The Commerce Ministrys arm, Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR), has recommended imposition of anti-dumping duty on imports of hydraulic rock breakers from China and Korea for five years to protect the domestic industry from cheap inbound shipments. It recommended the duty after an investigation on dumped imports of these machines from these two countries. DOZCO (India) filed the application for an anti-dumping investigation on these imports from China and Korea. The recommended duty was in the range of 4.55 per cent and 162.5 per cent of cost, insurance freight (CIF) value in dollar terms.

Contact: Directorate General of Trade Remedies

Website: www.dgtr.gov.in

Indias first locally manufactured, fully electric open cast mining truck

Sany India unveiled its SKT105E electric dump truck, the first of its kind to be locally manufactured in India. This ground-breaking addition to its portfolio marks a significant milestone in the nation's mining industry. Designed to meet the rigorous demands of open-cast mining operations, this fully electric off-highway dump truck boasts exceptional energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness. With an impressive payload capacity of

70 tonnes, it stands as a powerhouse asset for mining enterprises across the nation. The SKT105E's innovative design, coupled with its zero-emission operation, makes it an environmentally friendly solution for mining sites. Its advanced electric propulsion system ensures optimal performance while reducing the carbon footprint.

Contact: Sany India

Website: www.sany.in 

First-of-its-kind simulator tech in off-highway vehicle segment in India

CNH launched its cutting-edge multi-vehicle simulator (MVS) at its India Technology Centre (ITC). The first-of-its-kind MVS in the Indian off-highway segment will play a pivotal role in CNH's global operations. This will serve as a key platform for various functions, including ergonomics simulation, user experience testing of controls, customer clinics, design reviews for product development teams, product validation and employee training. Friedrich Eichler, Chief Technology Officer, CNH, said, This also helps us reduce waste and improve quality by testing and evaluating our products in the virtual world before developing a prototype or testing them in the real world."  

Contact: CNH Industrial

Website:www.cnhindustrialcapital.com

Martin Engineering celebrates 50 years of world's first air cannon technology

The world leader in bulk handling solutions Martin Engineering is marking the 50th anniversary of its invention of the worlds first low-pressure air cannon. The patented technology was designed to dislodge stubborn material stuck to the inside walls of hoppers and silos to prevent the growth of serious build-ups and blockages. Martin air cannons soon proved to be a game-changer for sectors such as cement. Martin Engineering products, sales, service and training are available from 17 factory-owned facilities worldwide with wholly-owned business units in Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Malaysia, Mexico, Peru, Spain, the USA and UK. The firm employs over 1,000 people.

Contact: Martin Engineering

Website: www.martin-eng.com

CASE India rolls out 20,000th Vibratory Compactor in India

CASE Construction Equipment has achieved a significant milestone of producing 20,000th vibratory compactors, from its state-of-the-art facility in Pithampur, Madhya Pradesh. The facility is the sole manufacturing hub for CASEs compactors globally in CNH. The company is now aiming to ramp up their production capacity to 10,000 units for all products annually by next year, making it the second-largest manufacturing facility by CNH globally and CASEs largest export hub. CASE recently introduced skid steer loaders.

Contact: CASE India

Website: www.casece.com