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JCB inaugurates new dealer branch in Hosur, Krishnagiri

the new JCB TRR automotive dealership branch employs over 30 employees

Bonfiglioli invests Rs 320 cr in India expansion

Bonfiglioli Transmissions, the Indian subsidiary of Bonfiglioli Group, a global leader in power transmission and drive solutions, celebrated a significant milestone with the foundation stone laying ceremony for its new industry and automation facility in Cheyyar, Tamil Nadu, and the inauguration of its technology and innovation hub in Chennai.

Bonfiglioli invests Rs 320 cr in India expansion

Lays foundation stone for global technology and innovation centre

Skill Up!

India’s major infrastructure projects highlight the urgent need for a skilled workforce

Bridging the Skill Gap

India’s major infrastructure projects highlight the urgent need for a skilled workforce.

Motul kicks off Sehat Ki Samriddhi initiative for auto mechanics

Exclusive CSR health camps in Varanasi, Lucknow and Ludhiana mark the beginning of a 9 month campaign

JK Tyre inaugurates 92nd brand shop in India for trucks

Indian tyre industry major and market leader in the radial tyre segment, JK Tyre & Industries inaugurated its 22nd brand shop in Tamil Nadu thereby further expanding their last mile presence in the country. T

JK Tyre inaugurates 92nd brand shop in India for trucks

Indian tyre industry major and market leader in the radial tyre segment, JK Tyre & Industries inaugurated its 22nd brand shop in Tamil Nadu thereby further expanding their last mile presence in the country.

JK Tyre inaugurates 92nd Brand Shop in India for trucks

Sets up one-stop solution for Commercial Vehicles (CV) in Thuraiyur, Tiruchirappalli

Business booming in India as MYCRANE platform makes strides in critical market

Lifting equipment sourced via MYCRANE deployed on pan-India basis

The demand for advanced technologies is growing

Senthil Balamanickam, Chief Executive Officer, Suryabala JCB, speaks on the emerging equipment types that the company foresees in the near future.

Schwing Stetter’s plantation drive extends across Tamil Nadu

The initiative’s goal is to plant 2,50,000 trees globally by 2023

“We got into dealership with JCB for eight districts in Tamil Nadu.”

Senthil Bala, Chief Executive Officer, Surya Bala JCB, speaks on the current market trends and demands for CE in the regions they represent.

ACMA organises Tech-Show for Chennai Metro Rail

ACMA, the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India, organised an exclusive Tech-Show for the Chennai Metro Rail (CMRL) spanning two days, May 17 and 18, 2023 at CMRL Depot in Chennai.

ELGi Sauer opens new manufacturing plant in Coimbatore

ELGI Sauer Compressors, the joint venture between Elgi Equipments and the German-based Sauer Compressors Group, expanded operations by opening a new manufacturing facility in Kallappalayam, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.

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.

Schwing Stetter unveils silver jubilee logo and tagline

They will create sustained growth and profitability for stakeholders

“Majority of our equipment functions on diesel.”

Jaideep Shekhar, Managing Director, Terex India, speaks on the investment made in the Indian market.

“Majority of our equipment functions on diesel.”

Jaideep Shekhar, Managing Director, Terex India, speaks on the investment made in the Indian market.

Efficiency Drives Transmission Developments

The transmission system plays a vital role in equipment as the gearbox determines the performance and robustness of the equipment.

Schwing Stetter India will be launching 14 new products

VG Sakthikumar, Managing Director, Schwing Stetter India, speaks on the market for their products in India.

Liebherr crane helps install dome at Kudankulam N-plant

The dome of the unit 3 reactor building at the Kudankulam nuclear power plant was installed last week. The lifting was done by a Liebherr LR 11350 heavy crane in an operation that took about an hour and fifteen minutes.

We anticipate growth of 30 to 40 per cent this year

Ashutosh P Gokhale, Director, Oilmax Systems, speaks on Oilmax Systems and its offerings for the construction equipment industry.

XCMG launches 7th edition of apprentice programme

XCMG, the 3rd largest construction machinery company in the world, is beginning their seventh edition of the annual large-scale integrated Marketing Creative Event, XCMG Apprentice, called “XCMG Time Traveler”.

XCMG launches 7th edition of apprentice programme

The annual large-scale integrated marketing creative event is called XCMG Time Traveler

JK Tyre expands retail network in Tamil Nadu

Indian tyre industry major and the market leader in the truck bus radial segment, JK Tyre & Industries, inaugurated a new JK Tyre truck wheel centre in Pattanur, Tamil Nadu.

Chennai MRTS and Metro Rail have been merged by Indian Railways

Due to massive losses and a lack of cooperation between the two administrations the Southern Railway of Indian Railways (IR) has given its in-principle approval for a long-awaited merger proposal of the Chennai Mass Rapid Transit System with Chennai Metro Rail.

The crushing equipment industry has reached its peak.”

Titan Crushing Equipment is focused on the aggregate and infrastructure industry. The company designs and manufactures equipment under the brand name – Diamond Crushers. The company specialises in producing jaw crusher, which is widely used in mining, quarry, and material handling. Over these years, the company has gathered specialists and experience in designing and manufacturing various models of jaw crushers.

UP to create 2,600 km transmission network for green energy corridor

Uttar Pradesh to create a transmission network of 2,600 km which will cost over Rs 5,000 crore for the green energy corridor (GEC).

L&T awarded contracts for transportation infra biz

The transportation infrastructure business of Larsen & Toubro has secured various orders from prestigious clients.

MoRTH lays foundation stone of NH projects worth Rs 3,972 cr

The Minister of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), Nitin Gadkari, laid the foundation stone for National Highway (NH) Projects worth Rs 3,972 crore in Belgavi.

Vedanta to invest $15 bn in semiconductor, display unit ventures

The Vedanta Group, led by Anil Agarwal, is preparing for two individual ventures which may witness investments of around $15 billion in chip and display manufacturing space across the country.

We plan to move to electric

Customer satisfaction is important in any business. We were in constant touch with our customers by keeping their focus on our business by contacting them and offering solutions.

Chennai Port-Maduravoyal expressway sees revival

All decks have been cleared under PM Gati Shakti to revive the stalled Chennai Port-Maduravoyal Elevated Expressway for boosting Chennai’s infrastructure.The 20.6 km double-decker elevated corridor will be constructed with an estimated cost of Rs 5,770 crore.

Satyakam Arya Appointed as Chairman of CII, Tamil Nadu State Council

Satyakam Arya has been at the helm of DICV’s commercial vehicle operations since 2018.

Leveraging Technology

Through Technovation 2022, Schwing Stetter exhibited the concept of innovation through technology in the concrete and construction industries across the country.

SANY strengthens & consolidates presence in Tamil Nadu

Sany India, a leading manufacturer of construction equipment and heavy machinery, further strengthened their presence in Tamil Nadu by opening a full-fledged company owned and company operated (COCO) 4 S outlet in Tiruchirappalli.

SANY strengthens & consolidates presence in Tamil Nadu

Inaugurates company operated dealership model in Tiruchirappalli

Sakthi Kumar of Schwing Stetter: I expect this to be our best year

Schwing Stetter is the name synonymous in the concrete equipment segment. Over the years, the company has introduced several path-breaking products in the Indian concrete pumping industry such as SP8800 concrete pumps, CP 30 batching plants and the 10 cu m truck mixers, which became synonymous within the RMC industry.

Sakthi Kumar of Schwing Stetter: I expect this to be our best year

VG Sakthi Kumar, MD of Schwing Stetter, on new manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu, and role of automation in construction equipment.

Schwing Stetter India to start Operator Skill Training Programme

Schwing Stetter India, a leading manufacturer of concrete, construction, and mining equipment, has launched its Operator Skill Training Program, which aims to train over 10,000 young people in the use of concrete and construction machines.

At CASE, our backhoe loaders are replete with advanced features

Backhoe loaders are one of the most popular and in demand construction equipment currently, accounting to nearly 65 per cent of the construction equipment segment in India.

Schwing Stetter India to start Operator Skill Training Programme

The programme aims to train over 10,000 young people in the use of concrete and construction machines.

BPE plans to ramp up channel presence in Southern market

At present BPE has 39 active channel partners and aim to appoint 100+ partners by the end of 2022. BPE will be hiring manpowerin the senior management, technical support and sales.

A powerful transmission

Transmission, a key component in a construction equipment vehicle, plays a major role to the functionality of the vehicle, especially in the high frequency and heavy application.

Vedanta BALCO’s 100-bedded Covid field hospital operationalised

The 100-bedded state-of-the-art hospital shall provide critical care support to COVID patients, aiding state government’s efforts

Schwing Stetter India joins the fight against Covid-19

Schwing Stetter India, one of the largest manufacturers of concreting and construction equipment’s across the country, announced that it has converted a floor in one of its existing building of its factories – F75 unit in Sri Perumbadur into a Covid care centre.

Eicher observes National Road Safety month

Eicher Trucks & Buses, part of VE Commercial Vehicles Limited, participated actively in the National Road Safety month from 18th of January till 17th of February across the country.

BKT Tires partners with 7 IPL teams

Balkrishna Industries (BKT Tires), the Indian multinational group and leading global player in the Off-Highway tire market has just announced that it will be sponsoring seven teams in the upcoming cricket league for Season 2021.

Eicher observes National Road Safety month

Eicher Trucks & Buses, part of VE Commercial Vehicles Limited, participated actively in the National Road Safety month from 18th of January till 17th of February across the country.

Improving machine performance

Improving overall equipment effectiveness is always a challenge.

Eicher observes National Road Safety month

As part of the drive, Eicher organised 400 activities across 19 states, spread in 46 cities, to raise awareness level on road safety among different stakeholders, covering 27,000+ people including students.

BKT Tires partners with 7 IPL teams

BKT Tires will be the official tyre partners for Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings, Delhi Capitals, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Kolkata Knight Riders, Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals in the forthcoming T-20 League.

Ashok Leyland to reduce carbon footprint by 60%

Ashok Leyland, the flagship Company of the Hinduja Group and India’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, announced that it has increased the sourcing of clean energy to 60 per cent for its countrywide operations.

Schwing Stetter inaugurates IoT enabled, energy efficient facility in TN

Schwing Stetter India, one of the largest manufacturers of concreting and construction equipment’s across the country, inaugurated its fifth manufacturing facility in Cheyyar, Tamil Nadu.

Technological upgrades are perennial part of CE industry: Sandeep Mathur of CASE

Sandeep Mathur, Brand Leader, CASE India, speaks on the current scenario of motor graders in India, and the upcoming digital technologies in motor graders.

Ashok Leyland reduces its carbon footprint by 60 %

Ashok Leyland reduces its carbon footprint by 60 %

Schwing Stetter inaugurates manufacturing facility in Cheyyar

Schwing Stetter inaugurates manufacturing facility in Cheyyar

We focus on off-highway sector and want to grow with this

Balkrishna Industries (BKT) is a homegrown multinational player with a strong presence in the off-highway tyres globally. With the Indian market growing faster, the company is gradually increasing its sales in India which otherwise is majorly focusing on export market. Rajiv Poddar, Joint Managing Director, BKT shares more on the company and the market scenario.

Allcargo Logistics reaches out to COVID-19 affected in Tamil Nadu

Allcargo Logistics has been involved in a number of welfare initiatives to support communities and healthcare fraternity at a time when the country is witnessing unprecedented times.

DICV to expand production at Chennai facility

Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Tamil Nadu to invest Rs 22.77 billion at its Oragadam plant.

Highway construction yet to pick up: CRISIL

According to a CRISIL Research report, the highway construction in the country is yet to gather momentum in spite of the relaxation for construction sector across the country.

DICV to expand production at Chennai facility

DICV signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Tamil Nadu.

Budget cuts by states to adversely affect construction contractors: ICRA

The overall capex budgeted by states for FY2021 is likely to witness steep cut.

Highway construction yet to pick up: CRISIL

The highway construction in the country is yet to gather momentum in spite of the relaxation for construction sector in the country.

Schwing Stetter India supports migrant workers amidst COVID-19 lockdown

The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on the migrant workers working in Tamil Nadu?s industrial facilities. As most factories are grinding to a halt, millions of such workers are left vulnerable.

Eicher Group pledges support to fight COVID 19 pandemic

Eicher Group has pledged its commitment and contribution towards aid for the unprecedented crisis caused due to the Coronavirus pandemic outbreak in India.

Indo-German Engineering Trade in 2019

India is the second-largest sales market in Asia for the German engineering industry.

KEC International wins new contracts

KEC International, a global infrastructure EPC major, has secured new orders of Rs 10.25 billion across its various businesses.

THE ROAD AHEAD

The roads and highways sector is expected to bounce back soon with the government's corrective measures to combat slowdown and the large number of projects planned in the coming years. The road equipment players are bullish on the future growth prospects.

Terex celebrates a decade of success in India

Terex is celebrating 10 years of successful operations in India with the announcement of new expansion plans for its 45-acre site in Hosur, Tamil Nadu facility to drive Terex?s next growth phase in India.

Doosan Bobcat opens new production facility

Spread across 21.6 acre near Chennai, the new facility has an annual production capacity of 8,000 units.

Doosan Bobcat opens new manufacturing facility in India

Doosan Bobcat India (DBIN), the wholly owned subsidiary of Doosan Bobcat Inc, announced the inauguration and commencement of operation from its first manufacturing facility in India, in Tamil Nadu located in the outskirts of Chennai.

Schwing Stetter India signs MoU with Tamil Nadu Government

Schwing Stetter India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Tamil Nadu Government during the Global Investors Meet 2019 held in Chennai on January 23 and 24, 2019.

Caterpillar unveils new excavator portfolio

Caterpillar India announced the launch of its next generation 20-ton class excavators, Cat 320D3 and Cat 323D3 to cater to the Indian construction industry. The new machines are manufactured at its Thiruvallur manufacturing plant in Tamil Nadu, India.

Ports of Opportunities

Capacity expansion plans at Indian ports is giving a renewed hope for port equipment players. Many port operators are acquiring new equipment as part of modernisation and expansion of handling capacities at these ports.

Caterpillar launches next-generation 20-ton excavator portfolio

Caterpillar India announced the launch of its next generation 20-ton class excavators, Cat 320D3 and Cat 323D3 to cater to the Indian construction industry. The new machines are manufactured at its Thiruvallur manufacturing plant in Tamil Nadu, India.

Crushing capacity creation needed

Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari informed in Lok Sabha that projects for constructing 6,320 km of road have been awarded under the first phase of the Bharatmala project, with the financial implication estimated to be Rs 1.44 trillion.

SAMIL opens automall facility in Salem

Shriram Automall India (SAMIL) has inaugurated its 74th automall facility in Salem with an aim to serve growing used vehicles and equipment in the city and nearby areas.

Swaraj Tractors introduces new tractor series

Swaraj Tractors, a part of the Mahindra Group, launched an all new tractor platform in the high power category, ranging from 60 HP to 75 HP.

Nord Drivesystems signs MoU with Bannari Amman Institute

The Bannari Amman Institute of Technology (BIT) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NORD Drivesystems India Pvt Ltd for information sharing and providing training opportunities for students. The college program focuses areas like gearboxes, industrial drives and related technologies.

Air audit helps textile companies save 43 per cent energy cost

Elgi Equipments Limited announced the outcome of its successful partnership with Indian Texpreneurs Federation (ITF), one of the largest textile groups in South India. ELGi?s air audit program helped ITF member companies to reduce average compressed air energy costs up to 43 per cent.

BorgWarner develops new EGR coolers for CVs

To support commercial vehicle (CV) manufacturers in meeting current and future emissions regulations, BorgWarner has developed an economical new series of multi-platform exhaust gas re-circulation (EGR) coolers featuring a compact floating core.

Gates organises reach-out campaign for Tamil Nadu region

To support One India Gates Vision 2020, Gates organised ?Reach-out? campaign for Tamil Nadu region. Under this campaign, a road show was hosted by Gates team and its authorised distributor India Hydraulics, towards channel engagement and empowerment.

ICEMA Wins,Ban Dropped

Recently, the Supreme Court heard an application by the Indian Construction Equipment Manufacturers' Association (ICEMA) and the Tractor Manufacturers' Association (TMA) as they sought a clarification on the ban on the registration of BS-III vehicles after March 31, 2017.

Shriram Automall opens new facility in Hosur

Shriram Automall India (SAMIL) inaugurated its first facility in Hosur, the sixth in Tamil Nadu Zone and 27th in South India. The Hosur facility, which is the 68th Automall facility of SAMIL, is strategically located in the industrial area which is near Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka border and expands through Big Vegetable Market Hub. The newest Automall spreads over an area of four acres of land and will satisfy the demand in the area for vehicles primarily the LCV, HGV & SGV.

Keeping business on CAREtrack

Shirur Dolomite Mines (SDM), has been in the business of mining for over 16 years. Operating its own mechanised dolomite in Shirur village, the company has contributed immensely to two major industries of the country, steel and glass.

Product SHOWCASE

BAUMA CONEXPO INDIA 2016 was the right platform for the exhibitors to unveil their cutting-edge products, technologies and solutions. Many exhibitors launched their new technologies and products at the expo, while others showcased their industry leading solutions.

Committed to Energy Efficiency

ExxonMobil Lubricants participated as a technical partner at Confederation of Indian Industry?s (CII) third edition of workshops with industry associations and technical discussions with Accredited Energy Auditors across multi-cities.

Our vision is to have about 75 plants in India in the next 4-5 years

Elematic is already a world leader in precast technology. We also have the majority share in the Indian market with 20 plants supplied and installed all over India.

New office bearers elected for CII-Tamil Nadu State Council

Ramesh Kymal, Chairman & Managing Director, Gamesa Renewable Pvt Ltd, Chennai, has been elected as Chairman of CII Tamil Nadu State Council for the year 2016-17.

Caterpillar Launches New Products and Solutions

Caterpillar announced the launch of its popular B3 series skid steer loader (SSL) in the Indian market at Excon 2015.

Caterpillar launches new products and solutions

Caterpillar announced the launch of its popular B3 series skid steer loader (SSL) in the Indian market at Excon 2015.

Elofic Enters Industrial Filter Segment

Elofic Industries has a vast presence in India with 15 marketing offices, along with about 1,000 distributors and 30,000 retailers spread throughout the country.

Positive on Indian Market

Since 2007, Herrenknecht has been represented in India with its wholly owned subsidiary Herrenknecht India in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. There are about 90 employees to support projects and customers quickly and competently.

This year we expect to sell about 300 machines

We have been associated with Escorts for the past 25 years, starting with Escorts cranes representing them in Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Later we expanded our business to backhoe loaders, forklifts and road compactors. Now we deal in the full range of Escorts construction equipment in these two states.

We are the market leader in southern parts of India

Detroit Mining and Construction Equipment is a dealer for SDLG range of wheel loaders and motor graders for all the four states in South India. We have our corporate office in Hyderabad, with branches at Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada and Nellore.

The Road Ahead

The need for better infrastructure is pressing with India?s rapid urbanisation and burgeoning middle class. Some 590 million people will live in cities by 2030, and could account for 70 per cent of Indian GDP, according to a McKinsey report.

We are expecting good business in 2016

We foresee an increased activity in road projects after the announcement of Land reforms and increase in infrastructure developments in Tier 2 cities, says, G Srikumar, Managing Director, MS Engineers. Excerpts from the interview.

Pioneer in Quality Movement

Elofic Industries is one of the most reputed and renowned automotive filter manufacturing companies in the country. Established in 1951, the company has five modern filter manufacturing facilities, three at Faridabad in Haryana, fourth at Hosur in Tamil Nadu and the fifth at Nalagarh in Himachal Pradesh.

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