Our April issue contains COVER STORY: Excavators Ready to Ride the Slump - The shrinking market and intense competition have forced OEMs to focus more on value additions. Agith G Antony takes a peek at the prevailing trends. VIEWS from AM Muralidharan, President, Volvo CE India, Ajay Shankar, Country Manager, Caterpillar India, Rohit Punjabi, Asst Director (Strategy & Marketing), LiuGong India many key persons from industry. EX200LC Super Series - Hitachi’s original optimum hydraulic system, at the core of the EX200LC Super, allows for easy, smooth and swift combined operations. FEAURE: Looking at a Big Boom - EQUIPMENT INDIA trains its spotlight on the latest trends in the boom pumps market. VIEWS from Parminder Gabri, Sales Director, Putzmeister Concrete Machines, Samar Ghoshdastidar, Technical Director, Simplex Infrastructures, VG Sakthikumar, Wholetime Director – Operations, Schwing Stetter India, Rajesh Kawoor, Vice-president (Concrete Business), Universal Construction Machinery & Equipment. FOCUS: Waiting for the Turnaround - The wheel loader segment hopes a turnaround with the anticipated opening up of the mining sector and new projects in the road sector. END-USER TALK: On Fast Track with Cat® 320D & Fully Loaded with Trust, Value and Service. SPECIAL REPORT: Innovations and Insights. SITE REPORT: Yamuna Expressway and many more features...

Cover story: 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.
Feature: Excon 2019: The South Asia’s largest construction equipment exhibition is expected to bring optimism to the industry. Exhibitors speak on the market scenario and plans at Excon. 
CASH Special Focus: Emission Compliance: Embracing the next level emission regulations is expected to be tough for the engine and equipment OEMs considering technology upgradations and need for adequate skill development among the users in the industry.

Also, Reports, Interviews, Case Studies, Product Launches, Technology and more…

Cover story: Equipment India Awards 2019: The 7th Annual Equipment India Awards 2019 recognised and rewarded the top performers of Indian construction equipment industry.
Event Reports: Construction Global Awards 2019; India Construction Festival 2019
Feature: Mining Equipment: 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. 
CASH Special Focus: Undercarriage Parts: Undercarriages and parts are important components in track-mounted equipment for the mobility of the equipment.

Also, Reports, Interviews, Case Studies, Product Launches, Technology and more…

Cover story: Road Equipment: In spite of the current lull in road construction activities, with the help of the government’s corrective measures and the amount of projects planned to execute in the coming years, the road equipment market will have a great period in the years to come.

Views: ACE,CASE India, JCB India, L&T Construction & MiningMachinery, Schwing Stetter India,Wirtgen India
Feature: Tunnel Boring Machines: Use of tunnel boring machines is on the rise with many metro rail projects are now put these machines on job while a few water and gas pipeline projects are already in use. The use is going to increase in the coming years with many new projects are in the pipeline.
Special Feature: Mining Scenario: 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.
CASH Special Focus: Lubricants: As the world’s third-largest and fastest growing lubricant market, India is growing further with new opportunities for industrial lubricants. More infrastructure developments and growth in manufacturing in the coming years will see more demand for industrial lubricants.


Also, Reports, Interviews, Case Studies, Product Launches, Technology and more…

Cover story: Backhoe Loaders: In spite of the current economic slowdown in the market, backhoe loaders are here to stay on top of the equipment value chain to support the infrastructure growth of the country.
Views: ACE, CASE India, Doosan Bobcat, Escorts CE, JCB India, Mahindra CE, Off-Highway Research, Tata Hitachi
Feature: Tower Cranes: Choosing a tower crane is increasingly about safety and productivity features, as customers seek to lift more with less power or with lower end models, upgrade to a higher capacity more economically, and safely use multiple cranes at space-constrained project sites. 
Views: ACE, Escorts CE, Liebherr India, Omkar Realtors, Ozone Group, Schwing Stetter, Terex Tower Cranes, Uniqcore Constructions India   
Focus: Trenchless Technologies: The Indian trenchless industry assisted by international counterparts has now evolved trenchless code of practices that helps in charting the proper course of action. Dr Niranjan Swarup writes on the recent developments.
CASH Special Focus: Filters for CE Applications: The market for hydraulic filtration is expected to grow in the future due to demand from the infrastructure sector and to meet the upcoming emission regulations next year.

Also, Event Reports, News Reports, Interviews, Case Studies, Product Launches and more…


Cover story: Crushers and Screens: Fragmented aggregate mining, as well as issues related to regulations and liquidity, are threatening the growth of the crushing and screening equipment segment in India. Progressive policy steps and modern technologies are needed for the sustainable growth of the segment.
Views: Gainwell Commosales, Schwing Stetter India, Terex, Thyssenkrupp Industries India, Voltas, Wirtgen  
Feature: Wheel Loaders: With the construction activity picking up and mining operations reviving in India, new opportunities are knocking at the doors of the wheel loader market. Providing modern technologies at competitive prices and reliable after-market services will be the key to success for wheel loader OEMs.  
Views: Larsen & Toubro, LiuGong India, Schwing Stetter India, SDLG 
Focus: Mobile Compressors: The portable air compressor market is growing consistently in the past couple of years, which is to continue in the coming years as well with most of the application markets are picking up.
CASH Special Focus: Hydraulic Hose & Fittings: The hose and fittings are key components in hydraulic equipment as they together act as a channel for transmission of fluid power in the system. Construction equipment buyers are focusing on leak-free solutions to minimise operational cost and improve productivity.
Views: Gates India, Parker Hannifin India, Uniflex

Also, Special Report, Interviews, Case Studies, Product Launches, Technology and more…

Cover story: Mobile Cranes: The mobile cranes market is expected to grow at a rate of 10-15 per cent for the next 2-3 years. While pick-and-carry cranes are moving towards higher capacity multi-application range, heavy-duty mobile cranes are seeing more demand in infrastructure sector.
Views: ACE, B&R Industrial Automation, CERA, Liebherr, Schwing Stetter, TIL  
Feature: Mini Construction Equipment: With the growth drivers of urban and rural infrastructure markets opening up, mini construction equipment segment is looking for a renewed growth in the coming years.  
Views: Atlas Copco, CASE, Doosan Bobcat, JCB  
Focus: Underground Mining Equipment: The evolution of digital technologies and automation, and the adoption of technologically advanced equipment are transforming the underground mining operations safe and productive.
Views: Caterpillar Global Mining, Epiroc Mining India, Hindustan Zinc, Komatsu Mining India   
CASH Special Focus: Bearings for CE Applications: The growth journey of the construction and infrastructure sector is to continue with the new government focusing on the infrastructure development once again. In this scenario, the bearing manufacturers are optimistic on the market growth.
Views: CCTY Bearing India, Kavitsu Transmission, NTN Bearings India, Shaeffler India, Timken India

Also, Interviews, Case Studies, Product Launches, Technology and more…

Cover story: Hydraulic Excavators: Hydraulic excavator OEMs have introduced matching technologies for the optimum performance of their machines. Equipment India is exploring the various technologies and practices that help optimum utilisation of hydraulic excavators. Views: Doosan Bobcat, Hyundai Construction Equipment, L&T Construction and Mining Machinery Business, Off-Highway Research, Sany Heavy Industry, Tata Hitachi Construction Machinery Co  
Feature: Warehousing Equipment: Warehousing and logistics sector is growing faster with the introduction of GST and giving infrastructure status to logistics. Warehousing and material handling equipment players are gearing up to meet the emerging demand for advanced equipment from the industry. Views: Godrej Material Handling, Jungheinrich Lift Truck India, KAUP India Material Handling, KION India, 
CASH Special Focus: Hydraulic Motors: With the demand growing for better performance in mobile hydraulic equipment, the hydraulic motor manufacturers are focusing on added features and technologies in their product range.

Also, Guest Column, Interviews, Case Studies, Product Launches, Technology and more…


Cover story: Concrete Equipment: Concrete requirement in various forms of construction are going to increase in the future with a slew of projects are in the pipeline in real estate, roads and highways, bridges, metro, ports and airports and so on. The need for varied concrete equipment to meet the demands from these projects is abundant. Views: Putzmeister, Ajax Engineering, Sunbeam Infra Equipment, Wirtgen India  
Feature: Construction Hoists: An anticipated growth in high-rise constructions is going to drive the demand for advanced construction hoists in the coming years. Views: 
CASH Special Focus: Attachments: Attachments are the wise choice to achieve economy and productivity in a project. However, choosing the right attachment for the right application is imperative for the successful and optimum utilisation. Views: DOZCO, Epiroc Mining, Fine Equipments, MB India

Also, Interviews, Case Studies, Product Launches, Technology and more…

Cover story: Motor Graders: The growth of motor grader market is expected to pick up in the coming years with the use is spreading across the rural road projects as well as in highways.
Views: B&R Industrial Automation, CASE India, Doosan Bobcat India, LiuGong India, Mahindra CE, SDLG, Schwing Stetter India  
Feature: Pavers: With huge amount of roads and highways under development, road equipment such as pavers see a great future ahead.  
Interaction: Pekka Vauramo, President & CEO, Metso Corporation, and Markku Simula, President, Aggregates Equipment, Metso Minerals Inc     
CASH Special Focus: Diesel Engines: Diesel engines manufacturers see great opportunities ahead with more electronics, new after-treatment solutions and technologies such as SCR in the wake of new emission regulations. Views: Cooper Corporation, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries - VST Diesel Engines, Volvo Penta 
Also, Case Studies, Interviews, Product Launches, Technology and more…


Cover story: Tipper Trucks: Government’s continued focus on infrastructure spending and construction activities is expected to drive the demand for tipper trucks in the coming years. The trend will be moving from basic economic trucks to higher tonnage value products. Views: Tata Motors, VECV, Volvo Trucks, ICRA
Feature: Port Equipment: Ports sector in India is gaining momentum with steadily growing cargo traffic and the infrastructure development continuing at various ports. Views: Cargotec India, SANY, TIL
Focus: Crawler Cranes: In spite of the lagging demand from heavy lift applications for crawler cranes, the demand for medium capacity lift applications from the ongoing infrastructure development projects is expected to drive the market for crawler cranes. Views: Bhoir Group, Liebherr India, JNK Lifters, Shethia Erectors & Material Handlers,       
CASH Special Focus: Hydraulic Cylinders: Growth in off-highway equipment market is a demand-driver of hydraulic cylinders for mobile applications.
Also, Interviews, Case Studies, Product Launches, Technology and more…

Cover story: Skid-steer Loaders: In spite of the vast opportunities, skid-steer loaders are still looking for a level-playing field in the Indian market. Awareness, local manufacturing, operator training coupled with policy support will steer the growth of this compact equipment segment. Views: CASE, Doosan Bobcat, ACE
Feature: Aerial Work Platforms: Aerial work platforms (AWPs) are the means of working at height safely. However, use of AWPs in India is still limited to only a few projects and is picking up slowly. Views: Haulotte, Schwing Stetter, Mtandt, Atlas Simulation
CASH Special Focus: Digitalisation: With the growing need for real-time monitoring and control of equipment fleet and operations, use of digital technologies in equipment operations and maintenance is gaining more traction.  
Views: B&R Industrial Automation, Kloudq Technologies, Trimble

Also, Interviews, Case Studies, Product Launches, Reports, Technology and more…

Cover story: Earthmoving Equipment: This Cover story elaborates on how earthmoving equipment OEMs are reaching out to the needs of infrastructure development through new solutions and effective after-market services. 
Views: CASE, L&T, LiuGong, Mahindra, Tata Hitachi, Volvo CE
Feature: bauma CONEXPO INDIA 2018: An elaborate report on the construction equipment event held in December 2018 with major happenings at the expo and exhibitors’ views on the market outlook.
Guest Column: Sushant Sarin, EVP – Commercial Lines & Reinsurance, Tata AIG General Insurance Co, explains the importance of contractor plant and machinery (CPM) insurance in construction equipment segment.
Interaction: Neil Woodfin, Brand Leader, Construction Equipment, CNH Industrial - Asia-Pacific
Interaction: Vepul Kaisar, Managing Director, Deutz Engines (India)
Also, Reports, Interviews, Case Studies, Product Launches, Technology and more…

Cover story: Equipment Pulse: Construction equipment plays a vital role in the execution of infrastructure projects in an efficient and productive way. Stake holders of the construction market describe the scenario of the construction equipment industry.
Special Feature: bauma CONEXPO INDIA 2018: The fifth edition of bauma CONEXPO INDIA is expected to be bigger in number of exhibitors and exhibiting area, compared to last edition. Exhibitors talk on the industry scenario and the plans at the exhibition.
Special Focus: Trenchless Technology: The role of standards is quite important in the context of Indian trenchless projects. Dr Niranjan Swarup explains the needs for standards that suit Indian conditions and the future directions in this regard.
Equipment Finance: DK Vyas, CEO, Srei Equipment Finance explains the market outlook for construction equipment financing in India.
CASH Special Focus: Market outlook: Market analyses paint a rosy picture of infrastructure sector in India with a lot of projects are taking off. This will require a lot of construction equipment, which will further boost the components market growth in future.  

Also, Interviews, Case Studies, Product Launches, Technology and more…

Cover story: EQUIPMENT INDIA Awards 2018: Top performers of Indian construction equipment industry recognised at the 6th Annual EQUIPMENT INDIA Awards 2018 in New Delhi.
Feature: Compactors: Compactor manufacturers in India are looking for an upward swing in requirement after the government setting a target of 45 km per day of highway construction, coupled with a revival in rural roads construction. Views: CASE India, Escorts, JCB India, L&T Construction and Mining Machinery, Volvo CE, Wirtgen India
Focus: Motor Graders: With more focus on quality and speed in construction projects, motor grader market is looking for a revival as customized small size graders are being used in rural road projects. Views: LiuGong, Mahindra Construction Equipment, SDLG India  
Special Feature: Equipment Rental: The construction equipment rental market in India is still small compared to other equipment markets worldwide. Satin Sachdeva, Founder & Secretary General, Construction Equipment Rental Association (CERA) sheds light on the realities of the market in India and steps needed for the development of the rental market.   
Special Focus: Trenchless Technology: Dr Niranjan Swarup, Director General, Indian Society for Trenchless Technology, elaborates on the challenges and issues of trenchless applications in India, and the solutions to overcome these challenges.
CASH Special Focus: Equipment Hydraulics: Going forward, the focus is expected to be a combination of hydraulics and electronics that will deliver smarter products with a mix of the intelligence of electronics and the power density of hydraulics.

Also, Interviews, Case Studies, Product Launches, Technology and more…

Cover story: Mining Equipment Trends: Mining sector in India is looking for a turnaround with policy support from government and progressive steps taken by the mining majors.
Focus: Trenchless Technology: On account of several benefits, trenchless technology is becoming the first choice in many construction projects. Dr Niranjan Swarup elaborates more on the importance, benefits and demand trends of this technology.   
Preview: Equipment India Awards: The Annual Equipment India Awards is here once again. A preview of the awards, to be held on October 25 in New Delhi.  
CASH Special Focus: Lubricants: Industrial lubricants play a major role in improving the operational efficiency productivity of an equipment. Currently, the demand is for thinner lubricants that provide longer oil drain intervals.
...also, Interviews, Case Studies, Product Launches, Reports, Technology and more.

Cover story: Port Equipment: Port equipment segment is looking positive with the port expansion projects underway at various Indian ports. While major ports are getting some face lift under the Sagarmala programme, non-major ports are acquiring new equipment and are expanding their facilities.
Feature: Portable Power Solution: Portable air compressors have major applications in mining, quarrying and water well segments. With activities picking up in these segments, portable air power segment is expected to see good growth in the coming days.   
Feature Interview: Nitin Lall, General Manager, Power Technique Customer Center, Atlas Copco (India) Ltd
Ramesh Ponnuswami, Executive Director, Elgi Equipments Ltd
Focus: Industrial Cranes: Industrial cranes market is now back on growth path after a slowdown in the past. Growth in manufacturing and engineering sectors and a positive trend in infrastructure sector is expected to augment the demand for industrial cranes.  
Focus Interview: Tushar Mehendale, Managing Director, ElectroMech Material Handling Systems (India) Pvt Ltd
Special Feature: Bengaluru an Emerging CE hub: With major construction equipment (CE) players expanding base in and around Bengaluru, the city is emerging as a major hub in India for construction equipment. 
Interaction: Sandeep Singh, Managing Director, Tata Hitachi Construction Machinery Company
Special Interview: Deepankar Banerjee, CEO, ExxonMobil Lubricants
CASH Special Focus: Filtration Solution: Filtration technology is developing further with new materials and solutions being introduced to meet the emerging demands.
CASH Special Focus Interview: MB Sahni, Chairman-cum-Managing Director, and KD Sahni, Vice Chairman-cum-Joint Managing Director, Elofic Industries Ltd
...also, Case Studies, Product Launches, Reports, and more.


Cover story: Crushers & Screens: Crushers and screens market is poised for a demand boom with the focus shifting towards higher capacity machines to meet the growing aggregate requirements. However, environment regulations related to quarrying and mining are slowing down the growth pace of crushers and screens market. Views: Feedback Consulting, MB India, TIL, Voltas, Wirtgen India.
Feature: Bulk Material Handling: Developments in the mining and ports segments are driving the demand for efficient material handling equipment with long lasting performance. Views: Orissa Stevedores, Ripley Group, ROLLWELL Conveyor Components.
Focus: Tower Cranes: Tower cranes market is now on revival path, which was going through a bad patch till recently. A steady growth of real estate market could see a further momentum in tower crane market. Views: ACE, Liebherr India, Manitowoc Cranes, Schwing Stetter Sales and Services, B L Kashyap and Sons.
Focus: Interview: Mayank Pundir, Country Head-Tower Cranes, ACE.
Interaction: Vinod Sahay, CEO – Mahindra Truck and Bus Division, Mahindra Construction Equipment Division, Mahindra & Mahindra
CASH Special Focus: Hydraulic Hose & Fittings: With OEMs are focusing on fuel efficiency and productivity, hydraulic hose and fittings need to be lighter, more flexible and easier to handle. Views: Eaton, Gates India, Parker Hannifin India
CASH Special Focus Interview: Shandar Alam, Managing Director – Hydraulics and Vehicle, India, Eaton
CASH Special Focus Interview: Sriram Venkatraman, General Manager, Fluid Connectors Group, Parker Hannifin India
CASH Interaction: Harsha Kadam, Industrial President, Schaeffler India

...also, Case Studies, Product Launches, Reports, and more.

Cover story: Mobile Cranes: While mobile cranes market in India is dominated by pick-and-carry cranes, heavy duty mobile cranes market is picking up gradually to meet the growing demands from big infrastructure projects. Views: Off-Highway Research, Escorts Construction Equipment, TIL, Construction Equipment Rental Association, Cranesafe Technologies.

Feature: Skill Development: Anand Sundaresan, Chairman, Infrastructure Equipment Skill Council (IESC) explains the market realities in construction equipment operator training and the way forward.  
Interviews: JCB India, L&T Construction & Mining Machinery, Wirtgen India

Interaction: Ghananeel Molankar, Divisional Head – Construction Machinery, Liebherr India

CASH Special Focus: Bearings: Bearings for construction and mining applications have seen innovative developments in the recent times. With the construction and mining equipment market is growing, the momentum of innovation in bearings is to pick up in the coming days. Views: Timken India, Kavitsu Group of Industries, CCTY Bearing India, NTN Bearings India

...also, Case Studies, Product Launches, Report, Technology, and more.

Cover story: Hydraulic Excavators: With the demand for excavators growing in the market, OEMs are introducing new features to increase efficiency and productivity. Views: Liugong India, Volvo CE, Sumer Group.  

Feature: Warehousing Equipment: Policy initiatives such as introduction of GST and giving infrastructure status to logistics have created new avenues for the growth of warehousing equipment.  
Views: Godrej MHE, IndoSpace, Jungheinrich Lift Truck, KION India

Focus: Foundation Equipment: Foundation equipment segment is back on action with a lot of equipment busy at various project sites across the country. Views: MAIT India Foundation Equipment, Suretech Infrastructure

CASH Special Focus: Hydraulic Motors: Hydraulic motor manufacturers are coming out with new improved designs that enable better efficiency and productivity for the machines. Views: Eaton, Poclain Hydraulics

...also, Case Studies, Interviews, Product Launches, Special Report, Technology, and more.



Cover story: Concrete Batching Plants: The growing construction activities are driving the requirement for more concrete. This is expected to push the demand for batching plants. Views: Schwing Stetter India, Ajax Fiori, B L Kashyap & Sons.  

Feature: Concrete Boom Pumps: The market for concrete boom pumps is on the rise with the consistent growth of the construction of high rise buildings and bridges.  
CASH Special Focus: Attachments: Growing redevelopment projects and new construction projects are going to drive demand for attachments. Views: DOZCO, Epiroc Mining, Mahindra Construction Equipment

...also, Case Studies, Interviews, Product Launches, Report, Technology, and more.

Cover story: Asphalt Plants: New road projects and airport expansion projects are expected to create considerable demand for asphalt plants. With projects are getting bigger, the focus is now shifting from batch to continuous plants. Views: TIL, Nilang Asphalt Equipments, L&T Construction.  

Feature: Asphalt Pavers: Asphalt paver market is growing in India in numbers and quality with more and more contractors are shifting towards sensor pavers from mechanical pavers. Views: Wirtgen India, Volvo CE. 

Focus: Equipment Finance: The construction equipment finance market is on a growth path, considering the demand growth for construction equipment in the coming years. Views: Srei Equipment Finance, Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services

CASH Special Focus: Diesel Engines: The diesel engine market is looking forward to a steady growth in the coming days. Views: Volvo Penta, DEUTZ Engines, Greaves Cotton.

...also, Guest Column, Interviews, Report, Technology, and more.



Cover story: Equipment India Awards: Outstanding performers of India’s infrastructure equipment sector were once again honoured in 15 different categories at the 5th Annual Equipment India Awards and CEO Forum.    

Feature: Backhoe Loaders: With the infrastructure market is picking up, backhoe loaders are back in action, as new features and innovations being added to increase efficiency and productivity. Views: JCB India, CASE India, Mahindra CE. 

Focus: Aerial Work Platforms: Introduction of aerial work platforms has made it easy for workers perform well without any risk of falling, leading to timely completion of the work with higher productivity. View: Haulotte India, Mtandt Group, ABC Infra Equipment

Interaction: Sandeep Singh, Managing Director, Tata Hitachi Construction Machinery Co.

Special Report: Budget 2018-19: Budget 2018-19 presented by the Union Finance Minister has once again focused on infrastructure and rural development.
CASH Special Focus: Machine Control Technologies: Control technologies in infrastructure equipment are picking up fast with more infrastructure and construction projects are emerging and the execution period and quality norms are getting stringent. Views: Moba Mobile Automation, Enovation Controls, ifm electronic India.

...also, Interviews, Technology, Safety and more.

Cover story: Tipper Trucks: The tipper truck market is gearing up for an upward performance in sales and technology adoption. Improved mining and construction activities will drive this trend, going forward. Views: Mahindra & Mahindra, Daimler India Commercial Vehicles, Tata Motors, VE Commercial Vehicles.   

Feature: Skid Steer Loaders: With its compact size and versatile application features, skid steer loader has all the possibilities to become a popular equipment in the Indian construction industry.  Views: JCB India, Caterpillar India

Interaction: Vivek Hajela, General Manager and Head - Construction Equipment Business, Larsen & Toubro Ltd.

CASH Special Focus: Transmission Systems: With technological advancements, there are going to be a lot of innovations in the field of transmission systems for construction equipment. Views: Bonfiglioli Transmissions, ZF India
...also, Interviews, Report, Technology, Guest Column and more.

Cover story: Earthmoving Equipment: Being the largest group of machines engaged in the infrastructure development activities, earthmoving equipment sees increased demand in future.   

Special Report: Excon 2017: The recently concluded Excon 2017 saw the reflection of revived optimism in the construction equipment industry. Also see the interviews, product launches and photo feature for a complete overview of the exhibition. 

Focus: ELGi Equipments - All Set to Leapfrog: From a position of being number seven currently, ELGi Equipments aims to become the second largest compressor manufacturer globally, in a decade.
CASH Special Focus: OTR Tyres: Growth in construction and mining, and increased handling activities in ports and warehousing sector drive the demands OTR tyres.

...also, Interviews, Report, Technology and more.

Cover story: Productivity Parameters: Employing the right equipment for the right application is important in its productive utilisation. So, it is imperative to follow the productivity parameters while selecting an equipment.   

Special Focus: Excon 2017 Curtain Raiser: The revived optimism in the construction equipment industry is expected to lead Excon 2017 towards the peak of success. Views from exhibitors on their aspirations and plans at Excon.

Training: Scaling up skills: 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.
CASH Special Focus: Telematics in CE: Telematics in construction equipment is such a technology that costs less on investment, but more in returns.

...also, Guest Column, Interviews, Case Study, Technology and more



Cover story: Mining Equipment: With improved coal output and an anticipated momentum in iron ore and other minerals mining, the mining equipment segment sees some revival in its prospects in the short to medium term. Views: Joy Global, Volvo CE, Bevcon Wayors, Volvo Trucks, ICRA.   

Focus: Blast-free Mining: Blasting method used in mining can be dangerous in mines closer to inhabited locations. Abhinay Hatewar explains the advantages of blast-free mining over the blasting method in mining.

Interaction: Y Srinivas Reddy, Managing Director, Bevcon Wayors Pvt Ltd;
Sanu George, Business Head, SDLG India

CASH Special Focus: Lubricants in Mining: Lubricant manufacturers are positive on the demand for technologically advanced products that can help the mining equipment meet the demands of productivity and operational efficiency.

Special Report: Construction World Annual Awards 2017: Top performers of Indian construction sector were recognised at a glittering award ceremony held in Mumbai.

...also, Case Study, Technology and more.

Cover story: Compactors: Compaction equipment market in India is growing further with more technologically advanced intelligent machines are being introduced into the market. Views: CASE India, Escorts, JCB India, Wirtgen India.   

Feature: Motor Graders: Motor graders have seen unprecedented growth in the past couple of years, which is expected to continue in the coming years as well with road projects continue to grow. Views: LeeBoy India, CASE India, Schwing Stetter India.

Focus: Mini Equipment: Mini construction equipment have become an important category in the present construction market with a lot of equipment minis performing in the last mile activities and in difficult to reach areas. Views: Atlas Copco, Jaypee India

Special Focus: Equipment Hydraulics: Upgraded components and integrated electronics in hydraulics will deliver better efficiency to the equipment and will take hydraulic equipment to the next level. Views: Apar Industries, Eaton, Mahindra & Mahindra 

Interaction: Mitul Dave, Managing Director, CCTY India

Report: Terratec TBMs at Mumbai Metro site: Seven TBMs from Terratec will be at work for the Mumbai Metro’s Line 3 underground corridor.

...also, Case Study, Technology and more.

Cover story: Port Equipment: 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. Views: Cargotec India, Sany India  

Feature: Warehousing Equipment: Warehousing equipment sector is at the cusp of further growth due to an expected demand for bigger and taller warehousing set-ups in the coming years. Views: Godrej MHE, JCB India, Jungheinrich Lift Truck India

Focus: Portable Power: Portable air compressor players are aligning with the construction and mining segment demands for productive and technologically upgraded machines. Views: Atlas Copco, ELGi Equipments

Special Focus: Filtration Solution: A filter helps maintain the engine and equipment life by removing the smallest of dirt particles from the fuel.
Interaction: Souma Ray, Director, Haulotte India; Sanjeev Bhatia, Partner, Vashi Electricals
Special Report: Smart Cities Conference on Surveillance and Safety: Smart Cities Council India and Western Digital recently co-hosted two round-table conferences in Mumbai and Bengaluru to lay emphasis upon surveillance and safety in smart cities.


...also, Case Study, Safety, Technology and more.

Cover story: Crushers & Screens: Restrictions on quarries in certain regions have forced other quarry operators to enhance production of aggregates to meet the demand. Installing bigger capacity crushers is the emerging scenario in the quarrying segment.

 Views: MB India, Taurian Engineering, thyssenkrupp, TIL, Wirtgen.  
 
Feature: Equipment Finance: The growth in construction activities and construction equipment market is expected to drive the prospects of equipment finance in future.

 Views: Srei Equipment Finance, Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services, Shriram Automall

CASH Special Focus: Hydraulic Hoses & Fittings: A perfect combination of hydraulic hose and fitting will aid a leak-proof system that improves the efficiency of an equipment. 

Views: Eaton, Gates India.

Interaction: Pratik Gokhale, Director – Sales and Marketing, AKSH Manufacturing Pvt Ltd

Technology: Adaptive working lighting: The adaptive working lighting and remote control key in the XPower wheel loaders help in safe and productive operations.

...also, Case Study, Previews, Reports, Safety, Training, Movers & Shakers and more.

Cover story: Heavy-duty Mobile Cranes: The heavy mobile cranes market has come out of a sluggish performance in the past few years and is moving towards growth, thanks to the new momentum in manufacturing and infrastructure segments. Views: JNK Lifters, Liebherr India, Manitowoc Cranes, Shethia Erectors and Material Handlers, TIL.

Feature: Pick-and-carry cranes: Samir Bansal, General Manager-India, Off-Highway Research, writes on the current market for pick-and-carry cranes.

Interview: Anil Bhatia, Vice President - Sales & Marketing, TIL Ltd

Focus: Making of Dhola-Sadiya Bridge: Dr Ir PV Chandramohan, President (Technical), Navayuga Engineering Company Ltd, shares his experiences and challenges faced during the erection of Dhola-Sadiya bridge.

Special Focus: Bearings: With an increased construction activity in the country, a better movement of bearings is expected in future. 

Views: Kavitsu Group, Timken India Ltd, Pensol Industries Ltd, Tide Water Oil Company (India) Ltd

Interaction: Akhil Jha, Chief Technology Officer, Shell Lubricants India; Teng Seen Khoo, President - East Asia & India, Gates Corporation and Rajesh C. Bhandari, Managing Director, Gates India; Angelo Noronha, President – Emerging Markets, ATC Tires Pvt Ltd

Report: Excon 2017 Launch: The forthcoming Excon 2017 event is expected to attract more than 1,000 exhibitors.

...also, Case Study, Reports, Technology, End-user Talk, Movers & Shakers and more.

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EQUIPMENT INDIA is India’s first and only magazine for the infrastructure equipment industry. It successfully addresses the needs of information of the infrastructure equipment industry. It is the most specialized source of information for Contractors, Manufacturers, Dealers, Purchasers and the end users. It equips them with information to make easier and more profitable purchase decisions. 
Readership: Executives, Managers, Technical heads, Fleet operators, Procurement heads, Maintenance department heads & Purchase Heads from - Construction equipment Manufacturers and Dealers, Construction & Infrastructure Companies, Lubricants, Rental companies, Manufacturers of equipment accessories, components & attachments, OEM suppliers, Equipment finance companies, Service managers, Spare parts manufacturers & suppliers, etc. 
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