Charting growth path for road sector

The 13th India Roads Conference (IRC) – with the theme of "Road Construction Business: Establishing safe, sustainable, inclusive and intelligent road network in India” – explored new opportunities for stakeholders in the road construction business.

Record earnings for Volvo Construction Equipment in Q2 2023

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) proves it is performing today while transforming for tomorrow with record earnings for the second quarter 2023, alongside its continued investment into sustainable change.

Trelleborg acquires automotive boots market leader in India

Trelleborg Group has, through its business area Trelleborg Industrial Solutions, signed an agreement to acquire an operation specialising in automotive boots for the fast-growing Indian light vehicles market.

Trelleborg AB acquires automotive boots market leader in India

The company has its head office and manufacturing in Kanpur

Tamil Nadu CM to introduce third masterplan for Chennai by 2025

The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority (CMDA) is currently creating the vision document for the Chennai Metropolitan Area's third masterplan (2026-2046) which covers an area of 1189 sq km.

SKF declares financial results for Q1 FY22

The Board of Directors of SKF India, India’s leading technology and solutions provider of bearings and units, seals, lubrication, condition monitoring and services, approved the unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended June 30, 2021.

SKF India declares its financial results for Q1 FY22

The revenue from operations of the Company for the period was at Rs 6935.3 million as compared to Rs 3012.4 million in the previous year.

SKF India announces cost coverage of Covid-19 vaccination for all employees

In its commitment to ensure employee health and well-being, SKF India announced cost coverage for Covid-19 vaccination drive for all employees and their immediate family members as per the guidelines by the Government of India.

SKF India announces cost coverage of Covid-19 vaccination for all employees

Under the vaccination initiative, SKF India has urged its employees to register themselves and their immediate family members including spouse, children, and parents at the suitable government approved COVID vaccination centers to follow the process of receiving the vaccination.

Compact and Fuel-efficient

Three Liebherr R 920 crawler excavators have been working successfully in a South African mine.

New Sandvik Coromant Center in Pune

Sandvik Coromant India opened its new global meeting place in Pune for productivity, application, machining and research in manufacturing.

Eicher Group opens training academy for drivers

In an effort towards conducting skill development programmes for the driver community, Eicher Group Foundation, CSR arm of Eicher Group which includes VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV) inaugurated the first ever Eicher Academy for Drivers, at Indore.

Kiruna Wagon wins Swedish Steel Prize 2017

Kiruna Wagon from Sweden has won this year?s international Swedish Steel Prize. The prize is awarded for the company?s innovative wagon solution, the Helix Dumper. Kiruna Wagon has used high-strength steel to develop a highly durable and far more efficient wagon solution than other ore wagons on the market.?

In Race for Swedish Steel Prize 2017

JMG Cranes has been named a finalist for the Swedish Steel Prize 2017 for developing the MC 580, a new pick and carry crane that is best in class, with a high payload and an easy to transport design.

Green, Greener, Greenest

At a time when the government is focusing on the next level of emission compliance in on-road and off-road vehicles, EQUIPMENT INDIA explores how the market is getting ready to comply with the latest norms.

Volvo CE posts improved performance in Q4

Volvo Construction Equipment registered a strong performance by the end of 2016, with market share gains in the larger, more profitable machine segments and net order intake increased by 35 per cent, while deliveries were up by 19 per cent to 10,639 machines.

Volvo CE sees improved performance in Q4

CE Concepts will Change the Way

Volvo CE unveiled prototypes of furistic concepts, at the recently held Xploration Forum in Sweden to drive sustainability and change in industry.Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) showcased a range of futuristic concepts and innovations during the impressive Xploration Forum organised at their Customer

Compact Double-acting Piston Seal

A new ?best-in-class? seal for hydraulic cylinders with the ability to ?thrive in unforgiving conditions? has been launched by Trelleborg Sealing Solutions. The Zurcon? Glyd Ring? D comes with a combination of performance and service

Wirtgen Slipform Pavers in Building New Airport

Ulaanbaatar is the hub for the rising economy and centre of expansion for trade and industry. Mongolia is also the world?s second largest landlocked country and depends on aircraft traffic bringing in and taking out passengers and cargo.

Trelleborg's CGS Holding acquisition finalised

Trelleborg has finalised the acquisition of CGS Holding a.s.-a privately-owned company with leading positions in agricultural, industrial and specialty tyres as well as engineered polymer solutions.

Alimak bags construction hoists orders

Alimak Group received two orders for construction elevators in India to be delivered during the first and second quarter of 2016. The total order value is SEK21 million.

Alimak wins SEK17 mn order in Turkey

Alimak Group has received a SEK 17 million order in Turkey for 23 construction hoists to be delivered during the fourth quarter of 2015.

Volvo CE awarded SEK 59 mn grant

Volvo CE has been awarded a SEK 59 million grant from the Swedish Energy Agency to develop new technology connected to electro-mobility which could transform the construction equipment industry.

Sandvik Secures Major Mining Systems Order in South Africa

Sandvik Mining has been awarded a major materials handling contract to South Africa. The value of the contract exceeds 600 million SEK and was booked in the second quarter of 2015. It will be executed and contribute to Sandvik Mining's business for the period of the years 2015 until 2017.

Volvo CE Awarded SEK 59 Million Grant

Volvo Construction Equipment has been awarded a SEK 59 million grant from the Swedish Energy Agency to develop new technology connected to electro-mobility which could transform the construction equipment industry.

Flat Q1 sales for Sandvik Construction

Sandvik Construction had sales of SEK 2.14 billion ($254 million) in the first quarter of the year.

Volvo?s Q4 results fall

Volvo CE has posted a 13 per cent drop in fourth quarter construction revenues. Figures for the period stood at SEK12,277 (-?1.3 billion), against SEK13,005 (-?1.38 billion) for 2013, with its annual total being SEK52, 855 (-?5.59 billion), compared to SEK53,437 (-?5.6 billion) recorded in the same period for the previous year.

Sandvik Construction sales slip

Sandvik Construction?s sales for the second quarter of 2014 were down three per cent compared to last year at SEK 2.28 billion ($335 million). Operating profits came in at SEK 51 million ($7.5 million), a drop of 64 per cent on last year, for a margin of just 2.3 per cent.

Volvo CEs Q2 revenues down

Volvo Construction Equipment?s revenues for the second quarter (Q2)of the year were down by 9 per cent compared to the same period last year at SEK 14.6 billion ($2.14 billion).

Volvo CE completes acquisition of Terex hauler business

Volvo Construction Equipment finalised the acquisition of the hauler business from Terex for $160 million, (approximately SEK 1 billion). The deal includes the main production facility in Motherwell

Volvo CE sales jump 10persantage in Q1

THE first three months of 2014 saw improved earnings on the back of higher sales at Volvo CE. With deliveries up and a new range of Tier 4 Final/Stage IV compliant models launched, the company saw most growth in mature markets. Much of the improvements during the period came from higher sales of smaller machines, while larger machine sales remained relatively subdued.

Volvo CE Completes the Acquisition of the Hauler Business from Terex

Volvo Construction Equipment finalized the acquisition of the hauler business from Terex for USD 160 M, (approximately SEK 1 billion). The deal includes the main production facility in Motherwell, Scotland and two product ranges that offer both rigid and articulated hauler

Volvo CE new tech centred

Volvo CE has opened a new technology centre in Jinan, China. At the 50,000 sq m site its engineers will focus on developing machines and components for customers in emerging markets. The SEK 270 million ($ 42 million) centre features design offices, workshops, two testing buildings and a test track. Both finished machines and components will be tested at the centre

Volvo CEs new tech centred

Volvo CE has opened a new technology centre in Jinan, China. At the 50,000 sq m site its engineers will focus on developing machines and components for customers in emerging markets. The SEK 270 million ($ 42 million) centre features design offices, workshops, two testing buildings and a test track. Both finished machines and components will be tested at the centre.

Volvo CE shows 9 pc growth

A slowly recovering global market helped Volvo Construction Equipment round off 2013 with sales up by three per cent in the fourth quarter, deliveries up by nine per cent and an improved market share, especially in compact equipment, while demand in the mining segment remains soft. In the fourth quarter of 2013, Volvo CE reported that net sales increased by three per cent to SEK 13,005 compared to SEK 12,572 in the same period of the preceding year.

Sandvik bags Australian order

Sandvik Mining has been awarded a major material handling contract in Australia. The value of the contract exceeds SEK 450 million and will be executed and contribute to Sandvik Mining?s business for the period of the years 2014 until 2016. The order for the project includes engineering, procurement and construction of two bucket-wheel stacker/reclaimers for coal handling with stacking capacity of 8,600 tonnes per hour and reclaiming capacity of 7,250 tonnes per hour.

Sandvik Construction sales dip

Sandvik Construction?s sales for the fourth quarter of the year were down by -7 per cent to SEK 2.17 billion ($332 million). The division recorded an operating loss of SEK 223 million ($34 million) for the three months, compared to SEK 83 million ($13 million) profits for the same period last year.

Volvo CE net sales up

In the fourth quarter of 2013, Volvo CE reported a net sales increase by 3 per cent to SEK 13,005 compared to SEK 12,572 in the same period of the preceding year. When adjusted for currency movements, net sales increased further to six per cent. These improved figures are largely due to higher sales of smaller equipment, helping to boost deliveries by 9 per cent during the quarter.

Sandvik Group to optimise supply chain

The Sandvik Group?s supply chain is to be optimised, reducing the number of production units from the current 150 to 125 over the next three to four years. The initial phase aimed at optimising the supply chain affects about ten production units, predominantly in Europe.

Volvo CE to acquire hauler business from Terex

Slowdown or not - companies that have been sowing for the much-awaited upturn seems busy in product diversification - be it through in-house development or through the acquisition route.

Volvo opens factory in Russia

VOLVO Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has inaugurated a news 20,660 sq m excavator factory in Kaluga, Russia. The SEK 350 million ($52 million) facility is Volvo CE's first factory in Russi.

Sandvik bags MH orders

Sandvik Mining has secured major material handling (MH) contracts in South America and Australia. The combined value of the contracts exceeds SEK950 million. The orders include design and supply of conveying systems with a total length of 8.9 km.

Reaching new heights

Wilfried Theissen is the Managing Director at Putzmeister Concrete Machines. He started his career with Spadel Belgium and GB in 1986. In 1995, he joined Sekurit Saint Gobain and till 1997 he served as Director Quality and Program.

Sandvik reviews new strategy implementation

The new Sandvik strategy presented in September 2011 laid out the path toward a strengthened market leadership position based on four cornerstones: ambition, speed, focus and global/local. The strategy has subsequently been implemented successfully and according to plan. Recent strategic reviews have revealed additional potential for structural improvements in several business areas.

New Trelleborg Facility

Trelleborg inaugurates a new facility to support continued growth in India?s rail, off- highway, energy and telecommunications industries.Trelleborg, a leading developer and manufacturer of industrial anti-vibration systems and specialty moulded components, recently opened its new, state-of-the-art facility in Bengaluru.

New Trelleborg Facility

Trelleborg inaugurates a new facility to support continued growth in India?s rail, off- highway, energy and telecommunications industries.Trelleborg, a leading developer and manufacturer of industrial anti-vibration systems and specialty moulded components, recently opened its new, state-of-the-art facility in Bengaluru.

Good progress for Sandvik

According to Sandvik?s President and CEO Olof Faxander, overall demand remained favourable in the second quarter of the year for the majority of Sandvik?s customer segments.

Sandvik report

With the exception of certain segments, the business climate was positive in the third quarter and favourable development was reported for order intake and invoiced sales. While both Sandvik Mining and Construction and Sandvik Tooling registered high demand.

Volvo CE to invest SEK 350 M

As part of its ongoing expansion in developing markets, Volvo Cons?truction Equipment (Volvo CE) has announced that it will build a new excavator plant in Kaluga, Russia. The new plant will be built on the 15 hectares of land Volvo acquired in 2007

Scania unveils new engines

Scania is now prepared to start delivering trucks with engines that comply with the European emission standards (Euro 6) which are being introduced in December 2013.

Kamaz bags 100 tippers order

Kamaz Vectra Motors has been awarded a major contract for a total of 100 tippers by two major customers during the Bauma Conexpo internaional exhibition first time held in Mumbai.

World's Largest Test Rig

Volvo's engineers are investing heavily towards achieving weight optimisation of their trucks from the wheels up. The largest test rig in the world helps Volvo achieve this goal.