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LiuGong India is one of the leading manufacturers of construction equipment in India. Rohit Punjabi, Vice President – Excavator Business, LiuGong India, discusses the trends he is observing in the construction equipment industry and how his company is adapting to these changes.

MoRTH approves Rs 1,255 cr Patiala Bypass project

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has approved the construction of a new bypass around Patiala, Punjab, with an investment of Rs 1,255.59 crore.

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.

Gates Corp Invests to Establish Gates Global Technical Centre in Lalru, Punjab

Gates aims to enhance its capabilities in innovation to deliver advanced solutions to its global customer base.

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

Gates Corporation to establish Global Technical Center at Lalru, Punjab

By setting up the Gates Global Technical Center, the company aims to enhance its capabilities in innovation to deliver advanced solutions to its global customer base. Lalru, Punjab Gates Corporation, a leading global provider of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions, has announced its plans to establish a Gates Global Technical Center in Lalru, Punjab. The foundation stone laying ceremony for this milestone project was held on June 13, 2024, with Dr Thomas Strong Moss, Senior Vice President of Innovation, Gates Corporation and Rajesh C Bhandari, Senior Managing Director, Gates India, leading the event. This initiative marks a major step for Gates in India, highlighting the company's commitment to the region as a center for talent and R&D excellence. By setting up this cutting-edge facility, Gates aims to enhance its capabilities in innovation to deliver advanced solutions to its global customer base. Dr Moss expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating, "We are excited to establish the Gates Global Technical Center in Lalru, Punjab. This new Technical Center reflects our confidence in India as a talent hub and R&D center. This investment will strengthen our presence in India and drive innovation to benefit customers worldwide." The Gates Global Technical Center will serve as a hub for collaboration and innovation, fostering partnerships with local institutions and industry stakeholders to address engineering challenges and drive breakthroughs.

Gates Corp invests to establish Gates Global Technical Centre in Punjab

The foundation stone laying ceremony for this milestone project will be held on June 13th

BKT Tires forges dynamic partnerships with 7 IPL teams

BKT Tires, an Indian multinational company and a global player in the off-highway tyre market is pleased to announce its alignment with seven prestigious T20 cricket teams for the upcoming season of the highly anticipated T20 Cricket league.

The Crushing Evolution!

What are the key criteria sought by operators of crushers and screens? And how do modern models differ in their features and capabilities?

BKT Tires forges dynamic partnerships with 7 IPL teams

Including inaugural collaboration with Lucknow Super Giants

CRUSH, SCREEN, EXCEL

The crushing and screening equipment market — which is driven by aggregate and construction industries, road projects, and railway lines — is believed to grow at a faster pace.

Caterpillar: In step with India’s progress since 1930

Caterpillar has actively participated in diverse infrastructure and construction projects in India, bolstering the country’s development in infrastructure, mining, and energy sectors.

Chandigarh Tricity's comprehensive mobility plan seeks UMTA approval

After the refusal of the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) to approve the Comprehensive Mobility Plan (CMP) for Chandigarh and Tricity citing that it was not within their domain the UT administration has taken the initiative to seek approval for the CMP during the upcoming meeting of the Unified Metro Transportation Authority (UMTA).

Government of Punjab invites tenders for Machinery and Machining Tools

The deadline for submitting bids is 19-Jun-2023 11:00 AM

New Holland Construction announced a renewed focus on the brand

Company unveils C330 compact track loader with two other products

Department of water resources in Punjab seek bids for machinery

The deadline for submitting bids is May 25, 2023

Haryana roads, bridges approved by centre for Rs 8.74 bn

Dushyant Chautala Deputy Chief Minister Haryana announced that 11 roads and as many bridges in the state will be widened and strengthened at a cost of approximately Rs 8.74 billion under the Central Road and Infrastructure Fund (CRIF) scheme of the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.

BKT Tires signs up as “Official Tyre Partner” with seven IPL teams

The collaboration with T20 cricket teams adds to a growing portfolio of BKT’s global strategic partnership.

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.

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.

BKT to focus on mining products at excon

BKT, the Indian multinational group and a global player in the off-highway tyre market, is all set to cross a billion dollars this year with India contributing 20 per cent and exports of 80 per cent.

Shell Lubricants India appoints Debanjali Sengupta as new Country Head

Shell India has appointed Debanjali Sengupta as Country Head of Shell Lubricants India, starting August 1, 2021. She succeeds Mr. Raman Ojha, who has moved on to take over as Vice President - Global Head (Construction & Roads).

Shell Lubricants India appoints Debanjali Sengupta as new Country Head

Shell India has appointed Ms. Debanjali Sengupta as Country Head of Shell Lubricants India, starting 1st August 2021. She succeeds Mr. Raman Ojha, who has moved on to take over as Vice President - Global Head (Construction & Roads).

L&T concludes the divestment of 99 MW Hydro Power Plant with Renew Power

L&T concluded the divestment of its 100% stake in the 3 x 33 MW (99 MW) hydroelectric power plant at Singoli-Bhatwari in Uttarakhand

The demand for off highway tyres is at an all time high

Rajiv Poddar, Jt. MD, BKT Tires

BEML rolls out mechanical minefield marking equipment

BEML Limited, one of the leading public sectors under Ministry of Defence, GoI, has rolled out the first prototype of Mechanical Minefield Marking Equipment Mk-II, built on BEML TATRA 6x6 an ‘Atmanirbhar’ product, developed through TOT from R&D E Engineers, DRDO.

BEML rolls out mechanical minefield marking equipment

BEML, one of the leading public sectors under Ministry of Defence, GoI, has rolled out the first prototype of Mechanical minefield marking equipment Mk-II, built on BEML TATRA 6x6 an ‘Atmanirbhar’ product, developed through TOT from R&D E Engineers, DRDO.

BKT Tires partners with 7 IPL teams

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

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.

Komatsu excavators help carve a new route to Kailash Manasarovar

As many as 20 units of Komatsu PC210-8M0 hydraulic excavators worked arduously in the construction of 80 km mountainous road to Kailash Manasarovar

CE industry to de-grow in 2020

In the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic, the overall sales of construction equipment in the country in CY2020 are expected to diminish by 15-20 per cent.

CE industry to de-grow in 2020

In the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic, the overall sales of construction equipment in the country in CY2020 are expected to diminish by 15-20 per cent.

MSMEs hold key in India’s economic revival: NRI report

The latest report by Nomura Research Institute (NRI) Consulting & Solutions India highlights the role of MSMEs in the revival of Indian economy, and the need for adequate support

CE industry to de-grow by 15-20 per cent in CY2020

The Indian construction industry is facing numerous headwinds as a result of the economic slowdown and other factors impacting the construction activity.

CE industry to de-grow by 15-20 per cent in CY2020

The Indian construction industry is facing numerous headwinds as a result of the economic slowdown and other factors impacting the construction activity.

On Strong Foundation

Foundation equipment segment is back on action with a lot of equipment busy at various project sites across the country. The trend is expected to continue for the next few years.

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.

Safety at Work Site

Personal safety is of utmost importance at any construction site. Respiratory hazards, hearing hazards and falling hazards are the common safety risks involved with workers at construction sites. K Nandakumar explains more on these safety risks and solutions offered by 3M India.

Laying the foundation

In Punjab, the new national highway, NH-52, is under construction with two lanes in each direction. The new road will provide many communities with better links to the national road network. In some parts, the existing carriageways are being refurbished and widened, while in other sections, totally new roads are being constructed.

JCB India opens dealership facility in Mohali

JCB India Ltd along with its dealer Krishna Automobiles inaugurated a new dealer facility in Mohali. Spread over 24,560 sq ft, this is the largest construction equipment facility by Krishna Automobiles and will also be their new Head Office.

Dwarka Expressway construction back on track

The construction of Dwarka Expressway (Northern Peripheral Road) has been put on fast track following a favourable court order and a recent land acquisition notification.

Sonalika ITL posts 22% growth

One of the leading tractor brand in India, Sonalika International Tractors Ltd, entered the new financial year 2017-18 with a sharp growth of more than 22 per cent in April over last year. The company has recorded a remarkable 7,381-unit sales over the last year, in both domestic and international markets in April.

Hard taskmaster

Neeraj Bhatia, Strategic Business Unit Head at Eimco Elecon (I) Ltd, is an alumnus of Punjab Engineering College, Chandigarh, with a Post Graduation Degree in Management from Punjabi University, Patiala.

REXEL opens Gurgaon office

REXEL India further enhanced its footprint in Northern region announcing the opening of its new branch at Gurgaon for Schneider Electric products.

Close to market

Sominder Singh, Vice President, Domestic Sales, Product Management & Network of Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV)

DesignED to Rule

Bearings should perform in harsh environment

Bearings should not only be capable to withstand high dynamic loads but also high vibrations, heavy shock loads, contamination, take care of shaft misalignment

Bearings for Smooth and Durable Functioning

Not as interesting or inspiring as a tiny transistor in an electronic circuit, a bearing is as important as a transistor when it comes to the smooth functioning of a machine.

We plan to launch a new cabin for our existing range

We are developing multiple new platforms in terms of products and customer engagement initiatives and given our scale, we are in the best position to efficiently integrate our products

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

Transmission Yokes

R.B. Forgings manufactures forged automotive parts, trucks and container parts, tractor parts, gear blanks, and forged and machined components. The product list comprises hubs, hinges, steering knuckles, flanges, transmission yoke, container hinges, 'D' rings, steering arms, lashing parts, tractor linkages, tractor axles, forged gear blanks, precision gear blanks.

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.

Road 2 recovery

Despite the present day gloom in the market, the future for the construction equipment sector, especially for the road equipment segment in India, still holds much potential as this sector has a profound and immediate impact on the country?s economic growth. Off-Highway Research is optimistic about the growth in demand for road equipment and forecasts growth at a CAGR of 12.67 per cent over the next five years. Agith G Antony finds out more about the positive vibes in the industry.

Growth will pick up only if the government ensures a good mix of BOT and EPC projects

The government has to address issues like long-term funding for road projects, faster land clearances and introducing more stringent prequalification criteria for contractors who are bidding for road projects. The blocks have to be cleared to expedite a healthy growth in this sector and to attract the private sector for BOT projects, says Rohit Punjabi, Assistant Director (Strategy and Marketing), Liugong India. Excerpts of the interview.

John Deere Launches Smaller Sugarcane Harvester

John Deere India has launched the Sugarcane Harvester CH 330, specifically designed to excel in Indian farming conditions.John Deere India, a subsidiary of Deere & Company, USA, recently launched the sugarcane harvester CH 330 specifically designed to excel in Indian farming conditions

Excavator Market Looking at Boom

As per Off-Highway Research, crawler excavators will be the fastest growing product of the near future, and its demand should grow to over 30,000 units in the next four to five years.Excon 2013 bears testimony to the fact that OEMs are gearing up for the anticipated demand for excavators. Some of the leading players either launched new models or showcased upgraded versions. Volvo CE launched two productive and powerful models in the D Series - EC220D and EC300D; JCB showcased its completely

Our excavators are highly fuel-efficient and drastically reduce cost-per-tonne.

Anjali Pandey, Engine Business and Components Business Leader, Cummins India, speaks on the key products on display during Excon.

Our excavators are highly fuel-efficient and drastically reduce cost-per-tonne.

LiuGong offers excavators from 2Tto 70T and we recently launched the 70T excavator. In India as of now we are selling in the 6T, 8T, 26T and 36T class. We are quite optimistic on the growth potential and at end of the next year we will probably come out with more models in excavators for the Indian market, say Rohit Punjabi, Assistant Director Strategy & Marketing, LiuGong India. Excerpts from the interview.

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.

Bridgework in Jammu

Two Potain MCi 85 A tower cranes are at work on the $32- million Basholi Bridge, a three- year construction project in Jammu. The 5 t capacity cranes are working 12 hours a day, performing general lifting duties and pouring concrete.

LiuGong compactors are versatile in nature

We are enhancing our manufacturing efficiency and regularly visiting our customers to guage their needs. To this end, we have synergised all our R&D centres to adapt to the needs of the customers

Intelligent compaction

Road construction experts as well as OEMs, vouch for the efficacy of intelligent compaction technology lauding the way it has led to improved roads. It is one of the most significant technological developments for the road construction sector

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.