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Transforming Logistics

The India material handling equipment market is poised for significant growth, with expectations to reach substantial market size by 2027.

Preventing Costly Production Downtime in Mineral Processing

Any mineral production plant faces the challenges of maintaining the uptime of its equipment while reducing the cost of corrective maintenance.

Towards a Viksit Bharat @ 2047

Critical aspects of the Indian infrastructure sector such as roads & highways development, railway modernisation and infrastructure financing were discussed at the INFRASTRUCTURE TODAY Conclave: Towards a Viksit Bharat @ 2047

Earthmovers Surge Ahead

Earthmoving equipment sales soar 21 per cent in FY24, dominating the Indian construction equipment market.

Focus on Infra, Skilling

Experts agree that Budget 2024 aims for more inclusive growth, focusing on job formalisation, agricultural productivity, and MSME support

JK Tyre launch next-generation tyres for CVs

Indian tyre major and leader in Truck Bus Radial tyres, JK Tyre & Industries, introduced an advanced range of tyres designed to meet the evolving needs of the transportation sector.

JK Tyre launch next-generation tyres for commercial vehicles

JK Tyre's dedication to providing advanced, high-performance solutions that combine superior performance, economic benefits, and environmental responsibility.

H2 ICE is ideal for heavy-duty use, providing fuel efficiency

Cummins India is the country’s leading manufacturer of diesel and natural gas engines. Nitin Jirafe, Engine Business Leader, Cummins India, speaks on advantages of using hydrogen internal combustion engines over concventional internal combustion engines

The mini excavator market is expected to grow significantly

Case Construction Equipment sells and supports a full line of high-performance construction equipment. The company’s Managing Director Shalabh Chaturvedi speaks on the factors that drive the demand for mini equipment in the Indian construction industry.

Preventive Maintenance for Peak Productivity

Choosing a condition monitoring system to minimise downtime and maximise ROI, writes THIAGO HENRIQUE BUOSO.

Amplus to launch distributed green hydrogen projects

Amplus Energy Solutions, a pioneer in renewable energy, announces its ambitious plan to introduce distributed green hydrogen projects by next year.

Driving Efficiency

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

Study Proves Viability of Urban Electric Construction

Volvo CE is one of the collaborators which has played a key role in the research project, by project managing the tests and providing electric machines in various sizes and models.

Highways to Progress

India’s road infrastructure has evolved through innovative public-private partnerships, technological advancements, and sustainability initiatives, driving economic growth and setting global standards.

Daimler India Commercial Vehicle to foray into battery electric market

Forays into battery electric market with the all-electric, Next-Generation eCanter

New hydrogen engine plant unveiled by Tata Cummins

A new facility for hydrogen-based engines has been initiated by Tata Cummins Private Limited (TCPL) in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, with the aim of producing internal combustion engines for medium and heavy commercial vehicles.

India to achieve self-reliance in metals, mining sector

During a virtual address, Pralhad Joshi, the Minister for Coal, Mines, and Parliamentary Affairs, emphasised the importance of minerals in the post-pandemic scenario and ongoing energy transition, stating that there has been a surge in demand for minerals worldwide.

India's coal production hits billion-tonne milestone

India's coal production has reached a significant milestone, surpassing the billion-tonne mark, a development that underscores the nation's strides towards energy self-sufficiency and reduced import dependence.

Liebherr’s L series fast-erecting cranes

Liebherr’s fundamental revision of the L series sees the crane size specified in metre tonnes with immediate effect.

Metro Rail sustainability suffering from affordability & connectivity

An affordable fare structure & an efficient last-mile connectivity are vital for Metro Rail

Dr E Sreedharan, India’s ‘Metro Man’ & India’s Top Metro Rail CEOs converge in Mumbai for CW Metro Rail Conference

More than 25 speakers – from over 10 metro rail corporations, technology experts, & transportation experts - will engage in crucial conversations regarding the sustainability, growth, and financial resilience of the Indian metro rail sector.

Rise of Smart Factories

Collaborative robotics, virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR) promote safer and more productive work environments.

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.

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 showcasing our latest crusher models, screeners, and drum cutters

We believe that India is a pertinent market for the advantages offered by MB products and their features, given its vast geographical expanse,” says Piero Guizzetti, CEO, MB Crusher India, while speaking on the market in India for MB products

We’re also moving towards fully electric machines

In the bustling world of crushing and screening machinery, Terex India stands as a prominent player. We sat down with Neil Robinson, Product and Applications Manager, Powerscreen, to discuss their approach to the Indian market and their commitment to delivering efficient, sustainable, and technologically advanced solutions.

Terex’s Concrete Mixers with Hydrogen Engine

In a groundbreaking move, Terex is poised to offer Cummins' X15H hydrogen internal combustion engine as an alternative for its Terex Advance Commander Series of front-discharge concrete mixer trucks.

Fecon unveils new Disc Hawk compact disc mulcher

The disc mulcher increases productivity with a faster, rougher cut

Fuelling the future

Backhoe loader manufacturers are developing hybrid or fully electric backhoe loaders, which significantly reduce or eliminate fuel consumption and emissions.

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.

Automation at the Forefront

Companies use automated material handling equipment because it increases productivity and reduces waste, which results in significant cost savings.

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

Artificial Intelligence driving sustainability

Adaptation and innovation are extremely important to the manufacturing industry. This development should lead to sustainable manufacturing using new technologies.

Bringing sustainability to the fore

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

Electric Construction Machinery on the Rise

Electric machinery often requires less maintenance and has a longer lifespan compared to its diesel counterparts, making them a more cost-effective solution in the long run.

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.

We want to be India’s biggest marketplace for machinery and cars

Sameer Malhotra, CEO, and Sanjay Khanna, Business Head, Shriram Automall, speak on the market for construction equipment in India.

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.

Rent or lease – what’s the best option

Satin Sachdeva provides an ideal model – OEMs should sell equipment to equipment rental companies with the support of financers.

Rent or lease – what’s the best option

Satin Sachdeva provides an ideal model – OEMs should sell equipment to equipment rental companies with the support of financers.

CEMCO celebrates 60th anniversary

CEMCO Inc., an industry leader in manufacturing portable and stationary VSI crushing systems, celebrates its 60th anniversary.

Cummins India launches clear air solution for its genset users

Cummins will be marketing RECD through its vast distribution network in India.

CEMCO celebrates its 60th anniversary

Jennifer Hise-Trujillo is named company's new president

The Concrete Advantage!

The concrete equipment market is expected to rise on account of anticipated growth in the construction industry, increasing FDIs, and the rising number of smart city projects in the country.

Deere board elects new President of construction and CFO

Deere recently announced a few changes to its senior leadership team. Ryan Campbell has been named president of worldwide construction and forestry and power systems.

World first for Liebherr luffing jib cranes

The cranes started work in November 2020. Back then, the cranes belonging to the fleet of the Kim Soon Lee company were assembled freestanding at a tower height of around 40 metres.

Volvo CE India showcases biodiesel blends for CE range

Volvo CE India has announced that its customers across the country will have access to select biodiesel blends to run their Volvo machines.

Powering construction sites

The article evaluates the increasing impact of alternative sources of energy on the genset space.

World first for Liebherr luffing jib cranes

Two Liebherr 710 HC-L 32/64 Litronic cranes are working on the construction of the Central Boulevard Towers in Singapore.

What’s Your C-sat Score?

C-SAT is a commonly used metric that acts as a key performance indicator for customer service and product quality in all kinds of businesses. C-SAT is short for customer satisfaction score.

Connectivity is key between automation and electromobility

The world is entering an age of robotics. Industrial robots have worked in the manufacturing sector for decades. Construction could be the next industry to undergo an automation transformation.

The world is transitioning towards sustainable business practices.

Our emphasis has always been to keep the customer foremost in our mind. We have therefore, laid special emphasis on customer-friendly products and solutions that are easy to adapt to and help in enhancing usability and serviceability.

ACE has always believed in innovation to achieve excellence

ACE (Action Construction Equipment) is India’s leading material handling and construction equipment manufacturing company with a majority market share in the mobile cranes and tower cranes segment

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.

Demand for high productivity and high-capacity machines are increasing

With over 330 years of innovation and passion, Husqvarna India Products provides construction professionals with support, service and a wide range of machines, diamond tools and all accessories that you need to cut, saw, drill, demolish, grind and polish concrete.

Eicher establishes new standard in inter-city luxury bus travel

VE Commercial Vehicles launched an all-new industry-defining Coach & Sleeper bus range.

Eicher establishes new standard in inter-city luxury bus travel

Optimal blend of a high-performance driveline and aerodynamics with futuristic body design for luxurious aesthetics and passenger comfort

JLG’s new high-capacity telehandlers, an alternative to wheel loaders

JLG has launched its new high-capacity 2733 telehandler as a viable alternative to wheel loaders. With a capacity of 26,600 pounds, the 2733 is the company's highest telehandler.

Tech Drives Backhoes

Backhoe loader manufacturers are leveraging digital technology by integrating Big Data and the Internet of Things in their models.

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.

JLG's new high-capacity telehandlers, an alternative to wheel loaders

JLG has launched its new high-capacity 2733 telehandler as a viable alternative to wheel loaders.

With infra plans in place, there will be continuous growth for hydraulic excavators

Initially during first quarter of FY2021 there was decline in sales of hydraulic excavators due to pandemic. During second quarter the sales have improved and subsequently, during third and fourth quarter the sales of crawler excavators has picked up and ended with a total sales growth of 8 per cent compared to previous FY2020.

HIL announces Q4 and FY 2020-21 results

Consolidated EBITDA stood at Rs.114.8 crore despite strains faced due to second wave of COVID-19 in the domestic as well as the overseas market

The worst is over for the CV industry

In 2008, two leading players, Volvo Group and Eicher Motors, in the commercial vehicle business joined hands with a common vision of driving modernisation in the commercial transport business in India.

Bounce back

Construction equipment finance has bounced back after the pandemic-forced lull.

Domestic road transportation sector rebounds

The recovery has also been visible across other modes of transportation as well - rail freight traffic and port freight volumes have both reported growth, although the latter at a slower pace than other modes

Repairing at 1000 m: The perils of bridge work

Bridges form an essential part of modern day economic and transportation systems. They can be used to connect islands that can span several kilometres into deep seas, connect stretches of separated lands - as well as joining cities, separated by lakes and rivers.

How NIP has set the tracks for growth

Recently during an interaction with the Union Minister of Roads Transport & Highways Nitin Gadkari, the Minister reiterated that he was proud to have launched a CNG based equipment model of JCB.

Mining opportunities and challenges

Ritabrata Ghosh, Associate Head, Corporate Sector Ratings, ICRA writes on the mining scenario in India.

Schaeffler India launches ‘OPTIME’

It is an efficient and easy-to-use low-cost solution designed specifically for comprehensive condition monitoring of all process-critical assets across entire machine and equipment.

R&D Crane buys new Grove all-terrain crane

The addition of the 300 USt (250 t) all-terrain crane was fuelled by increased demand in the market

Can Mobile Cranes Lift the Mood?

Mobile cranes in India have transformed into safer and productive with changing design and new features to meet the upcoming demands from the user market. In the current scenario, can these developments in mobile cranes lift the market sentiments?

Tata Motors provides holistic support to transport ecosystem

Tata Motors has been comprehensively supporting the transport ecosystem to ensure all necessary supplies remain uninterrupted and seamless, nationwide

Steenhoff to erect Potain tower cranes with new Grove GMK5250L-1

At the end of May, Steenhoff GmbH & Co. KG from Rhauderfehn in Ostfriesland, Northern Germany, took ownership of a GMK5250L-1

Grading the Future

The current market conditions are tough for motor graders since the projects are not active due to the coronavirus impact.

Port Infra Needs Facelift

Developing new ports and terminals and the revival of old infrastructure at major ports in the country are expected to open up new opportunities for port equipment companies.

IndianOil inks pact with Cummins for DEF bulk dispensing

IndianOil has signed an agreement with Cummins Technologies India for bulk dispensing of IndianOil?s Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF), branded as IOC ClearBlue, in their advanced engines with Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) systems.

Brock Rentals upgrades fleet with Brokk?s smart machines

Brokk recently finalised a deal with Brock Rentals Inc to upgrade the rental company?s fleet of remote-controlled demolition units with 12 next-generation models, including Brokk 110s, 170s, 200s and 300s.

Mining Gains

The recent policy initiatives by the Central Government are expected to boost the mining activities in the country, providing new opportunities to private and global miners, and equipment and technology providers.

JCB India, CSIR-CRRI jointly develop pothole repair machine

JCB India showcased its all new pothole repair machine at the Central Road Research Institute (CRRI) team in New Delhi in presence of officials from DDA, MCD, NDMC, SDMC, EDMC, NRIDA, NHAI etc.

New technologies to reduce emission

Proper use of construction machinery plays an important role in reducing greenhouse gas in construction industry.

Sustainable Market for Trucks

Pick up in infrastructure spending and construction activity, especially in roads and highways, irrigation and affordable housing segment, will continue to support demand for construction trucks.

Blastcrete Equipment introduces RS180 Mixer Pump

Blastcrete Equipment LLC, a long-time manufacturer of shotcrete and gunite mixers and pumps, has introduced the RS180 mixer pump with variable speeds from 0-18 cubic yards per hour and long-distance and high-volume pumping capabilities.

Bigger Digger

Optimum utilisation of excavators is of utmost importance for the economic operation of the machine. All hydraulic excavator OEMs have introduced matching technologies for the optimum performance of their machines.

Technology paving the way for innovation

The recently concluded mega construction equipment event bauma saw a slew of new technologies on show that are going to attract the attention of the customers in future.

We plan to double our capacity within two years

Incorporated in 1988, HD Wires began production in July 1994 and has stepped into its 25th year of operation this year. The company celebrated its remarkable 25 years on March 16, 2019.

Changing Face of CE Industry

Taking full advantage of the unprecedented connectivity, data analysis, and remote capabilities, construction equipment (CE) industry is poised to take great leaps in productivity and efficiency in the coming decade.

Transforming Skill Landscape

Shortage of skilled operators has been a major challenge faced by the infrastructure and construction industry for the past many years.

Manitowoc launches three Grove all-terrain cranes at bauma 2019

At bauma 2019, Manitowoc launched new Grove all-terrain crane unit in the five-axle category and two new three-axle models.

CASE unveils methane-powered wheel loader concept at bauma 2019

CASE Construction Equipment gave the public an insight into a sustainable, connected and technologically advanced future of construction at the bauma 2019 in Munich, Germany, with the unveiling of its methane-powered wheel loader concept ? ProjectTETRA.

Digital push in CE

With the growing need for real-time monitoring and control of equipment fleet and operations, use of digital technologies in construction equipment operation and maintenance is gaining more traction in the current scenario.

Digital technology for mobile equipment is in transition

B&R Industrial Automation offers high-performance and technologically advanced products and solutions to construction and off-highway equipment OEMs.

10th Cement Expo & International Conference

The two-day cement expo inaugurated in Hyderabad on December 20, 2018, witnessed the participation of over 200 decision-makers, 80 brands and 1,200 visitors, besides various industry bodies.

Advancing Trenchless Standardisation

The role of standards is quite important in the context of Indian trenchless projects. Dr Niranjan Swarup explains the needs for standards that suit Indian conditions and the future directions in this regard.

MOBILE SERVICE VAN

The Mobile Service Van offered by Ajashy Engineering Sales is completely equipped to take care of every problem on-site making it a boon for companies. Amit Nagpal elaborates more on the features of this product.

"Time for technology revolution in construction"

A typical road project that consumed 36-42 months five years ago for concept to completion, now stares at just 18-24 months.

On a Smooth Path

As roads and highways construction continues to be on the top gear, more mechanisation is taking place in rural roads with motor graders finding more traction in the coming years.

Applications in India: issues and Solutions

Indian subsurface construction requirements are unparallelled and through proper interventions, we can realise this dream. Dr Niranjan Swarup elaborates on the challenges and issues in trenchless applications in India and the solutions to overcome these challenges.

National Crane makes tractor-mounted boom truck

The primary application for this machine will be oil field applications, but it will also be viable for everyday taxi crane service.

Poised for growth

Bulk material handling systems are mainly used in coal and mineral processing applications, ports for handling bulk cargo, food processing, sand, gravel, etc. Conveyor systems are the majorly used bulk material handling equipment.

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