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The Crushing Evolution!

What are the key criteria sought by operators of crushers and screens? And how do modern models differ in their features and capabilities?

CRUSH, SCREEN, EXCEL

The crushing and screening equipment market — which is driven by aggregate and construction industries, road projects, and railway lines — is believed to grow at a faster pace.

Astec's Versatile Compact Cold Planer, the RX-405

A longtime producer of half-lane and full-lane cold planers, Astec has entered a new class size with its RX-405 cold planer, delivering milling widths of 2 to 5 feet.

Improving energy efficiency

Asphalt plant manufacturers and operators are understandably placing great emphasis on higher productivity.

What new construction equipment will 2022 bring?

The outlook on India’s construction equipment sector is optimistic since the country’s needs for infrastructure will continue to grow massively.

Astec to showcase innovations at Conexpo 2020

Astec will exhibit products and solutions at Conexpo 2020 to be held on March 10-14 in Las Vegas, USA.

Astec to exhibit at Conexpo 2020

Astec will exhibit products and solutions at Conexpo 2020 to be held on March 10-14 in Las Vegas, USA. Astec will highlight its depth of product offerings with displays featuring: the 1/8 scale model of a complete Astec M Pack? relocatable asphalt facility featuring the double barrel XHR high RAP drum capable of producing mix with up to 65 per cent RAP content.

Astec to exhibit at bauma 2019

Astec, Inc, an Astec Industries, Inc company, and North America?s leading manufacturer of state-of-the-art asphalt plants, will exhibit as part of the Astec Industries booth, stand number FS.1109/4, at bauma 2019.

Construction equipment market is back with a bang

We see an immense focus on infrastructure (roads, airports, ports, smart city projects, etc) and industrial projects.

Aggregate Boom,Policy Gloom

Crushers and screens market is poised for a demand boom with the focus slowly shifting towards higher capacity machines to meet the growing demand for aggregates.

Technology Meets Opportunity

Rs 1.2 trillion investment in roads and highways; extension of 3.17 lakh km of rural roads; 35,000 km highway construction under Bharatmala Pariyojana scheme- it seems that there is a lot slated to happen in the coming years in rural roads and highways.

Astec to exhibit at Intermat 2018

Astec, Inc., an Astec Industries company, will exhibit at the Intermat 2018 international exhibition for construction and infrastructure, to be held during April 23-28 in Paris, France.

We expect Excon to be more vibrant and industry-specific

With the revival of road construction projects in India, the market for construction equipment (CE) and road building equipment- such as crushing and screening plants and RAP-mixing asphalt plants - is expected to open up in a big way.

Crushers & Screens| High on Demand

With infrastructure and construction sector on fast-track, especially road sector, aggregate processing has become essential to support the construction activities with a matching pace.

The Road Ahead

In spite of the government's policy shift towards building four- and six-lane National Highways as concrete roads, plans to construct more rural roads and coastal roads will drive the demand for asphalt plants in the future. EQUIPMENT INDIA explores the road ahead for asphalt plants.

This year we have our technology partner Astec as our co-exhibitor

The current construction equipment industry scenario is essentially a mix of domestic and global developments. On one hand, with the impending revival of the infrastructure sector, sales are expected to see an upward spurt.

Revs up to Start

BAUMA CONEXPO INDIA, the international trade fair for construction machinery, building material machines, mining machines, construction vehicles and construction machinery is being held for the fourth time from December 12 to 15, 2016 at the HUDA grounds in Gurgaon near Delhi.

Buoyant Future

An unprecedented and the highest-ever, $1 trillion has been earmarked for investment in infrastructure development by Government of India in the current Five-Year Plan period (2012-17). Speeding along the guidelines set forth by the government, the infrastructure construction activity is rapidly growing in roads and highways, bridges, airports and power, while realty sector is yet to catch up.

Bauma Conexpo India 2016 getting good response

Positive signs are reflected in the big companies signing up for the next Bauma Conexpo India.

RAP Essential in Asphalt Plants

Asphalt mix production has had a long and rapid journey of redefinitions over the past decade, to allow the incorporation of RAP recycling. This procedure is now gaining acceptance in Indian markets.

Bauma 2016 - the biggest trade show on earth

Bauma 2016 - the biggest trade show on earth - spread across over 608,503 sq m (1.5 lakh acres) exceeded expectations this year with a participation of 3,423 exhibitors from 58 countries and the presence of about 580,000 visitors from 200 countries.

ASTEC to construct new manufacturing bay

ASTEC, Inc., an Astec Industries company, celebrated beginning construction for a new manufacturing bay with a groundbreaking ceremony at the ASTEC manufacturing facility in Chattanooga Tennessee.

Astec to exhibit at bauma 2016

North America?s manufacturers of state-of-the-art asphalt plants, Astec Inc, will exhibit at bauma 2016. On display will be the 1/8 scale model of a complete Astec M-Pack relocatable asphalt facility and a 1/8 scale model of a complete Astec Six-Pack portable asphalt facility.

Sumit Mazumder takes charge as CII president

Sumit Mazumder, Chairman and Managing Director, TIL Ltd; & Executive Chairman, Tractors India Pvt. Ltd (TIPL) has taken over as president of CII for the year 2015-16, succeeding Ajay Shriram.

Astec founder dies

Dr J Don Brock, Chairman and Former CEO of Astec Industries, has died following a battle with cancer. He was diagnosed with mesothelioma, the cancer linked to exposure to asbestos, in 2012.

The major challenge we face is the lack of trained operators

Views from Kallol Mahalanabis, CEO, Taurian Engineering: We are developing a new range of crusher, which can provide the customer the cost benefit. It will be user-friendly as well. The product will be available in the market in a year.

ASTEC debuts double barrel HR at ConExpo

As Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP) usage continues to increase as a way for producers to keep costs down while utilising stockpiles of reclaimed asphalt pavement, ASTEC has increased the ability of its signature double barrel drum dryer/mixer to handle RAP. The ASTEC double-barreled HR includes enhancements to the drum which allows use of up to 65 per cent RAP. A 1/8 model of the new high RAP double barrel drum was on display during the ConExpo 2014 trade show in Las Vegas.

Astec Voyager to run RAP

ASTEC Inc has introduced the 120 mtph Voyager plant with compact, highly portable design. Unique for a plant in this class is the ability to run up to 30 per cent reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP). In addition, it is backed by the best service support in the industry.

Astec system wins Gaia award

Astec's UAE dealer, House of Equipment (HOE), has been awarded a 2013 Gaia Award during the Dubai Big 5 International Building and Construction Show for the Astec Double Barrel Green-? System which produces warm mix asphalt. The Gaia Awards honour companies in the construction sector whose products and services demonstrate a reduction of construction's impact on the environment.

Astec builds 500th burner

Astec has test-fired the 500th burner manufactured since Astec entered the burner market in 2003. Astec built the 100-million BTU/hr gas-and-oil-firing Whisper Jet? burner to be used with a new 375 mtph Astec batch plant produced for Aztexnika in Baku, Azerbaijan. Astec burners offer the latest in reliable burner technology combined with complete one-source responsibility.

TILs new crushing and screening plant

TIL launched a portable 200 TPH crushing and screening plant in collaboration with ASTEC aggregate and mining technology during the recently concluded Excon 2013 at Bangalore. This mobile crushing and screening solution is high-technology equipment aimed to improve customer?s operation, productivity, efficiency and total cost of ownership.

TIL Launches Pixef and Crusher Plant

Til launches Pixef, a first of its kind, versatile 15T hydraulic mobile and multitasking crane for slew, pick-n-carry and carry deck applications.The focus is on safety. The 15T category of pick- n- carry cranes available in the market hitherto are designed and built on tractor chassis causing serious risk of stability during load handling as well as exposing the operators into risk due to lack of safety devices and controls.

Astec advanced customer schools

Astec announced the dates for the 2014 Advanced Customer Schools. Attendees can choose to attend one of these four sessions: January: 6-9, 13-16, 27-30 or February: 3-6, 2014. New for 2014, Astec now expands its training options by offering two different levels of classes.

Astec appoints Greg Renegar VP - Engineering

Astec announced the appointment of Greg Renegar as Vice President - Engineering. Greg Renegar brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, and skill with him to his new position. He will replace Malcolm Swanson who will transition to the position of Astec Inc President at the end of 2013.

The double barrel green system does not require the addition of commercial additives

TIL has always introduced world class products and is firmly associated with India's infrastructure development. Considering India's hot mix asphalt pavements` making needs and challenges, TIL has introduced the latest technology from Astec Inc,

Toro enters CE sector

Toro Co, a leader in lawn mowers and golf course maintenance equipment, is moving full-bore into the construction segment, with a new line of machines in Toro's classic red, and bearing its name.

Toro enters CE sector

Toro Co, a leader in lawn mowers and golf course maintenance equipment, is moving full-bore into the construction segment, with a new line of machines in Toro's classic red, and bearing its name.

Toro forays into construction equipment sector

Bloomington-based (US) Toro Company, the king of lawn mowers and golf-course maintenance equipment, is moving full-bore into the construction segment with a new line of machines dipped in Toro?s classic red and bearing its household name.

Astec-Dillman equipment exceeds expectation

The Alabama-based Hosea O Weaver and Sons are satisfied with the Astec asphalt plant purchased in last September. According to Michael Weaver, Vice President, Hosea O. Weaver and Sons.

The TIL-Astec range delivers best-in-class fuel efficiency

At TIL, our constant endeavour is to be customer-centric, keeping the customer and his needs at the centre while working on our strategy or product plan. This approach has made all our products most competitive in offering total cost of ownership,

Astec expands plant line-up

Astec expanded its range of hot-mix asphalt plants by introducing the Nomad and Rap King series of portable plants. The Nomad series with production ratings of 80 TPH (72 MTPH), 130 TPH (117 MTPH), and 175 TPH (158 MTPH).

Astec introduces new diagnostic tool

Astec has introduced 'The Source' diagnostic tool. It is a hand-held tool that simulates most of the electrical signals coming into an asphalt plant control system.

Astec at World of Asphalt 2013

Astec is exhibiting at the World of Asphalt 2013 in San Antonio, Texas. Visitors to the show held March 19-21, will have the opportunity to learn more about Astec's complete line of hot mix asphalt plant offerings ranging from 80 tph to 500 tph capacities.

Using double-barrel and RAP technology will be a necessity

The double-barrel innovation is totally driven by customer need as well as the need of authorities. It actually delivers significant improvements in energy, carbon emission and the total cost of pavement making.

Astec celebrates 40 years

Astec Industries celebrates its 40th anniversary. Astec Industries has grown from a manufacturer of asphalt mixing plants and equipment into a family of 19 companies located across the world.

We aim to be a significant player, offering single-window crushing and screening solutions

Besides offering cutting-edge technology, our complete solu?tion offers the most competitive total cost of ownership to our customers, says Somnath Bhattacharjee, President, MHS&EPS, TIL.

Dillman Voyager tailored to portable market

Dillman, a division of Astec,has introduced the highly portable, 200 TPH Dillman Voyager plant.For producers who require a plant made to move several times during the paving season, the Voyager offers a straight-forward design with proven components that can be dismantled, moved to a new site and set up and ready for production in about five work days.

Astec advancing plant controls

Astec, Inc, an Astec Industries company, unveils the latest plant control system developed by its in-house controls engineers. The latest plant control system from Astec Controls is the PMIII.This PLC based new control system is comprised of individualmodules for burners, silos, motor controls, and blending and load out.

TIL Inaugurates New Plant

TIL will roll out crushing and screening products for aggregate and mining applications under licence from Astec Aggregate and Mining Group, apart from hot mix asphalt plant, from the new facility.

Astec's initiative to training

A new building project is underway at Astec. This fall, crews are hard at work constructing a new building for use during the annual Astec Advanced Customer Schools.The new 5,460 square foot building will house an actual Double Barrel? Drum that is split in two.

Astec in action

Astec, in conjunction with Talley Construction Co, paved a three-acre lot with pervious pavement.The paving was an opportunity to showcase an innovative technology for achieving pervious pavement.

Steve Claude, Senior Vice-President

Astec Inc announced that Steve Claude has acce?pted the position of Senior Vice-Presi?dent, Sales and Marketing. He joined Astec in 2007 as Vice-President, Inter?national Sales. Prior to that, he spent 15 years in the inter?national group at Maytag where he cultivated a succe?s?s?ful record in international sales, marketing, business dev?e?lop?ment and other interna?tional operations.

It?s Time to RAP

With over Rs 700 billion being invested in the road sector in 2010-11 alone, it?s high time we moved up to highly efficient and sustainable technologies that help optimise resources, considerably reduce pollutants and keep to a minimum damage to the environment

Double-barrel technology will revolutionise road construction.

The double-barrel technology is a result of intensive research done by Astec Inc on road construction techniques, the voice of the customer, the need of a sustainable road construction methodology, and most importantly, conserving the environment,? says R Nandagopal, Vice President, Equipment & Project Solutions, TIL

Sustainable solutions

If the numbers can be believed, in India, about 15,000 tonne of aggregates are required per kilometre of highway. A typical project of National Highway Development Project (NHDP), of 60 km of road improvement requires 20 lakh tonne of virgin material

By the year 2014-15, the top line should grow three to four fold

We have undertaken a number of measures such as creation of fiscal strength, intellectual capital sufficiency, diversification of our product and capability repertoire, as well as investment in greenfield expansions, together with strengthening of our service brand, says Sumit Mazumder, Vice Chairman & Managing Director, TIL.

TIL registers 28% growth

TIL reported its financial results for the first quarter ended 30 June 2011. On a consolidated basis, TIL (including Indian and overseas subsidiaries) reported a net sales including operating income of Rs 352.44 crore for the first quarter of FY 2011-12 vis-?-vis Rs 274.7 crore during corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal, registering a growth of 28 per cent.

We are expanding network to be closer to our customers

The complete range of jaw, cone, HSI and VSI crushers offered by the ASTEC Group (Telsmith and KPI-JCI) is available to TIL for exploring the markets in India, says R Nandagopal, Vice President - Equipment & Project Solutions, TIL.

Mobile & Moving Up

Out of the total market for the CE industry, the share of crushing and screening equipment (CSE) is pegged at 13 per cent - that is, US $ 30 billion across 2012-17; what's more, the CSE market is projected to grow at the rate of 15-20 per cent YoY for the next five years.

A Quick Turnaround

From a Rs 2.75-crore company in 2005-06, TEPL has achieved a turnover of Rs 24.73 crore in 2007-08.

Road Equipment: Green Light for Road Equipment

With more than 60 per cent of the cargo movement being done by the road network, the focus will be on road infrastructure which in turn, will provide great impetus to the growth prospects of road construction equipment.

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