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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.
Our focus has expanded to encompass complete oil life cycle management: Praveen Nagpal, Shell
Praveen Nagpal, Chief Technology Officer, Shell Lubricants India, discusses the primary factors that construction equipment customers prioritise while selecting lubricants.
Tackling Supply and Quality Concerns in CE Rentals
As demand surges, particularly driven by infrastructure developments in regions like Asia-Pacific, stakeholders face pressing issues ranging from availability mismatches to concerns over maintenance standards.
AJAX appoints Tuhin Basu as Chief Financial Officer
Ajax Engineering, India’s premier concreting equipment manufacturer, announced the appointment of Tuhin Basu as Chief Financial Officer.
Nornickel presents palladium developments for India’s hydrogen industry
India is one of the key countries in the development of hydrogen energy.
The Concrete Revolution
Groundbreaking concrete equipment is driving the industry forward at an unprecedented pace.
Preventive Maintenance for Peak Productivity
Choosing a condition monitoring system to minimise downtime and maximise ROI, writes THIAGO HENRIQUE BUOSO.
Nornickel presents palladium developments for India's hydrogen industry
Nornickel is a leading supplier of a wide range of base and precious metals
AJAX Engineering appoints Tuhin Basu as Chief Financial Officer
Tuhin will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company's financial strategy
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.
CASE India extends its presence in Rajasthan
The company inaugurates new dealership in Jaipur
DICV inaugurates two BharatBenz regional training centers
The company aims to train 3,500+ BharatBenz drivers, sales and service personnel every year
Tyres are integral to any OTR equipment design
Rajiv Poddar, Joint Managing Director, Balkrishna Industries, speaks on the company's approach to sustainability.
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.
Improving Performance of Crane Manufacturers
Bonfiglioli’s HF series gear motors for hoisting application offers several features that help hoist designers to make optimised selection.
CASE demonstrates ‘Made in India’ products
A visit to the CASE Construction ÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼ factory in Pithampur provided an opportunity to witness the company's manufacturing process and its impact on the local community. Karthik Muthuveeran reports…
BKT’s Bhuj Plant: Racing ahead of time
The Bhuj site, at the centre of a well-thought-out growth strategy by BKT, consists of the state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities as it aims for an annual tyre production of 600,000 MT.
Better Screening is Free Crushing
Lars Bräunling of MAJOR provides diagnoses and addresses screen media issues.
Smooth road ahead!
Roads and highways sector is considered to be the most vibrant infrastructure segment where a lot of activities ongoing consistently for a long time.
Wirtgen’s 90 exhibits and 33 world premieres
In Munich, the Wirtgen Group is presenting sustainable – and therefore pioneering – solutions for the road construction industry and is once more demonstrating its outstanding powers of innovation.
B&R servo drive now more resistant
The compact B&R servo drive is suitable for use in aggressive atmospheric environments and at temperatures as low as -25°C. The electronics of the ACOPOS P3 are protected from external influences by a special coating as standard, making the servo drive even more resistant.
Infra push for mini equipment
According to Arizton’s latest research report, India’s construction equipment market will grow at a CAGR of 8.9 per cent during 2022-2028. Mini excavators hold a decent share in the overall construction equipment industry.
Bringing biodiesel on the market
Fuel costs and India’s reliance on foreign fuel sources are a constant concern for many construction owners whose businesses are heavily dependent on machinery that requires diesel. Many alternate energy sources have been discussed, researched, and used in the past but, for equipment, the primary form of alternate fuel has become biodiesel.
Don’t Compromise on Vibrating Screen Health
How partnering with a technical OEM for equipment monitoring can help the bottom line.
Maximizing Articulating Joint Life in Compactors
A compactor’s ability to reduce air pockets and increase load-bearing capacity make it vital for construction and roadwork.
GOMACO unveils first electric slipform curb paver
GOMACO showed the world the first battery-powered curb and gutter slipform paver at World of Concrete 2022 in Las Vegas.
What new construction equipment will 2022 bring?
The outlook on India’s construction equipment sector is optimistic since the country’s needs for infrastructure will continue to grow massively.
Bonfiglioli India: Winning through product innovations & tech
Bonfiglioli has been enhancing construction equipment performance, efficiency, productivity, and reliability for more than 40 years.
Bonfiglioli wins ‘2nd Rank – Innovation of the Year’ at EI Awards
Bonfiglioli India was awarded for its innovative drive designed in India for girder transporter used in high-speed rail project.
AJAX introduces the ‘All new CEV Stage-IV’ compliant ARGOs
These engines are more environment friendly with well proven CRDi technology and After Treatment System (ATS) that reduces emission levels.
Komatsu and Honda to jointly build micro electric excavator
Komatsu and Honda have announced that they are working together on a micro electric excavator.
Buildings to store energy using innovative concrete-based battery
The energy density of new cement-based batteries is ten times that of older concrete batteries
JCB announces Covid relief package for employees
The company also aims to vaccinate all its employees over the next few weeks.
Escorts announces Covid relief measures for its employees
Escorts Ltd., India’s leading Engineering conglomerate, has adopted a series of measures to support employees amidst second wave of Covid-19 pandemic. These include both healthcare and financial aid for employees and their families in these difficult times.
Volvo & BBMP set up a 100-bed Covid care centre in Bengaluru
The facility will commence operations in two phases. The phase I (comprising 40 beds) fully sponsored by Volvo Group and supported by another Swedish major IKEA India, was inaugurated recently, by the Honourable Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa
AJAX: Revolutionising current construction processes through boom pumps
Strengthening its foothold in the concreting equipment market, AJAX would be introducing new products in the forthcoming customer interface platforms to help customers to steer their business with increased speed, greater flexibility and enhanced quality.
7500+ people vaccinated by Vedanta at its plants in Odisha and Chhattisgarh
edanta Aluminium & Power Business, India’s largest producer of aluminium and value-added aluminium products, has accelerated the COVID vaccination initiative and vaccinated over 7500 of its people across its plants.
Daimler, Volvo launch fuel-cell truck partnership
Daimler Truck AG and the Volvo Group announced the two companies have completed the formation a previously announced fuel-cell joint venture.
All about vehicle scrappage policy!
CARE Ratings scrutinises the vehicle scrappage policy, which was unveiled by Road Minister Nitin Gadkar in the Lok Sabha recently.
Repairing at 1000 m: The perils of bridge work
Bridges form an essential part of modern day economic and transportation systems. They can be used to connect islands that can span several kilometres into deep seas, connect stretches of separated lands - as well as joining cities, separated by lakes and rivers.
AJAX: Revolutionising the current construction processes through boom pumps
AJAX offers concrete batching plants in CRB, IRB and IBP series ranging between 20- 30-45-60-75-90-120 that goes up to 240 cum/hr.
Liebherr Mining partnership with VA Erzberg for trolley line
At Bauma 2019, VA Erzberg and Liebherr have concluded a development contract for a trolley assist system for the T 236 (100t mining truck). Since then the iron ore mine has been testing the diesel-electric truck in Austria.
Liebherr Mining partnership with VA Erzberg for trolley line
The groundbreaking ceremony for the extended 5 km trolley line took place on September 29, 2020.
Technology Rules at Alto Maipo Project
For Chile, the Rio Maipo is a stroke of luck to supply the nearby capital Santiago with energy: In the mighty ‘Alto Maipo’ power plant project, the planners are relying on European and - in particular - German technology.
Ionised, cooled air to replace metalworking fluids
EcoCooling has introduced an ionised cooled air solution to replace the expensive metalworking fluids for cooling and lubrication in metalworking industry. This is a proven green and clean method, which uses only ionised and cooled air and there is no worries of environmental hazards and costs related to oil-based fluids.
GALLOCK® - complete safety under heavy vibrations
Gala Precision Engineering announced the successful development and distribution of wedge lock washer GALLOCK®. These washers are used to safely secure bolted joints exposed to heavy vibrations and dynamic load.
Ionised, cooled air to replace metalworking fluids
EcoCooling uses only ionised and cooled air and has none of the environmental hazards and costs related to oil-based fluids
HAI ROBOTICS launches autonomous case-handling system
HAI ROBOTICS announced the launch of two new HAIPICK robots
Doosan launches volvo penta-powered air compressors
At the recently concluded Excon 2019, Doosan Bobcat India unveiled two new air compressors powered by Volvo Penta engines.
Doosan launches Volvo Penta powered air compressors at Excon 2019
At the recently concluded Excon 2019, Doosan Bobcat India unveiled two new air compressors powered by Volvo Penta engines. These new air compressors are benefitting from fuel efficiency, productivity, reliability, long service intervals as well as reduced noise and vibrations with the use of Volvo Penta engines.
Safety for mobile Machines
As mobile machinery becomes increasingly automated, its manufacturers must address the requirements of the European Machinery Directive and the topic of safety technology.
Trenchless evolutions
The Indian trenchless industry assisted by international counterparts has now evolved trenchless code of practices that helps in charting the proper course of action.
We take advantage of IoT at every opportunity
Mann and Hummel offers end-to-end filtration solutions for construction and mining equipment. Antomon Rapheal, Director-R&D Engineering - OE, Mann and Hummel Filter, explains more on the market opportunity and products and solutions.
Raimondi Cranes presents heavy luffer
Raimondi Cranes has unveiled the latest heavyweight addition to its advanced luffing range, the LR372.
Cummins launches new DG set and engine in India
Cummins India has recently launched its K38 series - 910 kVA prime diesel generator sets in India.
Rolls-Royce delivers first Stage V MTU engines for Bell dump trucks
Bell ÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼, the international specialist for articulated dump trucks, recently received the first six Series 1000-1500 MTU engines from Rolls-Royce that meet the new EU Stage V emission standard.
Top Performance under Pressure
Semperit Hydraulics' new generation spiral hose is distinguished by its outstanding resistance to various hydraulic oils, flexibility and durability in service. One of the key innovations has been the new Semperit NBR inner liner of these hydraulic hoses that makes them leakage-proof
Kohler guarantees Stage V certification for entire diesel range
Kohler has reached its latest milestone of Stage V certification for KDI engines in the 19-56 kW power range. Thanks to the exciting partnership with one of the agencies accredited to the European Union for the certification of internal combustion engines, the first half of 2018 was devoted to undertaking thorough tests and analysis on the Kohler range of diesel engines with the aim of verifying their compliance with all the requisites indicated by the legislator.
Facilitating asphalt production
An SDLG LG936L is proving vital to operations at a quarry in Palembang, Indonesia, where it performs a dual role. Primarily, the wheel loader fills dump trucks with stockpiled sand and raw aggregates for transportation to an asphalt mixing plant onsite.
Hydraulic Hose and Fittings
Hydraulic systems are widely used in off-highway equipment when heavy force or torque is involved, such as lifting loads of several tonnes, crushing or pressing strong materials like rock and solid metals, and digging, lifting, and moving large amounts of earth.
Making steel plant productive, efficient and profitable
Steel industry is fundamental to every nation owing to the usage of steel in a plethora of industries.
Raimondi's new flat-top tower crane
The Raimondi MRT234 is the newest flattop tower crane in the range with a maximum jib length of 70 m and a maximum capacity of 12,000 kg.
Choosing the right asphalt plant
When the moment arrives for the entrepreneur to make his decision to purchase an asphalt plant, he may leave it up to the suppliers to help decide on the best layout and configuration.
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.
Raimondi's new flat-top tower crane
Raimondi Cranes SpA has announced its newest flat-top tower crane, MRT234. Presented to Raimondi's exclusive agent network ahead of wider release, the MRT234 has already witnessed strong pre-sales due to its enhanced solution-based design.
Everest bags biggest tower crane order
Everest Engineernig ÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼ has bagged a bulk order for 62 units of 12t flat top tower cranes from BG Shirke. 'This is the biggest order in the history of tower cranes.
Advancements in Bearings for Construction Machinery
Construction machinery is characterised by its ability to perform in the harshest environments. Machinery such as excavators, dozers, compactors, cranes and dumpers have tremendously increased development capacity.
Construction equipment is our growth engine
The Indian market offers enormous growth opportunities in the construction equipment industry.
The risk with vertical axes
Safety of people and machinery is a constant challenge, particularly with applications that involve loads transported and positioned vertically.
Cold Recycling with Foamed Bitumen
Roads that are subjected to continuous and heavy traffic often show signs of damage that extend down to the road base. To eliminate this damage, the entire road needs structural rehabilitation.
Raimondi launches new flat-top tower crane
Raimondi Cranes SpA has announced its newest flat-top tower crane, MRT234. Presented to Raimondi?s exclusive agent network ahead of wider release, the MRT234 has already witnessed strong pre-sales due to its enhanced solution-based design.
Terratec supplies new TBMs to Mumbai Metro
The Australian Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) manufacturer, Terratec, celebrated the delivery of the first two of a number of new TBMs destined for the Mumbai Metro's Line 3 project, following successful factory acceptance tests recently.
TERRATEC supplies new TBMs to Mumbai Metro
The Australian Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) manufacturer, TERRATEC, celebrated the delivery of the first two of a number of new TBMs destined for the Mumbai Metro?s Line 3 project, following successful factory acceptance tests recently.
Linear Technology for a Perfect Surface Finish
Australia's largest manufacturer of rotary shank cutting tools, Sutton Tools, has gained market share in the highly competitive aerospace industry by producing superior tools using the linear motor technology on ANCA's MX7.
Top Driver Contest 2017
SDLG's Top Driver contest is underway in Russia as 2017 marks the second year the global competition is being held in the country.
Lubricants market in India is getting more lucrative
The expected robust demand for construction equipment and machinery is going to generate a concomitant demand for industrial and construction machinery lubricants in India. Akhil Jha, Chief Technology Officer, Shell Lubricants India, explains more on the new trends and product innovations in lubricants.
ABB motor reaches almost 100 per cent energy efficiency
Tests carried out on a 44-MW 6-pole synchronous ABB motor shortly before delivery showed an efficiency 0.25 per cent greater than the 98.8 per cent stipulated in the contract, resulting in the world record for electric motor efficiency. This efficiency improvement could save approximately $500,000 in electrical energy costs over the course of a 20-year lifetime for each motor.
Optimal Solutions
GS Caltex began base oil production in November 2007 with 16,000 BPSD capacity, but almost doubled its capacity by 2014. By using the latest cutting-edge hydro-cracking technology, the company produces high quality environment-friendly base oil, which satisfies challenging specifications of lubricant manufacturers.
UpgradING Compression Test Rig
Below-the-hook equipment manufacturer Modulift has upgraded its compression test rig (known as CTR1), adding 50 per cent additional capacity to the now 1,650t machine.
Operator Champion
Volvo CE organised the first-of-its-kind construction equipment operator competition to equip the operators with the required skill sets.
Construction enabler
India is on a fast track to develop world-class infrastructure in the country. Commencing with road sector wherein a construction speed of 40 km a day has already been achieved, plans are afloat to take it to 100 km a day. Similar traction has begun in other construction sectors like canals and more will follow.
Robert Bosch inaugurates new testing laboratory
Robert Bosch Engineering and Business Solutions (RBEI), inaugurated a new reliability testing laboratory in Naganathapura, Bengaluru. The lab offers state-of-the-art infrastructure, equipment and resources to deliver high-quality ECU testing solutions.
Aiming for New Heights
Sany has made its presence felt in Indian construction equipment market with its quality range of equipment. Be it excavators, cranes, or concrete equipment, Sany has created a niche market in India. In its 15 years of service to Indian market, Sany has become the market leader in crane business.
Robert Bosch inaugurates new testing laboratory
Robert Bosch Engineering and Business Solutions (RBEI), inaugurated a new reliability testing laboratory in Naganathapura, Bengaluru. The lab offers state-of-the-art infrastructure, equipment and resources to deliver high-quality ECU testing solutions. The services of the laboratory can be availed by any organisation who wants their ECUs tested for reliability.
CE Concepts will Change the Way
Volvo CE unveiled prototypes of furistic concepts, at the recently held Xploration Forum in Sweden to drive sustainability and change in industry.Volvo Construction ÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼ (Volvo CE) showcased a range of futuristic concepts and innovations during the impressive Xploration Forum organised at their Customer
SDLG joins hands with WWF
To renew its commitment to environmental protection, Shandong Lingong Construction Machinery Co, Ltd (Lingong), has signed a global partnership agreement with the WWF in Yunfu
SDLG joins hands with WWF
To renew its commitment to environmental protection, Shandong Lingong Construction Machinery Co, Ltd (Lingong), signed a global partnership agreement with the WWF in Yunfu, Guangdong province prior to the official launch of the Top Driver campaign in the city.
Rolling On Smoothly
Bearings are an integral part of equipment which increase efficiency by reducing friction, while maintaining the operational requirements. In this fast moving age of industrialisation, efficiency is the key to success. Construction equipment operates in very demanding environments
New Generation Mining Solutions
As Indian economy continues to grow from strength to strength, significant investments are being made to improve the much needed infrastructure of the construction and the mining industries
?Zero-Incident? Construction Sites
The Indian Construction ÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±¼Ç¼ (CE) industry is going through a growth phase. It is evolving faster compared to a decade ago. With the new government approach being high on governance, their initiatives have opened doors to new and multiple infrastructure projects.
Customer in Focus
LiuGongs Pithampur plant, the first construction equipment (CE) manufacturing unit in India with 100 per cent FDI, is on track to become a leading manufacturer of CE in the country.
Leadership Through Innovation
Volvo Trucks entered the Indian commercial vehicle (CV) industry 17 years ago with a clear goal, to drive the change. The company focused on the mining transportation segment in India and realised that our brand promise was more relevant than ever before.
A New Seal Material on the Sunny Side
One of the harshest elements is the sun and its ultra-violet (UV) rays can have a highly deteriorating effect on sealing materials reducing seal life significantly. This can lead to frequent maintenance requirements and extended downtime, impacting the productivity of manufacturers and operators.
Long Distance Concrete Pumping
HCC is executing Sainj Hydroelectric Project which is a run of the river development on river Sainj - a tributary of River Beas in Kullu District of Himachal Pradesh
Spline Shafts
Aar Kumar & Co manufactures, supplies, and trades a broad array of spline shafts. These shafts are manufactured following the OEM standards.
Tough Drives for Fast Climbers
STROS has been working with NORD Drivesystems as its single-source drive supplier for more than 15 years. STROS, the largest manufacturer of construction hoists in the Czech Republic
We are keen to have machines with reputed past and best technology
We conduct enough field tests and other evaluations of the equipment before going full fledged introduction, says SP Rajan, Head - P&M RREC, L&T Construction
The K-Way
With a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and well -defined work practices, Komatsu India (KIPL) has created a niche for itself in its domain. A Special feature on the construction and mining equipment major?s Chennai manufacturing facility.
Truck Air Springs for Extreme Temperatures
The temperature resistance requirements of air spring systems are becoming increasingly stringent. Extreme temperatures in particular present major challenges for developers and manufacturers. Extremes impose high requirements on vehicle components
We plan to launch more centres in south and west of India
Saurabh Goyal, CEO, ThinkLink ThinkLink focuses on two most important aspects of operations - safety and productivity. Historically, both these have been thought to be mutually exclusive, but we firmly believe these go hand-in-hand