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Five WOLFF cranes modernise Oslo’s Ulven district
Two WOLFF 7534.16 Clear cranes have been used over the past two years
Mining Revolution
The Indian mining industry has shifted from manual to mechanised operations, embracing varying levels of technology and automation
WOLFF cranes constructing high bridge over Neckar Valley
WOLFF cranes constructing high bridge over Neckar Valley
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.
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
Driving Efficiency
From powering pneumatic tools to supporting critical tasks like concrete production and road construction, mobile compressors play a pivotal role.
Localisation is the key to success
Doosan Portable Power, now under the Bobcat brand, offers a range of reliable and versatile portable power equipment designed for various jobsite needs. This includes portable air compressors, generators, and light towers engineered to maximise productivity with long runtimes, extended maintenance intervals, and durability. Dasika Ramarao, General Manager – Sales & Marketing, Doosan Portable Power, speaks on the applications of mobile air compressors in construction, mining, and drilling operations.
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.
RAHSTA will drive road construction innovation: Sundaresan
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.
Zoomlion records 79.2% YoY increase in international revenue
The company achieved an annual revenue of RMB 47.075 billion
Sustainability is essential in design, construction of all our group products
Ramesh Palagiri, Managing Director & CEO, Wirtgen India
India-Middle East-Europe corridor will become basis of world trade
In his monthly broadcast of Mann ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared that the India-Middle East-Europe corridor is destined to serve as the foundation of global trade for centuries to come with history recording India as its visionary originator.
The Mining Boom
India's increasing coal projects drive a surge in mining equipment demand!
Industry plea: Make tunnelling equipment in India
CW identifies gaps in the availability of tunnelling and trenching equipment.
Technology penetration in mine planning is still lower in India
Arun Misra, CEO, Hindustan Zinc, speaks on the challenges facing in the mining equipment market in India, and the ways to address them.
MobileDrive builds next-gen autonomous driving systems with Siemens’ digital twin tech
Siemens Digital Industries Software announced that MobileDrive has adopted a model-based systems engineering (MBSE) approach to support its Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) development, using the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio and its comprehensive digital twin technology.
Liebherr flat-top crane at work on Mont Blanc
The crane needs to be compatible with the helicopter's load capacity
Liebherr's last crane finishes work on Spin Tower in Frankfurt
Two 230 HC-L 8/16 and two EC-B cranes from Liebherr have been helping build the 128 m-high hotel and office tower
Living on the Cutting Edge
Wilm Schulz of Haver & Boecker writes on embracing diagnostics technology to maximise plant productivity.
Auto component industry gears up for big shift to EVs
When electric vehicles (EV) become more and more popular can the automotive component industry be far behind? Auto component makers in India are bracing for change.
Blume Ventures collaborates with Bridgestone India
The collaboration aims to become a part of the government's Start-up India initiativ
Tata Motors launches all-new 5W30 synthetic engine oil for CVs
Promises lower TCO, improved fuel economy and reduced carbon impact
R Kumar of Elgi: We plan to increase our range of portable screw air compressors
Ramesh Kumar G of Elgi Equipments speaks on the key applications of mobile air compressors in construction, mining, and drilling operations.
Small is the New Big!
Air compressors are necessary at any construction site. Compared to non-portable air compressors, the smaller machines produce significantly less noise, and are used to complete jobs at any locations.
Living on the Cutting Edge
Wilm Schulz of Haver & Boecker writes on embracing diagnostics technology to maximise plant productivity.
Living on the cutting edge
Wilm Schulz of Haver & Boecker writes on embracing diagnostics technology to maximise plant productivity.
3i Expo gets an arousing response from manufacturing industry
3i EXPO & Conference— hosted by Industrial Products Finder (IPF) from May 20-21, 2022 in Mumbai—received an arousing response from the Indian manufacturing sectors with senior representatives from some of the leading companies like Emerson, Godrej & Boyce, Aditya Birla Group, Reliance Industries, Mitsubishi Electric, etc visiting the event.
3i EXPO & Conference gets a rousing response from the manufacturing industry; IPF presents awards to 19 SMEs from across India
3i EXPO & Conference gets an arousing response from manufacturing industry; IPF presents awards to 19 SMEs from across India
Indian auto component industry likely to grow 8-10% in FY23
According to rating agency Icra, the Indian auto component industry might have 8% to 10% growth in Financial Year (FY) 2023, due to the easing of supply-chain issues along with commodity inflation in the next half of the year.
Electric mobility is the segment we focus on most
Kessler, as the name suggests, has a long history just as any other German /European company, and is being run by the third-generation family and closely linked with the southern German region.
KAS Crane Hire renews fleet with UK’s first Grove GMK3060L-1
North Devon-based mobile crane rental company KAS Crane Hire took delivery of the UK’s first GMK3060L-1 all-terrain crane with the next generation of Grove carrier cab in June 2021.
Liebherr cranes help create impressive stage sets
As soon as the stone steps in the ancient Roman amphitheater are clear, the Liebherr 125 K starts to unfold itself. Its straightforward assembly, without the need for extra equipment, was one of the main reasons why the Italian Liebherr dealer Niederstätter opted for Liebherr’s largest fast-erecting crane for the Opera Festival held at the Arena Di Verona.
We are trying to scan India For our global model
Kessler, as the name suggests, has a long history just as any other German /European company, and is being run by the third-generation family and closely linked with the southern German region.
ACMA seeks uniform 18% GST for all auto components
ACMA has urged the government for a uniform GST rate of 18 per cent on all auto parts to curb the impact of counterfeits in the aftermarket operations.
Top popular construction equipment companies in India
The infrastructure sector has witnessed a rapid growth within the country. With many ongoing projects, nation is for sure going to taste its development soon, but along with it many industries associated with infrastructure has evolved. One such industry is the construction equipment industry.
Icra slashes growth forecast for auto components industry to 17-20 pc for FY22
According to Icra, the components industry is now expected to grow at 17-20 per cent in 2021-22, partly aided by "the low base of last year and commodity passthrough" besides growth driven by domestic OEM, replacement and export volumes.
L&T awarded contracts for its various biz
The construction arm of L&T has secured orders from prestigious clients for its various businesses.
L&T awarded contracts for its various biz
The Water & Effluent Treatment business of L&T Construction has bagged an order from Bangalore Water Supply & Sewerage Board (BWSSB) to Design, Build & Operate Sewage Treatment Plants & Intermediate Sewage Pumping Stations along with construction of main sewers for 110 villages in the Mahadevpura & Bommanahalli region
Bobcat M3-Series skid steers, CTLs
As a value-priced alternative to its new R-Series models, Bobcat is launching its M3-Series of skid steers and compact track loaders.
project44 launches Port Intel
On the heels of its recent acquisition of Ocean Insights, project44, the global leader in supply chain visibility, today announced the availability of its free port visibility reporting service, Port Intel™.
project44 launches Port Intel
Free for a limited time, Port Intel is an online service that provides subscribers with free reports that summarise port congestion, inform them when their containers are anchored near congested ports, and help them make critical inventory and management decisions.
B&B Attachments completes 40 years
B&B Attachments celebrates 40 years in business providing quality forklift truck attachments, masts and ancillary systems to the UK and Ireland. The company’s reputation is built on its ability to solve material handling tasks.
VE Commercial Vehicles opens new truck plant at Bhopal
This is the eighth manufacturing facility of VECV in Madhya Pradesh.
MoRTH notifies new safety norms for construction equipments vehicles
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has issued a notification GSR 673 (E) dated 27 October 2020 in respect of Construction Equipments Vehicles (CEVs) to holistically address the issue of safety requirements.
AMRL SEZ set to turn Make in India dream into reality
The SEZ is ready to house a diverse set of industries – electronics, medical equipment, general engineering, auto ancillaries and components, solar and many more.
Concrete work made easy with Hydra-Screed HS3000
Curb Roller Manufacturing makes concrete flatwork and shape work easy with the Hydra-Screed 3000.
Govt aims to make India a construction equipment manufacturing hub: Gadkari
Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and Road Transport & Highways said that the government is targeting at making the country a manufacturing hub of construction equipment in the world
MoRTH proposes safety norms for construction equipment vehicles
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has issued a draft notification to address the issue of safety requirements while construction equipment vehicles are running on roads along with other vehicles
Energy efficiency will be the driving force in the future: Rajesh Premchandran
More than 95 per cent of ELGi’s portable air compressors are powering drilling operations. Rajesh Premchandran, Director – ISAAME (India, South Asia, Africa and Middle-East), Elgi Equipments, shares more.
7 WOLFF cranes working at ODE project in Amsterdam
ODE is a new office and residential building currently under construction in the heart of Amsterdam on an area of 75,000 sq m. Seven WOLFF tower cranes are at the site to support the successful completion of the project.
Making Paint Shops Industry 4.0 Ready
Edge Controller from B&R brings flexibility to paint shops and makes them Industry 4.0 ready.
7 WOLFF cranes working at ODE project in Amsterdam
Seven WOLFF tower cranes are at the ODE project site in Amsterdam to support the successful completion of the project
Renovation of Downstream Reservoir
PASCHAL formwork and supporting jacks are involved in the renovation of the downstream reservoir on the Sösetalsperre dam in the Harz mountains. Renovation of this reservoir outlet is one element of the complete renovation of the downstream reservoir.
Lone Star Drills introduces remote-controlled tracked drill
Lone Star Drills has introduced an all-new tracked drill with an automatic SPT hammer for improved accuracy in geotechnical and soil sampling applications.
Lone Star Drills introduces remote-controlled tracked drill
Lone Star Drills has introduced an all-new tracked drill with an automatic SPT hammer for improved accuracy in geotechnical and soil sampling applications.
Shaft backfilling with climbing formwork system
RAG worked with the experts from PASCHAL to develop a completely new climbing formwork system specifically for use in shafts.
PASCHAL?s new webshop goes online
PASCHAL has re-launched its newly designed webshop (www.formwork-shop.com) offering both visual and technological changes and fresh content.
First Liebherr mobile tower crane turns 70
The first Liebherr tower crane TK 10, built in 1949 turned 70 this year. Under the keyword ?mobile tower crane?, Hans Liebherr, the founder of the company successfully registered his invention with the German Patent Office, which issued the patent on August 19, 1949.
Atlas Copco launches five new air compressors
Atlas Copco launched five new specially designed products in the air compressor segment for the Indian market, providing an edge to small and medium scale business units.
There is Tremendous growth opportunity in infra expansion
With the Indian infrastructure players fully appreciating the importance of foundation equipment only in the past few years, Casagrande is keen to partner with them to enhance efficiencies and productivity.
Shell launches NextGen B2B Services Portfolio
Shell Lubricants, the global market leader in finished lubricants, has launched a consolidated portfolio of its next-generation services for B2B sectors.
Atlas Copco launches five new air compressors
Atlas Copco launched five new specially designed products in the air compressor segment for the Indian market, providing an edge to small and medium scale business units.
Potain tower cranes support Trilogy Limassol Seafront project
Two Potain MDT 269 J12s and one MDT 389 L16 tower crane are helping to construct the Trilogy Limassol Seafront in Limassol, Cyprus. The project comprises three, 170 m high luxury apartment towers, together with work and relaxation spaces.
Setting New Benchmark
Growth in warehousing and logistics sector is picking up with the introduction of GST and infrastructure status to logistics. In this scenario, the warehousing and material handling equipment players are gearing up to meet the emerging demand for advanced equipment.
High-performance DOORS
High-speed doors are faster versions of conventional door systems such as roller doors, sectional door, PVC fabric door or roller shutter.
A nine-fold WOLFF line-up in Vienna
The construction company HABAU and its subsidiary ?STUSTETTIN used nine WOLFF clear cranes to build ten individually planned residential buildings, a supermarket and an underground car park for 500 vehicles.
Advancing Trenchless Standardisation
The role of standards is quite important in the context of Indian trenchless projects. Dr Niranjan Swarup explains the needs for standards that suit Indian conditions and the future directions in this regard.
Ensuring ease of operation
The portable air compressors of Atlas Copco, deployed at the metro project near the famous Siddhivinayak Temple, contribute to ease traffic woes in Mumbai.
Trenchless Technology & Physical Infrastructure in India
On account of several benefits, trenchless technology is becoming the first choice in many construction projects. Dr Niranjan Swarup elaborates more on the importance, benefits and demand trends of this technology in India.
On growth track
Industrial cranes are mainly used in the manufacturing sector to handle loads. The major manufacturing sectors include, steel, paper, automobile, and all engineering product manufacturing.
New Growth Avenues
Warehousing segment in India is evolving fast and is moving towards palletised loads which can be stored at heights.
New SDLG backhoe loader in Middle East and Africa
SDLG has launched a new backhoe loader for the Middle Eastern and African markets, the SDLG B877F.
SDLG launches new backhoe loader in Middle East and Africa
SDLG has launched a new backhoe loader for the Middle Eastern and African markets, the SDLG B877F. Available as of October, this F-series, sideshift backhoe loader is half a tonne lighter than its predecessor, the B877, and features a new engine, greater cab space, and enhanced cooling capacity, as well as state-of-the-art loader linkage and other improvements, according to the company.
Gensets for Port Cranes
Covering an area of almost 40 sq km, the Port of Constan?a, in Romania, is the largest port in the Black Sea. It is able to handle 100 million tonne of cargo per year.
Linear Technology for a Perfect Surface Finish
Australia's largest manufacturer of rotary shank cutting tools, Sutton Tools, has gained market share in the highly competitive aerospace industry by producing superior tools using the linear motor technology on ANCA's MX7.
HIMOINSA supplies gensets for cranes at largest Black Sea port
HIMOINSA generator sets supply power to two Rubber-Tyred Transtainer (RTG) cranes of PACECO Espa?a, a company that designs, manufactures and develops container handling equipment.
Manitou Group inaugurates India subsidiary
The Manitou group, worldwide leader in all-terrain handling equipment, inaugurated its new entity Manitou ÿճԹ Private Limited, following the recent acquisition of Terex Equipment Private Limited. In doing so, the group underlines its commitment to develop backhoe loaders and skid steer loaders markets in India and in other emerging countries.
CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017
The five-day international exhibition on construction industry held in Las Vegas during March 7-11, 2017 recorded around 128,000 attendees, including around 26,000 international attendees.
New luffing-jib crane from Linden Comansa
The use of high-tonnage, prefabricated components and extremely large steel beams in construction is a growing trend, based on the fact that it reduces project-completion times. Linden Comansa has responded to that need with the launch of the LCL700, the largest in its range of luffing-jib tower cranes to date.
On A High!
High-rise construction is catching up momentum with more and more sky scrapers of 300 m and above are coming up in India. With these high-rise constructions, Indian construction industry is gradually moving towards the next level of technology which has necessitated the use of new and improved construction equipment to meet the demand of safe and quality construction.
The Beginning of a Success Story
Bauer foundation piles support the glass dome of the Reichstag building in Berlin, Germany; the 828-m-tall Burj Khalifa in Dubai stands on Bauer foundation piles - Bauer has influenced specialist foundation engineering since the mid 20th Century.
Growth | The Way Forward
Industrial cranes are the backbone of manufacturing, infrastructure and construction in the country. In light of economy revival and Make-in-India drive in the country, the market for this equipment is expected to grow many fold in the coming decade.
Innovations to Tackle the Toughest Jobs
Terramac, a leading manufacturer of innovative rubber track crawler carriers, offers various models that deliver superior performance and versatility to tackle the toughest jobs.
ESC Constructs Watco Berths
ESC Group is a piling solutions provider working globally with offices and representatives strategically located in different parts of the globe to better cover the markets and give its customer the best service possible.
Protecting Operators and Machine Components
Represented by its American branch, O+P, a global leader in the hydraulic hoses equipment industry took part in the ASSE Safety conference and exhibition event held from 26 to 28 June.
O+P introduces Stopflex system
The American branch of O+P, a global leader in the hydraulic hoses equipment industry, introduced its Stopflex system, a retention system for pressure hoses, at the ASSE Safety conference and exhibition event held recently. Designed in-house at its Brescia premises and patented internationally, Stopflex allows retaining the movement of the pressure hose once the fitting is removed, thus fully protecting the operators and safeguarding the components.
Our experience with LiuGong has been quite good
Currently we have two active projects in Bhutan. Also, recently we have been awarded some road projects such as the Eastern Periphery Road and the Gorakhpur road project. We have bid for more projects, but they are yet to be awarded to us.
Safe Hoists and Platforms
Spartan has introduced hoists and platforms with a greater emphasis on safety and technology. Vikram Mehta elaborates on the innovations from Spartan.
Long Distance Concrete Pumping
HCC is executing Sainj Hydroelectric Project which is a run of the river development on river Sainj - a tributary of River Beas in Kullu District of Himachal Pradesh
BWSL: A Triumph of Precision Engineering
Bandra-Worli Sea Link (BWSL) is the first-of-its-kind civil engineering marvel on Mumbai?s coastline. With its cable-stayed towers soaring gracefully skywards, the sea link is a reflection of the modern infrastructure that Mumbai added in its progress towards becoming a world-class city.
Rapidclimb Formwork at Super-luxury Residential Complex
The Rapidclimb climb system enables the site team to crane handle both the platform and formwork in one single operation, and with the self-contained working levels, the rebar is set up safely from inside.
CFSAI?s new office inaugurated
Container Freight Station Association of India (CFSAI) has set up a full-fledged Secretariat and moved to its new office at Anchorage Building in Dronagiri Node.
Passenger-cum-Material (PM) Hoists
Available information collected from various sources reveals that approximately 2,000-3,000 units of construction hoists are operational in India. They are mainly deployed in construction of multi-storied buildings and structures of heights above 75 m.
High Expectations
With growing safety awareness, the Aerial Work Platforms (AWPs), one of the best solutions to keep people safe, while working at heights, is poised for exponential growth in the near future.
All new Atlas Copco Concrete Machines
Atlas Copco has launched new range of safe, simple and light concrete machines comprising Atlas Copco SVE/SVG-truss screed, BG-series trowels and WTS830 spreader. The machines broaden the business for operators and rentals alike.
Diggies to Scoop the Growth Pie
Market indicators show visible signs of economic recovery and infrastructure development. Crawler excavator segment is expected to witness resurgence in sales from 2015 and is expected to grow to 26 per cent.
Bearings: Brother in Arms With Manufacturing
Make in India initiatives project India to become one of the largest global manufacturing hubs, and is a clarion calls to the international manufacturing community which augers well with the domestic aspirants.
Proving its Mettle
Mala Kumar Engineers is a mining star with a fleet of crawler excavators and rock breaker from Volvo CE. A Delhi-based contract mining services provider, Mala Kumar Engineers Pvt Ltd (MKEPL)
Parapet Wall Drill for Maximum Productivity
E-Z Drill?s pneumatic, 210 3-parapet wall drill maximises productivity while drilling vertical holes for a variety of concrete applications, such as securing temporary protective