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Liebherr and STRABAG test hydrogen wheel loader

STRABAG is the first Liebherr customer to test the L 566 H hydrogen wheel loader

Jaideep Shekhar is Equipment India Person of the Year 2024

He was selected during the 12th BKT Equipment India Awards held on 10 October 2024 at Jio Convention Centre

RAHSTA to submit policy recommendations to NHAI

RAHSTA to submit policy recommendations to NHAI for improving highways.

Danfoss appoints Shree Gurumurthy as SVP of Global Operations

Gurumurthy will continue to report to Eric Alström

Maximising Uptime

India bearings market is projected to reach $6714.8 million by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 13.5 per cent from 2024 to 2032.

Constructing Tomorrow

Integrating AI and ML into construction equipment is a game-changer, optimising performance, reducing downtime, and enhancing safety on job sites.

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.

Transforming Logistics

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

Atlas Copco WEDA pumps optimise lithium extraction process

The mine has also reduced its maintenance costs by 60%

MYCRANE celebrates major milestone with 10,000 cranes added to platform

More than 10,000 lifting machines now available to hire online

Maxion Wheels celebrates inauguration ceremony of Formare in India

Formare is an academic scholarship programme for underprivileged youth in Brazil and Mexico

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.

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.

Our focus is on innovation while increasing localisation

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.

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.

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

Fighting Fire with Innovation

As the coal mining industry continues its quest for enhanced safety measures and environmental consciousness, integrating fire resistant hydraulic fluids emerges as a pioneering solution with the potential to mitigate fire hazards and elevate operational security to unprecedented heights. The author explains the need for fire resistant hydraulic fluids and their importance within the coal mining industry.

ABB India sets up a smart center for electrician training

Training will ensure participants are job-ready upon completion

Boosting Performance

Lubricants are crucial in enhancing construction equipment performance, reducing wear, and ensuring smooth operation, ultimately leading to increased efficiency and prolonged machinery lifespan.

Service Contractors: Results Come Down to Training

From deep mines to large cement plants, the goal of the training is to ensure Martin’s customers experience maximum efficiency and productivity in their bulk handling systems

Tackling Supply and Quality Concerns in CE Rentals

As demand surges, particularly driven by infrastructure developments in regions like Asia-Pacific, stakeholders face pressing issues ranging from availability mismatches to concerns over maintenance standards.

Zoomlion accelerates expansion in Thailand

The ceremony featured an impressive display of Zoomlion's latest equipment

New overtime rules hit contractors, but legal challenges mount

Construction contractors and other employers are now faced with new, expanded federal overtime rules for employees.

Crush, pulverise demolition material with NPK V250R excavator attachment

NPK’s V250R crusher pulverizer is made for primary and secondary demolition, including reinforced concrete, and can handle high-reach applications.

Cummins India launches global competency centre in Pune

Cummins Group in India, one of the leading power solutions technology providers, opened its first IT Global Competency Center (GCC) at its India Office Campus in Balewadi, Pune, Maharashtra.

Liebherr Unveils First Large Wheel Loader with Hydrogen Engine

In the race to decarbonize construction sites, Liebherr is betting on hydrogen for large equipment.

Cummins India launches global competency centre in Pune

The center will enable the company to scale operational efficiencies

Liebherr cranes working on final phase of Sagrada Família project

The Temple of the Sagrada Família will represent the future of modern Catalonia,” this is how the architect Antonio Gaudí described his masterpiece, which began construction in 1882 in Barcelona.

ABB's IEC LV motors save over 500 GWh energy across Indian industries

The sale of IE3 and IE4 high-efficiency motors have seen significant growth

Liebherr cranes working on final phase of Sagrada Família project

The 710 HC-L 32-64 Litronic and 125 HC-L luffing jib cranes are ideal for this challenging project

JLG’s New SkyTrak 8042 Telehandler

The 8042 has an 8,000-pound lift capacity, a max lift height of 42 feet and max reach of 29.5 feet. JLG has redesigned its new SkyTrak 8042 Telehandler from the ground up for lighter weight and easier transport.

Dalmia Transport selects Roadzen's DrivebuddyAI to enhance fleet safety

Roadzen Inc, a global leader in AI at the convergence of insurance and mobility, announced that Dalmia Transport & Logistics has selected Roadzen’s proprietary ADAMATICS technology platform, DrivebuddyAI, for its fleet operations. Roadzen’s strategic partnership with Dalmia will span five years.

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.

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.

Preventive Maintenance for Peak Productivity

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

Powering Continued Global Growth

A new addition to their wheeled excavator lineup, the 10-tonne EW100, utilises both the 2.8 and 3.6-litre Perkins engines to achieve the power and ability of a 14-tonne machine.

Liebherr at IFAT 2024 in Munich

Liebherr presents two wheel loaders: L 507 E and L 556 XPower®

A new telehandler on the market: JLG's new SkyTrak 8042

The brand new SkyTrak 8042 provides efficient transport and carrying capacity.

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

Gerrit Marx is new CEO of CNH

CNH Industrial N.V. announces the appointment of Gerrit Marx to the role of CEO effective July 1, 2024.

Dalmia Transport selects Roadzen's DrivebuddyAI to enhance fleet safety

Roadzen’s strategic partnership with Dalmia will span five years.

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.

Mastering Hydraulic Hose Selection

Choosing the right hydraulic hoses is critical for system performance and safety. This article offers essential insights into hose selection, covering factors like pressure ratings, diameters, materials, and safety considerations, ensuring optimal functionality and risk mitigation.

Road construction leaders launch RAHSTA Expo 2024 in Delhi

14th RAHSTA (Roads and Highways Sustainable Technologies & Advancement) Expo - India’s biggest road exhibition - will be held as a part 10th India Construction Festival 2024 at Jio Convention Centre, Mumbai, from October 9-10, 2024.

Gerrit Marx is new CEO of CNH

Marx returns to CNH from Iveco Group, succeeding Scott W. Wine

RAHSTA to showcase cutting-edge road construction tech, says NCC Director

14th RAHSTA (Roads and Highways Sustainable Technologies & Advancement) Expo - India’s biggest road exhibition - will be held as a part 10th India Construction Festival 2024 at Jio Convention Centre, Mumbai, from October 9-10, 2024.

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.

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

Two Liebherr 420 EC-H 16 Litronic cranes are secured to the bridge's pylons

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.

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.

Eco-Diggers!

Backhoe loaders are at the forefront of the sustainable construction movement, revolutionising the industry with groundbreaking energy-efficient technologies.

SSLs have garnered significant demand compared to other CE

Shalabh Chaturvedi, Managing Director, CASE Construction Equipment – India & SAARC region

Electronics will play a crucial role in advancing hydraulic systems.”

Bharat Bhushan, Director, Sales, Danfoss Power Solutions India, speaks on the adoption of hydraulic motor technology that is evolving in the construction sector.

Liebherr presents new app: MyAssistant for Earthmoving

New smartphone app for Liebherr earthmoving and material handling machines

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.

Schwing Stetter’s boom pump: Revolutionising the construction industry

The unique and compact boom pump is designed to optimise job site mobility and efficiency.

CASE India extends its presence in Rajasthan

The company inaugurates new dealership in Jaipur

Recent past sees significant IoT development for remote and health equipment monitoring

BKR Prasad, General Manager – Marketing, Tata Hitachi Construction Machinery

Vision 2030 Drives Growth

The compaction equipment industry in India has witnessed significant technological advancements in recent years. Manufacturers are integrating advanced features, such as GPS technology and telematics, into their machines to enhance precision and efficiency.

Revolutionising Construction

Concrete construction has evolved significantly, impacting both equipment choices and operational strategies.

Saving from untimely engine troubles

A decent periodic inspection with an in-depth analysis will allow you to locate the potential problem with the engine before it heads for a major failure.

How does the diesel engine help us today

Whether keeping farms powered or fuelling massive mining equipment, advanced diesel engines are reducing emissions without sacrificing productivity.

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.

Electric Vehicles: Revving Up Despite Roadblocks

The revision in the FAME II policy during 2023 posed a setback for the growth of 2W and 3W. However, the overall expansion of the EV market remained robust throughout CY2023.

We are committed to staying ahead of emission standards

Vasanth Thangavelu, General Manager – Marketing Deployment (Commercial), ExxonMobil Lubricants, speaks on the company's key offerings for the construction and mining sector.

Will QCBS phase out L1 for Infrastructure Procurement?

The limits for QCBS system of procurement have been lifted says Pratap Padode, Founder & President, FIRST Construction Council who has been a strong proponent of the QCBS system of procurement. Read on…

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.

How critical equipment helped rescue trapped workers in Uttarkashi tunnel collapse

Manual tools, such as hammers and chisels, became the instruments of choice.

Revolutionising Industrial Sustainability

Modern industries are integrating the practice of drawing periodic oil samples to meticulously track the condition of lubricants and machine health

R&D is crucial for staying ahead of market trends

Gajanan V Gandhe, Country Lead and Vice President, Dana India Sandeep Khullar, Executive Director, Off Highway & Commercial Vehicle, Dana India

Atlas Copco unveils world’s first battery-driven portable screw compressor

The B-Air 185-12 is the first of its kind within the global industrial marketplace

MYCRANE signs MOU with Equip9 at Excon

Equip9 is an AI-enabled start-up that has developed an app for everything related to heavy equipment.

Perkins Introduces CPCBIV+ Certified 2806FA at EXCON 2023

Perkins unveils the 2806FA platform with CPCBIV+ certification

DICV inaugurates two BharatBenz regional training centers

The company aims to train 3,500+ BharatBenz drivers, sales and service personnel every year

How critical equipment helped rescue trapped workers in Uttarkashi tunnel collapse

Manual tools, such as hammers and chisels, became the instruments of choice

Liebherr R 930 tunnel crawler excavator launched

The Liebherr tunnel excavator range expands with the new R 930 Tunnel crawler excavator, now launched on the world market. Developed at Liebherr-France SAS in Colmar (France), the R 930 Tunnel replaces the R 924 compact tunnel and allows high-level performance in all types of underground applications

Pioneering Paths in Branding & Marketing

Ajay Adlakha, an individual whose trajectory intertwines engineering education with an unyielding entrepreneurial zeal, stands as a luminary in the realm of marketing communications expertise.

The Indian CE industry crossed 1,00,000-unit sales in 2022-2023

Sandeep Singh, Managing Director, Tata Hitachi Construction Machinery, speaks on the growing market for construction equipment in India.

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.

Liebherr R 930 tunnel crawler excavator launched

Developed at Liebherr-France SAS in Colmar (France), the R 930 Tunnel replaces the R 924 compact tunnel and allows high-level performance in all types of underground applications.

No Bumps in the Road

India has been investing significantly in infrastructure development, including the construction of roads, highways, and expressways. This investment has driven the demand for road construction equipment.

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.

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.

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.

Charting growth path for road sector

The 13th India Roads Conference (IRC) – with the theme of "Road Construction Business: Establishing safe, sustainable, inclusive and intelligent road network in India” – explored new opportunities for stakeholders in the road construction business.

Schwing Stetter, Caterpillar, Tata Hitachi, ACE & SANY bag multiple awards at 11th Equipment India Awards

The 11th Equipment India Awards 2023 celebrated and rewarded excellence in eleven Bestseller product categories.

23 awards presented to Construction Equipment BESTSELLERS at 11th Equipment India Awards 2023

Dimitrov Krishnan, Managing Director, Volvo Construction Equipment India, was recognised as the “Equipment India Person of the Year 2023” for his remarkable achievements during 2022-23

Dimitrov Krishnan, MD, Volvo Construction Equipment, awarded “Equipment India Person of the Year 2023”

The 11th Equipment India Awards 2023 took place on October 12, 2023, at Shangri-La Eros, New Delhi.

Terex Powerscreen Pulse wins Innovation of the Year award

The 11th Equipment India Awards 2023 took place on October 12, 2023, at Shangri-La Eros, New Delhi.

Schwing Stetter India wins big at Equipment India Awards 2023

The 11th Equipment India Awards 2023 took place on October 12, 2023, at Shangri-La Eros, New Delhi.

Sany bags three awards in emerging bestseller category

The 11th Equipment India Awards 2023 took place on October 12, 2023, at Shangri-La Eros, New Delhi.

Case Construction bags CSR Company of the Year award

Case Construction bags CSR Company of the Year award

AJAX Engineering bags Green Factory of the Year award

The 11th Equipment India Awards 2023 took place on October 12, 2023, at Shangri-La Eros, New Delhi.

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.

Concrete equipment sector has been quick to embrace advanced tech.”

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.