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JCB India rolls out its 500,000th construction equipment

India, a premier exhibition showcasing innovations and advancements in the construction and infrastructure sectors, announces a date change for its upcoming event due to the upcoming Lok Sabha elections

JCB India rolls out its 500,000th construction equipment

JCB has been in India since 1979 and its products are used in infrastructure development across the country.

The Indian excavator market stands at around 25,000 machines

During the recently-held JCB Excavator Day in Pune, Deepak Shetty, CEO and Managing Director, JCB India, speaks on the current market share of excavators in the Indian construction equipment industry and JCB’s position within it.

JCB India showcases range of next-gen Tracked Excavators at Pune

These projects will contribute to the Amrit Kaal Vision 2047.

JCB India showcases range of next-gen Tracked Excavators at Pune

These projects will contribute to the Amrit Kaal Vision 2047.

Going forward, digital technology will play a key role

Deepak Shetty, CEO and Managing Director, JCB India, speaks on the key demand drivers for backhoe loaders in India, and its dealership and product service

Going forward, digital technology will play a key role

Deepak Shetty, CEO and Managing Director, JCB India, speaks on the key demand drivers for backhoe loaders in India, and its dealership and product service.

JCB India launches three new excavators

These machines will be built at JCB India’s state-of-the-art factory in Pune

JCB India, Karnataka Bank tie-up for equipment financing business

The tie up arrangement with JCB India Ltd is expected to boost the lending avenues under the Bank’s MSME portfolio.

JCB India launches its access range of machines

India’s leading manufacturer of earthmoving and construction Equipment, JCB India Ltd launched its access range of equipment. This new range consists of four electric scissor models S1930E, S2632E, S3246E and S4046E and come with working heights of 7.71m, 9.92m, 11.7m and 13.9m.

JCB India launches its access range of machines

This new range consists of four Electric Scissor models S1930E, S2632E, S3246E and S4046E and come with working heights of 7.71m, 9.92m, 11.7m and 13.9m.

Deepak Shetty of JCB: We have pioneered integration of digital tech in our machines

In an exclusive interaction with Equipment India, Deepak Shetty, CEO and MD, JCB India, speaks on the current market for telehandlers, and major changes taking place in terms of technology.

JCB announces Covid relief package for employees

The company also aims to vaccinate all its employees over the next few weeks.

JCB’s range of CEV stage IV backhoe loaders

India’s leading manufacturer of earthmoving and construction equipment, JCB India flagged off its new range of CEV Stage IV backhoe loaders at its Headquarters at Ballabgarh (Delhi-NCR). The range includes the new 3DX Plus, the 3DX Xtra, the 3DX Super and the 4DX to meet a wide range of applications for customers.

JCB stops operations at all Indian plants for 10 days

JCB India announced a 10-day temporary suspension across all its manufacturing facilities in the country, citing the rising number of Covid cases.

JCB strengthens presence in Andhra Pradesh

India’s leading manufacturer of earthmoving and construction equipment, JCB India further strengthened its presence in Andhra Pradesh. Its dealer, Varun Motors, inaugurated its new facility for sales, service and spares in Rajahmundry, the cultural capital of the State.

JCB launches its range of CEV stage IV backhoe loaders

The range includes the new 3DX Plus, the 3DX Xtra, the 3DX Super & the 4DX to meet a wide range of applications for customers.

JCB strengthens presence in Andhra Pradesh

The company's dealer, Varun Motors, inaugurated its new facility for sales, service and spares in Rajahmundry, the cultural capital of the State.

Innovation has been cornerstone of JCB’s operations

In our exclusive, Deepak Shetty, Deputy CEO & Managing Director, JCB India Limited, tells us how the construction equipment industry in general and JCB in particular have been emerging through the year of the pandemic.

We are leveraging digital technology in our products and services: Jasmeet Singh

JCB has pioneered the integration of digital technology in its ‘Intelli’ series of construction equipment. Jasmeet Singh, AVP, Corporate Communications & Corporate Relations, JCB India, shares more.

We are future emission ready with our products and equipped our network

Ashok Leyland is the market leader in agricultural harvester combine segment and has significant presence in industrial equipment market across applications.

Liebherr to showcase latest machines at Conexpo Con/Agg 2020

From March 10-14, 2020, Liebherr?s innovative products will be on display at Conexpo-Con/Agg 2020. Liebherr is showcasing an extensive selection of earthmoving and construction equipment at its outdoor booth #F5258 at the Festival Grounds.

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.

JCB organises ?Made in Rajasthan? event

JCB India, the leading manufacturer of earthmoving and construction equipment in the country, organised a ?Made in Rajasthan? event at its state-of-the-art Jaipur facility. The event showcased JCB?s commitment to world-class manufacturing in the state.

The race has begun

'Infrastructure 2.0' was the theme of our 10th Annual issue of Equipment India. The 5th Annual Equipment India Awards & CEO Forum held on February 16, 2018 in Delhi also hovered on the same theme.

Backhoe Loaders: Back in Action

Backhoe loader is the front-runner among the infrastructure equipment used in the country with almost 50 per cent of the market share in number of unit.

The big movers

Being the major equipment class in the infrastructure development activities, Earthmoving equipment sees further demand growth in future owing to an anticipated growth in construction activities.

Rolling ahead

Roads and highways is still going strong as the most happening infrastructure sector in India with many ongoing projects and many in the pipeline. India has the second largest road network across the world at 4.7 million km and is still growing.

Excavators Excel

Driven by the infrastructure development activities in the country, hydraulic excavators recorded a sharp growth in 2016 compared to the previous year. The positive trend is continuing this year also with a 26 per cent growth in the first four months.

Gearing up for Change

Sachin Nijhawan elaborates on the need for construction equipment companies in India to adopt the latest technologies.

Landmark year

The 4th Annual Equipment India Awards and CEO Forum held on April 21, 2017 was accepted by the industry wholeheartedly with a full house presence. It was a great occasion for us to see participation from the entire cross-section of the infrastructure equipment industry, project contractors, consultants, and government agencies such as Indian Railways, NHAI and IRF.

Back on Growth Path

Given its versatility and mobility, backhoe loader finds great use at almost every construction site, both urban and rural India. This multi-purpose machine continues to perform a variety of tasks at sites and is used for digging, dosing, levelling and lifting activities.

BS-III ban will not apply on farm, construction equipment: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has clarified that farm equipment and construction equipment vehicles (CEVs) will not come under the BS-III ban and the manufacturers of these equipment can continue to sell BS-III range of farm and construction equipment.

Gearing up for the next level

Says Mathur, ?It is the government agencies who are asking for the implementation of Euro-V and VI (norms).

A Constructive Budget

The construction equipment segment in India has something to cheer about from the Budget measures such as more fund allocation to rural roads and highways construction, and announcement of infrastructure status to affordable housing.

Budget Reactions | JCB India

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley has presented a well-balanced and constructive combined budget, focusing on the most critical aspects of the economy, such as Infrastructure, Agriculture and Rural India.

Momentum in ECE industry needs to be sustained | Vipin Sondhi

Vipin Sondhi, Managing Director & CEO, JCB India Ltd, in his pre-budget expectations, said that the forthcoming budget needs to have concerted policy efforts for the earthmoving and construction equipment (ECE) industry. ?The importance of infrastructure sector in the overall progress of the economy is critical.

FOCUSED BUSINESS - Optimism

The BAUMA CONEXPO INDIA 2016 held during December 12-15 reflected the positive sentiments of the equipment industry on the floor. A detailed report on the expo, interaction with exhibitors and details of products and technologies showcased.

May visits JCB India plant

During the first leg of her tour of India, The UK?s Prime Minister Theresa May met 10 of the ground-breaking women engineers at JCB who are driving the change of equal opportunity employment in heavy engineering, which is traditionally a male dominated industry.

We plan to launch a slew of new products

We are growing at a steady pace. In India, over the next few years the earthmoving and construction equipment (ECE) industry is expected to grow at a tremendous CAGR of 20-25 per cent.

We expect to see a growth of 10-12percent

The year 2016 has been positive for the earthmoving and construction equipment (ECE) industry - primarily owing to the growth in the roads and highways sector. The CE industry has overall grown by 45 per cent in the months of January to October in 2016 as compared with the same period in 2015.

May visits JCB India plant

The Earth Movers and Shakers

As a consequence of the excavation activity gaining momentum, earthmovers like front-end loaders, crawler dozers, traxcavators and other earthmoving equipment are registering a CAGR of 15-18 per cent. Since the Indian economy is reviving, these equipment are also finding emerging markets in other sectors as well.

Backhoe Loaders Get a Rural Boost

Gone were the days when the backhoe loader market was exploding in all facets of India?s infrastructure development. All recognised suppliers were registering negative to flat trajectory growth since FY 2011.

Graded Up

If tightened completion time is demanded as in the case of Delhi peripheral ring road by Supreme Court, it will sure to up the demand for advanced, high capacity motor graders.

Used excavator market has a huge potential worldwide

Based on revenues, earth moving holds the largest share in the construction equipment industry (62.1 per cent). Major market Players in excavator market are CAT, L&T Komatsu and Tata Hitachi.

Rental segment will drive the demand for backhoe loaders

We are the authorised dealers for Terex Equipment in Mumbai, Thane and Raigad districts of Maharashtra. Terex in India operates in four different verticals: cranes, mining equipment (crushers and screens), earthmoving equipment, and aerial work platforms.

Hiring sector to regain top position in rental equipment purchase

Many infrastructure projects were announced in 2013 and 2014 which got awarded to several Infra companies and contractors after competitive bidding. Quite a few of these however got stalled due to land acquisition issues, environmental clearances and ability to arrange funds.

Excavators to Dominate

Within the Indian construction equipment industry, the crawler excavator segment is the largest by value and the second largest, after backhoe loaders, in terms of number of units sold.

Ensure that stalled projects are cleared without further delay

Make in India campaign will push for necessary policy reforms which will make it easier for prospective investors (domestic and international) to explore India as a business destination, particularly for infrastructure building equipment, says Amit Gossain, EVP - Sales, Marketing and Business Development, JCB India.

We cater to clients for complete hydraulic solutions

As indigenous earthmoving and construction equipment players decide to push forward, we would like to cater to their hydraulic needs better, says Raj Dabholkar, Director, Tucson Hydrocontrols. Excerpts from the interview

Many German companies plan to invest more in India

An overwhelming majority of bC India exhibitors (79 per cent) expect the economy in the region to improve and to continue growing, says Rajesh Nath, Managing Director, VDMA India Services.

Rural India?s steady contribution is a robust signal of the revival

India remains a focus area for us and systematic investment will be made in future as per the requirements of the market, says Abhijit Gupta, Managing Director, Case New Holland Construction Equipment (India).

Moving Ahead

The growth potential for earthmoving equipment in India has never been disputed. All sectors like power, roads, ports, etc. will drive demand. With increasing investment in the infrastructure sector, the earthmoving equipment industry foresees huge demand for CE in the coming years.

On Growth Path

The Indian auto components industry is one of the fastest growing industries. Coupled with growing demand and technological advancements, the auto components industry in India has emerged as a key market in Asia as well as the world.

Sheet metal components

Saket Metal Technocraft is a manufacturer of sheet metal components for tractors, earthmoving and construction equipment.

Farm Implements on Fast Growth Track

INDIA ranks second in farm output worldwide. Agriculture and allied sectors like forestry, logging and fishing accounted for 17 per cent of the GDP in 2012. Rising costs and scarcity of manpower

Oil pumps

Concentric Pumps Pune manufactures water pumps, oil pumps, and fan supports for diesel engines. With high emphasis on quality, the manufacturing infrastructure of the company includes automated and semi-automated assembly and test stations.

Boom arm

Apex Auto offers fabricated structures and components of earthmoving and construction equipment. The product range comprises the revolving frame, backhoe mainframe, side frames, dozer blades, loader buckets, boom arm, counterweight, crusher, carbody and crawler frame. These products find application in excavators, backhoe loaders, cranes, compactors, transit mixers, underground drilling machines, crushing and screening equipment.

Excavators Ready to Ride the Slump

Within the Indian construction equipment industry, the crawler excavator segment is the largest by value and the second largest, after backhoe loaders, in terms of number of units sold. Now, the shrinking market and intense competition have forced OEMs to focus more on value additions. Concepts like low lifecycle cost, faster ROIs, lowest cost per tonne all have made it imperative for OEMs to innovate, both on the product design and service fronts. Agith G Antony takes a peek at the prevailing t

Our efforts have always been to make the most fuel-efficient machines.

The LiuGong excavator provides the highest productivity in its class, with its effortless hydraulic controls and spacious cabin. LiuGong lays lot of emphasis on operator comfort in order to increase operator efficiency. The machine operates at a higher pressure and hydraulic flow which results in better breakout force and faster cycle time, which further leads to better fuel efficiency, says Rohit Punjabi, Assistant Director (Strategy & Planning), LiuGong India. Excerpts of the interview.

We need a structured regulatory and policy framework for PPP models in mining sector.

The government has to release mining leases for iron ore, change or to amend environment policies and allocate more coal blocks and coal mining to private contractors.

Government should set up an independent commission for PPP regulations

It is a clich? now that the infrastructure sector is a critical enabler for sustaining economic growth as well as for ensuring its inclusiveness. This alone could enable a two per cent growth in GDP.

We are going to add a few new products soon.

We have a turnover of about Rs 350 crore, out of which 10 per cent is from the equipment sector, says Nishant Jairath, Director Marketing, Metalman Auto. Excerpts of the interview.Could you elaborate on Metalman Auto?s product range?Metalman Auto manufactures various types of sheet metal and tubular fabricated assemblies with surface treatments. Our product range comprises cabins for construction equipment, loader arms and tower assembly. We supply our products to various original equipmen

A harmonious manager

Nitin Jajal is a seasoned professional with over 23 years of experience in marketing and sales, business development, international sales and marketing

Equipment finance cos optimistic

As with any product that requires a large one-time capital expense, financing is a good way for the construction equipment industry to spark demand and acquire new customers. In 2011, India?s earthmoving and construction equipment (ECE) financing industry was valued at Rs 23,000 crore according to the report titled `Roadmap for Realising ECE Industry?s Long Term Potential` released at Excon 2013.

Looking Ahead with Optimism

Despite the economic slowdown and contrary to initial apprehensions from the major stakeholders, Excon 2013 turned out to be a success, with OEMs and aggregate and components manufacturers launching a new range of machines and components, and some of them even announcing further investment to augment capacity, in order to meet the expected demand spurt in the coming years.

Equipment Finance Companies are Optimistic on Sales Growth

Bangalore, 23 November 2013: As with any product that requires a large one-time capital expense, financing is a good way for the construction equipment industry to spark demand and acquire new customers. In 2011, India?s earthmoving and construction equipment (ECE) financing industry was valued at Rs.23,000 crore according to the report on ?Roadmap for Realising ECE Industry?s Long Term Potential? released at CII EXCON 2013 - South Asia?s Biggest Construction Equipment Event.

Stalled but Hopeful

In spite of the present slowdown and resultant sluggishness in the CE market, the long- term growth prospects are still intact; and experts view the huge infrastructure deficit as a major growth driver and prudent steps from the government can bring India back on the growth trajectory.

On a recovery mode

The construction equipment industry is experiencing a slump due to the slowdown in the mining industry as well as delays in infrastructure projects and governmental clearances, shortage of funds, environmental concerns. EQUIPMENT INDIA interacts with some of the major players to get the pulse of the industry.

Our mission is to deliver products that are reliable and cost-effective

We will further invest in our world-class manufacturing plant at Pithampur near Indore and will also invest in up-skilling our people to ensure that we continue to maintain our leadership position in the market,

Customer satisfaction is the principal force guiding all JCB initiatives

JCB will continue to enter the market with revolutionary, fuel- efficient and world class products to meet the market and customer requirement, says Amit Gossain, EVP -Marketing, Business Development & Corporate Affairs, JCB India. Excerpts from the interview.

Infra equipment major JCB to set up plant for Rs 5 bn

Over the next five years, UK-based construction equipment maker JC Bamford Excavators (JCB) said it would invest Rs 500 crore in the country to set up its fourth manufacturing facility. The firm would spend Rs 500 crore on a greenfield plant near Jaipur and this is part of its strategy to ramp up its operations in India

Earthmoving Equipment

Owing to the overall slowdown in the Indian economy, the current fiscal year has been bit sluggish for the construction equipment industry. The industry will gain momentum if the government starts implementing the delayed projects and carries out active review and monitoring to ensure timely completion.

The Volvo Group is planning to make an investment of Rs 2,000 crore in the next few years.

As a market leader, Volvo CE will continue to invest in new technologies backed by innovation. The mantra behind our success is our innovative way of thinking, active investment in R&D and our close relationships with our growing family of customers and employees, says AM Muralidharan, President, Volvo CE, India. Excerpts from the interview.

We keep our customers at the heart of all our initiatives and endeavour.

JCB has recently announced its plan to set up its fourth world class manufacturing facility on a 70- acre site in Jaipur. The approximate investment of Rs 500 crore has been planned to set up this facility in phases. Our idea is to keep pace with future economic growth and strengthen our position as market leader in the construction equipment industry both in India as well as APAC & MEA, says Vipin Sondhi, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director, JCB India. Excerpts from the interview.

Volvo CE is committed to delivering the most advanced training available today

Volvo CE?s strategy is robust enough to work in a range of economic scenarios, and desig?ned to be achievable throughout the business cycle of the construction equi?pment industry, says AM Muralidharan, President, Volvo CE S&M India.

Our acquisition of Dressta has provided us with cutting edge technology

Applying advanced technology, we have successfully made superior bulldozers that feature reaso?nable arrangement, excellent per?for?mance, beautiful design, easy control, convenient maintenance, safety and reli?ability,

We have exciting product launches planned for this year

LiuGong excavator provides the highest productivity in its class due to effortless hydraulic con?trols, and spacious cabin. Liugong lays lot of emphasis on operator comfort in order to increase operator?s efficiency,

We have exciting product launches planned for this year

Raising the Benchmark of Quality

With over 220,000 sq m of display area and participation of over 630 exhibitors, including 200 foreign companies, Excon 2011 exceeded expectations as the largest exhibition on construction equipment in South Asia.

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.

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