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Driving Efficiency

From powering pneumatic tools to supporting critical tasks like concrete production and road construction, mobile compressors play a pivotal role.

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Powering Progress

The article explores the reasons behind the increasing usage of diesel engines in construction equipment, their impact on performance and efficiency, and the technological advancements shaping the future of construction machinery.

Tata Motors Launches LNG-Powered Trucks and Tippers at EXCON 2023

Tata Motors unveiled its LNG-powered trucks and tippers at the 12th edition of EXCON

EXCON 2023 Day 1 Highlights

Scheduled from December 12 to 16 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre

Construction sites often require air compressors to be mobile

Ramesh Kumar G, Vice President – Portables, ELGi Equipments, speaks on the most common types of air compressors used in the construction industry.

ELGi air compressors meet the industry benchmark for noise levels

Ramesh Kumar G, Vice President – Portables, ELGi Equipments, speaks on the most common types of air compressors used in the construction industry.

Tata Motors’ Trucks: Leading Towards a Safer Era of Mobility

Spanning over five million kilometres, Indian roads comprise one of the largest transportation networks in the world, carrying 90 per cent of country’s passenger traffic and 60 per cent of its goods.

Small is the New Big!

Air compressors are necessary at any construction site. Compared to non-portable air compressors, the smaller machines produce significantly less noise, and are used to complete jobs at any locations.

Tony of Atlas Copco: We have a good mix of compressors in our diesel range

Tony Van Herbruggen of Atlas Copco India speaks on the key productivity parameters of mobile air compressors.

Volvo CE and Norrhydro develop electro-hydraulic solution

Volvo Construction Equipment and Finland’s Norrhydro have developed a digital hydraulic actuator that increases productivity while cutting fuel bills and CO2 emissions in construction applications.

On the Move!

The market for mobile cranes is on the move driven by low-rise residential, commercial, and industrial building construction activity in urban areas.

Portable compressors play major role in mining, infra and construction applications

The construction sector has been again impacted by the onset of the second wave of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Volvo & Norrhydro develop electro-hydraulic solution

Volvo Construction Equipment and Finland’s Norrhydro have developed a digital hydraulic actuator that increases productivity while cutting fuel bills and CO2 emissions in construction applications.

Tata Motors Construck – Surface Transport Tipper (STT) Range

In spite of a challenging global pandemic environment during last fiscal, the construction application range of MHCV trucks witnessed a positive growth. In FY2021-22, driven by the strong demand from infrastructure and construction projects, focused push for inter-state connectivity and NIP implementation, enhanced production of coal, ore and minerals on the back of increased industrial output and a good monsoon forecast are the lead indicators for the continued rise in growth rate.

Tata Motors Construck – Surface Transport Tipper (STT) Range

In spite of a challenging global pandemic environment during last fiscal, the construction application range of MHCV trucks witnessed a positive growth. In FY2021-22, driven by the strong demand from infrastructure and construction projects, focused push for inter-state connectivity and NIP implementation, enhanced production of coal, ore and minerals on the back of increased industrial output and a good monsoon forecast are the lead indicators for the continued rise in growth rate.

Tata Motors Construck – Surface Transport Tipper (STT) range

In spite of a challenging global pandemic environment during last fiscal, the construction application range of MHCV trucks witnessed a positive growth.

We will continue to focus on infrastructure projects

Established in 1960, Atlas Copco India is the country’s leading manufacturer of innovative solutions in air compressors and industrial gases, energy efficient vacuum pumps, portable compressors, light towers.

Eicher Trucks completed 200th tipper delivery to APCO

Eicher Trucks & Buses, part of VE Commercial Vehicles, completed the 200th vehicle delivery to APCO INFRATECH PVT. LTD. The company executed an order of 200 Tippers and Trucks from the Lucknow-based infrastructure major.

New extending screed from VÖGELE

The new AB 200 is the smallest VÖGELE screed. As an extending screed, it is flexible and especially suitable for changing pave widths.

New extending screed from Vögele

Joseph Vögele AG has introduced the AB 200 extending screed for paving narrow paths, paving between tram rails or paving in milled tracks.

New extending screed from Vögele

It has a basic width of just 1.1 m and extends hydraulically up to 2 m

Mobile Compressors: Staying Powerful

Mining policy revival and recovery of construction activities can bring back the power in mobile compressor market. Next year could see the industry back in full action which can drive the growth of mobile compressors in the long term.

Supporting Indonesian Housing Development

Property developer PT Tanggamus Niaga Tama is using the newly launched SDLG E660FL mini excavator to build homes in Sumatra, Indonesia.

Manitowoc launches Potain Hup M 28-22 with 80 km/h transport axle

At the Dach + Holz International exhibition in Stuttgart, Germany, Manitowoc Cranes officially introduced the new Potain Hup M 28-22 mobile self-erecting crane to the German market.

Scissor Lift for Compact Maneuverability

The new micro-sized scissor lift is well suited for construction applications in space restricted or congested locations.

Compact and powerful

With the growth drivers of urban and rural infrastructure markets opening up, mini construction equipment segment is looking for a renewed growth in the coming years.

A growing market

Telehandlers are extensively used as a utility lifting machine, usually equipped with a telescopic boom that can lift loads, mounted on a four-wheel drive chassis.

Skid-steer Loaders in Rural Road Construction

With the help of various attachments, Bobcat Skid-steer loaders provide cost-effective solution in rural road construction.

Riding on infra push

Pick-up in infrastructure spending and construction activities is expected to drive the demand for tipper trucks in the coming years.

Reaching out to infra needs

Government's high spending on infrastructure projects drives the demand for construction equipment while earthmoving equipment being the largest used equipment category leads the growth.

Epiroc launches blasthole drill, mine truck

The two machines were launched at IMME 2018 Kolkata by SK hattacharya, Director (Mining) Hindustan Copper.

Pushing Boundaries

With the demand for excavators growing in the market, OEMs are introducing new features to further improve the efficiency and productivity of the machines, helping in quick and qualitative project execution.

New Field Solutions

Trimble announced the Trimble? TSC7 Controller, a new field solution for land and civil construction surveyors. The TSC7, combined with specialised software, defines the next generation of data collection and computing for mobile workers.

Speeding up productivity

The Volvo EC200D is the fastest 20-ton class excavator on the market, according to the company. It offers exceptionally high swing torque and unique lifting capabilities which make it the natural choice for general construction earthmoving work.

First Potain Hup 32-27 self-erecting crane delivered in Iceland

BYGG has taken delivery of a Potain Hup 32-27, the first one delivered to its home country of Iceland. The company has already placed the newest-generation, self-erecting crane on a job site in Reykjavik, where it is helping to build a residential development.

Advanced LED Solution

The forward thinking HiLight V5+ light tower from Atlas Copco offers advanced LED solutions. It is the safest and most efficient light tower for road construction, airports, hydro power projects, mining and construction applications. With the HiLight V5+, created into cutting-edge lighting technology, sites can be brighter, safer and more productive.

Trimble announces new CONTROL SYSTEMS

Trimble has announced the availability of Trimble Earthworks Grade Control System for dozers and the Trimble T10 Tablet. The Trimble Earthworks Grade Control System is Trimble's next-generation grade control platform for excavators and dozers.

Trimble announces new products

Trimble has announced the availability of Trimble Earthworks Grade Control System for dozers and the Trimble T10 Tablet. The Trimble Earthworks Grade Control System is Trimble?s next-generation grade control platform for excavators and dozers.

Advancements in Bearings for Construction Machinery

Construction machinery is characterised by its ability to perform in the harshest environments. Machinery such as excavators, dozers, compactors, cranes and dumpers have tremendously increased development capacity.

Optimising efficiency

With the construction, mining and infrastructure projects are growing faster, there is a growing demand for productive and efficient equipment in various projects. This will boost the demand for technologically superior lubricants to meet the industry needs.

New Tech Experience and Tech Talks Forum

The new Tech Experience at Conexpo-Con/Agg and IFPE 2017 amplified the technology throughout the show floor, with an emphasis on emerging construction innovations that are driving change and process improvements across the industry.

CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017

The five-day international exhibition on construction industry held in Las Vegas during March 7-11, 2017 recorded around 128,000 attendees, including around 26,000 international attendees.

Atlas Copco completes Erkat acquisition

Atlas Copco has completed the acquisition of German manufacturer Erkat Spezialmaschinen und Service. The H?mbach-based company, which supplies drum cutter attachments for skid steer loaders and excavators for use in demolition and construction applications, will now be legally known as Anbaufr?sen PC.

ON THE CLOCK!

Material and earth movements are the major work content of all infrastructure developments and mining activities. Front-end loaders, backhoe loaders, dozers and application-centric equipment as options for the users to choose from to suit individual requirements.

Piggybacking earthmovers growth

Transportation of raw and processed materials to the desired location is the next but most essential activity arising out of earthmoving. In the infrastructure space, 5-35 tonne payload capacity tippers and dumpers are extensively utilised for this purpose.

Chicago Pneumatic launches new hydraulic breaker

Chicago Pneumatic has launched the RX12, a powerful new rig-mounted hydraulic breaker for carriers between 9-15 tonne. Compared to its predecessor model, the RX12 offers a 10 per cent increase in output power and a 28 per cent increase in impact energy.

Rolling On Smoothly

Bearings are an integral part of equipment which increase efficiency by reducing friction, while maintaining the operational requirements. In this fast moving age of industrialisation, efficiency is the key to success. Construction equipment operates in very demanding environments

WACKER expands Technical Center in Singapore

Munich-based chemicals group WACKER is strengthening its presence in Southeast Asia, and today inaugurates its expanded technical center in Singapore.

WACKER opens Tech Centre

WACKER Chemie AG is expanding its presence in Latin America by opening a new technical centre for construction applications and a new subsidiary in Bogot? (Colombia).

KYB-Conmat Launches Rack & Pinion Construction Elevator

KYB-Conmat launched rack and pinion construction elevator at Excon 2015. The new rack and pinion elevator range of KYB-Conmat fit in all type of industrial and construction applications.

VECV Launches Pro 8031XM at Excon 2015

Eicher Trucks and Buses, the leading brand from VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV) strengthened its presence in the mining and construction sector through an expansion of its product portfolio and showcasing a series of tippers in the Pro 6000 and 8000 category.

Waking up to New Demand

The demand for crawler dozers is expected to be driven by the various government-sponsored infrastructure projects coming up in the country, and the new momentum in the mining industry.

WACKER Showcases silicones and polymer binders

At PAINT INDIA 2016, WACKER presented high performance silicones and polymer binders for challenging coatings and construction applications:

KYB-Conmat launches rack & pinion construction elevator

KYB-Conmat launched rack and pinion construction elevator at Excon 2015. The new rack and pinion elevator range of KYB-Conmat fit in all type of industrial and construction applications.

WACKER showcases binding solutions

At the second ?Myanmar Build & D?cor? in Yangon, Myanmar, WACKER presented a range of high-performance silicones and polymer binders for challenging coatings and construction applications: Wood impregnated with the new silicone resin emulsion SILRES? WH is protected against damp, moisture and damage caused by fungi and insects for an exceedingly long time.

TC Rental Climbing out of the Pit

Over the past two to three years, tower crane (TC) rental market has witnessed a nonstop down ward slump, most significantly driven by slowdown in realty sector. However, some market analysts and the rental players optimistically foresee a slight recovery mainly attributed to increased demand from commercial and industrial sectors, while others are highly pessimistic.

Versatility, reliability, durability and unmatched performance excite customer to choose CAT excavators

Traditionally, excavators with operating weight 10 to 24 tonne are classified as medium range and in the last five years, their sales constitute above 70 per cent of the total excavator sales, out of which 20-24 tonne category accounts for approximately 50 per cent and 10-15 tonne is approximately 20 per cent.

Diggies to Scoop the Growth Pie

Market indicators show visible signs of economic recovery and infrastructure development. Crawler excavator segment is expected to witness resurgence in sales from 2015 and is expected to grow to 26 per cent.

Volvo Penta joins up with Tesmec

Volvo Penta extends its reach in the construction industry partnering with Italian manufacturer Tesmec on its stringing machines.

Man-Machine Integration

User friendly Man-Machine Integration Systems in modern construction equipment are vital to achieve enhanced productivity, desired safety and substantially improving the overall equipment performance.

Our products are at least 3-10 per cent more fuel efficient

We are developing a new range power solution dedicated to the extreme high dust conditions in mining and construction applications, says Sanjeev Nimkar, Vice President and Business Head, Power, Industrial and Service, Kirloskar Oil Engines Ltd.

Atlas Copco introduces new Construction App

Atlas Copco Construction Technique Business Area is now launching an app for use with Apple and Android devices, tablets and smart phones. The new Construction App contains a huge store of information about Atlas Copco?s extensive range of products and services for the Construction sector.

Volvo FMX 440 8x4 Tipper

The new Volvo FMX is the best mining and construction truck in the Indian market. Just three years after the first Volvo FMX was launched, this new one is ready to take its place and will take performance and productivity to a whole new level.

Driving Progress

Volvo Trucks, the market leader in the European premium trucks market in India with over 65 per cent of market share has recently launched three new global platforms in India.

We are developing a new technology for hydraulic cylinders

The next five years will see a lot of changes in the Indian trucking industry and the one who is more innovative is going to lead the market,? says Sudhir Chaudhary, General Manager - Sales, Hyva (India).

Chicago Pneumatic Launched Generator Range

Chicago Pneumatic has expanded its portfolio of generator products with the launch of a new 50Hz and 60Hz stationary generator range. The robust and reliable CPSG stationary generators are designed for excellent durability, and incorporate

Tata Motors will continue to develop new products and upgrade its existing ones.

At Tata Motors, we strive to enhance our customers? experience, offering the unmatched benefit of a Tata truck, with best lifecycle cost, longer service runs and enhanced levels of driver comfort, resulting in best-in-class profitability and lowest payback period for operators, says Vinod Sahay, Head (Sales and Marketing), Medium and Heavy Commercial Vehicles, Tata Motors. Excerpts of the interview.

We enjoy a monopoly in some segments because of the matchless attributes we offer.

Moba has rich expertise in mobile automation backed up by robust electronics, sensors with high quality, and strong technical application knowledge which has enabled Moba to build solutions which are effective, reliable and easy to operate. Such systems demand the withstanding the highest degree of vibration, exposure to dust, water and heat

CIFA, back with a bang

CIFA, merged with Zoomlion five years ago, is back with a bang celebrating its 85th birthday. Half a century ago, CIFA developed the world's 1st concrete pump and created a new area of the concrete machinery in the world

Kohler? partners with equipment manufacturer JCB

Kohler? Engines and Italy-based Lombardini - a Kohler? Company, has begun manufacturing its KDI engines for British construction equipment company JCB.

Genie is the market leader in access equipment across the globe

Terex have a complete range of products for safe and efficient working at various heights and reaches, and we follow the best safety norms applicable in access equipment in the world. Our products strictly comply with all relevant safety standard for access equipment in accordance with the American National Standard Institute (ANSI)/EN-280,

A Tough Performer

The Construck Prima range of tippers from Tata Motors is especially suited to provide the necessary momentum in the construction and mining sectors.

Allison Powers BEML BH100

BH100, the largest rear dump truck produced by BEML and equipped with Allison automatic is designed to deliver outstanding productivity, reliability and durability, along with an increased level of manoeuvrability, comfort and safety.BEML, the premier earthmoving equipment manufacturing company under the Ministry of Defence.

ECEL at Excon 2011

Escorts will be displaying fifteen of its recently launched products at Excon 2011. "The critical factors for success in this industry lie in the overall value proposition that one is delivering to its customers, besides of course product features, pricing and service support delivery.

Cat at the Heart of Gammon Projects

With a fleet of more than 80 Cat machines, Gammon banks on Caterpillar for smooth sailing, peak performance levels and timely completion of its infrastructure projects.

DuraForce to the Fore

Eaton has introduced DuraForce series pumps and motors for heavy-duty industrial and construction applications.

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