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Bobcat Launches Electric Telehandler Prototype
Bobcat recently debuted the TL25.60e, an electric telehandler concept based on the diesel version of its super-compact construction telehandler bearing the same model number.
Wacker Neuson to expand Serbian plant
German construction equipment manufacturer Wacker Neuson Group said it plans to expand its Serbian plant, located in the southern city of Kragujevac, and will employ an additional 200 workers.
Volvo CE unveils ambitious new product line-up at Volvo Days 2024
At Volvo Days 2024, Volvo CE demonstrates its ambition to lead in sustainability and productivity by presenting pioneering launches and a fresh solutions-based approach
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
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.
OEMs are evaluating multiple options of adopting alternate fuel.â€
BKR Prasad – General Manager, Marketing, Tata Hitachi Construction Equipment
Ignite Attachments adds mini excavator auger to its lineup
Ignite Attachments, a direct-to-consumer compact equipment attachment manufacturer, has expanded its lineup of augers with the new Mini Excavator 210PH Auger attachment.
Hyundai CE announces dedicated compact equipment team in NA
Hyundai Construction Equipment America has announced a new team dedicated to its compact equipment line following the launch of its new skid steers and compact track loaders, along with updates to its mini excavators earlier this year at ConExpo-Con/Agg.
Volvo CE releases brand-agnostic protocol for charging electric CE
With no current industry standard for 48V DC charging solutions – the power required to charge electric compact equipment – Volvo Construction Equipment is releasing its brand-agnostic protocol for electric charging solutions.
Unleashing the hidden potential
The undercarriage parts market in India is expected to continue growing due to ongoing infrastructure projects, and the demand for reliable heavy machinery.
Steering the market
Skid-steer loaders segment is one of the only few segments that has shown an increase in sales in 2022 as compared to 2021. The enormous growth in the market value of the construction sector will further fuel the nation's high demand for skid steer loaders.
Yanmar announces expansion at Minnesota plant
Yanmar Compact Equipment North America, which encompasses the Yanmar Compact Equipment and ASV brands, has announced plans for a 32,000-square-foot expansion to its Grand Rapids, Minnesota facility.
Takeuchi releases TB20e electric excavator
Takeuchi’s TB20e battery-powered compact excavator will soon be available for sale or rent at qualified Takeuchi dealer locations throughout North America.
What’s driving the demand?
Increasing demand for novel construction equipment is expected to drive the global undercarriage components market in the upcoming years.
Doosan Bobcat strengthens presence in South Rajasthan
Doosan Bobcat India has recently appointed Sihag Motors as its authorised channel partner to handle sales and services for the South Rajasthan region as part of the business expansion plans in India.
Doosan Bobcat India strengthens presence in Telangana
Doosan Bobcat India (DBIN), a global leader in compact construction equipment, has appointed Euroteck Auto Equipment as its authorised dealer for its entire product portfolio of Bobcat backhoe loader, skid steer loader, mini-excavator, and compact track loader for the Telangana region.
Doosan Bobcat India strengthens presence in Telangana
Doosan Bobcat India (DBIN), a global leader in compact construction equipment, has appointed Euroteck Auto Equipment as its authorised dealer for its entire product portfolio of Bobcat backhoe loader, skid steer loader, mini-excavator, and compact track loader for the Telangana region.
Doosan Bobcat strengthens presence in South Rajasthan
Doosan Bobcat India has recently appointed Sihag Motors as its authorised channel partner to handle sales and services for the South Rajasthan region as part of the business expansion plans in India.
Doosan Bobcat strengthens presence in South Rajasthan
Doosan Bobcat India has recently appointed Sihag Motors as its authorised channel partner to handle sales and services for the South Rajasthan region as part of the business expansion plans in India.
Opportunities galore
The construction industry across the globe is anticipated to present significant opportunities for construction equipment.
Mini Machines, Maximum Demand
The demand for compact equipment from urban projects is expected to continue.
CE sector secures jobs in a difficult environment
Globally, sales of construction machinery fell by three per cent in 2020, but the Chinese market grew by 30 per cent, so the global market excluding China actually slowed by 17 per cent.
Infra push to drive demand for diesel engines
Factors such as demand for reliable electricity, which is growing across the world on account of industrial expansion and development of commercial infrastructure are driving the diesel power engine market.
Doosan Bobcat gearing up for expected 19% NA sales boost this year
Further proof that compact equipment sales have escaped the significant downturn felt by heavy equipment sales in the past year is shown in Doosan Bobcat’s Q4 and 2020 results.
CE sector secures jobs in a difficult environment
Last year, the industry turnover of construction machinery from German production was 10.5 billion euros. This corresponds to a minus of 17 per cent compared to the high level in 2019.
Manitou consolidates parts brand for equipment
Manitou consolidates parts brand for equipment
Doosan Bobcat expecting 19% NA sales boost this year
Doosan Bobcat expecting 19% NA sales boost this year
CNH’s CE saw an increase of 6.4 % in net sales
CNH’s CE saw an increase of 6.4 % in net sales
New Avenues to Growth
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has hit market players adversely on the supply side, causing declining sales of undercarriage components.
Manitou reorganises compact equipment division after tough 2020
Manitou Group has launched a new five-year business plan as it heads into 2021 and strives to recover from the pandemic-induced economic downturn.
World’s first battery-powered crawler crane from Liebherr
While many manufacturers are introducing electric compact equipment, German manufacturer Liebherr is debuting its second electric-drive large machine: crawler cranes.
CASE releases next-gen SiteWatch telematics platform
CASE Construction Equipment launched the next generation of its SiteWatch telematics platform with an all-new dashboard, more intuitive navigation and new overview sections
Steering Growth
Growing urbanisation and mechanisation of manual jobs are driving the demand for compact equipment such as skid-steer loaders in India.
We have trainers assigned especially for the India market
With over 325 years of innovation and passion, Husqvarna provides construction professionals with support, service and a wide range of machines, diamond tools and all accessories that you need to cut, saw, drill, demolish, grind and polish concrete. Tennyson Anthony, General Manager, India , Husqvarna Construction Products shares more on the company's India focus.
TECH-MOVES
With the government plans to invest Rs 102 trillion in infrastructure development in the next five years, the demand for construction equipment will be immense.
Customisation is one of our top selling points
A joint venture between Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Japan and VST Tillers Tractors established in July 2007, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries-VST Diesel Engines (MVDE) manufactures Mitsubishi diesel engines in Mysore and caters to the markets across the globe.
B900 backhoe loader is our highlight this year
Doosan Bobcat India (DBIN), established in 2007, is a subsidiary of the Doosan Bobcat Inc. A market leader in skid-steer loaders with over 60 per cent market share, DBIN has quickly become one of the top players in the sub 5-tonne compact excavators
Undercarriage Parts
Undercarriages and parts in crawler- or track-mounted equipment play important role in the mobility of the whole equipment and its uptime. Undercarriage parts are small and simple, but when all put together, support the entire track system.
India is A strategically important market for Doosan Bobcat
With the inauguration of its first manufacturing facility in India, Doosan Bobcat has paved its way for manufacturing in India.
Doosan Bobcat opens new production facility
Spread across 21.6 acre near Chennai, the new facility has an annual production capacity of 8,000 units.
Doosan Bobcat India hosts financiers meet
The compact construction equipment sales is gaining momentum in the Indian context and therefore the easy availability of financing options for customers is inevitable.
Doosan Bobcat opens new manufacturing facility in India
Doosan Bobcat India (DBIN), the wholly owned subsidiary of Doosan Bobcat Inc, announced the inauguration and commencement of operation from its first manufacturing facility in India, in Tamil Nadu located in the outskirts of Chennai.
Super Performer
Doosan Bobcat India has been the consistent performer, winning the ÿճԹ Bestseller Award in Skid-steer loaders for the past five successive years.
Doosan Bobcat India hosts financiers meet
Doosan Bobcat India (DBIN) organised a financier meet at its manufacturing facility in Chennai.
We are now prepared to meet the new norms
Mitsubishi manufactures diesel engines of up to 50 hp in India, and capitalised well in the tractor segment.
New Age Engines
Diesel engines are the major source of power for various machines which are utilised in construction, agricultural, automobile and industrial verticals.
Engines of Future
The next level emission norms are due for implementation in October 2020. Diesel engine manufacturers are preparing for the new emission regulation regime in India with the upgradation of design and components.
Steer it up
In spite of the vast opportunities available, skid-steer loaders are still looking for a level-playing field in the Indian market.
We plan to localise production of skid-steer loaders
As the market leader in skid-steer loader market in India, Doosan Bobcat has taken up various initiatives to further expand its reach in the market.
Volvo CE to go electric on smaller machines by 2020
The first machines will be unveiled at the Bauma exhibition in April 2019, followed by a staged market-by-market introduction and ramp up in 2020.
Wacker Neuson Group reports 20 per cent revenue growth in Q3
The Wacker Neuson Group reported revenue of EUR 378.7 million for the third quarter of 2017. This corresponds to an increase of 20 per cent relative to the previous year (EUR 315.7 million).
Optimising efficiency
With the construction, mining and infrastructure projects are growing faster, there is a growing demand for productive and efficient equipment in various projects. This will boost the demand for technologically superior lubricants to meet the industry needs.
Wacker Neuson posts revenue growth
The Munich-based international light and compact equipment manufacturer Wacker Neuson reported a record rise in revenue for the first quarter of 2017. According to a company release, adjusted profit before interest and tax (EBIT) increased significantly. At the close of Q1, order intake and backlog showed a clear rise over the figures posted for the prior-year period.
Versatility Brings in Productivity
A multi-utility equipment helps in achieving maximum result with minimum investment.Use of such equipment is gaining traction among the users. For decades, a backhoe loader was considered as the most versatile utility equipment by Indian customers.
The GST Blockade
The Narendra Modi government?s several attempts to get the most sought-after tax reform are being thwarted by the Congress majority in the Rajya Sabha, under one guise or the other.
Compact Road Equipment Market to Grow
Developmental work in the North-East and far-flung rural areas will drive a robust growth of road building equipment, with a twist - the market for smaller-sized equipment to suit applications and delivery logistics requirements will be the gainer.
Lubricants: Smooth Sailing Ahead
With the government moving fast to meet the latest emission norms and OEMs making further improvement in design, the lubricants industry is set to witness a major revolution in product innovation.
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.
Excavators to Dominate
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.
Moving Ahead
The growth potential for earthmoving equipment in India has never been disputed. All sectors like power, roads, ports, etc. will drive demand. With increasing investment in the infrastructure sector, the earthmoving equipment industry foresees huge demand for CE in the coming years.
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
JCB Steps up Engine Strategy Development
JCB forges a partnership with the Kohler-Lombardini Group, a leading global manufacturer to produce engines for its compact equipment.JCB has gone from being a new entrant in engine manufacturing to an innovative global producer with the first JCB engine rolling off the production line in the UK in November 2004.