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Critical Role of Lubrication in Mining Operations
Mobilgrease XHPâą 462 Moly is indispensable for applications where heavy loads and extreme pressure are common.
Mining Revolution
The Indian mining industry has shifted from manual to mechanised operations, embracing varying levels of technology and automation
Vedanta Aluminium appoints Ravi Paliwal as CEO, Ash Management
Brings 27 years of experience, primarily in the energy sector
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.
Focussing towards more sustainable offerings for the construction industry
Jayanta Ray, General Manager â Industrial and OEM, GS Caltex India, speaks on the primary factors that construction equipment customers prioritise when selecting lubricants.
Revolutionising Industrial Sustainability
Modern industries are integrating the practice of drawing periodic oil samples to meticulously track the condition of lubricants and machine health
There will be a shift towards advanced synthetic and semi-synthetic grades
Ravi Chawla, MD & CEO, Gulf Oil Lubricants
Zinc: Securing a Sustainable Future for Mining Industry
The steel used for the coaches of the Vande Bharat trains has been fortified with zinc.
Embracing the Rental Revolution
Rental penetration is a bit low in the mining equipment industry, but it is increasing on YOY basis due to awareness and availability of latest mining equipment.
The Mining Boom
India's increasing coal projects drive a surge in mining equipment demand!
ACMA organises Tech-Show for Chennai Metro Rail
ACMA, the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India, organised an exclusive Tech-Show for the Chennai Metro Rail (CMRL) spanning two days, May 17 and 18, 2023 at CMRL Depot in Chennai.
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.
New mining machinery are driving demand for all-steel radial tyres
Rajiv Poddar, Joint Managing Director, Balkrishna Industries, speaks on the factors that are driving the Indian OTR tyre market, and the recent innovations in tyre design and making in construction vehicles.
Navigating the Depths
How IIoT is enhancing safety and efficiency in underground mining.
Mines Ministry approves Rs 1.54 bn for NMETĂąâŹâąs exploration
Under the direction of Vivek Bharadwaj, Secretary Ministry of Mines, the Executive Committee (EC) meeting of the National Mineral Exploration Trust (NMET) Ministry of Mines was convened.
In comparison to other mining markets, India lags behind
Sujeet Kumar, Business Line Manager - Surface Division, Epiroc Mining India, speaks on the outlook on the mining industry in India, and the importance of sustainability in mining.
Mining the Future
With prospects in both surface mining and underground mining, the Indian market for mining equipment appears to have a bright future.
In comparison to other mining markets, India lags behind
Sujeet Kumar, Business Line Manager - Surface Division, Epiroc Mining India, speaks on the automation which is evolving in the mining industry.
Mining opportunities!
Governmentâs thrust on coal mining is expected to significantly impact demand for mining equipment.
Equipment manufacturers lead IoT mining revolution
Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) technologies that can seamlessly connect vehicles, machinery and personnel in even the worldâs deepest mines promise a new era of safety, productivity and profitability for underground mining.
Heading towards a new high!
After two years of lull, the excavator market should grow again and reach 25,000 units in 2022.
Hindustan Zinc, Sandvik sign MoU for battery electric underground mining fleet
Hindustan Zinc has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sandvik AB to introduce battery powered loaders and trucks in underground mining.
Battery vehicles are now trending in the market
Today India is one of the fastest-growing economies â power consumption and steel are prime indicators of growth, and are having a northward trend hence the demand for minerals and metals both are growing in India.
Companies all over the world are turning to digital integration to increase efficiency in the mining process.
In recent years, mining companies have adopted a growing range of digital solutions. Many have mechanised their operations, moved from the physical to the digital realm by adding equipment sensors.
Unlocking the mining potential
The future of the Indian mining equipment market looks good with opportunities in underground mining and surface mining.
Putting a value on training
IISD has termed the operator as HERO âheavy equipment resourceful operatorâ to create the value of operator.
Putting a value on training
Indian Institute of Skill Development (IISD) is one of the best companies, providing training to heavy equipment and machinery operators.
Underground mining readies for IIoT revolution
With new innovative technology, companies are taking take digitalisation of mining operations to the next level.
Hindustan Zincâs CEO: Automation, AI are changing the way mines operate
Arun Misra, CEO, Hindustan Zinc, speaks on the current scenario of underground mining in India, and how IoT and digital technologies are evolving in underground mining.
Vedanta rolls out lucrative scheme for MSMEs under âSaathiâ programme
Vedanta, Indiaâs leading producer of metals and oil and gas, has rolled out an attractive promotional scheme for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the manufacturing industry in celebration of the World MSME Week.
Govt programmes will have direct impact on demand for bearings in the CE market
Sanjay Koul, Chairman and Managing Director, Timken India Limited
With infra plans in place, there will be continuous growth for hydraulic excavators
Initially during first quarter of FY2021 there was decline in sales of hydraulic excavators due to pandemic. During second quarter the sales have improved and subsequently, during third and fourth quarter the sales of crawler excavators has picked up and ended with a total sales growth of 8 per cent compared to previous FY2020.
Digging deeper
The governmentâs various initiatives on revival of the infrastructure sector and favourable policies have driven the growth of Indian hydraulic excavator market.
Mining market scenario
The upcoming mining reforms are expected to drive the demand for advanced mining equipment technologies and solutions.
Elesa and Ganter offers new column level indicators
Elesa and Ganter presents a wide range of standard elements in engineering plastics and metal for equipment and machinery for the construction and building industry
GALLOCKÂź - complete safety under heavy vibrations
Gala Precision Engineering announced the successful development and distribution of wedge lock washer GALLOCKÂź. These washers are used to safely secure bolted joints exposed to heavy vibrations and dynamic load.
True Digitalisation of Underground Mining
With new innovative technology, Mobilaris Mining & Civil Engineering and Epiroc take digitalisation of mining operations to the next level. So far, the result has been double-digit productivity increases, higher efficiency, and increased safety for the mining industry. Hans Wahlquist writes.
Driving Efficiency at Underground Zinc Mine
Boasting high uptime, low fuel consumption and extreme versatility, a fleet of 22 L90F wheel loaders from Volvo CE has helped Rampura Agucha Mines in Rajasthan, excel in operational efficiency.
Steering Growth
Growing urbanisation and mechanisation of manual jobs are driving the demand for compact equipment such as skid-steer loaders in India.
Hindustan Zinc partners with FarEye to build digital control tower
India?s largest and the world?s second-largest zinc-lead miner, Hindustan Zinc (HZL) has partnered with FarEye, a SaaS-based predictive logistics platform, to reduce dependency on manual processes, enhance logistics efficiency and mitigate risks.
We have a portfolio of advanced products
Equipment working at construction and mining sites are open to extreme conditions. Rupinder Paintal, Director of Market Development, ExxonMobil Lubricants, elaborates on the new generation lubricants that can enhance the efficiency of construction and mining equipment.
Schwing Stetter displays Smartec sludge pumps at IFAT 2019
Schwing Stetter India, one of the leading concreting equipment manufacturing companies in India, participated in the IFAT Expo 2019, India?s leading trade fair for water, sewage, refuse and recycling.
Transforming Mining Safe and Productive
Underground mining is an extremely tough mining method with various risk factors involved.
Mechanisation is growing in underground mining
Komatsu Mining Corp is a major equipment manufacturer in underground mining operations.
Transition to underground mining is around the corner
In the near future, there will be hardly any deposits left near surface and hence the underground operation shall become more prominent.
The mining sector is poised to make significant strides
Epiroc covers a wide range of underground equipment needs with production and face drill rigs, loaders and trucks.
Caterpillar delivers equipment and collaborative support
Caterpillar offers a wide range of equipment and solutions for underground metal mining and coal mining in India.
Epiroc opens new facility in Udaipur
Epiroc, a Swedish manufacturer of equipment for the mining, infrastructure and natural resources industries, inaugurated a new Distribution, Refurbishment and Training Centre at Udaipur, Rajasthan.
"Mining equipment industry is on a high-growth trajectory"
Caterpillar products and services are designed to meet the high production and low cost per tonne demands of the industry.
New column level indicators
One of the main objectives of Elesa+Ganter is to offer a broad range of solutions to meet the specific needs of different industries. Elesa+Ganter accessories for hydraulic systems set up a wide and versatile range.
Epiroc Launches Minetruck 436B
Epiroc, a global productivity partner for mining, infrastructure and natural resources industries, launched Minetruck MT436B, to boost underground haulage capacity and efficiency across mining and construction operations.
Epiroc launches Minetruck 436B
Epiroc, a global productivity partner for mining, infrastructure and natural resources industries, launched Minetruck MT436B, to boost underground haulage capacity and efficiency across mining and construction operations.
Performance lubricants enhance productivity, profits
Construction and mining industries require lubrication solutions that are as durable as their equipment. In an exclusive interview, Deepankar Banerjee, CEO, ExxonMobil Lubricants advises how new generation lubricants can boost efficiency of heavy machinery and equipment.
Filters are moving away from standard to customer-specific
Elofic offers filters for fuel, oil and air segments which help the equipment to achieve the required emission and performance levels. MB Sahni, Chairman-cum-Managing Director, and KD Sahni, Vice Chairman-cum-Joint Managing Director, Elofic Industries Ltd, share more on the company and the industry scenario.
Column level indicators
The new column level indicators are made of materials ensuring high and unchanging performance over time.
Lubricants act as blood in an equipment
Lubricants act as a blood in case of any equipment. Any deterioration happens will eventually knock down the performance of the machine and hence hamper the productivity.
Global metal market trends
The global economy is doing well. Growth already beat expectations this year and the global economy will continue to quicken in 2018.
Effective Lubrication FOR Productivity
Infrastructure development and the demand for automotive products are major factors that are driving the growth of the metals and mining sector in India. To address the burgeoning demands of metal and steel, the Ministry of Steel aimed to increase the steel production capacity to 142.3 million tonne in 2017.
Scaling up skills
A qualified and productive workforce in mining operations is of utmost importance. Pavan Kaushik elaborates on the efforts of Hindustan Zinc (HZL) and its Mining Academy in enhancing the skill levels of mining machine operators through its various hands-on training courses.
Revival on Cards?
India is witnessing an improved growth trend in coal mining, as Coal India Ltd (CIL) is aiming an output of one billion tonne by 2020. CIL has earmarked a capital investment of Rs 57,000 crore, as part of the road map for one billion tonne target, with a planned capex of Rs 8,500 crore in 2017-18.
Lubricants for Mining applications
Equipment working at mining sites need to perform reliably and efficiently, without major breakdown and other issues. Safe and efficient operation is imperative for mining equipment to increase productivity and safety in mining operations. Lubricants play a major role in this by minimising wear and tear of machinery parts and safeguard the equipment in the harshest conditions.
Extreme Applications
The new range of explosion-proof C rails and light crane systems are rated for use in explosion and hazardous dust-laden areas up to ATEX Zone 2, 22.
Smartec sludge pump launched
Schwing Stetter India has launched the Smartec sludge pump system at IFAT 2016. This newest product can be used to recycle sewage and sludge water for municipal applications.
Schwing Stetter India launches Smartec sludge pump system
Schwing Stetter India has launched the Smartec sludge pump system at IFAT 2016. This newest product can be used to recycle sewage and sludge water for municipal applications.
Improving Efficiency
Mobil DTE 10 Excel 68 helped Samruddhi Industries improve hydraulic efficiency by 4.28 per cent, leading to annual savings of Rs 179,400. Hydraulic fluids with reduced environmental impact can provide sustainable solutions that support both environmental and economic goals.
Touching The Next Level
The demand for concrete equipment and ready mix concrete (RMC) is charting an upward trend on the back of momentum in infrastructure development and to a lesser extent, real estate.
MARC | The Way to Success
Maintenance & repair contract, more popularly known as MARC and more generally termed as full maintenance contract (FMC), has caught the imagination of mines operators in India.
Large Miners Forward
While the global mining industry is on the decline, India is witnessing a reverse trend. Many international mining equipment manufacturers are showcasing their products at BAUMA 2016, Germany, in a big way, at a time when Coal India
Helicoil Thread Inserts
Helicoil thread inserts create high strength threads in low strength materials. These are stainless steel thread inserts formed into elastic spirals
A System Approach
Improving cost efficiency has become one of the most challenging aspects for any business in an intense and cut-throat competitive market. The impact of this effect cascades to original equipment manufacturers, subsystem, components
MARC: The way to success
MARC (Maintenance & repair contract), in the past few years, has caught the attention of many mines operators in India. Maintenance & repair contract, more popularly known as MARC and more generally termed as full maintenance contract (FMC)
Hydraulic Fluids with Reduced Enviro Impact
Hydraulic fluids with reduced environmental impact can provide sustainable solutions that support both environmental and economic goals, writes Shankar Karnik.
We are planning to acquire more mining equipment
In the open pit mining, the country has come up well to adopt the latest technologies; not only our company but many of our competitions are also doing well with the new technologies.
Our core values are interaction, innovation and commitment
In 2015, we have seen an inflow of volume business for rotary blast hole drills from state-owned enterprises involved with coal mining and we expect the trend to continue in April-June 2015 period as well.
Rising Expectations
Hose is an important part of a hydraulic system. Hydraulic hose provides a basic means for transporting fluid from one component to another. The flexibility of hose enables components to be positioned in the most efficient or convenient places, because the hose has the ability to bend around corners, through tight spaces, or across long distances.
Mining Potential
With the growing demand for increased output of coal and iron ore and other minerals, the demand for mining equipment and machinery is expected grow manifold.
Concrete moves
Despite the Rs 2,500-crore concrete equipment industry registered nearly 40 per cent fall in the market and is under severe pressure, there is tremendous growth opportunities in the long term.
German companies are planning more investments in India.
German investors are taking a positive long-term view of Indian market and continue to invest in their operations to tap growth opportunities. Maharashtra, with around 39 per cent share of German investments, remains the most attractive destination, says Rajesh Nath, Managing Director, VDMA India. Excerpts from the interview.
Liebherr Presents Compactmix and Truck Mixers
At Excon, Liebherr showcased the space-saving batching plant Compactmix 1.0 with 60 m? capacity per hour and top technology truck mixers for most economical concrete transport.A very popular model in Liebherr?s extensive range of batching plants, the Compactmix 1.0, is capable of a maximum discharge output of 60 m? of compacted concrete per hour. The space-saving overall concept and the flexible 180? truck mixer approach angle underneath the plant enables to position the mixer in a relativel
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