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Mining Revolution
The Indian mining industry has shifted from manual to mechanised operations, embracing varying levels of technology and automation
Indian MHE market rapidly shifting to tier II and III cities
Manojit Acharya, Director – South Asia and Thailand Region, and Managing Director India, Jungheinrich AG, speaks on the current state of the MHE market in India, and the key trends and developments shaping the market landscape.
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.
India’s MHE market to hit 9.8% CAGR by 2027
Tacklers Engineering is a leading manufacturer of material handling equipment in the India. In this interview Nirag A Choksi and Aman A Choksi, Directors, Tacklers Engineering (formerly known as Techno Industries) shares about its manufacturing facilities in India.
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
Transforming Logistics
The India material handling equipment market is poised for significant growth, with expectations to reach substantial market size by 2027.
We aim to bring Indian MHE up to global standards at half cost
The material handling equipment market in India has shown substantial growth. Manpreet Sachdev, Founder & CEO, Elite Material Handling Company, highlights new trends like AGVs, drones, etc. in the material handling space.
Our crane designs embrace digitalisation and automation
Neeraj Waghela, Head of Product Development, ElectroMech Material Handling Systems (India), speaks on what sets their cranes apart from the competitors.
Unmanned manufacturing operations are now a reality
Avcon Systems has extensive product offerings to solve challenges in the material handling equipment (MHE) space. Aniket Sawarkar, CEO, Avcon Systems, shares insights on the evolving material handling processes in India.
Integration of technology is becoming increasingly important
Siddharth Chaturvedi, General Manager – Marketing, Tata Hitachi, speaks on the key features and benefits of their backhoe loaders.
On the Fast Track
The government’s ambitious plan to construct 12,000 to 13,000 km of national highways and award similar contracts presents a major opportunity for the road equipment industry growth.
The market dynamics of skid steer loader is very optimistic
Shalabh Chaturvedi, Managing Director, CASE Construction Equipment – India & SAARC region, speaks on the factors fuelling the growth of the skid-steer loaders market in India.
Building the Future
How digitalisation is transforming the construction equipment industry.
JCB introduces telescopic boom platform, the T 65D in India
The machine is powered by a JCB diesel engine and comes with two work zones.
Godrej launches India's first lithium-ion forklift
First lithium-ion forklift with indigenous battery system
ICEMA reports 5% increase in CE sales to 28,902 units for Q1 FY25
The CE industry had sold 27,577 units in the same period of the previous fiscal.
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.
Mecalac Introduces 12MTX Combination Wheeled Excavator
Mecalac has introduced its new 12MTX to the U.S. market, calling it a combination “compact excavator, loader, and telehandler.”
Hyundai Makes a Mark in the Dozer Market with HD100
Following in the footsteps of sister company Develon, Hyundai is breaking into the dozer market with the introduction of its new 122-horsepower, 10-metric-ton HD100.
Hyundai CE India Advances Excavators with Cutting-Edge Features
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment is one of the leading construction and earthmoving equipment manufacturers in India. Joydeep Baksi, National Sales Head (Sales & Marketing), Hyundai Construction Equipment India, speaks on the latest advancements incorporated into their recent hydraulic excavator models.
Hyundai enters the dozer market with the HD100
It is a robust machine boasting 122 horsepower and weighing 10 metric tonne.
Magesh S is the new Director of Sales at Putzmeister Concrete Machines
“Looking forward to delivering value to our customers’ business," says Magesh.
Liebherr at IFAT 2024 in Munich
Liebherr will be present at IFAT 2024, the world's leading trade fair for water, sewage, waste and raw materials management, which will take place in Munich from 13 to 17 May 2024, with a stand measuring around 280 m². In Hall C5, Stand 151/250, Liebherr will be exhibiting machines specially designed for use in waste management and recycling.
Loading the Future
Recent innovations in wheel loader technology have been transformative, and electric wheel loaders are at the forefront of this revolution.
Building India’s Global Manufacturing Capabilities
The Indian manufacturing sector stands at a critical juncture, with several opportunities arising from global shifts and local initiatives. But to take advantage of this evolving market, Indian manufacturers have to raise their global competitiveness, says Rakesh Rao.
Innovations in wheel loader have focused on improving productivity
Nischal Mehrotra, Sr. Vice President, Sales & Marketing, LiuGong India speaks on the demand and application trends for wheel loaders across.
Hyundai holds a No. 2 position in excavator attachments in India.
Joydeep Baksi, National Sales Head (Sales & Marketing), Hyundai Construction Equipment India, speaks on the current market size of hydraulic excavators in India, and how has it evolved over the past few years.
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.
Urbanisation Boosts Attachments Market
Rapid urbanisation and infrastructure expansion propel the demand for excavator attachments, driving market growth exponentially.
Indian CE Sales Rise YoY
Indian Construction Equipment industry sales recorded 5 per cent YoY growth; 31 per cent MoM degrowth in April 2024.
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.
Firstgreen Rockeat Line of Remote-Control Electric Skid Steers
Firstgreen Industries has expanded its line of cabinless, electric skid steers with the new Rockeat models. Offering near-silent operation, the skid steers produce zero carbon emissions and include minimal operating fluids.
Case CE Expands Wheel Loader Range with New 651G
Case CE has rolled out its all-new 651G wheel loader, filling the gap between the company's 621G and 721G, at an operating weight of 30,890 pounds. The eighth model in the range has a lift capacity of 16,100 pounds and nearly 24,000 pounds of breakout force.
Liebherr at IFAT 2024 in Munich
Liebherr was present at IFAT 2024, the world's leading trade fair for water, sewage, waste and raw materials management, which took place in Munich from 13 to 17 May 2024, with a stand measuring around 280 m². In Hall C5, Stand 151/250, Liebherr exhibited machines specially designed for use in waste management and recycling.
Our compaction products are a true testament to Atmanirbharta
Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is a leading international manufacturer of premium construction equipment, offering a comprehensive range of products and services in over 140 countries. Dimitrov Krishnan, Managing Director, Volvo Construction Equipment India, speaks on the company’s growing focus in the compaction business in India, and how it aligns with their broader goals and vision.
India’s CE Sales Surge 26% in FY24
With total equipment sales crossing 1,35,650 units as against 1,07,779 lakh units in FY23, the Indian construction equipment industry has recorded a 26 per cent increase in overall sales volume for the financial year 2023-24, surpassing all projections.
We pioneered the introduction of battery electric wheel loaders in India
SDLG India, a member of Volvo Group, is a leading provider of construction equipment solutions, emphasising innovation, reliability, and affordability. Its range includes wheel loaders, excavators, motor graders, and more. Surat Mehta, Head of SDLG Business in India, speaks about the company’s newly inaugurated manufacturing facility in Bengaluru and how it has enhanced the company’s capabilities in serving the Indian market.
Liebherr at IFAT 2024 in Munich
Liebherr presents two wheel loaders: L 507 E and L 556 XPower®
JCB India rolls out 500,000th construction equipment
JCB India celebrated the roll out of its 500,000th construction equipment. JCB has been in India since 1979 and its products are used in infrastructure development across the country.
Mecalac Introduces Tiltrotators for Excavators
The introduction of tiltrotators demonstrates Mecalac’s commitment to providing comprehensive solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of contractors and operators
Liebherr tower cranes renovate bridge in Spain
Liebherr’s revenue once again increased significantly compared with the previous year.
Power Under Pressure
Hydraulic hoses are the lifelines of construction equipment, powering machines to move earth, lift loads, and shape our urban landscapes.
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?
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
Liebherr launches new app: MyAssistant for Earthmoving
Liebherr has developed MyAssistant for Earthmoving, a new app that will provide significant support for construction machinery operators in their daily work.
Liebherr tower cranes renovate bridge in Spain
The company finished the 2023 business year with a record revenue of Euro 14,042 mn.
CASE India inaugurates new dealership in Jaipur
CASE Construction Equipment, a brand of CNH, has broadened its presence in Rajasthan by appointing a new dealer partner, RDR Techsol in Jaipur.
Booming Demand
Industrial cranes are witnessing a soaring demand as they play a crucial role in various sectors, from construction to logistics, contributing to India's infrastructural growth.
OEMs are evaluating multiple options of adopting alternate fuel.â€
BKR Prasad – General Manager, Marketing, Tata Hitachi Construction Equipment
SSLs have garnered significant demand compared to other CE
Shalabh Chaturvedi, Managing Director, CASE Construction Equipment – India & SAARC region
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.
Electronics will play a crucial role in advancing hydraulic systems.â€
Bharat Bhushan, Director, Sales, Danfoss Power Solutions India, speaks on the adoption of hydraulic motor technology that is evolving in the construction sector.
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.
Liebherr presents new app: MyAssistant for Earthmoving
New smartphone app for Liebherr earthmoving and material handling machines
Hy-Brid Lifts welcomes Eric Liner as new President & CEO
He succeeds Jay Sugar, who successfully led the company for the past three years
Advancing Indian Construction with AI
With AI, construction equipment can do more than ever before. They can also do some tasks on their own, which saves time and makes things safer on construction sites.
How AI and ML are revolutionising CE in India
AI enables machines to perform tasks requiring human intelligence, such as decision-making and pattern recognition, while ML allows systems to learn from data and make predictions.
Automation and the embrace of technology
Telematics and IoT are other aspects of automation that are finding their way in construction equipment.
We offer custom-designed products for all process requirements
Abhishek Bohra, Partner, Bohmen Industries
SANY participates at Odisha Buildcon in Bhubaneshwar
SANY will unveil its range of innovative construction equipment
AMH calls for improved safety in non-standard lifts
All Material Handling (AMH) believes that too many non-traditional lifts are still taking place using the wrong hoist rings and eyebolts, creating unnecessary safety risks.
Hamre Equipment joins LiuGong North America dealer network
LiuGong North America welcomed Hamre Equipment to its dealer network. The Chico, Calif.-based company has expanded from material handling equipment (MHE) into construction equipment (CE) since being founded in the late 1980s and has established a foothold in the region.
Liebherr to exhibit alternative drives plus a wide range of digital solutions at Intermat
From 24 to 27 April 2024 in area Ext 6 C 051 of the Intermat trade show, Liebherr is presenting around 20 machines from the product segments of tower cranes, mobile and crawler cranes, components, earthmoving machinery, material handling technology, deep foundation machines and concrete technology.
Guarding by Location: Danger and Compliance
Despite its nearly global acceptance as a concept in industrial safety, the practice of guarding by location remains a particular problem for overhead conveyor applications.
Guarding by Location: Danger and Compliance
Despite its nearly global acceptance as a concept in industrial safety, the practice of guarding by location remains a particular problem for overhead conveyor applications.
Schwing Stetter India announces entry in CE sub segments at Excon
The new path breaking construction product line-up covers mining, shipping, and road & highway infrastructure industries
BKT unveils advanced mobility solutions at EXCON
The Off-highway tyre major is working towards building our nation.
Komatsu and L&T Showcase Cutting-Edge Technologies at EXCON 2023, Pioneering Sustainable Solutions for Construction and Mining
Komatsu India (KIPL) and L&T make a significant impact at EXCON 2023
Komatsu and L&T Showcase Cutting-Edge Technologies at EXCON 2023, Pioneering Sustainable Solutions for Construction and Mining
Komatsu India (KIPL) and L&T make a significant impact at EXCON 2023
Tata Motors Launches LNG-Powered Trucks and Tippers at EXCON 2023
Tata Motors unveiled its LNG-powered trucks and tippers at the 12th edition of EXCON
DPIIT, Ministries & FIRST Construction Council to discuss sustainability with cement industry captains at Cement EXPO 2023 on Dec 14-15
Join DPIIT, Ministries & industry leaders at Cement EXPO 2023 on Dec 14-15 for sustainability talks
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 focusing on enhancing efficiency and reliability
Rajiv Poddar, Joint Managing Director, Balkrishna Industries Ltd
Our products are designed and developed in Italy
Sanjay Kumar Agarwal, Managing Director, Filtrec Bharat
Guarding by Location: Danger and Compliance
Despite its nearly global acceptance as a concept in industrial safety, the practice of guarding by location remains a particular problem for overhead conveyor applications.
BKT Tires announces participation in EXCON 2023
BKT Tires has strategically positioned itself as 'Bharat ka Tire.
Construction equipment industry anticipates 14-15% revenue surge
According to a report by CRISIL, the domestic construction equipment industry is poised for substantial growth this fiscal year with an anticipated revenue surge of 14 to 15 per cent.
Elliott reaches new heights with aerial material handling devices
Elliott Equipment Company recently unveiled two new material handling aerial devices.
Guarding by Location: Danger and Compliance
Despite its nearly global acceptance as a concept in industrial safety, the practice of guarding by location remains a particular problem for overhead conveyor applications.
Jury selects Indian Cement Review award winners; Awards to be presented at Cement EXPO 2023
Unveiling Future Tech Innovations
14th Cement EXPO to kick-start from Dec 14, 2023 in New Delhi
Join us at the 14th Cement EXPO in New Delhi, starting Dec 14, 2023, for the latest in the world of cement and construction.
Yaskawa unveils Motoman GP20: Redefining precision in automation
Far beyond a mere machine, the GP20 epitomises cutting-edge technology, unmatched precision, and unparalleled speed.
Pushing new boundaries
As the market for excavators experiences increased demand, OEMs are innovating by introducing new features aimed at enhancing both the efficiency and productivity of these machines.
A Resounding Success
Gujarat Conex 2023 served as a gathering hub for prominent figures in the industry and policymakers, engaging in discussions aimed at advancing infrastructure development in Gujarat.
TACKLERS is on its way to becoming a global brand
Nirag Chokshi, Managing Partner, Techno Industries, shares insights on the market for material handling equipment in India.
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.
Fuelling Innovation
Lubricants are essential to keeping engines and industrial machinery in optimal condition.
Building the Future
The market for wheel loaders is seeing fresh traction due to the buoyancy in road construction activities. Fresh off take of coal due to a surge in thermal power production is adding to the demand.
There is a growing interest in electric wheel loaders
Amit Bansal, Director, Sales & Marketing, Building Constructions Products (BCP) Division, Caterpillar India, speaks on the technology and innovation that goes into the design and manufacturing of wheel loaders.
Gujarat: One-stop destination for CE players
Gujarat Conex 2023, which will be held from September 21-23, 2023 in Gandhinagar, will be a meeting place for major industry players and policymakers to deliberate on furthering infrastructure growth in Gujarat and India.
Two steps ahead: The Vögele Dash 5 road pavers
The future in road building is here with Vögele’s latest-generation SUPER 1900-5(i) and SUPER 2100-5(i) road pavers.
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 got into dealership with JCB for eight districts in Tamil Nadu.â€
Senthil Bala, Chief Executive Officer, Surya Bala JCB, speaks on the current market trends and demands for CE in the regions they represent.
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.
On a high growth path
The government's focus on infrastructure development is expected to drive the demand for mini construction equipment.
The Mining Boom
India's increasing coal projects drive a surge in mining equipment demand!
On a high growth path
The government's focus on infrastructure development is expected to drive the demand for mini construction equipment.
Komatsu’s New PC900LC-11 Excavator with 40% Increased Productivity
Komatsu has introduced a new excavator, the PC900LC-11, that is designed to boost productivity by up to 40 per cent.