hydro excavation
Non-destructive digging
Service locating
The objective was to evaluate solutions based on site conditions, safety requirements and operational performance.
Industry partners across Queensland
APU Excavations & Rentals attended alongside companies that collaborate across projects throughout Queensland:
GAP Industries and GAP Industries North Queensland
GAP Industries operates as an electrical contractor across Queensland, delivering industrial, commercial, government and defence projects.
GAP Industries North Queensland extends these operations into regional and remote areas, supporting work across the full state.
All Access Hire provides access equipment for working at height across construction, infrastructure and maintenance projects.
Their fleet is used in a wide range of environments, including restricted access sites and complex job conditions.
ACE Rental supplies general equipment hire for construction and civil works, supporting different stages of a project with flexible machinery options.
On Site Marketing is the strategic marketing and communication partner for the group.
They support each business with tailored marketing strategies and attended CONEXPO to capture insights and translate them into ongoing commercial value.
Hitachi at CONEXPO 2026 and application to APU Excavations & Rentals
At CONEXPO 2026, Hitachi Construction Machinery presented equipment focused on operator control, machine efficiency and integrated technology.
This included:
Refined hydraulic systems for smoother and more precise operation
Improved fuel efficiency and machine optimisation
Digital integration for monitoring performance and maintenance
These developments are aligned with how excavation work is carried out on active job sites.
For APU Excavations & Rentals, working with this type of equipment connects directly to:
Controlled excavation around underground services
Consistent machine behaviour across different ground conditions
Reliable performance across ongoing site work
This is particularly relevant in vacuum excavation and non-destructive digging, where precision and control define the outcome.
What was observed at CONEXPO 2026
Equipment development
Manufacturers are producing machinery suited to:
- Tight access work areas
- Changing ground conditions
- Multi-purpose use across projects, with increasing relevance for vacuum excavation applications
Operator performance
Machines are showing improvements in:
- Control
- Stability
- Movement accuracy
These factors influence how efficiently work is carried out, particularly in non-destructive excavation tasks.
Safety standards
There is a consistent focus on reducing risk around underground services.
APU Excavations & Rentals applies this approach through vacuum excavation methods and trained operators
Relevance to APU Excavations & Rentals operations
The value of attending CONEXPO comes from applying what is observed.
For APU Excavations & Rentals, this includes:
Reviewing equipment suitability for local conditions
Refining how services are delivered on site
Maintaining safety across excavation work
The company continues to operate across South East Queensland with a focus on efficient and controlled vacuum excavation services.
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APU Excavations & Rentals approach
APU Excavations & Rentals works with established partners across Queensland while maintaining a strong operational focus in Southeast Queensland.
Attending CONEXPO forms part of an ongoing process of reviewing industry developments and applying relevant improvements to day-to-day work.
