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L&T-Komatsu Unveil Mini Hydraulic Excavator
A cost-efficient and sustainable solution for the construction industry
Danfoss appoints Shree Gurumurthy as SVP of Global Operations
Danfoss Power Solutions has announced the appointment of Sriram (Shree) Gurumurthy as Senior Vice President of Global Operations, effective immediately.
Danfoss appoints Shree Gurumurthy as SVP of Global Operations
Gurumurthy will continue to report to Eric Alström
Skill Up!
India’s major infrastructure projects highlight the urgent need for a skilled workforce
Transforming Logistics
The India material handling equipment market is poised for significant growth, with expectations to reach substantial market size by 2027.
RAHSTA Forum sets the stage for groundbreaking discussions in roads infra
RAHSTA Forum sparks groundbreaking discussions on road infrastructure innovation
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.
Vedanta Aluminium appoints Ravi Paliwal as CEO, Ash Management
Brings 27 years of experience, primarily in the energy sector
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.
Gates Corporation to establish Global Technical Center at Lalru, Punjab
By setting up the Gates Global Technical Center, the company aims to enhance its capabilities in innovation to deliver advanced solutions to its global customer base. Lalru, Punjab Gates Corporation, a leading global provider of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions, has announced its plans to establish a Gates Global Technical Center in Lalru, Punjab. The foundation stone laying ceremony for this milestone project was held on June 13, 2024, with Dr Thomas Strong Moss, Senior Vice President of Innovation, Gates Corporation and Rajesh C Bhandari, Senior Managing Director, Gates India, leading the event. This initiative marks a major step for Gates in India, highlighting the company's commitment to the region as a center for talent and R&D excellence. By setting up this cutting-edge facility, Gates aims to enhance its capabilities in innovation to deliver advanced solutions to its global customer base. Dr Moss expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating, "We are excited to establish the Gates Global Technical Center in Lalru, Punjab. This new Technical Center reflects our confidence in India as a talent hub and R&D center. This investment will strengthen our presence in India and drive innovation to benefit customers worldwide." The Gates Global Technical Center will serve as a hub for collaboration and innovation, fostering partnerships with local institutions and industry stakeholders to address engineering challenges and drive breakthroughs.
Gates Corp invests to establish Gates Global Technical Centre in Punjab
The foundation stone laying ceremony for this milestone project will be held on June 13th
Innovations in AI-driven CE
L&T CMB’s focus on reducing carbon footprints and enhancing resource efficiency is more relevant than ever. The integration of AI and ML in construction equipment plays a crucial role in achieving these sustainability goals
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.
Metso launches Remote IC
An app for remote process control of Lokotrack crushers and screens
Al Shirawi, HD Hyundai CE tie up
In a groundbreaking move set to redefine the landscape of the construction industry in the United Arab Emirates, Al Shirawi Machinery and HD Hyundai Construction Equipment have officially joined forces.
CAT to develop hydrogen-hybrid solution for off-highway vehicles
Caterpillar announced the launch of a three-year programme to demonstrate an advanced hydrogen-hybrid power solution built on its new Cat® C13D engine platform.
Eicher launches Non-Stop Series of heavy-duty trucks
Eicher Trucks & Buses, a business unit of VE Commercial Vehicles Limited, announced the launch of the Eicher Non-Stop Series, a new range of heavy-duty trucks meticulously designed for the fast-evolving long-haul transportation in the country.
Our company has pioneered cutting-edge technologies
Arvind K Garg, Senior Vice President and Head, L&T Construction & Mining Machinery
SIAM Conclave Focuses on Building Resilient Supply Chain
Industry experts and leaders came together to address challenges in the supply chain.
CAT to develop hydrogen-hybrid solution for off-highway vehicles
The project will leverage the versatile new Cat® C13D engine platform.
Eicher launches Non-Stop Series of heavy-duty trucks
The four upcoming trucks in the range come with 100% connectivity
A STAR-STUDDED EVENT
48 companies such as Larsen and Toubro (L&T), NCC, PNC Infratech, J Kumar Infraprojects, Tata Projects, HG Infra Engineering, PSP Projects, APCO Infratech and SOBHA, among others, bagged awards in different categories
Poised for growth
As coal mining activity escalates, the need for tipper trucks will rise.
A Resounding Success
Gujarat Conex 2023 served as a gathering hub for prominent figures in the industry and policymakers, engaging in discussions aimed at advancing infrastructure development in Gujarat.
Gujarat: One-stop destination for CE players
Gujarat Conex 2023, which will be held from September 21-23, 2023 in Gandhinagar, will be a meeting place for major industry players and policymakers to deliberate on furthering infrastructure growth in Gujarat and India.
Rajaram K joins JCB India as Senior Vice President
Rajaram K, the former president and chief business officer who was steering the sales and marketing function at Daimler India Commercial Vehicles, has resigned from the company.
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.
Tata Motors launches technologically advanced range of gensets
Equipped with reliable Tata Motors engines, the generators are available in 25kVA to 125kVA configurations
The Mining Boom
India's increasing coal projects drive a surge in mining equipment demand!
Navigating the Depths
How IIoT is enhancing safety and efficiency in underground mining.
New C13D Engine from Caterpillar for Off-Highway Equipment
Caterpillar unveiled a new diesel engine platform, designed to achieve increased power density, torque, and fuel efficiency for a wide range of off-highway equipment.
ConExpo huge success with over 139,000 attendees
ConExpo-Con/Agg and IFPE 2023 drew to a close on 18 March 2023, after five packed days in Las Vegas, with the final number of registered attendees clocking in at over 1,39,000.
SANY, National Academy of Construction tie-up to empower youth
The company through this association highlights its responsibility and enthusiasm toward enduring excellence in collaboration with NAC-AP.
The Future of Construction on Display at CONEXPO-CON/AGG & IFPE 2023
Taking the industry to the next level, breaking show records.
ConExpo: Taking CE industry to the next level
The event outperformed expectations in terms of attendance, bringing over 1,39,000 professionals from the construction and fluid power industries. With more than 2,400 exhibitors from 36 countries and 3 million square feet of exhibit space, it became the largest trade show in North America.
ConExpo huge success with over 139,000 attendees
ConExpo-Con/Agg and IFPE 2023 drew to a close on 18 March 2023, after five packed days in Las Vegas, with the final number of registered attendees clocking in at over 1,39,000.
Caterpillar unveils Cat Compact ESS mobile energy storage at CONEXPO
The system supplements traditional mobile power solutions to reduce noise and enable the deployment of renewable energy sources.
Caterpillar unveils 13-litre engine platform for heavy duty off-highway applications
The Cat C13D engine platform has been engineered to deliver the performance, durability, packaging, and ease of maintenance demanded by both manufacturers and buyers of off-highway equipment.
SANY, National Academy of Construction tie-up to empower youth
SANY India marks stronger contribution to Indian government skilling India vision.
Mining the Future
With prospects in both surface mining and underground mining, the Indian market for mining equipment appears to have a bright future.
JCB wins big at Equipment India Awards 2022
JCB India bagged three awards during the 10th BKT Tires Equipment India Awards 2022
Mathew Thomas is new Country Manager and MD of Siemens
Mathew succeeds Suprakash Chaudhuri
Deere, Wacker Neuson Ink Deal for Compact Excavators in North America
John Deere has announced a collaborative supply agreement with Wacker Neuson to produce and distribute compact excavators for the North American market.
Deere board elects new President of construction and CFO
Deere recently announced a few changes to its senior leadership team. Ryan Campbell has been named president of worldwide construction and forestry and power systems.
Poised for growth
With the mining segment getting government support in a big way, the truck and tipper segment will witness growing demand in the days to come.
L&T dispatches 700 MWe steam generator to GHAVP
The heavy engineering arm of Larsen & Toubro, flagged off the fourth steam generator (SG) for NPCIL’s indigenously designed 700 MWe pressurised heavy water reactors (PHWR) to be set up at Gorakhpur Haryana Anu Vidyut Pariyojana (GHAVP) in Fatehabad district of Haryana.
SANY India delivers India’s largest crawler crane for windmill application
SANY India, a leading construction equipment manufacturer in India, has added one more feather to their cap with the key handover of the country’s first 800-tonne lifting capacity crawler crane to Dwarkesh Transport Corporation, SANY India’s esteemed patron based in Anand, Gujarat.
Gmmco, Caterpillar launch Workshop-on-Wheels to serve remote locations
The vehicle has been designed keeping in mind safety and utility for ensuring optimum service capability.
SANY India delivers India’s largest crawler crane for windmill application
This leviathan crane will be used by Dwarkesh Transport for wind turbine installation.
John Deere to hold majority ownership in Kreisel Electric
John Deere is ready to acquire majority ownership of Kreisel Electric, an Austrian-based developer of immersion-cooled, high-density battery technology.
Deere to acquire ownership in battery tech company
Expanding its investment in alternative power, John Deere is set to acquire majority ownership of Kreisel Electric, an Austrian-based developer of immersion-cooled, high-density battery technology.
Eicher delivers 315th BSVI truck to KNR
Eicher Trucks & Buses, part of VE Commercial Vehicles, completed the 315th vehicle delivery to KNR CONSTRUCTIONS LIMITED
Eicher delivers 315th BSVI truck to KNR
The vehicles have been commissioned in prestigious mega NHAI Expressway Projects across South India.
Volvo Trucks India launches next generation trucks
Volvo Trucks India, a division of VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd (VECV) has launched 6 heavy-duty trucks under the FM and FMX range in India. Building on Volvo Trucks track-record of delivering industry leading solutions, these address the increasing demands for more productive and safer trucks in India.
An evening to cherish
The 9th Equipment India Awards 2021 recognised the top performers of Indian construction equipment industry. In a colourful ceremony held at Four Seasons in Mumbai, the winners received the awards for their achievements in the respective segments.
Volvo Trucks India launches next generation trucks
Volvo Trucks India, a division of VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd (VECV) has launched six heavy-duty trucks under the FM and FMX range in India.
Keeping up with industry trends
Despite slowdown in the automotive industry, all the leading manufacturers of tippers and trucks have transitioned to BS-VI emission standards.
Schaeffler wins Railsponsible Supplier Award 2021
• Schaeffler wins in “Climate Change and Circular Economy†category with its 100 percent return service for axlebox bearings
Volvo Trucks India launches next generation trucks
6 new trucks from FM & FMX heavy-duty range come loaded with features to boost productivity, improve safety and enhance driver comfort
Godrej Process Equipment bags order from NPCIL
Godrej Process Equipment bags largest order of Rs 468 cr for India’s highest rated indigenously developed 700 MWe Pressurized Heavy Water Reactors from NPCIL
Eicher’s heavy-duty truck range focuses heavily on uptime
VE Commercial vehicles is known to offer a robust product portfolio in the heavy-duty range, starting from 18.5T to 55T and Pro 3019, Pro 6028T, Pro 6028TM, Pro 6048 and 8035XM are some of our best performing models in this segment.
Sanjay Saxena of Sany: Covid second wave has hit production
Sanjay Saxena, Senior Vice President & Head of Heavy Equipment Business Unit, Sany Heavy Industry India, speaks on the technology trends in foundation equipment and accessories, and the latest products and solutions offered by the company.
Second wave of pandemic has hit the production
Incorporated in 2002, SANY India was and offers the widest range of construction machinery in India and South Asia. Presently, SANY India offers products like excavators, truck mounted cranes, all-terrain and rough terrain cranes, crawler cranes, transit mixers, batching plants, boom pumps, trailer pumps, piling rigs, motor graders, pavers, compactors, reach stackers, rubber tyred gantry cranes, rail-mounted gantry cranes, mining equipment, wind turbine generators and many more. The company has already established a strong network of around 28 dealers and 135+ outlets across India to cater to the growing demand and provide sales and service support to all its customers and associates.
Siemens delivers next-gen verification system
Siemens Digital Industries Software has recently unveiled its next-generation Veloceâ„¢ hardware-assisted verification system for the rapid verification of highly sophisticated, next-generation integrated circuit (IC) designs.
VECV launches Covid support package for dealer network and customers
VE Commercial Vehicle has announced a comprehensive package to support Eicher truck and bus customers, dealers, and dealer employees as they continue to operate in this difficult time.
Siemens delivers next-gen verification system
New offering seamlessly combines next-generation virtual platform, hardware emulation, and FPGA prototyping technologies to help accelerate verification cycles
Laying a strong foundation
The demand for foundation equipment in India has been growing at the rate of 25 to 30 per cent year on year basis.
Sany embraces new emission norms; launches 4 new truck cranes
As the nation is ushering into new emission standards, Sany India, a global leader in the CE Industry has successfully embraced the Bharat CEV Stage IV norms and upgraded and launched four new truck cranes; STC250C, STC450C, STC600C, and STC800C in the market.
1st IIEF lauds innovations in 5 categories
Industrial Products Finder (IPF), India’s largest circulated industrial magazine in its 49th year, virtually hosted First IPF Industrial Excellence Forum (IIEF) which comprised of two major segments— Conference and 5th IPF Industrial Excellence Awards, on January 15, 2021.
Piaggio launches the Ape’ Electrik FX range of electric vehicles
A range of fixed battery Electric 3 wheelers powered by advanced Lithium-Ion Smart- batteries is set to revolutionise the last-mile mobility in India.
Cat NextGen Excavators Day celebrated
Cat NextGen Excavators Cat 323D3, Cat 320D3 and Cat 320D3 GC were showcased along with their key benefits and features
ZF opens Digital Solutions Center in Bengaluru
The centre will support development programs for the domestic market
Tipper trucks market gearing up
Revival in mining and gradually picking up construction activities are expected to bring back the demand in the coming months.
Adaptability and agility are our core strengths
Gagandeep Singh Gandhok, Senior Vice President – HD Truck Business, VECV, shares his views on the market scenario and the company’s plans.
Sany India celebrates 15,000 machines milestone in India
Sany rolled out its 15,000th machine from its India facility
ÆßÃõ¼º½ Awards 2020
At the 8th Annual Equipment India Awards 2020, hosted virtually, the top performers of Indian construction equipment industry were felicitated for their achievements in the challenging times.
Road Equipment: Road to Recovery
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has big plans of constructing expressways, national highways, state highways and rural roads in the coming years. However, any uncertain economic situation in future may affect the recovery of the market as this will affect the payment of contractors, financing and thus equipment mobilisation.
ÆßÃõ¼º½ Awards 2020 to be held online
In the prevailing pandemic conditions, The 8th Annual ÆßÃõ¼º½ Awards will be held virtually on October 15, 2020
New appointments at LiuGong India
LiuGong India has announced the appointment of A Krishnakumar as the President – India effective July 2020.
John Deere appoints new President of Construction & Forestry
Deere & Company (DE) elected John Stone as President, Worldwide Construction & Forestry and Power Systems, effective July 1.
Budget cuts by states to adversely affect construction contractors: ICRA
The overall capex budgeted by states for FY2021 is likely to witness steep cut.
We will be introducing more models in near future
The market size of the foundation equipment is estimated to see a drop this year. However, from the second half of 2021 till next 3-4 years, it is likely to grow substantially.
Atlas Copco India appoints new Managing Director
Atlas Copco India has appointed Frans Van Neikerk as the new Managing Director and Vice President India Holding, effective January 2020.
Port Infra Needs Facelift
Developing new ports and terminals and the revival of old infrastructure at major ports in the country are expected to open up new opportunities for port equipment companies.
Atlas Copco India appoints new Managing Director
Atlas Copco India has appointed Frans Van Neikerk as the new Managing Director and Vice President India Holding, effective January 2020.
Towards Greener Future
Asphalt is regaining traction in the Indian road construction due to its better recyclability and the freedom to use waste materials like plastics along with asphalt mix. The future looks greener for asphalt mixing plants.
4th IPF Industrial Excellence Awards
The recent awards ceremony in Mumbai lauded 19 SMEs from 16 cities.In its 48th year, IPF, India's largest circulated industrial magazine, hosted its 4th IPF Industrial Excellence Awards in Mumbai during which 19 SMEs from 16 Indian cities were honoured for their achievements during the year.
Gaining Momentum
Tipper market is expected to bounce back in the coming years with the demand picking up steadily in road construction and mining.
Optimum Equipment Utilisation
Use of suitable equipment with matching features at projects with minimum operating and maintenance cost will help in achieving optimum utilisation of construction equipment.
Mining Gains
The recent policy initiatives by the Central Government are expected to boost the mining activities in the country, providing new opportunities to private and global miners, and equipment and technology providers.
Mining Needs a Leg-up
For India to achieve its full potential in the mining sector, policymakers need to give a leg-up in lifting the mining sector on a high growth path. Jayanta Roy elaborates on the mining industry scenario in India.
Manitowoc Cranes on display at MATEXPO 2019
Two of Manitowoc Cranes? key Belgian distributors presented a range of its equipment at MATEXPO 2019, Belgium?s biggest trade fair for construction machinery, taken place in Kortrijk, Belgium.
Fuel cost savings at cement plant
Fuel cost savings at cement plant Volvo's EC950EL heavyweight excavator consistently delivers fuel-cost savings and performance gains for the local cement producer at their limestone quarry in Andhra Pradesh.
Eicher Trucks and Buses aims to strengthen its presence in African region
Eicher Trucks and Buses commemorated the long-standing association with the Africa region with its participation at the 14th edition CII- EXIM Bank Conclave on India Africa Project Partnership in New Delhi.
Gaining Momentum
Ports sector in India is gaining momentum with steadily growing cargo traffic and the expansions progressing at various ports. Development of new ports add to this momentum. Port equipment players are looking at this trend positively.
Volvo CE partners with National Geographic on sustainability project in India
Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has joined forces with National Geographic to highlight a sustainability project to save an endangered community against the threat of rising sea levels.
IMT unveils piling rig for Indian market
IMT, one of the global leaders for piling rigs, has launched its AF 125 piling rig, made in India for the Indian market.
Bharat Forge opens Industry 4.0 Centre of Excellence
Bharat Forge opened its new Industry 4.0 Centre of Excellence in partnership with PTC at its manufacturing plant in Pune.
Indonesian dealer orders four GMK4100L cranes
PT SH Machinery Indonesia, the dealer for Grove all-terrain cranes in Indonesia, has ordered four GMK4100L cranes to add to its stock. The GMK4100L cranes will arrive in the first quarter of 2019 and PT SH Machinery Indonesia is confident they will prove popular.
Customers preview new Potain MCT 565 on Chinese factory tour
A group of more than 40 customers from across Asia Pacific toured Manitowoc?s Potain factory in Zhangjiagang, China, in June to see firsthand the production improvements at the manufacturing plant. The group were also given an exclusive preview of the Potain MCT 565 topless crane, which will officially launch at bauma China this November.