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Financial management a challenge in rental industry
Premier Heavy Lift (PHL) stands as a leading force in the heavy lifts and transportation sector, marked by excellence in quality, safety, and innovative practices under the leadership of Anil Chaudhary, Som Dutt Sharma and Capt Sandeep Anand. Since its inception with merely two cranes, PHL has evolved dramatically, boasting a fleet of over 360 equipment units valued at more than Rs 900 crore. Siddharth Sharma, Director, Premier Heavy Lift, speaks on the current landscape of the construction equipment rental market in India.
Constructing Tomorrow
Integrating AI and ML into construction equipment is a game-changer, optimising performance, reducing downtime, and enhancing safety on job sites.
Skill Up!
India’s major infrastructure projects highlight the urgent need for a skilled workforce
Our system is a powerful human-machine combination
Bengaluru-based Control One AI, a robotics company founded in 2023, aims to enhance existing equipment with AI and vision systems, making it more intelligent and adaptable. The company’s Founder and CEO, Pranavan speaks on the company’s solutions.
Manufacturers are rapidly embracing Industry 4.0 principles
Pepperl+Fuchs is a pioneer of industrial sensors for factory automation and an expert for explosion protection in process automation. In this interview, Aman Monga, General Manager – Sales, Pepperl+Fuchs Factory Automation, delves into challenges faced by industries and how Pepperl+Fuchs is helping them navigate through these hurdles to improve their efficiency and productivity
We want to integrate sustainability into our business
Manish Bhatnagar, Managing Director, SKF India, speaks on the role of modern technologies and automation for improving competitiveness.
We foresee a strong focus on sustainability
Sunil Talreja, Vice President – Road Construction Equipment, Road Construction Equipment Division, Action Construction Equipment, speaks on IoT and digital technologies that are gaining momentum in road equipment.
How AI is Transforming Efficiency in CE Industry
In an industry long characterised by stubborn inefficiencies and outdated practices, the advent of AI is poised to usher in a transformative era for construction
Building the Future
How digitalisation is transforming the construction equipment industry.
Revolutionising Fleet Management
In the demanding world of heavy equipment operation, maintenance often takes a backseat, leading to costly breakdowns and inefficiencies. As construction and mining fleets work around the clock in remote locations, overlooking essential maintenance tasks can severely impact productivity.
Bridging the Skill Gap
India’s major infrastructure projects highlight the urgent need for a skilled workforce.
ABB surpasses 10GW milestone in delivering automation solutions for RE plants in India
ABB’s control and automation solutions are helping maximise the effective use of RE
Earthmovers Surge Ahead
Earthmoving equipment sales soar 21 per cent in FY24, dominating the Indian construction equipment market.
All our equipment sales crossed all previous benchmarks
Rohit Punjabi, Vice President (Excavator Business), LiuGong India, speaks on the company’s sales pattern for earthmoving equipment.
Our focus has expanded to encompass complete oil life cycle management: Praveen Nagpal, Shell
Praveen Nagpal, Chief Technology Officer, Shell Lubricants India, discusses the primary factors that construction equipment customers prioritise while selecting lubricants.
Limited market awareness hinders rental service penetration
Mukesh Sharma, Country Manager, Atlas Copco Specialty Rental Division in India, speaks on the current landscape of the construction equipment rental market, and the latest trends in the market.
Enhancing Efficiency and Safety
Telehandlers have emerged as indispensable equipment in India’s burgeoning infrastructure and industrial sectors, offering versatility, efficiency, and safety in material handling operations.
Indian rental companies are increasingly embracing digitisation
Satin Sachdeva, Founder & Secretary General, Construction Equipment Rental Association, speaks on the current landscape of the construction equipment rental market, and the latest trends in the market.
ELGi’s EG SP range of oil-lubricated screw air compressors
Elgi Equipments, one of the world's leading air compressor manufacturers, has introduced the EG SP (Super Premium), upgrading the world renowned EG Series portfolio of oil-lubricated screw air compressors.
The Concrete Revolution
Groundbreaking concrete equipment is driving the industry forward at an unprecedented pace.
We are investing in our service infrastructure
Schwing Stetter India is a leading manufacturer of concreting equipment in India, producing a wide range of products. The company’s Chairman and Managing Director VG Sakthikumar speaks on their products that address the needs and challenges of the Indian market.
India’s CE market is growing rapidly due to urbanisation
KYB Conmat, one of the leading global concrete equipment manufacturers, produces concrete batching plants, paving machines, pumps, transit mixers, and self-loading mixers. Kalpesh Soni, Vice President, Marketing, KYB Conmat, speaks on the recent innovations and advancements in their product line.
ELGi’s EG SP range of oil-lubricated screw air compressors
Elgi Equipments, one of the world's leading air compressor manufacturers, has introduced the EG SP (Super Premium), upgrading the world renowned EG Series portfolio of oil-lubricated screw air compressors.
Building Strong Foundation
The increasing number of construction projects is driving a surge in demand for piling, drilling, and deep foundation equipment.
Power Under Pressure
Hydraulic hoses are the lifelines of construction equipment, powering machines to move earth, lift loads, and shape our urban landscapes.
Revolutionising Construction
Construction companies can schedule proactive maintenance, preventing breakdowns and minimising unplanned downtime.
ELGi's EG SP range of oil-lubricated screw air compressors
"Expands renowned EG series to offer customers energy efficiency with low lifecycle costs "
Transforming Construction
The market for skid steer loaders is anything but static, constantly shaped by a confluence of factors spanning economic conditions, technological innovations, and industry-specific dynamics.
Unleashing Power
From excavators to cranes, hydraulic motors power modern construction equipment, ensuring precise and powerful task execution.
The growth rate of skids is too low when compared to the rest of the world
Sunil Newatia, Chairman and Managing Director, Suretech Infrastructure, speaks on the market for skid-steer loaders in India.
Recent crane designs incorporate automation from the past few years
Neeraj Waghela, Head – Product Development, ElectroMech Material Handling Systems (India), speaks on what sets the company’s cranes apart from competitors in terms of design, functionality, and performance.
Donaldson to showcase range of dust collectors
Donaldson introduces iCue filtration monitoring to the Indian market
An Insight into the Future
The company’s plant software, though not fitting into any conventional AI and autonomous operations philosophies entirely, has begun incorporating ML algorithms to a certain extent.
We utilise telematics to monitor machine health
Amarnath Ramachandran, Managing Director, ARX Mining & Construction Equipment
Transforming Construction
Construction companies can schedule proactive maintenance, preventing breakdowns and minimising unplanned downtime.
Automation and the embrace of technology
Telematics and IoT are other aspects of automation that are finding their way in construction equipment.
Navigating the future
Ongoing advancements in technology, including the integration of IoT, AI, and automation, are revolutionising the construction and mining equipment market.
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.
Sustainability and innovation: The key drivers
The construction industry is a major contributor to climate change, so there is a growing demand for eco-friendly construction methods and materials. By combining sustainability and innovation in technology, India can create a world-class infrastructure system that can support its economic growth and social progress, writes VG Sakthikumar, Chairman and Managing Director, Schwing Stetter India.
Sustainability and innovation: The key drivers
The construction industry is a major contributor to climate change, so there is a growing demand for eco-friendly construction methods and materials. By combining sustainability and innovation in technology, India can create a world-class infrastructure system that can support its economic growth and social progress, writes VG Sakthikumar, Chairman and Managing Director, Schwing Stetter India.
The demand for concrete equipment is on the rise.
K Sunil Kumar, President, Infrastructure Equipments, Sunbeam Generator
We are proactively focusing on energy efficiency and digitalisation
Dhanraj Kalbhor, Managing Director, NORD Drivesystems
Our products are future ready
Amit Bansal, Director Sales & Marketing-BCP Division, Caterpillar India
In 1 cu m concrete mixers, we have 50-60% market share
Prashanth Kumar, Executive Director, Sicoma Mixers India
We expect a modest growth of 5-10% in the Indian market
Kennady V Kaipally, Country Manager, Bonfiglioli Transmissions Stefano Baldi, MWS Global Sales Director, Mobile and Wind Industries, Bonfiglioli Riduttori
We plan to add more products to our mining portfolio
Amarnath Ramachandran, Managing Director, ARX Mining & Construction Equipment
Cientra, Invas join hands to build groundbreaking 5G IoT solutions
Collaboration addresses the challenges of security and identity faced by IoT companies
Navigating the Road Ahead
The market for sensor pavers is expected to grow at 7-8 per cent CAGR over five years.
We plan to exhibit our new Smart+Excavators
Rajiv Chaturvedi, Vice President – Sales and Marketing, After sales and Parts, Hyundai Construction Equipment India
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.
BPE inks 3 major int’l collaborations
Best Power Equipments India Private Limited (BPE), a leading Indian manufacturer of end-to-end strategic power solutions, has cemented three major joint ventures that mark a pivotal step towards becoming a major player in the South East Asian region.
CII targets over 15% YoY growth in next 5 years
The event witnessed the participation of leading names from the industry, government, and stakeholders from the infrastructure and construction equipment sector.
Sustainability & innovation key drivers for infra development
The construction equipment industry is pivotal for economic growth
Micron launches $2.7 bn semiconductor plant in India
Micron Technology, a global leader in memory and storage solutions, has initiated the construction of a state-of-the-art semiconductor manufacturing facility in India, marking a significant step towards bolstering the country's semiconductor industry.
ELGi introduces Air~Alert in India
Elgi Equipments, one of the world’s leading air compressor manufacturers, announced the introduction of Air~Alert, an IoT-based air compressor monitoring system, for the Indian market.
BPE inks 3 major international collaborations
Best Power Equipments India Private Limited (BPE), a leading Indian manufacturer of end-to-end strategic power solutions, has cemented three major joint ventures that mark a pivotal step towards becoming a major player in the South East Asian region.
Concrete equipment sector has been quick to embrace advanced tech.â€
Ramesh Babbar, President and Director, Columbia Machine Engineering, speaks on the company’s approach to innovation and technology.
Fleet Management and AI!
Asset management helps to maximise the value of equipment over its lifespan by ensuring that it is properly maintained and used efficiently.
Revolutionising construction
The booming construction sector is fueling a growing demand for air compressors.
BPE inks 3 major int’l collaborationsÂ
BPE inks three major joint ventures, to become a major player in the S.E Asia
BPE collaborates with China and Vietnam for int’l projects
BPE collaborates with China and Vietnam for international projects
ELGi introduces Air~Alert in India
Air~Alert is an IoT-based air compressor monitoring system
ELGi introduces Air~Alert in India
Air~Alert is an IoT-based air compressor monitoring system
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.
We are enhancing business competencies for green bio-carbon material development
Vidyadhar Limaye, President – Business Head (Polymer), Varroc Engineering, speaks on the current status and recent developments of company’s polymer business.
The New Concrete Frontier
Contractors must adopt advanced, efficient concrete equipment to meet growing project sizes, tight deadlines, and high-strength concrete demands.
Our company is focused on digital transformation
Ammann ELBA batching plants are designed taking into consideration the minutest details,†says Anand Sundaresan, Managing Director, Ammann India, while speaking on the safety features incorporated in their range of concrete equipment.
Vedanta Aluminium expands India’s largest fleet of electric forklifts
The company has goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Vedanta Aluminium expands India’s largest fleet of electric forklifts
It has been deployed at the company’s operations in Jharsuguda, Odisha
“We work very closely with mining companies.â€
BKR Prasad, General Manager – Marketing, Tata Hitachi Construction Machinery, speaks on the types of mining equipment offered by the company.
Embracing the Rental Revolution
Rental penetration is a bit low in the mining equipment industry, but it is increasing on YOY basis due to awareness and availability of latest mining equipment.
The Mining Boom
India's increasing coal projects drive a surge in mining equipment demand!
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.
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.
Revolutionising construction
Automation in construction equipment has the potential to improve productivity, safety, and efficiency, leading to significant advancements in construction practices.
The Versatile Workhorse
Telehandlers can perform a wide range of tasks in various industries.
Powering up the Earth
The need for earthmoving equipment is expected to increase due to the nation's fast urbanisation and infrastructure development requirements
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.
The Rise of Automation in CE Industry
In recent years, the industry has embraced automation as a way to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve the quality of its products.
The Rise of Automation in CE Industry
In recent years, the industry has embraced automation as a way to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve the quality of its products.
DICV’s Sustainability Goals
Driving sustainability in our production and operations has been a key focus for DICV since our inception, says Satyakam Arya, CEO and MD, DICV.
Automation Connect 2022: B&R India creating pathway for the future
B&R India organised a grand event in Ahmedabad during the month of October 2022
We will display our range of self-loading concrete mixers
Kalpesh Soni, Vice President, KYB Conmat, discusses the various challenges faced by the company.
We plan to grow by 13% growth in the top line in 2023
Ramesh Babbar, President and Director, Columbia Machine Engineering, speaks on the year 2022 in terms of performance, and the company's plans for 2023.
Predictive Maintenance: A New Paradigm in Heavy Equipment
Predictive maintenance can help fleets avoid breakdowns while reducing maintenance costs by predicting when parts will fail based on performance data and other information.
Our focus is on sustainability
Dr Arabinda Bandyopadhyay, Chief Technologist, CDE Asia, speaks on IoT and digital technologies that are evolving in processing.
Going forward, we will have new products
Kaushik Sen, Country General Manager, Drillman Global, speaks on the IoT and digital technologies that are evolving in the business.
Outsourcing Warehouse Operations
Aditya Vazirani of Robinsons Global Logistics Solutions discusses warehousing, which has emerged as one of the most crucial aspects of the modern supply chain.
India is one of the very few countries where mining is still growing
Rajesh Nath, Managing Director, VDMA India, speaks on sustainability in the mining industry.
Mining opportunities!
Government’s thrust on coal mining is expected to significantly impact demand for mining equipment.
Why outsourcing warehouse operations are more effective
Aditya Vazirani of Robinsons Global Logistics Solutions discusses warehousing, which has emerged as one of the most crucial aspects of the modern supply chain.
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.
Poised to higher grow
The demand for telehandlers has been increasing steadily, especially from the infrastructure construction and mining segments over the coming years.
Demand for reliable material handling products is fast growing
Deepak Shetty of JCB India speaks on the market for telehandlers in India
Why outsourcing warehouse operations are more effective
Aditya Vazirani of Robinsons Global Logistics Solutions discusses warehousing, which has emerged as one of the most crucial aspects of the modern supply chain.
“Digitalisation plays a major role in today’s mining operation.”
Animesh Nandy, National Sales Manager, (India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh & Sri Lanka), Epiroc Mining India, speaks on the current scenario of underground mining in India.