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Hoist & Winch is pillar of support in overhead crane project
Hoist & Winch offers lifting equipment refurbishment and rectification services
Tata Hitachi launches ZAXIS 38U – The Mini Marvel
ZAXIS 38U is a compact excavator that combines advanced technology with a robust desig
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.
Breaking New Ground
Demolition equipment, once seen as mere tools for tearing down old structures, has now become a symbol of technological advancement and innovation
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.
We foresee a strong focus on sustainability
Sunil Talreja, Vice President – Road Construction Equipment, Road Construction Equipment Division, Action Construction Equipment, speaks on IoT and digital technologies that are gaining momentum in road equipment.
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In an industry long characterised by stubborn inefficiencies and outdated practices, the advent of AI is poised to usher in a transformative era for construction
Building the Future
How digitalisation is transforming the construction equipment industry.
Revolutionising Fleet Management
In the demanding world of heavy equipment operation, maintenance often takes a backseat, leading to costly breakdowns and inefficiencies. As construction and mining fleets work around the clock in remote locations, overlooking essential maintenance tasks can severely impact productivity.
Bridging the Skill Gap
India’s major infrastructure projects highlight the urgent need for a skilled workforce.
Financiers are increasingly interested in RE and sustainable projects
During a recent press conference where India Infrastructure Finance Company Limited (IIFCL) signed an MoU with GuarantCo, Padmanabhan Raja Jaishankar, Chairman of IIFCL, spoke about the company’s focus on renewable energy and other infrastructure segments
Towards a Viksit Bharat @ 2047
Critical aspects of the Indian infrastructure sector such as roads & highways development, railway modernisation and infrastructure financing were discussed at the INFRASTRUCTURE TODAY Conclave: Towards a Viksit Bharat @ 2047
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.
BharatBenz heavy-duty rigid truck launched in India
Comes with an all-new BharatBenz 6.7-litre BSVI Stage 2 diesel engine
Five Raimondi LR213s for dual tower development in Dubai
Raimondi luffing jib cranes keep supporting Dubai’s construction landscape
Eicher Trucks and Buses' My Eicher App reaches significant milestone
MyEicher now connects over 2,75,000 trucks and buses to Eicher’s Uptime Center.
Earthmovers Surge Ahead
Earthmoving equipment sales soar 21 per cent in FY24, dominating the Indian construction equipment market.
Revolutionising Asphalt Production
The advent of cutting-edge technologies and innovative processes is setting new standards for efficiency, sustainability, and performance in asphalt production.
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
Focus on Infra, Skilling
Experts agree that Budget 2024 aims for more inclusive growth, focusing on job formalisation, agricultural productivity, and MSME support
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.
KEC bags new orders worth Rs 1,422 crore
The order is for transmission and distribution (T&D) projects in India and Americas:
Takeuchi’s TCR50-2 crawler dumper is coming to North America
Takeuchi is bringing its TCR50-2 crawler dumper to the North American market. The compact machine can transport 8,157 pounds of material across rough terrain.
Dynapac offers new Electric Forward Plates
Dynapac offers new Electric Forward Plates
Liebherr 81 K.1 fast-erecting crane stands tall on Vancouver Island
A challenging job for a Liebherr fast-erecting crane in Canada: limited space on site resulted in a spectacular crane disassembly. The British Columbia-based crane hire company engaged in the project was particularly impressed by the fast-erecting crane's flexibility and efficiency.
Eicher rolls out 50,000th fully-built bus
Eicher Trucks & Buses, a business unit of VE Commercial Vehicles, announced the rollout of its 50,000th fully factory-built bus from its state-of-the-art Baggad Plant in Madhya Pradesh.
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.
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 ÿճԹ, speaks on the latest advancements incorporated into their recent hydraulic excavator models.
CV industry expects turnaround in H2FY25
During FY24, the CV industry faced unexpected challenges, resulting in muted volume growth of 0.7 per cent.
Limited market awareness hinders rental service penetration
Mukesh Sharma, Country Manager, Atlas Copco Specialty Rental Division in India, speaks on the current landscape of the construction equipment rental market, and the latest trends in the market.
Infrastructure Experts to Debate Viksit Bharat at Infrastructure Today Conclave in Delhi
Infrastructure Experts to Debate Viksit Bharat at Infrastructure Today Conclave in Delhi
Cummins India launches global competency centre in Pune
The center will enable the company to scale operational efficiencies
CASE India launches second phase of its Project LEAD initiative
The initiative aims to decrease urban migration while promoting reverse migration.
JK Tyre launch next-generation tyres for CVs
Indian tyre major and leader in Truck Bus Radial tyres, JK Tyre & Industries, introduced an advanced range of tyres designed to meet the evolving needs of the transportation sector.
Doosan Bobcat India inaugurates State-of-the-Art manufacturing factory expansion at Gummidipundi
The compact excavators are expected to enter full-scale production starting 2025
Caterpillar Launches New Facelift Excavators
The Cat 323D3 and 320D3 machines are equipped with the new electrohydraulic system to reduce fuel consumption, and maintenance costs and improve operational controllability and efficiency.
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.
2030 Goal: 250,000 Excavators!
India aims to increase its annual production from approximately 85,000 units to 250,000 units by 2030, driven by infrastructure investments in roads, railways, and mining
Hyundai holds a No. 2 position in excavator attachments in India.
Joydeep Baksi, National Sales Head (Sales & Marketing), Hyundai Construction ÿճԹ, speaks on the current market size of hydraulic excavators in India, and how has it evolved over the past few years.
Eicher rolls out 50,000th fully-built bus
The 50,000th bus showcases state-of-the-art electric vehicle technology embodied in the Skyline Pro-E 9m model
Safety-Focused Conveyor Belt Cleaner for Easy Maintenance
Secondary cleaners play an essential role in the belt cleaning process by significantly reducing the volume of dust and fines dropped as carryback on the belt return.
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.
How Attachments Revolutionise Equipment Utilisation
Purchasing additional attachments helps to increase the host machine’s ability to tackle more jobs.
Urbanisation Boosts Attachments Market
Rapid urbanisation and infrastructure expansion propel the demand for excavator attachments, driving market growth exponentially.
Driving Energy Efficiency
ABB India’s latest milestone underscores its sector leadership and the crucial role of advanced motor technologies in driving national energy savings.
Gates Corp Invests to Establish Gates Global Technical Centre in Lalru, Punjab
Gates aims to enhance its capabilities in innovation to deliver advanced solutions to its global customer base.
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.
Dynapac's offers new Electric Forward Plates
These machines are designed to be emission-free, making them environmentally friendly and ideal for urban areas
JK Tyre launch next-generation tyres for commercial vehicles
JK Tyre's dedication to providing advanced, high-performance solutions that combine superior performance, economic benefits, and environmental responsibility.
CASE India rolls out first skid steer loader for India market
The company announced the foray of its indigenously made SSL in India during last edition of CII EXCON
$120 mn investments, $250 mn credit for Chabahar Port growth
The signing of the long-term bilateral contract on Chabahar Port Operations occurred in the presence of HE Mehrdad Bazrpash, Minister of Roads & Urban Development, Iran, and India’s Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal.
Bridgestone highlights role of telematics and data for fleet management in the MEA region
The event convened industry experts to shed light on vital topics linked to the industry including sustainable practices, digital transformation and the evolving landscape of urban mobility.
GMC invests Rs 580 mn in road dust machines
The Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) has allocated Rs 580 million to acquire two additional machines aimed at sweeping road dust. This investment underscores GMC's commitment to improving cleanliness and air quality in the city.
Mini Equipment Market Booms
Mini construction equipment provides the versatility and efficiency needed for modern construction projects, especially in urban areas and confined spaces.
The Concrete Revolution
Groundbreaking concrete equipment is driving the industry forward at an unprecedented pace.
Driving Innovation
OTR tyre innovation is transforming India’s mining and construction industries.
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.
India’s CE market is growing rapidly due to urbanisation
KYB Conmat, one of the leading global concrete equipment manufacturers, produces concrete batching plants, paving machines, pumps, transit mixers, and self-loading mixers. Kalpesh Soni, Vice President, Marketing, KYB Conmat, speaks on the recent innovations and advancements in their product line.
The mini excavator market is expected to grow significantly
Case Construction Equipment sells and supports a full line of high-performance construction equipment. The company’s Managing Director Shalabh Chaturvedi speaks on the factors that drive the demand for mini equipment in the Indian construction industry.
Preventive Maintenance for Peak Productivity
Choosing a condition monitoring system to minimise downtime and maximise ROI, writes THIAGO HENRIQUE BUOSO.
We focus on sustainability across our operations
Ajax Engineering is a pioneering force in the construction equipment industry, renowned for its innovative solutions and cutting-edge technology. Specialising in concrete machinery, Ajax offers a diverse range of products including transit mixers, concrete pumps, batching plants, and more, catering to the needs of the construction sector globally. In an exclusive interaction, Subhabrata Saha, Managing Director, AJAX Engineering, speaks on the company’s sustainable practices and initiatives in its manufacturing processes.
The growth trend of radial tyres in OTR has been steadily rising
BKT Tires is one of the leading manufacturers in the off-highway tyre market, specialising in the manufacture of tyres for agricultural, industrial and OTR vehicles. Ashok P Chhajer, Sr. General Manager – OE Sales, (Domestic), Balkrishna Industries, speaks on the key challenges and opportunities in the market
Innovation is one of the key pillars of our company.”
Persevering on the path of progress since its inception in 1997, Trident has been the specialist in design, development and distribution of industrial tyres and tracks. Shyam Gyanani, Co-Founder and Executive Director, Trident International, speaks on the current state of OTR tyre manufacturing industry in India.
Caterpillar unveils largest track loader - The powerful Cat 973
A track loader is the one machine that can do it all – clear, load, dig, carry, fill, and more – even in tough or slick ground conditions. The new Cat® 973 track loader combines unmatched versatility with up to 10 per cent better fuel efficiency, more productivity, cab improvements, and optional Payload technology. The 275 hp (205 kW) crawler loader has an operating weight of 65,901 lb (29,892 kg) and replaces the 973K worldwide. It joins the 953 (160 hp/119 kW) and 963 (202 hp/151 kW) in the Cat track loader line.
AI and ML Reshape Pre-Owned Market
In the used construction equipment industry, CRM plays a pivotal role in fostering lasting relationships with clients and optimising business processes.
Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB) ‘hidden hero’ enabling energy transition built on 100-year safety legacy
MCB’s has transformed our daily lives by ensuring the safety of both commercial and residential buildings
Gadkari vows rapid transformation for Nagpur
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has pledged to expedite the transformation of Nagpur, emphasising the government's commitment to the city's development.
Capacite Infraprojects bags Mumbai infra projects worth Rs 5.49 bn
Capacite Infraprojects has secured construction projects in Mumbai worth Rs 5.49 billion, signalling a significant expansion for the company in the city's urban infrastructure landscape.
Caterpillar unveils largest track loader - The powerful Cat 973
New 973 rounds out updated CAT® track loader lineup
Building Strong Foundation
The increasing number of construction projects is driving a surge in demand for piling, drilling, and deep foundation equipment.
Driving Efficiency
From powering pneumatic tools to supporting critical tasks like concrete production and road construction, mobile compressors play a pivotal role.
Powering Construction
Air compressors play a crucial role in construction, maintenance, and repair tasks at infrastructure project sites.
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.
The Indian crushing and screening equipment market is experiencing a revival
MB Crusher specialises in the manufacturing of crusher buckets and screening buckets, which are designed, patented, and produced exclusively in Italy. Their products transform excavators, backhoe loaders, and other machinery into mobile crushing and screening tools. Piero Guizzetti, CEO, MB Crusher India, speaks in on the key trends and developments in the Indian crushing and screening equipment market.
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.
Study Proves Viability of Urban Electric Construction
Volvo CE is one of the collaborators which has played a key role in the research project, by project managing the tests and providing electric machines in various sizes and models.
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?
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.
Vipin Sondhi: Indian infra booms with road construction opportunities
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.
RK Pandey promotes safe road development at RAHSTA launch
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 to pave the way for innovation in road construction: AK Singh, NHAI
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.
Sany introduces India’s first locally manufactured, fully electric open cast mining truck
SKT105E Electric Dump Truck represents a new era in mining technology
Dhami cabinet approves clean urban transport policy
The Dhami-led cabinet has taken a significant step towards promoting sustainability in urban areas with the approval of a new policy focusing on clean urban transport.
2047 roadways master plan unveiled
A visionary master plan for the roadways and expressways infrastructure of the future is currently in the works, aimed at shaping the transportation landscape up to the year 2047.
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.
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.
Eco-Diggers!
Backhoe loaders are at the forefront of the sustainable construction movement, revolutionising the industry with groundbreaking energy-efficient technologies.
Unleashing Power
From excavators to cranes, hydraulic motors power modern construction equipment, ensuring precise and powerful task execution.
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
JCB aims to cut carbon footprint with fuel efficiency plan
Deepak Shetty, CEO & Managing Director, JCB India
A Leap Towards Cleaner Future
Hengst Filtration has unveiled cutting-edge filtration plant in Bengaluru, pioneering sustainable development in India.
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.
Paving the Way for Optimal Performance
As L&T continues to navigate the crossroads of innovation and sustainability, integrating AI and ML in construction equipment stands out as a beacon of progress.