India's access equipment market is early-innings—and that is our greatest opportunity, writes Shailesh Waghmare. “Customers are no longer buying equipment in isolation—they’re buying solutions to complex, site-specific challenges. That requires us to think beyond the machine itself.” - Shailesh Waghmare, President – Equipment Sales, MTandT Rentals Limited. When we look at India's Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) market today, we see something that many in our industry per… Read More

BKT to showcase advanced Off-Highway Tyre solutions at bauma ConExpo India 2026. As infrastructure development accelerates across India, productivity, equipment uptime, and operational efficiency have become defining priorities for the construction and mining industries. Against this backdrop, Balkrishna Industries Ltd. (BKT), one of the leading tyre manufacturers in the Off-Highway industry, will showcase a portfolio of advanced tyre solutions specifically engineered to help customers navig… Read More

Trident is committed to developing application-specific solutions that drive continuous uptime, optimize asset productivity, and drive down overall equipment lifecycle costs, writes Shyam Gyanani. “As construction and mining fleets move toward larger, higher-capacity and more technologically advanced equipment, Trident’s product portfolio is evolving alongside them.” - Shyam Gyanani, Founder and Managing Director, Trident International P Ltd. Trident is showcasing its range of ap… Read More

Construction Equipment manufactured by Hyundai CE is designed to meet evolving customer requirements while delivering improved productivity, efficiency, and performance across diverse operating conditions, writes Anand Dulariya. “The display will also feature the SMART PLUS range and the all-new SMART X Plus Series, including 20-tonne excavators, mini excavators, and wheel loaders developed specifically for applications such as quarrying and rural infrastructure.” - Anand Dulariya… Read More

With globally proven ELBA technology, Ammann India is delivering concrete batching solutions that combine productivity, precision, and reliability.India’s infrastructure sector is entering a transformative phase. With ambitious investments in highways, metros, airports, industrial corridors, renewable energy projects and urban development, the demand for high-quality concrete continues to rise. According to the National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP), infrastructure investments exceeding INR 111… Read More

The machines that FRED India Private Limited offers its customers in India positions it not just as equipment suppliers, but as technology partners. “Our equipment increasingly features IoT capabilities, predictive maintenance systems, and fleet management solutions that help contractors optimize productivity and reduce operating costs.” - Vishwesh Rai, General Manager – Sales, FRED India Private Limited. The demand for asphalt plants and pavers in India is growing right now. H… Read More

Ammann India provides contractors with one of the most comprehensive paving portfolios in the industry. India is building roads at an unprecedented scale. From greenfield expressways and economic corridors to airport runways, industrial parks, and smart cities, today’s infrastructure projects demand faster execution, superior ride quality, and longer pavement life. While asphalt mix quality is critical, the performance of the paver ultimately determines the smoothness, density, and durabil… Read More

Robbins India is driving the future of underground infrastructure with its advanced tunnelling solutions. As India continues to expand its urban transit networks, water conveyance systems, hydropower projects, and underground infrastructure, the demand for safe, efficient, and technologically advanced tunnelling solutions has never been greater. Supporting this growth is Robbins India, part of the globally renowned Robbins Group, a company with over 70 years of tunnelling expertise and near… Read More

Kavita Shirvaikar writes about Patel Engineering’s fleet of equipment for underground construction. “The transition from conventional excavation to high-speed, data-driven tunnelling has drastically reshaped our fleet capabilities. By integrating cutting-edge technology into our equipment, we maximize utilization and safely compress tight project timelines.” - Kavita Shirvaikar, Managing Director, Patel Engineering. As a pioneering EPC player with over seven decades of exp… Read More

EXEN CR-Series High Frequency Pneumatic Vibrators are the trusted solution for Tunnel Gantry and Tunnel Segment manufacturing. Modern metro rail, highway, railway, utility, and underwater tunnel projects depend on precast concrete tunnel segments for structural integrity and long-term durability. These segments are expected to perform reliably for decades under groundwater pressure, dynamic loads, harsh environmental conditions, and continuous operational demands. While advanced design and… Read More

EEPL has emerged as a trusted leader in the design, fabrication and erection of tunnel formwork for transport, water, and hydraulic tunnels. Established in 2002, Eurostar Engineering Pvt. Ltd. has built a strong reputation through its associations with CIFA and CM Lafer. Over the last five years, we have become a trusted leader in the design, fabrication, and erection of tunnel formwork for transport, water, and hydraulic tunnels. We currently operate two workshops, located in Boisar, Maharas… Read More

As industries pursue higher productivity, lower emissions, and greater operational resilience, lubricant technology will continue to evolve from a support function to a strategic enabler of success, writes Samir Parekh. “The future belongs to intelligent lubrication systems that combine high-performance formulations with data-driven maintenance strategies.” - Samir Parekh, Managing Director, Gandhar Oil Refinery India Ltd. India's infrastructure story is accelerating… Read More

Transitioning from a replacement mindset to a lifecycle mindset Neville Mevawala feels that it is time for India’s Forklift industry to transition beyond conventional battery technologies. “The next generation of industrial batteries must, therefore, move beyond simply enabling electrification and instead deliver measurable operational value.” - Neville Mevawala, Head of Sales and Marketing, MHE business of Godrej Enterprises Group. Over the last decade, supply chains have trans… Read More

Sanjay Verma takes an in-depth look at what five decades in MEWPs taught us — and why the next chapter is Green! “The green transition will accelerate faster than most current projections assume, as green-certified construction and foreign-invested industrial projects drive electrification as a procurement prerequisite.”Sanjay Verma, Group CEO, Mtandt Rentals Limited. When Mtandt entered the MEWP business in 1995, India’s construction sites ran on bamboo scaffolding, manual ladders, and a wo… Read More

The Putzmeister iONTRON Electric Transit Mixer is designed to deliver zero-emission concrete transport without compromising on performance, durability, or operator comfort, writes Ashutosh Sinha. “The iONTRON Electric Transit Mixer is not just a new product, it represents a meaningful stride toward sustainable construction mobility.”- Ashutosh Sinha, Business Head, Putzmeister India. Around the world, economies are accelerating their shift toward sustainability, not only as an envir… Read More

Concrete forms the backbone of modern infrastructure today. Dr L R Manjunath takes a look at its journey spanning thousands of years, evolving from simple natural mixtures to highly engineered materials capable of supporting skyscrapers and mega-structures. Concrete is one of the most widely used construction materials in the world today, forming the backbone of modern infrastructure. Its journey spans thousands of years, evolving from simple natural mixtures to highly engineered materials … Read More

Aluminium Scaffolding is redefining how projects approach work-at-height — balancing safety, speed, and efficiency, writes Gaurav Sharma. “As India continues to build at an unprecedented pace, the demand for smarter, safer access solutions will only intensify. Aluminium scaffolding is no longer an alternative — it is fast becoming the industry standard.” Gaurav Sharma, President , Keywest Geogrid Engineering Solutions Private Limited. India’s scaffolding industry is entering a high-… Read More

India’s elevators and escalators market is set to witness unprecedented growth, underpinned by urbanisation, infrastructure expansion, commercial and residential construction, and increasing demand for modern, digital and sustainable vertical mobility solutions, writes Ravikrishnan S. “The Indian elevators and escalators market in 2025–26 is expanding both in scale and sophistication. For TK Elevator, this represents a significant opportunity to combine global innovation expertise with locally… Read More

Doosan Bobcat India strengthens its presence across India with Earthforce Range of Compact Excavators.Doosan Bobcat India is marching towards a new era for India’s construction sector with the Earthforce range of Compact Excavators, a lineup that is rapidly changing the face of infrastructure development nationwide. Since their debut at EXCON 2025, these state-of-the-art machines — the agile E18z, versatile E33z, and powerful E53, have been empowering contractors and builders to rise to the cha… Read More

The HX35Az is Hyundai’s preferred model in the 3.5–4.0-ton category, offering a strong balance of power, stability, and versatility. This mini excavator is suitable for landscaping, trenching, and municipal construction work, delivering precise and efficient performance across various applications. Its compact structure ensures easy manoeuvrability in tight spaces while maintaining strong digging capability and productivity, making it effective for both urban and semi-urban job sites. Comp… Read More