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Power Under Pressure

Hydraulic hoses are the lifelines of construction equipment, powering machines to move earth, lift loads, and shape our urban landscapes.

Liebherr tower cranes renovate bridge in Spain

The company finished the 2023 business year with a record revenue of Euro 14,042 mn.

Booming Demand

Industrial cranes are witnessing a soaring demand as they play a crucial role in various sectors, from construction to logistics, contributing to India's infrastructural growth.

OEMs are evaluating multiple options of adopting alternate fuel.”

BKR Prasad – General Manager, Marketing, Tata Hitachi Construction Equipment

We aim to maintain a steady pace of growth, despite potential disruptions

PV Ramdev, Managing Director, Everest Engineering Equipment

Automation and the embrace of technology

Telematics and IoT are other aspects of automation that are finding their way in construction equipment.

Recent past sees significant IoT development for remote and health equipment monitoring

BKR Prasad, General Manager – Marketing, Tata Hitachi Construction Machinery

R&D serves as the cornerstone of Netradyne’s strategic approach

Amit Kumar, Sr Director – Marketing, Netradyne Technology, speaks on the company’s flagship product – Driver•i – and how it contributes to enhancing fleet and driver safety.

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.

Boost on the cards for auto components?

The Indian automotive industry sector has a positive outlook for the upcoming Budget, with expectations for updates on the FAME 3 scheme, PLI sops, and GST revision.

We are committed to staying ahead of emission standards

Vasanth Thangavelu, General Manager – Marketing Deployment (Commercial), ExxonMobil Lubricants, speaks on the company's key offerings for the construction and mining sector.

Grading the Future

As the demand for advanced road networks and improved connectivity continues to surge, the clamor for motor graders in the construction industry is reaching unprecedented heights.

Revolutionising Industrial Sustainability

Modern industries are integrating the practice of drawing periodic oil samples to meticulously track the condition of lubricants and machine health

In the next three to five years, we plan to double our business

Sanjay Prasad, Managing Director, Liebherr India

Our focus is on reducing the use of heavy CE

PV Ramdev, Managing Director, Everest Engineering Equipment

R&D is crucial for staying ahead of market trends

Gajanan V Gandhe, Country Lead and Vice President, Dana India Sandeep Khullar, Executive Director, Off Highway & Commercial Vehicle, Dana India

SANY India Celebrates Milestone Achievement of 30,000 Machines in Operation

SANY India has been a pioneer in the Indian construction machinery industry.

SANY India Celebrates Milestone Achievement of 30,000 Machines in Operation

SANY India has been a pioneer in the Indian construction machinery industry.

CAT to develop hydrogen-hybrid solution for off-highway vehicles

Caterpillar announced the launch of a three-year programme to demonstrate an advanced hydrogen-hybrid power solution built on its new Cat® C13D engine platform.

Driving Dynamics

Hydraulic motors are integral to the driving dynamics of construction equipment, providing the necessary power, precision, and control for a wide range of applications.

We will be focusing on enhancing efficiency and reliability

Rajiv Poddar, Joint Managing Director, Balkrishna Industries Ltd

Our focus is on introducing cutting-edge electric machines

Sanjay Saxena, COO, Sany India and South Asia

We are also growing in the concrete pump segment

KYB Conmat, with over 13 years of experience in the industry, is one of India’s leading manufacturers of concrete equipment and holds a top three position in most segments, including batching plants, paving machines, transit mixers, and self-loading mixers. Kalpesh Soni, Vice President – Marketing, KYB Conmat, speaks on how his company is hearing up for Excon 2023.

Innovations in CE to Meet Tomorrow’s Infra Needs

The significance of construction equipment cannot be overstated, as it drives efficiency, precision, and safety across projects of all magnitudes. Within the construction equipment industry, innovation is the crucial cornerstone for tackling evolving challenges and achieving sustainability objectives, says Shalabh Chaturvedi, Managing Director - India & SAARC, CASE Construction Equipment

CAT to develop hydrogen-hybrid solution for off-highway vehicles

The project will leverage the versatile new Cat® C13D engine platform.

Schneider Electric expands Bengaluru presence

Schneider Electric India, a subsidiary of the French multinational, has leased approximately 048 mn sq ft of office space in Bengaluru's Outer Ring Road (ORR) area from Bagmane, a real estate developer.

Tata Motors unveils facilities for development of Hydrogen propulsion technologies

Tata Motors unveils facilities for development of Hydrogen propulsion technologies

We focus on embedding sustainability into design and manufacturing

Mukul Dixit, Director – Sales & Marketing, Global Construction Industries (GCI), Caterpillar India, speaks on various models of new-age excavators launched by the company, and how are these excavators equipped to deal with intricate projects.

No Bumps in the Road

India has been investing significantly in infrastructure development, including the construction of roads, highways, and expressways. This investment has driven the demand for road construction equipment.

Innovations in CE to Meet Tomorrow’s Infra Needs

The significance of construction equipment cannot be overstated, as it drives efficiency, precision, and safety across projects of all magnitudes. Within the construction equipment industry, innovation is the crucial cornerstone for tackling evolving challenges and achieving sustainability objectives, says Shalabh Chaturvedi, Managing Director - India & SAARC, CASE Construction Equipment.

Concrete equipment sector has been quick to embrace advanced tech.”

Ramesh Babbar, President and Director, Columbia Machine Engineering, speaks on the company’s approach to innovation and technology.

The mineral’s demand is likely to increase by 3 per cent

Kirity Kumar, Business Segment Manager – Operating Solutions, Quaker Houghton, speaks on the types of products manufactured by the company for mining and other related industries.

Building the Future

The market for wheel loaders is seeing fresh traction due to the buoyancy in road construction activities. Fresh off take of coal due to a surge in thermal power production is adding to the demand.

The concrete equipment sector has been quick to embrace advanced technologies

Ramesh Babbar, President and Director, Columbia Machine Engineering, speaks on the company’s approach to innovation and technology.

VECV, IIT Indore ink MoU for tech development and upskilling

The tie-up will cover joint research, exchange of tech information

Caterpillar: In step with India’s progress since 1930

Caterpillar has actively participated in diverse infrastructure and construction projects in India, bolstering the country’s development in infrastructure, mining, and energy sectors.

Avant Launches New Electric Loaders – the e527 and e513

Avant Tecno has unveiled two new fully electric loader models, the Avant e527 and Avant e513, equipped with the company’s proprietary battery technology.

Avant Tecno unveils electric loader with Proprietary Battery Technology

OptiTemp batteries are available in 27kWh and 13kWh

“We work very closely with mining companies.”

BKR Prasad, General Manager – Marketing, Tata Hitachi Construction Machinery, speaks on the types of mining equipment offered by the company.

Unleashing the hidden potential

The undercarriage parts market in India is expected to continue growing due to ongoing infrastructure projects, and the demand for reliable heavy machinery.

Tyres are integral to any OTR equipment design

Rajiv Poddar, Joint Managing Director, Balkrishna Industries, speaks on the company's approach to sustainability.

On a high growth path

The government's focus on infrastructure development is expected to drive the demand for mini construction equipment.

On a high growth path

The government's focus on infrastructure development is expected to drive the demand for mini construction equipment.

Our SSL is one of best compact machines in its class with best TCO

Amar Chauhan, National Head - Construction Equipment Products, Manitou India, speaks on the company's competitive advantage in the mini construction equipment market.

Mini excavators are in high demand due to rapid urbanisation

E. Moses, Executive Vice President, Division Head, Kobelco Construction Equipment India, speaks on different models and specifications of mini equipment offered by the company.

Tata Motors, Cummins collab for low- to zero-emissions technologies

Global power leader, Cummins Inc announced that it has signed a definitive agreement with Tata Motors (TML) to manufacture a range of low- to zero-emissions technology products in India over the next few years.

Caterpillar displays latest range of hydraulic excavators at its customer meeting

Cat® dealer, Gmmco, organised a one-day customer meeting at GMR Arena in Hyderabad, on 8 May 2023, to showcase the latest range of next-gen cat large hydraulic excavators.

Danfoss to develop more 'Made in India' products

Danfoss India, a subsidiary of Denmark-based Danfoss, has drawn up plans to increase manpower and develop more 'Made in India' products to serve the local market, a top official has said.

Tata Motors appoints Inchcape as distributor of CVs in Thailand

Tata Motors, one of the world’s leading automotive manufacturers, has announced its partnership with Inchcape plc, a leading global automotive distributor, as their distributor for their commercial vehicles in Thailand.

Cummins, Tata Motors collab to power a cleaner India with low- to zero-emissions technologies

Cummins Inc. and Tata Motors strengthen their 30- year alliance to power a cleaner India with low- to zero-emissions technologies for mobility solutions

CASE demonstrates ‘Made in India’ products

A visit to the CASE Construction Equipment factory in Pithampur provided an opportunity to witness the company's manufacturing process and its impact on the local community. Karthik Muthuveeran reports…

We are one of the front runners in embracing cutting-edge tech

Mukul Dixit, Director – Sales & Marketing, speaks on the role of technology in the motor grader industry, and how is Caterpillar leveraging this technology to benefit its customers.

TVS Eurogrip exhibits off-highway tyre range

TVS Eurogrip, one of the fastest-growing global brands in powered two-wheeler and three-wheeler tyres, and off-highway tyres, participated in ConExpo.

Perkins launches new power solution capabilities

At ConExpo, Perkins demonstrated smarter ways customers can cut development time and costs, spotlighting its next-generation integrated powertrain programme.

Tata Motors appoints Inchcape as distributor of CVs in Thailand

Tata Motors offers extensive range of sub 1-tonne to 55 tonne cargo vehicles and 10-seater to 51-seater mass mobility solutions

Liebherr: 2022 business year with new record turnover

Compared to the previous year, the company recorded a turnover growth of Euro 950 mn

Steering the market

Skid-steer loaders segment is one of the only few segments that has shown an increase in sales in 2022 as compared to 2021. The enormous growth in the market value of the construction sector will further fuel the nation's high demand for skid steer loaders.

Perkins launches new power solution capabilities

At ConExpo, Perkins demonstrated smarter ways customers can cut development time and costs, spotlighting its next-generation integrated powertrain programme.

Perkins launches new power solution capabilities

At ConExpo, Perkins demonstrated smarter ways customers can cut development time and costs, spotlighting its next-generation integrated powertrain programme.

TVS Eurogrip exhibits off-highway tyre range at CONEXPO

The New range of Construction products are the highlights of the display.

How to make construction S.Af.E.R?

The theme S.Af.E.R. stands for -- S: Sustainability; Af: Alternative Fuels; E: Electrification; and R: Rentals. The underlying premise of the theme is that integrating energy-efficient equipment and energy-saving technology in sustainable development initiatives can drastically cut energy use and harmful emissions.

Improving Construction Productivity

LiuGong is committed to offering sustainable solutions to its customers, and the company is actively working to reduce emissions, conserve resources, and improve efficiency in the construction and material handling industries

Paving the Way for Safer Future

Our R&D team puts a lot of effort into applying telematics to machines to make them smarter and help protect our environment, writes Dheeraj Panda.

Bringing sustainability to the fore

JCB has continued to make concerted efforts to conserve and optimise the use of energy.

Infra demand boosting rental market

The equipment rental market provides construction companies with access to the latest equipment and technology.

Progressive Outlook of the Indian CE Industry

Alternative fuels will be a fair play for the future of the CE industry as the Government is also pushing the same for making India self-reliant.

Sustainability at the Forefront

Going forward, product innovations will be at the core of Ammann’s sustainability efforts

Creating Compact Foundations

The upward trend of mechanisation in the construction and road-building industries is expected to drive the compaction equipment market in India.

Our products have a very promising market in India

Piero Guizzetti, CEO, MB Crusher India, speaks on the key products on display during bauma CONEXPO.

Manitou invests in battery company

Manitou Group has acquired an 82-percent stake in easyLi, which designs and produces lithium-ion batteries

Up-grading roads!

The road construction industry in India is undergoing a paradigm shift. Robust demand, higher investment and significant policy support in the road construction industry are driving the demand for motor graders in India.

ELGi celebrates 10 years of compressed air excellence in North America

ELGi Equipments, one of the world's leading air-compressor manufacturers, with over 62 years of compressed air excellence, announced that its Charlotte-based subsidiary company ELGi North America is celebrating ten years of its presence in the United States.

The importance of construction automation has grown rapidly

Himanshu Sharma, Head – Marketing & Corporate Communication, B&R Industrial Automation, speaks on the emerging technology trends in earthmoving equipment.

On track: double-digit growth

Distribution, digitisation and electrification are expected to be the key drivers of the earthmoving equipment industry in the coming years.

bauma to offer comprehensive supporting programme This year, in addition to the

This year, in addition to the exhibitors and their exhibits, bauma, which will take place from October 24 to 30 on the exhibition grounds in Munich, will offer a comprehensive supporting programme with many formats, some of which new. In this way, for one week bauma will once again act as the meeting point for the industry.

CASE crosses production milestone of 50,000th loader backhoe in India

CASE Construction Equipment, a brand of CNH Industrial, has crossed the production milestone of 50,000th Loader Backhoe, from its state-of-the-art facility in Pithampur, Madhya Pradesh.

CASE crosses production milestone of 50,000th loader backhoe in India

CASE Loader Backhoes are known for their versatility, reliability, productivity, flexibility, safety, and operator comfort.

bauma to offer comprehensive supporting programme

This year, bauma will take place from October 24 to 30 in Munich

Enhancing efficiency

India’s construction equipment market is growing quickly, and this is stimulating demand for bearings. The bearing industry is expected to grow at a rate of 9 to 10 per cent in the years ahead.

Escorts is now Escorts Kubota

Escorts and Kubota Corporation, Japan have decided to strengthen their partnership aligned to their vision of global leadership in farm mechanisation and spreading farming prosperity.

Escorts Limited is now Escorts Kubota

Escorts and Kubota Corporation, Japan have decided to strengthen their partnership aligned to their vision of global leadership in farm mechanization and spreading farming prosperity.

Gadkari inaugurates cold mixer paver and patch-fill machine

Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari inaugurated a unique first-of-its-kind mobile cold mixer cum paver and patch-fill machine which has been developed indigenously by Central Road Research Institute (CRRI) to repair potholes.

India & Germany signs pact for Indo-German Green Hydrogen Task Force

India and Germany have signed a joint declaration of intent on the Indo-German Green Hydrogen Task Force.

Don’t Compromise on Vibrating Screen Health

How partnering with a technical OEM for equipment monitoring can help the bottom line.

Electrification of CE is at a nascent stage

With the increasing climate change problem, our customers and construction equipment industries have become more environmentally conscious.

Towering up

Crawler cranes are expected to see a surge in demand with the spurt in infrastructure development projects.

Upgrading Technology

Commonly used to construct and maintain gravel and dirt roads, motor graders have also prepared building foundations and drainage ditches, making them popular with government agencies and contractors.

Why CE industry needs automation

The world is entering an age of robotics. Industrial robots have worked in the manufacturing sector for decades, and now they appear in most industries. Construction could be the next industry.

CCI approves Kubota Corporation's acquisition of equity in Escorts

The Competition Commission of India (CCI), the fair trade regulator, approved Kubota Corporation's acquisition of certain additional equity in Escorts.

Top popular construction equipment companies in India

The infrastructure sector has witnessed a rapid growth within the country. With many ongoing projects, nation is for sure going to taste its development soon, but along with it many industries associated with infrastructure has evolved. One such industry is the construction equipment industry.

Tata Motors delivers 60 Ultra Urban 9/9 electric buses to Ahmedabad Janmarg

Strengthening its commitment towards promoting sustainable mobility, Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, delivered 60 best-in-class electric buses to Ahmedabad Janmarg Limited (AJL).

Earthmoving equipment is a staple of the construction industry

Satin Sachdeva, Secretary General, Construction Equipment Rental Association (CERA) and member Global Rental Alliance (GRA)

Tata Motors delivers 60 Ultra Urban 9/9 electric buses to Ahmedabad Janmarg

The Tata Ultra Urban 9/9 AC buses were flagged off today at the Sabarmati River Front Event Centre, Ahmedabad by Chief Minister of Gujarat, Bhupendra Patel and Kiritkumar Parmar, Mayor of Ahmedabad, in the presence of dignitaries from the Gujarat State Government, AJL and Tata Motors.

Kubota increases its stake in Escorts

Escorts and Kubota, a global leader in tractor and machinery, have decided to strengthen their partnership in pursuit of their vision of global leadership in Agri Machinery.

Kubota increases its stake in Escorts

This partnership with Kubota will enable Escorts to have access to global best practices and state of the art research & development facilities.

SGL opens new lubricant plant in Sharjah

Siddharth Grease and Lubes Private Limited (SGL), a leading Indian manufacturer and supplier of lubricants, has opened its latest lubricant and grease plant built at an investment of AED50 million ($13.61 million) in Sharjah's Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA).

How automation is changing construction industry

The construction sector is huge, but famously stubborn in its adoption of new technology. That is changing as advances in construction automation continue apace… including the development of construction robotics solutions.

Improving Machine Productivity

While the pandemic affected all industries, it positively contributed to the bearings industry. By accelerating value chain processes, and building future capabilities, the industry quickly adapted to meet the demands.

We are committed to being a technological partner to CE OEMs

Pramod Francis, Head – Application Engineering, CCTY Bearing India

Liebherr achieves over Euro 10 bn in annual turnover

Despite the modest slowdown of the global economy, Liebherr registered a strong volume of orders in the first quarter of 2020. Starting at the end of the first quarter, the coronavirus pandemic began to affect business activities in many markets.

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