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Lube Automatic Systems inaugurates new corporate office near Mumbai
Lube Automatic Systems is the sole distributor in India of centralised lubrication systems
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JCB introduces telescopic boom platform, the T 65D in India
The machine is powered by a JCB diesel engine and comes with two work zones.
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Kobelco Construction 亚洲无码 launches SK80 excavator
The mid-category excavator cements Kobelco鈥檚 position as a 鈥楾rue Solution Provider鈥
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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
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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 芒鈧 Sales & Marketing, Doosan Portable Power, speaks on the applications of mobile air compressors in construction, mining, and drilling operations.
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Power Under Pressure
Hydraulic hoses are the lifelines of construction equipment, powering machines to move earth, lift loads, and shape our urban landscapes.
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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.
VECV's future-ready mobility solutions at Bharat Mobility Expo 2024
The range of sustainable and eco-friendly mobility solutions cover a range -of electric trucks and buses that offer customers and transporters a Pro Business, Pro Planet choice.
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Safety at New Heights
Mobile cranes are relatively easier to operate, manoeuvre, and optimise. However, they are highly prone to accidents.
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Beyond the Dust
The market for construction equipment filters is influenced by global economic conditions, as construction activity often correlates with economic growth.
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Cummins to showcase future emission-ready power solutions portfolio at Excon
Set to showcase next-generation, future emission-ready, Legend L10 and M15 engines
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We are also growing in the concrete pump segment
KYB Conmat, with over 13 years of experience in the industry, is one of India芒鈧劉s leading manufacturers of concrete equipment and holds a top three position in most segments, including batching plants, paving machines, transit mixers, and self-loading mixers. Kalpesh Soni, Vice President 芒鈧 Marketing, KYB Conmat, speaks on how his company is hearing up for Excon 2023.
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Pushing new boundaries
As the market for excavators experiences increased demand, OEMs are innovating by introducing new features aimed at enhancing both the efficiency and productivity of these machines.
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VECV, IIT Indore ink MoU for tech development and upskilling
The tie-up will cover joint research, exchange of tech information
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Connecting Machinery with Efficiency
Essential for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of construction machinery like excavators, loaders, bulldozers, cranes, etc., hydraulic hoses play a crucial role in various equipment.
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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.
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Automation at the Forefront
Companies use automated material handling equipment because it increases productivity and reduces waste, which results in significant cost savings.
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Navigating the Depths
How IIoT is enhancing safety and efficiency in underground mining.
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Powering up the Earth
The need for earthmoving equipment is expected to increase due to the nation's fast urbanisation and infrastructure development requirements
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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.
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The Rise of Equipment Rental
The equipment rental market in India is expected to continue its growth trajectory in the coming years, driven by factors such as increasing infrastructure development, rising construction activities, and growing demand for advanced equipment and machinery.
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How to make construction S.Af.E.R?
The theme S.Af.E.R. stands for -- S: Sustainability; Af: Alternative Fuels; E: Electrification; and R: Rentals. The underlying premise of the theme is that integrating energy-efficient equipment and energy-saving technology in sustainable development initiatives can drastically cut energy use and harmful emissions.
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Paving the Way for Safer Future
Our R&D team puts a lot of effort into applying telematics to machines to make them smarter and help protect our environment, writes Dheeraj Panda.
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Towards a 芒鈧揋reener Future芒鈧 together
Developing businesses are treating 芒鈧搒ustainability芒鈧 as the crucial goal of their method and operations to escalate growth and to compete in the global market.
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We continually make investments to upgrade our facilities
Satya Ranjan Mohapatra, Deputy General Manager (IB & IS), Tide Water Oil, speaks major products from the company and its salient features.
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Going forward, we will have new products
Kaushik Sen, Country General Manager, Drillman Global, speaks on the IoT and digital technologies that are evolving in the business.
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We will focus on CE for road and retail segments
Dimitrov Krishnan, Managing Director at Volvo CE India, speaks on their past experience at bauma CONEXPO India.
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Mining the Future
With prospects in both surface mining and underground mining, the Indian market for mining equipment appears to have a bright future.
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We provide customised screening media solutions across any applications
Mohammed Hussain Khan, Managing Director, Flexiflow Industries, speaks on the latest products and solutions offered by the company for the Indian market.
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Europe-India Day Symposium at Bauma Forum
During Bauma 2022, 芒鈧揈urope- India Day芒鈧 was organised by the CECE, ICEMA and VDMA India on October 26, 2022.
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What鈥檚 driving the demand?
Increasing demand for novel construction equipment is expected to drive the global undercarriage components market in the upcoming years.
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The importance of construction automation has grown rapidly
Himanshu Sharma, Head 鈥 Marketing & Corporate Communication, B&R Industrial Automation, speaks on the emerging technology trends in earthmoving equipment.
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On track: double-digit growth
Distribution, digitisation and electrification are expected to be the key drivers of the earthmoving equipment industry in the coming years.
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L&T ships special construction equipment to BRO for strategic needs
L&T Construction Equipment (LTCEL) has dispatched the first batch of 25 special variant wheel loaders that are suitable for operation in harsh terrains 鈥 high altitudes and extreme weather conditions to the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), an organisation engaged in serving strategic requirements of the nation.
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L&T ships special construction equipment to BRO for strategic needs
The special wheel loaders operate in temperatures between minus 20 degrees and 50 degrees.
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We provide customised screening media solutions across any applications
Mohammed Hussain Khan, Managing Director, Flexiflow Industries, speaks on the latest products and solutions offered by the company for the Indian market.
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Enhancing efficiency
India鈥檚 construction equipment market is growing quickly, and this is stimulating demand for bearings. The bearing industry is expected to grow at a rate of 9 to 10 per cent in the years ahead.
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Gadkari inaugurates cold mixer paver and patch-fill machine
Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari inaugurated a unique first-of-its-kind mobile cold mixer cum paver and patch-fill machine which has been developed indigenously by Central Road Research Institute (CRRI) to repair potholes.
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Automation is the top priority in all our plants
India has done a marvelous job in road building and irrigation, opening new doors for infra equipment. Ashok Chhajer, Senior General Manager, OE Sales, Balkrishna Industries, shares how these initiatives have boosted sales.
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Escorts launches India鈥檚 first Hybrid Pick-n-Carry Crane
Escorts Construction Equipment (ECE) launched NXT13DC CNG, India鈥檚 first Hybrid Pick-n-Carry Crane, with dual Fuel (Diesel & CNG) and RC2522, India鈥檚 first Mono Chassis Safe Crane with 25T lift capacity.
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Improving machine productivity
The demand for the hydraulic hose is estimated to grow at a substantial rate from the construction industry owing to the requirement of high operating pressure and maximum abrasion resistance to the equipment.
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JCB鈥檚 thrust on digital technologies
Excon 2021 is indeed going to be the first major exhibition for the construction equipment industry, post-pandemic, hence, expectations are high. There is likely to be an even greater active participation by the industry than what we have seen in the past editions.
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Battery vehicles are now trending in the market
Today India is one of the fastest-growing economies 鈥 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.
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Opportunities galore
The construction industry across the globe is anticipated to present significant opportunities for construction equipment.
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Counting on diggers
Increasing demand for construction and infrastructure activities is anticipated to augment earthmoving equipment market growth in India over the next few years.
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Sajjan Jindal is CW Man of the Year - Private Sector
Jindal was awarded at the 19th CONSTRUCTION WORLD Annual Awards.
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Fully loaded with opportunities
For a construction site to function without a loader may be impossible. Add to this the fact that the awareness to use the right tool for the right job is growing. The future of loaders looks bright despite the recent slowdown. The influx of new technology is ensuring that they are ever versatile and profitable to operate.
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Sanjay Koul of CMD, Timken: Govt programmes will have direct impact on demand for bearings
Sanjay Koul, Chairman and Managing Director, Timken India, speaks on the latest trends in bearings for construction equipment (CE) applications, and emerging technology trends.
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Improving Machine Productivity
While the pandemic affected all industries, it positively contributed to the bearings industry. By accelerating value chain processes, and building future capabilities, the industry quickly adapted to meet the demands.
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Govt programmes will have direct impact on demand for bearings in the CE market
Sanjay Koul, Chairman and Managing Director, Timken India Limited
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Restart of govt flagship programmes will lift up excavators market in 2021
According to the Off-highway Research, the sale forecast for crawler excavators from 2019-2024 is 24 per cent whereas the mini excavator market is expected to grow by 39 per cent during the given duration.
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Opportunities in bulk for cement
As per estimates of total projects to be sanctioned and those upcoming and under construction across sectors, the hope is to see better days ahead鈥攓uantitatively and qualitatively鈥攆or the cement industry.
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New Avenues to Growth
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has hit market players adversely on the supply side, causing declining sales of undercarriage components.
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CE industry: On the road to recovery
The rural economy has also been driving sales of construction equipment. A good monsoon, record agricultural production and huge procurement by the government agencies along with a focus on rural infrastructure are all attributable to increasing rural prosperity.
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Self-reliance in mining equipment
With demand for mining machinery on the rise, it would be ideal for us to have Made-in-India mining machines.
VE Commercial Vehicles opens new truck plant at Bhopal
This is the eighth manufacturing facility of VECV in Madhya Pradesh.
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L&T Construction bags mega contract of India鈥檚 first high-speed rail corridor
The scope for the MAHSR - C4 package includes the construction of viaducts, stations, major river bridges, depots, and other auxiliary works.
AMRL SEZ set to turn Make in India dream into reality
The SEZ is ready to house a diverse set of industries 鈥 electronics, medical equipment, general engineering, auto ancillaries and components, solar and many more.
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The mantra of self-reliance
After months of speculation on GDP numbers, the results have confirmed our worst fears: our economy is suffering from a serious malaise.
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We focus on off-highway sector and want to grow with this
Balkrishna Industries (BKT) is a homegrown multinational player with a strong presence in the off-highway tyres globally. With the Indian market growing faster, the company is gradually increasing its sales in India which otherwise is majorly focusing on export market. Rajiv Poddar, Joint Managing Director, BKT shares more on the company and the market scenario.
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India will be a high growth market: Vivek Hajela
L&T has fully conceptualised, designed, developed and manufactured in-house wheel loaders with more than 90 per cent components sourced domestically. Vivek Hajela, General Manager and Head - Construction Equipment Business, Larsen & Toubro, shares more on the market scenario and outlook.
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Demand in 2021 will be better than this year
Timken has been manufacturing in India for the last 30 years. Sanjay Koul, Managing Director, Timken India, explains the current market scenario and the company鈥檚 products and solutions for the CE market.
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Our vision of 鈥楢lways Better鈥 goes beyond traditional thinking
With business in more than 120 countries and direct presence in 28 countries, Elgi Equipments is consolidating its presence in global market with innovative products and services.
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Covid-19 Challenges Revival
The lockdown in the country has entered its third stage on May 4, 2020 in view of the deadly coronavirus pandemic continuing its grip on the country even after the six-week lockdown in two stages.
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Weld India 2020 to showcase innovations
The Indian Institute of Welding (IIW) - India?s Mumbai Chapter is hosting the fifth International Welding Congress and 13th Weld India Exhibition of the country in association with the International Institute of Welding from February 6 to 9, 2020 in Navi Mumbai on the theme: Advanced welding technology and quality systems for developing economies.
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We create value for our customers through make in India
LeeBoy India benefits from having a local manufacturing facility to effectively catering to the local and export markets.
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KION india opens new facility in Pune
Supporting the government's Make in India initiative, KION opened India's largest material handling equipment facility in Pune
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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.
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DOZCO, ITM form new JV
Italtractor ITM Spa (ITM) and DOZCO India announced the creation of a joint venture (JV) company called ITM DOZCO Pvt Ltd. The intention of this new JV is to create the leading manufacturer of undercarriage components in India to optimise service to local and global customers.
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Rs 200 billion projects initiated in Mumbai
Prime Minister Narendra Modi initiated projects of about Rs 200 billion for Mumbai. The three metro corridors initiated by the Prime Minister are 9.2 km Gaimukh to Shivaji Chowk (Mira Road) Metro-10 corridor, 12.7 km Wadala to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus Metro-11 corridor and the 20.7 km long Kalyan to Taloja Metro-12 corridor.
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Swachh Bharat a game-changer for cleaning equipment sector
The Central Government's drive for a cleaner India has reportedly given a big boost to firms in the hygiene and cleaning equipment space as Fonzo Equipment has reported rapid sales growth within two years of launch.
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fpsi conference on fluid power industry
The series of FPSI meetings held in Bengaluru for the fluid power fraternity comprising hydraulic, pneumatic and mechatronic industries, discussed and deliberated the key market trends and industry initiatives.
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Appetite for dust control systems is growing
Spraystream describes itself as a leading global player in dust control, cooling and misting systems to optimally address issues of industrial odour and dust.
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BEML Flags off Nation's First 150T Electric Dump Truck
BEML has launched an indigenously developed nation's first 150T electric drive rear dump truck, with an objective of strengthening the Make in India initiative that will address the growing demand for higher capacity equipment in the mining industry.
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We expect good progress in make-in-india schemes
Kavitsu has the manufacturing capability of producing slew bearings of up to 3,200 mm and the company is planning to increase the capacity to 5,000 mm.
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Srei Equipment Finance and Bank of Baroda in strategic alliance
Srei Equipment Finance (SEFL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Srei Infrastructure Finance (Srei), and Bank of Baroda, India?s second largest public sector bank, announced a strategic alliance to offer joint loans for infrastructure equipment under a co-lending arrangement.
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Indian market has a great growth potential
Founded as Racine Threshing Machine Works in the mid-western US in 1842, CASE Construction Equipment today operates as a subsidiary of CNH Industrial.
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Applications in India: issues and Solutions
Indian subsurface construction requirements are unparallelled and through proper interventions, we can realise this dream. Dr Niranjan Swarup elaborates on the challenges and issues in trenchless applications in India and the solutions to overcome these challenges.
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6th Annual 亚洲无码 Awards 2018
The sixth Annual 亚洲无码 Awards 2018 recognised and rewarded the top performers of Indian construction equipment industry.
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Innovation to drive the future
When it comes to construction and mining machinery, hydraulics is the major source of power to the heavy-duty operations at extreme conditions. The hydraulics industry is making major strides in the efficiency and performance of its products.
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beml launches India's first 205T electric dump truck
BEML has launched an indigenously designed and developed nation's first 205T electric drive rear dump truck (Model BH205-E). This is expected to address the growing demand for higher capacity equipment in the mining industry.
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looking forward to Newer Heights
Atlas Copco, global leaders in compressors, vacuum solutions, generators, pumps, power tools and assembly systems, is looking forward to strengthen its Make in India initiatives.
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Pioneering Growth
Traditionally known for aerospace, engineering and IT, Bengaluru is fast emerging as a construction equipment (CE) hub in India with major players expanding their base in the city.
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BEML flags off nation's first 150T electric dump truck
BEML has launched an indigenously developed nation's first 150T electric drive rear dump truck, with an objective of strengthening the Make in India initiative, that will address the growing demand for higher capacity equipment in the mining industry.
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Atlas Copco to further strengthen presence in India
Atlas Copco, global leaders in compressors, vacuum solutions, generators, pumps, power tools and assembly systems, is looking forward to strengthen its Make in India initiatives. The company with its facilities in Pune, Nashik and Hyderabad, has been manufacturing in India for the past almost 60 years.
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BEML flags off India?s first 205T electric dump truck
BEML has launched an indigenously designed and developed nation?s first 205T electric drive rear dump truck (Model BH205-E). This is expected to address the growing demand for higher capacity equipment in the mining industry.
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BEML flags off nation?s first 150T electric dump truck
BEML Ltd, a public sector company under the Ministry of Defence and a premier manufacturer of mining and construction equipment, has launched an indigenously developed nation?s first 150T electric drive rear dump truck, with an objective of strengthening the Make in India initiative, that will address the growing demand for higher capacity equipment in the mining industry.
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Indian market is a priority for Ammann Group
Started operations in India in April 2013 joining hands with Apollo Group, Ammann Group has come a long way in a short span.
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Pushing Boundaries
With the demand for excavators growing in the market, OEMs are introducing new features to further improve the efficiency and productivity of the machines, helping in quick and qualitative project execution.
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Digital Platform for efficient CE Sourcing
With markets being overcrowded and competition more intense than ever, coupled with a flurry of information in this digital age creates a lot of distractions.
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We will take small steps to build ourselves
When I joined the company, I spent three months to understand the company, people, dealers, vendors, etc. I first identified the pain areas and major gaps and then prioritised the major actions we needed to take.
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Innovations in Warehousing
Warehousing industry in India needs innovative approach to achieve improved efficiency. Asim Behera explains more on the current scenario and the importance of advanced innovative warehousing solutions to meet the emerging demands.
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The big movers
Being the major equipment class in the infrastructure development activities, Earthmoving equipment sees further demand growth in future owing to an anticipated growth in construction activities.
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Escorts unveils new pick-n-carry crane at Excon 2017
Escorts Construction Equipment (ECE) launched India?s safest pick-n-carry crane (as the company claims), CT Smart 15, at the Excon 2017 in Bengaluru, along with best-in-class (performance, productivity and reliability) soil compactor 3212 in 12-tonne class and upgraded Hydra series pick and carry crane.
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We see Indian CE industry as an opportunity for us to grow
The current equipment industry scenario is a positive eco-system for construction equipment industry and commercial vehicles. Policy initiatives by the present government such as Make in India, Smart City Mission and Sagar Mala Project have given a boost to the manufacturing and infrastructure industry in India.
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We are launching new products at Excon
Government of India has given impetus in fast tracking various infrastructure projects, especially in road, railways, ports and airports sectors. There are also large irrigation projects under construction in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana states.
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We see Excon as a business facilitator
Post GST, the construction equipment (CE) sector in India had a short term hit. Retail hiring segment was adversely effected, as it is more of unorganised sector.
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Excon 2017 marks revival of Indian CE industry
After a continuous phase of sluggish market and recession, the construction equipment sector is on the verge of a turnaround now. The sector has received a boost with the government's renewed focus on road building, as a result the market grew by 16 per cent in 2015, and further by 39 per cent to peak in 2016.
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Escorts showcases new products at IREE 2017
Escorts has developed a series of new products to make rail travel safer and faster. The new products include anti-lift AARH couplers, axle-mounted disc brakes, brake disc for high-speed LHB coaches, locomotive brake electronics for both electric and diesel locomotives, high-end dampers for locomotives and LHB coaches besides air springs.
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On a Brighter Note
The government's increased focus on port infrastructure and through budget and Sagar Mala programme has opened new growth avenues for port equipment industry and is looking forward to a brighter future in India.