The Future of Construction

Some construction machines such as autonomous excavators or dozers are able to perform certain pre-programmed tasks autonomously.

EXCON 2023 Day 2 Highlights

EXCON day 2 highlights, Bangalore

Scania Unveils G500 Super Heavy Tipper at EXCON 2023

Scania Commercial Vehicles introduces the G500 8x4 Super Heavy Tipper

Scania Unveils G500 Super Heavy Tipper at EXCON 2023

Scania Commercial Vehicles introduces the G500 8x4 Super Heavy Tipper

Scania India strengthens presence in mining sector

The company has announced its exclusive partnership with PPS Motors.

Poised for growth

As coal mining activity escalates, the need for tipper trucks will rise.

Mandatory AC cabins for truck drivers by 2025!

Starting in 2025, all truck cabins will be required to have air conditioning, offering much-needed comfort to drivers who endure sweaty conditions during their 11-12 hour shifts.

Liugong forays into mining segment

Liugong India, a leading manufacturer of construction and heavy machinery, announced its foray into the mining segment at bauma CONEXPO India

Loaded with opportunities

The wheel loader market is estimated to be valued at over $23.74 billion by 2030. It is anticipated to reach a CAGR of over 8.9 per cent during the forecast period from 2022 to 2030.

L&T, Komatsu & Scania showcase Biofuel compatible equipment

Larsen & Toubro, Komatsu India and Scania India have put together an impressive display at Excon 2021 to showcase their technological strengths and service capabilities and reaffirm their strong commitment to sustainability.

Garg of L&T: Excon has benefitted us with increased market share over the years

Arvind K Garg of L&T Construction & Mining Machinery speaks on the key products on display during Excon.

Double-digit growth likely

Excon is a large, popular and established platform for the construction equipment industry in India where corporates, large infrastructure companies, contractors and their subcontractors, project construction professionals and retail customers meet original equipment producers and suppliers.

L&T, Gulf Oil jointly launch genuine oils for CE

Construction and Mining Machinery Business of Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T-CMB) and Gulf Oil Lubricants India have collaborated to launch a range of genuine oils to cater to the distinct and technologically progressive needs of the Construction Equipment sector.

L&T, Gulf Oil jointly launch genuine oils for CE

Strategic partnership will address the evolving needs of the CE sector

Arvind K. Garg is EI Person of the Year 2021

Garg was awarded at the 9th Equipment India Awards.

Unlocking the mining potential

The future of the Indian mining equipment market looks good with opportunities in underground mining and surface mining.

L&T completes 75 years of CMB biz

Larsen & Toubro, an Indian multinational engaged in EPC projects, hi-tech manufacturing and services, has completed platinum jubilee of one of its oldest businesses, construction and mining machinery business (CMB).

L&T’s construction and mining machinery business turns 75

The company is has achieved a lot over the years and is now one of the market leaders in the segment

L&T completes 75 years of Construction & Mining Machinery business

Pioneered industry by focusing on innovation, best-in-class service; marks supply of 60,000 cutting-edge machines in India.

Mining reforms have brought the confidence back

Souma Ray, Director, Haulotte India shares his thoughts on the AWP market outlook and the company’s activities.

The focus on skill development is on the rise

L&T Construction & Mining Machinery Business has trained and certified over 10,000 operators and mechanics in the last two years under the RPL4.

We look forward to healthy business transactions

As a pioneer in excavator technology in India, L&T Construction & Mining Machinery has been at the forefront by consolidating its leadership position in the construction and mining equipment industry.

CRUSHING BARRIERS

Fragmented aggregate mining, as well as issues related to regulations and liquidity, are threatening the growth of the crushing and screening equipment segment in India.

Looking for a Turnaround

Pioneering Growth

Traditionally known for aerospace, engineering and IT, Bengaluru is fast emerging as a construction equipment (CE) hub in India with major players expanding their base in the city.

L&T opens service centre in Singrauli

L&T Construction & Mining Machinery has set up a new Service Centre in Singrauli, the heartland of India's coal industry.

L&T opens service centre in Singrauli

L&T Construction & Mining Machinery has set up a new Service Centre in Singrauli, the heartland of India?s coal industry. The new facility was inaugurated by Arvind K Garg, Executive Vice-President & Head, Construction & Mining Machinery Business, Larsen & Toubro in the presence of a galaxy of top customers from public sector and private companies.

Kobelco to use Scania engine

Scania is all set to offer Kobelco with low-emission industrial engines for Kobelco?s new 300 tonne capacity lattice boom crawler cranes: the CK3300G-2 model (for North America), the CKE3000G (for Europe), and the CKS3000 (for other markets).

Navantia buys Cometto MSPE trailers

The Spanish company Navantia SA recently received nine modular combinations of self-propelled MSPE 48 t trailers from specialist Cometto.

Improving productivity in mining

At a time when competition is intense, technology disruption and customer demands greater than ever before, the manufacturing sector is focusing on overhauling their processes to step up productivity.

The Platform for Premieres

Comtrans 2017 has once again demonstrated its position as the leading trade fair for decision makers in the commercial vehicle (CV) and transport industry in Eastern Europe.

Danfoss India bags Frost & Sullivan Leadership Award

Danfoss Industries Pvt Ltd was awarded with the Frost and Sullivan - 2017 India Building and HVAC Segment - LV Drives Enabling Technology Leadership Award under the category of novel developments in the Industrial Automation and Process Control Sector at the Frost and Sullivan 2017 India Best Practices Awards Banquet held in Mumbai.

Cometto partners with Scania for engines

Cometto, a member of the Faymonville Group, has entered into a new partnership with Scania for industrial and marine engines. Riccardo Moraglia, Sales Manager for Industrial and Marine Engines, Italscania, said, ?Scania's proposal to the Cometto management was to provide a complete and rational solution to their needs.?

New Generation Mining Tipper

Scania Commercial Vehicles India launched the new P 440 8x4 20.2 cu.m U-body tipper. This has been designed to increase the productivity of mining tippers and improve the total operating economy.

New Generation Mining Tipper

Scania Commercial Vehicles India launched the new P 440 8x4 20.2 cu.m U-body tipper. This has been designed to increase the productivity of mining tippers and improve the total operating economy.

Scania launches new generation mining tipper in India

Scania Commercial Vehicles India Pvt Ltd launched the new P 440 8x4 20.2 cu.m U-body tipper. This has been designed to increase the productivity of mining tippers and improve the total operating economy.

Machine control systems are the future in India

MOBA is a German company that provides automation solutions for moving machines. Speaking to EQUIPMENT INDIA, Samip Desai, National Manager, Moba Mobile Automation (I), explains the company's activities and solutions for the Indian market.

Driving Technology

Customers in India have always been divided between the ones who chose traditional, proven, 'will work for sure' products and the ones who want products that are forward-looking, path-breaking, or simply ahead of its time.

Less OPEX, reduced noise emissions

The power generation market in the Middle East calls for better levels of performance optimisation without limiting the performance of the machine. HIMOINSA generator sets have become an interesting option for companies looking for profitable equipment

ON THE CLOCK!

Material and earth movements are the major work content of all infrastructure developments and mining activities. Front-end loaders, backhoe loaders, dozers and application-centric equipment as options for the users to choose from to suit individual requirements.

Piggybacking earthmovers growth

Transportation of raw and processed materials to the desired location is the next but most essential activity arising out of earthmoving. In the infrastructure space, 5-35 tonne payload capacity tippers and dumpers are extensively utilised for this purpose.

HIMOINSA to showcase low noise gensets

HIMOINSA will showcase gensets and lighting towers designed to work in desert extreme conditions, at Middle East Electricity 2017 in Dubai, to be held during February 14 to 16, 2017.

We are committed to offer best-in-class equipment and services

As far as procurement of medium to big size mining equipment by key players in the mining industry is concerned, the trend is towards evaluation based on Total Cost of Ownership, Life Cycle Costing, bundling equipment with Full Maintenance Contracts and Guaranteed Parts Consumption contracts.

Rolling On Smoothly

Bearings are an integral part of equipment which increase efficiency by reducing friction, while maintaining the operational requirements. In this fast moving age of industrialisation, efficiency is the key to success. Construction equipment operates in very demanding environments

New Primary Mobile Jaw Crusher

The new Terex Finlay J-1170AS is a high-performance primary mobile jaw crusher built around the Terex 1,100 mm x 700 mm (44-? x 28-?) jaw crusher, with a proven track record in recycling, aggregate production and mining applications.

Scania hosts conference

Scania Commercial Vehicles India hosted a multi-stakeholder conference on sustainability, where Nitin Gadkari, Minister for Road Transport and Highways delivered the keynote address. At the conference, Scania unveiled an industry whitepaper on ?Increasing the adoption of biofuels for vehicle use in India?

Scania showcases P410 mining tippers

Scania Commercial Vehicles India showcased its premium mining tippers, the P 410 (8x4) coal body and P 410 (8x4) SSAB rock body, at Excon 2015.

Exceeding Expectations

According to a report released by ICEMA, the current market size of the construction equipment including backhoe loader, concrete mixers excavator is around $2.8 billion. Further, the Indian construction equipment industry

Scania India delivers 300th mining tipper to VPR Mining

Scania Commercial Vehicles India handed over the 300th Scania P 140 (8x4) tipper to VPR Mining Infrastructure, India?s leading mining company. With its overall fleet of 300 Scania tippers, VPR has become one of Scania?s top customers in India.

CE Industry Buoyant at EXCON 2015

CII and ICEMA jointly showcased the CE industry at EXCON 2015, the 8th International Construction Equipment and Construction Technology Trade Fair, from 25-29 November 2015, at the BIEC grounds in Bengaluru

Defying Market Decline

COMTRANS 2015 demonstrated its position as the leading trade fair for decision makers in the commercial vehicle and transport industry in Eastern Europe. Held from September 8 to 12 at the Crocus Expo Center in Moscow, more than 220 exhibitors from around the world presented innovations and current products.

OTRs Rolling On

OTR tyre industry has evolved over the years because of the infrastructure development and the construction activities happening as a consequence. Off late, owing to Prime Minister?s vision of Make-in-India, the OTR tyres

Scania to Invest Rs 200 Crores in India

Swedish truck and bus maker expects to double its manufacturing capacity in India by investing Rs 200 crore in the next couple of years. The company also plans to export their products to South Africa, South East Asian and Middle East countries, from India.

A Dynamic Show

The six-day Intermat Paris 2015 show was truly dynamic and a stepping stone in the growth path of the industry in the coming years. A report. The 10th Intermat show held on April 20-25, 2015

Largest truck crane

Eurogru has launched a 300 tonne capacity 300.23 truck mounted crane, its biggest model so far. It is mounted on a five-axle Scania commercial truck and has a three section 18.64 m telescopic boom and a maximum working height of 22 m.

Ready for Long Haulage

COMMERCIAL vehicle industry experienced one of the worst and the longest spell of recessions during last three years. However, the good news is that it is reviving now. The heavy-duty (HD) trucks industry hit the peak level in 2011 with a sales of 241,000 and it dropped to 130,000 in 2013.

Getting loan for new equipment and lead time are major challenges

We have over Rs 200 crore worth equipment for mining. We have trucks of Scania P380, Volvo FM400; excavators of Hitachi ZX650, Volvo 700, Komatsu PC 400, dozers and water tankers as per requirement of the sites.

New Primary Mobile Jaw Crusher

The new Terex Finlay J-1170AS is a high-performance primary mobile jaw crusher built around the Terex 1,100 mm x 700 mm (44-? x 28-?) jaw crusher, with a proven track record in recycling, aggregate production and mining applications

Global truck makers eye India

Leading truck makers of international market are targeting India?s commercial vehicle segment. Fiat Group?s Iveco and American Paccar are looking to enter the country to tap the potential here.

Allcargo, Scania join hands

Allcargo Logistics has signed an agreement with Scania, headquartered in Sweden. As per the agreement, Allcargo will be utilising the world-class trailers on operating lease from Scania.

New Primary Mobile Jaw Crusher

The new Terex Finlay J-1170AS is a high-performance primary mobile jaw crusher built around the Terex 1,100 mm x 700 mm (44-? x 28-?) jaw crusher, with a proven track record in recycling, aggregate production and mining applications. A key new feature of this model is the onboard detachable sizing screen.

Doosan launches two tracked excavators

Doosan has launched two new tracked excavators, the 36 tonne DX340LC-5 and 40 tonne DX380LC-5, which meet Stage IV emission requirements. Both the machines offer significantly improved performance over the equivalent LC-3 series machines they replace.

A successful entrepreneur

A Commerce Graduate from Jai Hind College, Sameer Shah is the Director and Founder of Hoffman Equipments (India) Pvt Ltd. His passion for mechanical machines made him for his family business at the age of 18 since his college days.

Scania Launches R580 V8 Truck

Scania Commercial Vehicles India launched the Scania R580 V8 (6X4) truck and Scania P410 (8X4) tipper with all new 20 cu m SSAB body. Speaking at the expo, Anders Grundstromer, Managing Director, Scania India and Senior Vice President, Scania Group, said, ?It?s a privilege to launch our products and services at Bauma Expo.

Scania delivers 150th tipper to BGR Mining

Scania Commercial Vehicles India delivered 150th Scania P 410 8x4 tipper to BGR Mining and Infra, Hyderabad. The delivery was materialised by Larsen & Toubro (L&T), who is Scania?s national sales, parts and service partner for off-road truck segment.

Scania delivers 150th tipper to BGR mining

Scania tippers continued to impress the BGR team for its outstanding total operating economy and effective performance in the most difficult and rugged terrain.

It's time for the show!

The 3rd edition of bC India, which mirrors the pulse of the CE industry, is expected to attract over 30,000 visitors to witness the exciting range of construction and mining equipment and machinery.

Catalysing Growth

Winds of change are here to stay! Investment in the construction development sector has a multiplier effect on the economy by way of infrastructure creation; substantial employment generation over the entire spectrum,

Powered for the long haul

Commercial vehicle OEMs - domestic and global - have pumped in investments, augmented capacities, launched global platform strategies, enhanced touch points, and stressed on soft solutions to suit the demands of emerging markets.

Scania will bring its global expertise to India

The Scania engine strategy still has a basis in the modular system in which common interfaces and similar parts make the lifecycle cost very competitive for our customers, says Anders Grundstromer, Managing Director, Scania India, and Senior Vice President, Scania Group. Excerpts from the interview...

Scania to begin production at Indian facility

The Swedish commercial vehicle and engine manufacturer Scania would begin production soon at its Rs 300-crore manufacturing facility situated near Bengaluru.

Scania introduces ethanol-driven bus for Nagpur city

Scania has handed over the first-ever ethanol-driven city bus in India for trial run to Nagpur Municipal Corporation. Anders Grundstromer, Managing Director, Scania Commercial Vehicles India and Senior Vice President, Scania Group

L&T New Service and Training Centre

L&T Construction and Mining Machinery has unveiled an ultra-modern service and training centre for repair and overhaul of construction and mining equipment and their components located at Kanchipuram, about 60 km from Chennai, on the NH4.

L&T unveils service and training centre

L&T Construction & Mining Machinery has unveiled an ultra-modern service and training centre for repair and overhaul of construction and mining equipment and their components located at Kanchipuram, on NH4 and about 60 km from Chennai.

L&T unveils Service & Training Centre

L&T Construction & Mining Machinery has unveiled an ultra-modern service and training centre for repair and overhaul of construction and mining equipment and their components located at Kanchipuram, on NH4 and about 60 km from Chennai.

Machine Control Technologies

There is a tremendous potential for machine control technology particularly in India as we are a developing nation with huge mass of natural resources and nearly 70 per cent of infrastructure is yet to be built and developed.

Brake linings

Bremskerl Friction Material India, a subsidiary of Bremskerl, Germany, is a supplier of brake rings, brake linings, clutch linings, brake pads and friction materials. The company caters to products for truck and bus brands like Mercedes-Benz, MAN, Kassbohrer, Renault, Scania, Volvo, Steyr, Iveco, Bova, Auwarter, EVO and DAF. It also caters to special purpose vehicles and trailer brands like BPW, SAF, SAE, SMB, ROR, Krupp, Mannesmann-Demag,

Allcargo joins hands with Scania

Allcargo Logistics has signed an agreement with world?s leading heavy transport vehicles manufacturer Scania, headquartered in Sweden. In this first-of-its-kind arrangement in India?s transport and logistics space, Allcargo will be utilising the world class trailers on operating lease from Scania.

Global truck players eye India

Leading truck makers of international market are targeting India?s commercial vehicle segment. Fiat Group?s Iveco and American Paccar are looking to enter the country to tap the potential here. Paccar, headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, already has a component sourcing and developing technology centre at Pune for its global operations,

Self-made success

Vipul Vora is the CEO of My Port Services India (MPSI), a Mumbai-based company catering to safety and advanced warning systems for mobile equipment in off-road industries like mines, construction, ports and allied industries.

Scania invests in India

Scania is investing about Rs 2.5 billion in an industrial facility in Bengaluru. This facility will also be the centre of the company's commercial operations in the country. Scania's ambition is to sell about 2,000 trucks and 1,000 coaches per year in the Indian market within the next five years.

Scania launches marine engines

Scania launched its marine engine platform with the high-output 16-litre V8, the powerful 13-litre and the new 9-litre engines at INMEX India 2013.

We enjoy a monopoly in some segments because of the matchless attributes we offer.

Moba has rich expertise in mobile automation backed up by robust electronics, sensors with high quality, and strong technical application knowledge which has enabled Moba to build solutions which are effective, reliable and easy to operate. Such systems demand the withstanding the highest degree of vibration, exposure to dust, water and heat

Scania trucks at KPCL

Scania Commercial Vehicles India recently handed over 60 trucks to Krishnapatnam Port Co (KPCL), making this a new business model for Scania in India.

Driving growth

Anders Grundstr?mer, a Master of Business Management, started his career at SAAB-Car division and held several roles and responsibilities at various levels for over 15 years. In 1992 he joined Scania, and he was appointed Regional Sales Director Nordic and Eastern Region Europe in 1996.

Scania invests in India

Scania is investing about Rs 2.5 billion in an industrial facility in Bengaluru. The Scania Regional Product Centre, India, will also be the centre of the company's commercial operations in the country.

Scania launches engines

Commercial vehicle and engine manufacturer Scania announced its foray into the engine segment in India. The company, which launched its power generation engines for prime power, at the INTEC - Industrial Trade Fair in Coimbatore, said bookings for engines have started.

DSI at the Navy Annex

Demolition Services Inc (DSI) and Powerscreen? crushing plants are key players in the demolition and recycling of the historic 1,000,000 sq ft Navy Annex seven-building complex to provide for expansion of the Arlington National Cemetery.

Bauma Breaks Records

A record 530,000 visitors from over 200 countries converged on the Messe Mnnchen exhibition centre between April 15 and 21. This, the 30th edition of bauma, broke all previous records for exhibitor numbers and exhibition space.

Powerscreen hosts dealers Open Day

Powerscreen hosted an Open Day event in Boston, Massachusetts, for their North American distributors.The successful event featured an engaging conference and an on-site demonstration of a range of Powerscreen crushers and screens, showcasing their adaptability for a wide variety of applications.

Doosan at Bauma China

Doosan will showcase its range of equipment at Bauma China. These will include the company?s top of the range 70 tonne DX700LC crawler excavator. Also on show will be the DA40 articulated dump truck (DA40) ? a new one for Chinese market.

Powerscreen crusher to meet Logan?s demand

The Powerscreen? XH320SR impact crusher is helping Logan Aggregate Recycling to meet increased demand in a compact, fuel efficient package. Founded by husband-and-wife team Joe and Michelle Logan in the spring of 2010, the company began as a service to nearby companies.Logan recently purchased a Powerscreen XH320SR impact crusher from Jeff Ford, Regional Manager of Northern and Central Virginia at Powerscreen Mid Atlantic Inc.

German cos enjoy TMC540 cranes

Grove TMC540 cranes from Manitowoc are demonstrating their productivity for two companies in Germany.

Scania unveils new engines

Scania is now prepared to start delivering trucks with engines that comply with the European emission standards (Euro 6) which are being introduced in December 2013.