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The construction industry had been waiting for a date for an event that had been postponed because to the Covid-19 outbreak, and that date has now been selected. We're talking about Excon, the most important event in the industry. The 11th edition of EXCON, South Asia's largest construction equipment and construction technology trade show, will be held at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC) from May 17 to 21. In keeping with the industry's progress, the fair has developed to become one of the key global events. One of the significant things that will gain more attention this year is the alignment of its topic – "Building India for a New World - Competitiveness, Growth, Sustainability, and Technology." The concept of Atmanirbhar Bharat and various aspects of it would be reflected at the Excon 2022. The Indian infrastructure industry is flourishing, and events like Excon keep the industry linked and demonstrate its capabilities to the rest of the world. The infrastructure business is clearly on the mend following the Covid-19 epidemic, and India's government is boosting growth across sectors. Furthermore, India is the world's third-largest market for construction equipment, with a number of global companies producing and selling their products there. The event provides a complete picture of the industry to these major and small businesses in one location. We attempted to cover issues linked to the event in this edition of Construction Mirror, such as construction equipment, concrete batching plants, road and highways, tyres, and more.

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Cover Story Construction Equipment Preventive Maintenance Benefits And Checklists

Mr. Deepak Miglani General Manager, Industrial Lubricants

ExxonMobil Lubricants Pvt. Ltd.

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58 Mr. Dheeraj Panda Chief Operating Officer (Sales, Marketing & Customer Support)

Sany Heavy Industry India Pvt. Ltd.

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Mr. Amit Banerjee Chairman & Managing Director

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66 Mr. Rahul Shorey National Head – Construction

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Tata Hitachi Construction Machinery Company Pvt Ltd

78 Mr. Bhupinder Singh Chief Executive Officer

bC expo India Pvt. Ltd.

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BKT’s GIANT 57” TIRE EARTHMAX SR 468 SHOWCASED AT THE INTERNATIONAL MINING EXHIBITION 9th edition of the IME recommences the event after 2 years /post COVID a big return on stage of BKT displays top-of-range specialized tires for the OTR sector

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Balkrishna Industries Ltd. (BKT), the Indian Multinational Group and global player in the Off-Highway tire market, attended the OTR dedicated event, International Mining Exhibition in Kolkata. An important occasion, that initiated personalized dialogue with all the company’s users, customers, and partners. The 9th edition of IME is the first offline event for the OTR sector in India, as the country slowly returns to normalcy, post 2 years of the pandemic. BKT, known for its wide range of high-quality tires, displayed a selection of products including the latest Giant 57” EARTHMAX SR 468 TL tire, an All Steel radial tire specially designed for 240-ton rigid dump trucks; and EARTHMAX SR 53 TL tire, created for ultra-large loaders, operating in severe rocky conditions. At the IME, BKT’s headliner was the newly introduced MINEFORCE TL, a bias E-4 tire, specifically curated for rigid haul trucks in limestone quarry and coal mining operations. Commenting on BKT’s participation at the event, Rajiv Poddar, Joint Managing Director, Balkrishna Industries Ltd., stated, “At BKT, we have been partaking at IME, which has been well-known in the mining equipment segment. The expo has been a perfect platform for BKT to showcase the latest product range. We were extremely glad to be back at IME and to have the opportunity to meet our customers and partners, whose input and feedback are keys to the development of high-performance products.” Speaking about the latest addition – the MINEFORCE, Mr. Poddar said, “The MINEFORCE is BKT's innovative response to the rocky, abrasive and harsh environment, rigid dumper trucks with 100-ton capacity, specially designed for limestone quarry, coal, and other mining applications.” He further adds, “the Giant 57” EARTHMAX SR 468 tire, born in Covid-19 times, thanks to the extraordinary determination of our fellow workers, is the largest tire in India.” The star highlight of the event was the Giant CONSTRUCTION MIR ROR

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EARTHMAX SR 468 TL, the latest addition to the EARTHMAX family. It is a 57” tire (40.00R57) equipped with an All Steel structure, which provides greater resistance to the casing. A winning feature of the EARTHMAX SR 468 is the special tread design and the compound, created to limit heat generation and resistance to cuts. BKT EARTHMAX SR 468 is thus ready to confront the most challenging mining conditions. On the display, was another tire from the EARTHMAX family, the 50/65R51 EARTMAX SR 53 TL, an All Steel radial tire specially designed for ultra-large loaders, operating in severe rocky conditions. The classified deep L-5 tread consists of a compound that is cut-resistant. In addition, the tire is designed to offer extraordinary abrasion-resistant properties while in loading operation. The protagonist at the BKT stand was MINEFORCE 27.00-49 54PR size, an innovative solution for the mining application for rigid dump trucks with 100-ton capacity. It features a sturdy casing construction coupled with a unique tread pattern and a special tread compound has been developed by BKT’s R&D for cuts and chip-resistant properties, which is most suitable for limestone quarry, coal, and other mining applications, where there is severity in the application. Furthermore, the tire has a large contact patch with rigid lugs that provides even tread wear and a longer life cycle. As a global company, BKT pays a great deal of attention to developing products as a response to each territory’s most specific needs. Hence, the company participates in prestigious biennial international exhibitions like International Mining Exhibition, which gives significant visibility to mining, equipment, minerals, metals, and allied industries in India. Being one of the important events for the OTR sector, BKT does not confine to being an exhibitor but is the ‘Silver Sponsor’ of the prominent IME exhibition. CM www.constructionmirror.com

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Sany India completes

successful years

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Company to launch new products at Excon 2021 marking “Bemisaal20Saal” Sany India, one of the leading manufacturers and suppliers of Construction Machinery announced completion of 20 years of operations in India. Starting off with just 4 motor graders in 2002, the company has captured majority market share in multiple product verticals like Excavators, Cranes, Piling Rigs, Mining Equipment, Road and Port Machinery.Having invested more than Rs.750 crores in their state-ofthe-art manufacturing facility in Pune, Sany has made a successful transition from a global to local company with over 50 models being manufactured locally in their Pune facility. The company has added 210 touch points with over 41 dealers in across India and south Asia. Another significant milestone achieved by Sany India which coincides with their 20th anniversary celebration is the sale of 22000 plus machines till date.To mark this momentous occasion Sany India is launching an array of new equipment at the Excon 2021 which are “BUILT TO CHANGE”the world around us and achieve our vision of a new India. Speaking on the colossal occasion Mr Deepak Garg , Managing Director , Sany India& South Asia said, “We are extremely happy to complete 20 successful years in India building machines that have changed our country’s landscape to enable a better new India. These Bemisaal20Saal has been made possible, thanks to the steadfast support and trust rendered by our customers,channel partners, funding partners and team Sany. We reaffirm our commitment to customers by delivering top-notch products that ensures high value proposition and more earnings.” Speaking about Sany’s contribution to the development of our country, he said, “With localization being the prime focus of our company, most of the new generation machines are being manufactured as part of the ‘Make in India’ initiative. At present, our equipmentare being used in various infrastructure, mining, port and road construction projects across the country. We are also contributing to all major irrigation projects by offering

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products that are unmatched in the industry as far as technology, productivity and efficiency is concerned” Having contributed to various infrastructural projects in our country,Sany India’s success story has been commendable. With country’s progress and development being their focal point, Sany India is contributing towards many major developmental projects by offering products that are unmatched in the industry as far as technology, productivity and efficiency is concerned. With long term and satisfied customers Sany India has established a firm foothold in the Indian market with several new projects likely to commence in the next few months.

Glimpse into Sany’s journey The story of Sany India began with importing 4 motor graders dating back to 2002. It was the first time when Sany entered Indian market. Building further on the entry in India, SANY India was established, with setting up branch offices in 6 central cities, with a promise to serve customers in every state. In 2006, Sany entered into a contract with Maharashtra Government for investment of USD 60 million in Pune. In 2007, the investment of SANY in India laid the foundation stone for Sany India, with intention to build and create a production base of construction equipment machinery in Pune. Since then,Sany’s growth trajectory has been commendable.Sany became the no. 1 brand of concrete machinery in India after acquiring Putzmeister in 2012. Sany is the undisputed market leader in Piling Rigs and Slew Cranes since 2015. It has also secured a place amongst the top 3 players for products like Excavators, Mining Trucks and Port Machinery. Sany Indiahas not only achieved a leadership position in Indiabut also established itself as anexport hub of construction equipment for Africa, Middle East, and South& South East Asia. In the coming time,with continued focus on localization and introduction of technologically superior products SanyIndia is bound to gain more traction. CM www.constructionmirror.com

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Honda Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Teito Motor Transportation and kokusai motorcars as Part of Aim to Launch Autonomous Vehicle Mobility Service in Central Tokyo Honda Mobility Solutions Co., Ltd. (HMS), a Honda subsidiary for mobility service (MaaS) business in Japan, today announced it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with two transportation (e.g. taxi and limousine) service providers in Japan, namely Teito Motor Transportation Co., Ltd. (Teito) and kokusai motorcars Co., Ltd. (km Group) to engage in specific discussions about the future of MaaS business in Japan. With an aim to launch an autonomous vehicle mobility service in central Tokyo in the mid-2020s, HMS will study and discuss various matters with the two companies including relevant laws and regulations, service designs and a division of roles and responsibilities among collaborating partners.

Future image of Cruise Origin in Japan

Honda is aiming to roll out its MaaS service in Japan in the mid-2020s using the Cruise Origin, a vehicle Cruise, General Motors and Honda are jointly developing exclusively for use in an autonomous

vehicle mobility service. HMS is responsible for such Honda MaaS business operations in Japan and strives to offer new on-demand driverless mobility services to resolve various traffic/transportation-related issues in urban areas, offering new forms of convenience and new value for its customers and society. To this end, based on the MoU, HMS will join forces with Teito and km Group to explore how autonomous vehicle mobility services can be offered as safe, convenient and comfortable services customers can use with peace of mind. Preparing for the start of service in central Tokyo, Honda and HMS will continue to strengthen coordination and collaboration with all stakeholders including transportation service providers and local municipalities while also planning to conduct various testing programs including the testing of autonomous driving technologies. CM

Nitin Gadkari dedicates two road projects and lays the groundwork for 17 National Highway projects in Telangana

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Friday dedicated two road infrastructure projects and laid the foundation for 17 national highway and CRIF projects of total length of 460 km with an investment of Rs 8,000 crore here. A total of 4,996 km national highway network has been laid in Telangana till March 2022, which was 2,511 km in 2014, he said, adding in the last eight years the NH network has been enhanced by 2,485 km. He assured that it will be further increased in the future. "I am happy today in Telangana two projects were inaugurated and the foundation stone has been CONSTRUCTION MIR ROR

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laid for 17 projects. Whatever has been done is just a trailer," the Union Minister said. "I want to tell you that NH infrastructure projects worth Rs 3 lakh crore will be built in Telangana by December 2024 and I assure you that that these roads will be equivalent with those in the United States," Gadkari said. The Union Minister said out of 33 districts in Telangana, 32 have already been linked with NH network and remaining one district would be connected soon. He said five out of the 26 green express highways being built in the country will be passing through Telangana. CM www.constructionmirror.com

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MB CRUSHER PARTICIPATING IN SOUTH ASIA’S LARGEST AND PRESTIGIOUS CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT TRADE FAIR ‘EXCON’ Live demo at outdoor booth, OD 62, Yellow Lot Excon, an event organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (“CII”), is considered to be the largest and prestigious construction equipment exhibition in South Asia. It is known for showcasing the latest advancements in construction engineering industry. The platform has played a crucial role in connecting all infrastructure stakeholders, including policymakers, investors, and developers in one place, with the growth story of India's Infrastructure as the underlying driver. Today Excon is considered an essential event in the industry. For the fourth consecutive edition, MB Crusher India is proud to announce its participation in the exhibition. On the back of its rapidly growing business in India, it will participate with diversified range of products which will not only cater the excavator segment, but it will also cater Backhoe Loader / Skid Steer Loader market which will transform it into a hardcore crushing and screening solution directly at site. And like the previous edition, MB Crusher will be arranging a ‘LIVE DEMO’ at its stall (outdoor booth, OD 62, Yellow Lot) demonstrating how you can transform your excavator into a real crushing machines directly at site with the help of MB Crusher Bucket and an operator. MB Crusher, with its exhaustive range of products and patented 'Made in Italy’' technology, will be happy to welcome all visitors in showcasing its unparalleled performance. At Excon, MB Crusher will showcase the crusher bucket BF90.3 and it will also display units across its 3 different product categories, namely Crusher Bucket (for Excavators and Backhoe Loaders), Screening Buckets, and Drum Cutters.

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For its products, MB Crusher uses raw materials that are unmatched in the industry. More specifically, it uses Hardox material which guarantees longer life and reduced weight, in turn providing multifold benefits on the operations and the primary equipment unto which MB machines are attached. MB crusher machines are renowned to crush the hardest of the material (like Basalt, Granite, River Rock, Blue Metal, Black Stone to name a few) with utmost precision of the output and minimal operational costs. In the dynamic and innovative construction and earth moving industry, MB products have truly revolutionized the crushing and material processing industry by giving contractors an affordable, mobile, versatile and independent system to manage and complete the task directly on-site with no down time. The solutions allow customers to eliminate transportation cost, reliance on manual labour and third party suppliers. Come witness the art of crushing the hardest material at our stall during the exhibition (between 17th – 21st May 2022). CM

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WHAT IS MB CRUSHER DOING ON AN ISLAND? Withstand material shortage by using your heavy equipment

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Type in ‘’island’’ on a search engine and a dreamy image of a piece of land surrounded by clear blue water will appear. Those pictures immediately make you feel at ease - and secretly a little bit envious- they might even prompt you to plan your next vacation. In the dictionary, an island is also defined as isolated and detached. Undeniably, living on an island can be blissful but certainly for those companies in charge of construction and development being remote represent a series of difficulties that have been more accentuated by the shortage of materials that is happening all over right now. From the world’s biggest island of Greenland to the tiniest inhabited one located off Alexandra Bay in the state of New York - the Just Room Enough Island - planning development jobs can be stressful, material transportation is laborious and not only from the mainland to the Isla itself but very often the internal roads are small or inexistent. Everywhere in the world, to prosper an area, roads must be built. Not an easy task. to build them materials are needed, and they are hard to get at the moment.

It is in these difficult situations where you find MB Crushers units to the aid.

Excavators are the main machines used to build roads. They are the only ones that can travel even where there are no roads at all. Simply attaching an MB Crusher bucket to any brand of the excavator will transform it into a mobile jaw crusher. All the rocks laying around are quickly reduced and reused to build the missing roads. An arduous job with MB Crusher units became effortless and connecting roads are created linking remote areas to society without the need to outsource the materials for the job. CONSTRUCTION MIR ROR

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The unspoilt island of Meganissi in Greece

‘’If you build it, they will come’’ the quote from Field of dreams is a mantra for holiday destinations like the Greek islands, where there is a constant need to build tourists accommodation. In Meganissi, a small island with a population of around 1000 people to build villas they used an MB Crusher unit. The BF90.3 mounted on their Caterpillar 329E is crushing sea rocks to create the aggregate needed for the construction, meaning they did not need to bring in further machines or materials by sea from the larger island of Lefkada, again the jaw crusher gave independence and overcome the shortage of materials by transforming local raw material into a usable product.

The Stockholm Archipelago in Sweden

There are approximately 670,000 islands in the world. Some of them belong to Antarctica and others are unclaimed territories but Sweden itself owns 221,800 of them. Although the majority are inhabited and difficult to connect to terrestrial infrastructure, the capital of Stockholm is built across a 14-island archipelago. In one of those islands, a Case TR340 skid steer has become a mobile jaw crusher after installing an MB-L140.

A demolition in Puerto Rico, Caribbean islands

Being versatile is another reason why MB Crusher units are largely used as not only natural materials can be processed to be reused, but also demolition debris. As in Puerto Rico, in the Caribbean, the old Costa Salud Aguada hospital was dismantled and the crushed down concrete will be reused as the foundation for the new Health Prevention Center building. What can we take on board from all of these stories? That it can be done, and it can be easier. A key to development is a good strategy and an MB Crusher for your carrier. CM www.constructionmirror.com

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BEML bags order from Coal India for 20 Cu.M Electric Rope Shovel

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A green energy machine matching global standards

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EML Limited, A Govt. of India Undertaking under Ministry of Defence has signed a prestigious contract with Coal India Ltd. for supply of 20 Cu. M Electric Rope Shovel for deployment in the Mines of M/s. Northern Coalfields Ltd. The contact is valued at Rs.118 Crs. This 20 Cu. M Electric Rope Shovel is designed and developed indigenously by BEML under ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’. This project would not only enable the Country to achieve self-reliance in this class of product but also save huge outgoing foreign exchange. The Shovel is powered by all electric powertrain that will not lead to any carbon footprints on the environment. The design of this green energy machine conforms with global standardsin safety, operator comfort and low maintenance. This mega equipment features advanced IGBT based AC drivesintegrated with predictive maintenance, production monitoring system, safety red linelighting system for the proximity of Dumpersand remote monitoring. CM

Current coal shortages are only temporary, according to the CEO of a mining equipment manufacturer

The present coal shortages are going to be short term with the supply position beginning to ease by July, the head of a heavy engineering manufacturer has said. “It’s a very temporary thing. The coal shortage situation has arisen from the fact that economic growth has gained good traction after passing through a difficult phase for a couple of years due largely to the Covid-19 pandemic,” chairman, Gainwell Engineering, Sunil Chaturvedi told Business Today on Wednesday. “The summer season is in any case a difficult for India as this is when the energy requirement peaks. Hopefully, in two months we should see a solution. This is a temporary thing and is not going to be a CONSTRUCTION MIR ROR

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long-term problem,” he further asserted. Chaturvedi, a former Bharat Forge executive director who has also served as a bureaucrat, said that the country must continue to dedicatedly work towards ramping up domestic coal production to stabilise its energy security. “Any time that Indian starts to grow at 7-8 per cent, energy requirement also goes up by 10-12 per cent. Two years of muted demand for energy followed by a very robust upsurge has caused this shortage. However, one cannot ignore the fact that India is still dependent 15-20 per cent on imported coal,” observed Chaturvedi. CM www.constructionmirror.com

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Pidilite Industries strengthens its waterproofing portfolio - partners with GCP Applied Technologies, USA

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Pidilite will offer GCP’s specialized waterproofing technologies for challenging sites under its brand Dr.Fixit®, further strengthening its robust product portfolio Pidilite Industries Limited, a leading manufacturer of adhesives, sealants and construction chemicals, has partnered with GCP Applied Technologies Inc, a global leader in construction products, to offer high-performance waterproofing solutions for challenging sites that have exposure to high temperature variation and water table, under its brand Dr.Fixit®.

membrane designed for buried application and the protection of concrete structures. SILCOR® 1100 is formulated by using the unique ESSELAC® advanced resin technology that has been used for several prestigious projects across globe. It is economical, fast, easy to apply, seamless, durable, and its unlimited overcoat time reduces wastage and ensures longevity of the structure.

Pidilite, with its brand Dr.Fixit®, is the pioneer of waterproofing in India. It offers comprehensive waterproofing solutions for all structures including commercial and residential buildings, tunnels, bridges and prominent government buildings. With this association, Pidilite will further strengthen its robust product portfolio by offering specialised waterproofing solutions by GCP.

Speaking on this association, Himanshu Kapadia, Chief Business Officer - Construction Chemicals (Large User Business & Services), Pidilite Industries Limited, said “We are delighted to partner with GCP Applied Technologies. Specialised waterproofing solutions for challenging and tough sites is a huge need gap in the Indian market. GCP’s cutting edge products, complemented with Pidilite’s brand strength and market reach have the potential to unlock a huge opportunity in the Indian waterproofing market. We are excited to chart this journey together.”

GCP products are globally renowned for their technology, performance and ease of application, and have many international standard test certifications to their credit. As a part of the partnership, Pidilite’s Dr.Fixit® will offer GCP’s PREPRUFE® - differentiated, fully adhered waterproofing membranes and SILCOR® 1100 – fast and secure liquid waterproofing membranes in the Indian market. PREPRUFE® is a high performing, pre-applied waterproofing system for critical below grade applications. Water can easily permeate through the seams of a poorly designed or installed membrane and can adversely affect the foundation of building or structure. This is where application of a membrane like PREPRUFE® can prove extremely effective. PREPRUFE® is easy to install and provides a strong protection against migration of water, moisture and gas. It is also UV resistant and delivers great results even in harsh conditions or environment. SILCOR® 1100 is a structural waterproofing

Mr. Mazen El Tabaa , General Manager METAI, GCP Applied Technologies, said, “We are excited to partner with Pidilite. Through this partnership, we aim to leverage Pidilite’s leadership, strong expertise & wide footprint in the waterproofing space to best capitalise the huge opportunity that India as a market has to offer.” GCP is headquartered in Atlanta, USA, with its R&D and manufacturing facilities available across the globe. GCP’s global support operations are present in over 100 countries with a portfolio of construction chemicals and materials. These include concrete admixtures, cement additives and high performance waterproofing / building envelope solutions designed to protect and increase the life of structures. Being highly focused on sustainability, GCP is committed to “Building with the World in mind”. CM

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Stainless steel critical for Ethanol blended motor fuel in India Stainless steel is critical for augmenting Ethanol supply chain to meet Government’s plan of blending 20% Ethanol with motor fuel

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Karan Pahuja, President, Indian Stainless Steel Development Association (ISSDA)

The Government of India has announced the National Policy on Biofuels, under which ethanol blending of petrol has already reached 10%, and is planned to go up to 20% by 2025. Blending locally produced ethanol with petrol will help India strengthen its energy security. It will enable local enterprises and farmers to participate in the energy economy and reduce vehicular emissions. This national goal can be met by augmenting supply chain for blending ethanol, where stainless steel has a significant role. According to the Niti Ayog report [1] 'Roadmap for Ethanol Blending in India by 2020-25’ released in June 2021, phased rollout of 20% of ethanol blending by 2025 is very much possible. The report says "Most of the petroleum products are used in transportation. Hence, a successful E20 program can save the country US $4 billion per annum, i.e., Rs. 30,000 cr.” Besides, immense benefits can accrue to the country in terms of energy security, lower carbon emissions, better air quality, self-reliance, use of damaged food grains, increasing farmers' income, employment generation, and greater investment opportunities, According to Niti Aayog, initially, pan-India ethanol production will be raised from the current ~700 crore litres to 1500 crore litres to make 20% target feasible. Ethanol’s price is around Rs. 50-60 per litre and therefore, its blending with petrol is highly cost effective. The differential price policy for ethanol blended petrol announced by Finance Minister in the Budget, making it cheaper by Rs. 2/Litre, will further improve its economics. However, oil marketing companies can face challenges in terms of additional storage tanks for ethanol at refineries/terminals/depots and need for ethanol compliant dispensing units. Thus, the right casing material needs to be considered for its safe storage, supply and transportation. [2]. In addition, it is crucial to note that ethanol cannot be stored in an average container because it causes corrosion. Although 100% pure ethanol is not corrosive to most metals, its impurities such

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as oxygen that cause high level of corrosivity. Some of the contaminants like water, organic acids and chlorides can cause high level of corrosion in ordinary steels and disrupt operations of ethanol supply chain. There are two methods that can be used to store ethanol: Removing any oxygen content and other impurities in the ethanol sample, which is an expensive process [3], or storing it in a non-corrosive material which is more cost-effective. Stainless steel is a corrosion resistant material which makes it the ideal choice for Ethanol production and distribution systems worldwide. With stainless steel, pipes can often be made with a lighter wall thickness which makes it easier to distribute. In addition, stainless steel is easy to maintain which reduces costs implied with storage: no paint or other coatings on internal or external surfaces need to be maintained, surfaces remain smooth due to non-corrosion, has a longer life and allows for easier cleaning and disinfection and lower pumping costs. Therefore, stainless steel is the material of choice in Ethanol production and distribution systems worldwide Secondly, ethanol is a highly flammable material and stainless steel is fire-resistant. Tanks containing ethanol are required to be fire resistant, and stainless steel will prevent the spreading of flames in the case of a standard structural conflagration. Apart from the general benefits of using stainless steel, the successful impact really depends on the type of project it is used for. For example, tanks for food-grade ethanol are constructed using type 304(L) of stainless steel whereas very large tanks with heavy plates would use a high strength lean-duplex grade such as S32101 [2]. Type 304(L) is usually used in the more alkaline operating media of biodiesel processes, such as piping and tubing systems. Type 316(L) is used in places where the acid content is greater and the temperature is more extreme. To summarize, the type of Stainless Steel normally www.constructionmirror.com

required for Ethanol Projects is generally within grades of 304/316 and used in shell material for distillation columns, shell material for heat exchangers, fermenters and other process tanks, storage tanks, pipes and fittings, plates, tubes for heat exchangers, dryer and other equipment and Ethanol tankers. A typical stainless-steel requirement for a 500 kilo litres per day Ethanol plant is about 1300 tons. In line with the national priorities, stainless steel industry has geared up to meet this demand, with supplies expected to double this year.

What’s the technical opinion of stainless steel as the ideal material choice for ethanol?

Using the wrong container for ethanol has been a recurring concern at a global scale since the early 1990s: Research carried out by the American Petroleum Institute (API) has shown that Stress Corrosion Cracking (SCC) of steel in fuel ethanol environment is a subject matter where awareness of the issue is growing dynamically as a result of documentation of experiences and research works in progress [4]. The conversation around the ideal container for ethanol still continues today: In a recent webinar conducted by ISSDA on ‘Stainless Steel for building Ethanol supply Chain’ in association with Nickel Institute, the expert speakers pointed out that stainless steel is in fact used extensively for Ethanol sector in North America and Brazil, who are the world leaders in blending Ethanol in motor fuel. (The Nickle Institute, an international non-profit industry association was established for the purpose of

offering guidance and neutral technological advice regarding stainless steel applications). International Energy Agency (IEA) has said that India is set to overtake China to become third largest Ethanol consumer by 2026, next only to Brazil and USA. The Government has plan to even go beyond E20 fuel and working with automakers to develop flexi fuel engines which can use a range of fuel blends going up to 100% Ethanol, like in Brazil. In any case, whether the auto industry in India can successfully shift from petroleum to flexi fuels will depend entirely on what steps are taken to build and augment the ethanol supply chain down the line to ensure wider availability. In this context, Stainless Steel is considered critical for the ethanol eco-system for blending in motor fuel across the entire supply chain. It is estimated that about 1,00,000 tons of high-grade stainless steel will be required to augment ethanol capacity for achieving national goal of 20% blending. The potential is even higher when flexi fuel engines are introduced. Indian stainless-steel producers have already stepped-up supplies to OEMs like Praj Industries, Excel Engineering, Alpha Level etc.to meet this national objective. Indian stainless-steel producers are capable and committed to meet the growing requirement of ethanol industry. However, Government policy support in terms of ensuring a level playing field with respect to dumped and subsidised import of stainless steel is also crucial to enable further investment, so that such critical requirements are met by domestically produced stainless steel only. CM

The government intends to build 18,000 km of highway in FY23, at a rate of 50 km/day The road transport and highways ministry aims to construct a record 18,000 km of highways in 2022-23 at a pace of 50 km per day, said minister Nitin Gadkari said on Thursday. The FY23 target is 33 per cent higher than that last fiscal. The target is ambitious as the ministry in 2021-22 set a 40-km per day construction goal, but later revised it to 32 km per day at 12000 km for the full fiscal. “This is a target… I’m not giving a guarantee that we will achieve it. But targets are always high, and it will push us to try and meet them,” said Gadkari at an event. The government also plans to award construction contracts of 18000 km in FY23, he added. Sandwiched between two waves of Covid-19

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and monsoon rains, the government, through its implementing agencies, reportedly constructed 10,457 km of national highways in 2021-22, which was a 24 per cent decrease from the previous fiscal. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in her Budget speech, had said that the government will add 25,000 km to the national highways network. Later, road transport and highways secretary Giridhar Aramane clarified that it contains both new construction, widening works, and conversion of state highways into national highways. While India’s highway construction trajectory has largely been on the upside, sector experts have previously expressed concern that 50 km per day construction could prove a tall order, even with the government’s infrastructure push. CM

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Kanodia Cement sets up the Amethi Unit in UP

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Kanodia Group increased its total cement capacity to 4.30 MTPA Kanodia Cement, one of the leading cement manufacturing companies in the country has set up a Cement Grinding Unit in Amethi District in Uttar Pradesh. At present, Kanodia cement has installed a capacity of 2.80 million tons per annum with four cement grinding units spread over Uttar Pradesh (UP) & Bihar. The company has established its four cement grinding units with a 100% automatic grinding technique. Kanodia Cement is expanding its Cement Grinding Unit by 1.5 MTPA at Amethi. The expansion is already completed and the production has begun in April- 2022. Commenting on the development Mr. Vishal Kanodia, Managing Director, Kanodia Cement Ltd said that “Kanodia cement is more than 50% growth over existing capacity and this expansion will help the Company maintain its share and competitiveness in the Central & Eastern UP markets in India. The Amethi expansion is part of the Company’s strategy to increase its total cement capacity to 4.30 MTPA. The Plant is spread across 44 acres of area. “We are optimistic about the growth in demand for cement in India. The set-up of our Amethi unit along with more investment in the coming years will help us unlock fresh opportunities by debottlenecking existing capacities and creating new ones across the country. We expect our new cement manufacturing unit to provide employment to around 1000 people directly and indirectly.” says Mr. Kanodia. According to various reports, UP is Cement Deficit State and its cement demand is meted by Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttrakhand & Eastern States. Keeping this in mind, Kanodia Group is setting up more Cement Grinding units in UP. This will fulfill the dream of Honorable Chief Minister Yogi AdityaNath for

the Industrialization of UP along with the Atmanirbhar Bharat’s vision of Honorable Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi. The new unit will have state-of-art technology with a Vertical Roller Pre Grinding Mill (VRPM) and Ball Mill for cement grinding and will produce all types of Cement. The Plant Consist of Two 12-spout rotarypacker and six floor-mounted truck loading machines that have supplied by FL Smith. Kanodia is progressing on its Sustainable Development Plan, with a sharper focus on climate and clean energy, building a circular economy, conserving resources and nature, and driving meaningful change in the lives of communities. With the Government’s thrust on infrastructure and affordable housing, the Company believes that the cement sector has attractive growth potential and Kanodia Cement is strongly progressing to become the ‘Most Innovative, Sustainable and Competitive Building Solutions Company in India’. The Company has a robust road map to becoming the best in the industry – through four strategic priorities – Competitiveness, Growth, Innovation, Clean Energy, Digital, and Sustainability. According to a report by IBEF, India is the world’s second-largest cement producer. And its overall cement production capacity was nearly 545 million tons (MT) in FY20. Cement production reached 329 MT in FY20 and is expected to reach 381 MT in FY22. The key markets in Central India are Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh with a capacity of 63.31 MTPA. The demand for the Cement industry is expected to achieve 550-600 million tones per annum constantly by 2025 because of the expanding requests of different divisions i.e., housing, commercial construction, and industrial construction. CM

Thieves Dig Out ATM Machine With Excavator in Maharashtra, Internet Says "Money Heist 2023" The incident, which happened on Sunday, was captured on CCTV camera installed inside the ATM booth and is now being shared widely on social media. The police, which found the excavator from outside a petrol pump, told reporters that thieves managed to steal ₹ 27 lakh in cash from the ATM. A manhunt has been launched to nab the thieves. Some social media users found the thieves' daredevilry amusing, while others blamed unemployment. “India got talent,” a user commented on Facebook. "In the era of crypto mining, here's a new invention atm mining," commented another. A third user predicted more such instances in the CONSTRUCTION MIR ROR

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future. "More will come as joblessness and high food price," the user said on Twitter. "Money heist 2023?" another questioned. Last week, a viral video on social media showed a thief was caught dancing after robbing a hardware store in Uttar Pradesh's Chandauli district. The incident took place near the residence of the Superintendent of Police. Local publications quoted shop owner Anshu Singh as saying that the thief picked up all the cash and also stole goods worth thousands of rupees. The crime was revealed when Singh opened his shop after seeing the broken shutter and went through the CCTV footage. CM www.constructionmirror.com

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CII EXCON to accelerate the infrastructure creation in India CII EXCON - South Asia’s largest construction equipment show to be held in Bengaluru from 17-21 May 2022

The infrastructure sector is a key driver of the Indian economy. The sector is highly responsible for propelling India's overall development and enjoys intense focus from the government for initiating policies that would ensure the time-bound creation of world-class infrastructure in the country. Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), India's apex Industry association will be hosting the 11th edition of EXCON – South Asia’s Largest Construction Equipment Exhibition from 17 - 21 May 2022, at Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), Bengaluru. The event will spread over 3,00,000 square meters of display area and is expected to attract over 1000 exhibitors from India & abroad including countries like the USA, UK, France, Germany, Italy, UAE, South Korea, Singapore, Turkey and Sri Lanka. The 5-day exhibition would attract over 50,000 business visitors from all over the world. With the aim to position India as a global hub for construction equipment manufacturing, EXCON acts as a platform for the construction equipment and components industry that brings together stakeholders to further deliberate and understand the latest developments in the industry. “EXCON will reflect on the theme elements at the exhibition and also set the pace for Atmanirbhar Bharat in infrastructure development in the country. With the presence of large OEMs and a strong supply chain supported by a vibrant components sector, India is all set to become the manufacturing and export hub of the world for Construction equipment manufacturing”, said Mr Deepak Shetty, Chairman, CII EXCON and Managing Director & CEO, JCB India Limited. EXCON will address both marketing and educational platforms for a l l sta ke h o l d e rs . G o ve r n m e nt CONSTRUCTION MIR ROR

and senior bureaucrats consider EXCON as a knowledge platform for various departments (PWD’s and Civil Engineering Departments), private contractors, builders, road/ infrastructure developers, smart city/ urban planning, army, border roads organisations, etc. to witness the latest technology, equipment and machinery which will enable accelerated infrastructure development needs of the nation. Leading construction equipment manufacturers at the exhibition, will demonstrate the versatility of machines, sophistication in construction technologies and more importantly showcase the cost-effective solutions for builders and contractors for speedy implementation of projects with a focus on quality, safety and environmental sustainability. EXCON will also celebrate women in infrastructure by introducing Women Building India Equal Opportunity Awards. The intent is to recognize the companies from the Infrastructure sector who have taken proactive steps to enable women to participate in the workforce.

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Conference on the Components Industry (13 May) EXCON 2021 - Inaugural Session; CEO’s Session (17 May) Atma Nirbhar Bharat Session; ICEMA Main Conference; 2nd Edition of Infrastructure Requirements for Armed Forces: Emerging Opportunities & Smart Technology; Interactive Session with Director General, Border Road Organisation (18 May) ICEMA Conference Session; Conference on AI, IOT& Automation in Construction Engineering Sector (19 May) Green Buildings & Built Environment – Transforming Urbanscapes

Synergizing Development and Environment; BAI Conference (20 May)

JCB, Volvo, Caterpillar, BEML, Kobelco, Puzzolana, Tata Hitachi, L & T, Schwing Stetter, Sany India, Ammann India, Case New Holland, Doosan, Mahindra, Terex, Wipro, Hyundai, Hailstone, Propel Industries, Manitowoc Cranes, KYB Conmat, Ajax Engineering, Everest Engineering, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Tata Capital, BKT, ARX Mining, MRF, Escorts, Yuken India besides OEMs, Components manufacturer, Tyres, IT & Software, Lubricants, Attachments and other allied industry organisations are participating at the event. Indian Construction Equipment Manufactures' Association (ICEMA) is the sector partner and the National Highways Authority of India, Indian Green Building Council and Builders Association of India are supporting partners for EXCON 2021. CM www.constructionmirror.com

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HINDWARE ITALIAN COLLECTION EXPANDS INTO TILES SEGMENT

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• Hindware Italian Collection brings Hindware Italian Tiles, the premium range of experiential tiles for the discerning consumer • As part of the expansion, the company aims to open 18 depots across India, starting with Rajpur, Punjab • Hindware inaugurated its first tiles depot for Hindware Italian Tiles in Rajpura, Punjab

Hindware Tiles Collection - Rajpura, Punjab

The iconic bathware brand ‘Hindware’, today announced its expansion into tiles segment with Hindware Italian Tiles. With this, the company inaugurated a depot in Rajpura (Punjab) and announced that it will open 18 such depots across India. Currently, the company holds the largest network spread amongst any bathware company, with its presence in 259 cities. Catering to the North market, the depot at Rajpura is expected to serve distributors & retailers across Punjab, Himachal, Jammu & Kashmir and parts of Haryana. These depots will assist trade to address demand quickly, whilst minimizing the cost for logistics and transportation. Targeting distributors, dealers, architects, and interior designers, the company has put up the state-of-the-art experience centre for Hindware Italian Tiles at the depot. The depot is spread across 33000 sq. ft with a display centre of about 3000 sq.ft and offers more than 500+ SKUs to dealers from the single location. With this extension into the tiles segment with Hindware Italian Tiles, the company reinforces its commitment towards the consumers who require a one-stop-shop caters to all bathware and sanitaryware solutions. Hindware Italian Tiles product portfolio will include modern and sleek designs of varied sizes inspired by the possibilities of sophistication that surround the consumer. Inclusively, Hindware will support consumers to craft spaces that unite style, substance, and spirit and are imbibed with boundless energy, joy, individuality, and flair. Inaugurating the depot at Rajpura, Mr. Sudhanshu

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Pokhriyal, Chief Executive Officer, Bath & Tiles Business, Brilloca Limited said, “Hindware is a household name, and has been at the forefront of industry-first designs and innovations. Today as we inaugurate our first tiles depot for Hindware Italian Tiles in Rajpura, Punjab, we anticipate a stronger relationship with our retailers to easily address customers across the northern region. We will be expanding our reach with more tile depots across India that will ensure an effective network between our distributors and customers at multiple touchpoints.” He further added “Hindware Italian Tiles includes strong portfolio with sizes ranging from 300x400mm to 1200x2400mm with refreshing designs inspired by natural elements.” Commenting on the announcement, Ms. Charu Malhotra Bhatia, Vice - President, Marketing, Brilloca Limited said, “At Hindware we believe in setting new trends and improving lives by offering more than just products, and hence we’re excited to step into the tiles segment with Hindware Italian Tiles. With this launch, we aim to tap consumers that are looking at a trusted brand to offer a myriad of bathware solutions under one umbrella. Furthermore, we will be initiating our marketing efforts soon for Hindware Italian Tiles as we expand our footprint across markets” With the evolution of smart cities, the company’s network has extended beyond Tier II and III cities. This has helped them in establishing multiple customer touch points and is going to play a significant role in the company’s growth. CM www.constructionmirror.com

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YantraLive to Showcase Its Heavy Equipment Management Tech at EXCON 2022 Infratech startup YantraLive today said that it is participating in EXCON 2022, the largest construction equipment exhibition in South Asia. EXCON 2022 is scheduled to be held from 17th to 21st May 2022 at Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. YantraLive runs India’s largest B2B online platform for sales and servicing of heavy equipment and their components or spare parts. YantraLive will be participating in the special AI Pavilion and will showcase how cutting-edge technology is enabling better management of heavy equipment, resulting in minimization of downtime and maximum asset utilisation. The Bangalore-based company has set up a large stall inside Hall 4 of BIEC. The entire founding team of YantraLive will be present on all five event days. The team will also hold exciting offers and events for the visitors at EXCON 2022. Ravi Rao, Co-founder of YantraLive said, “We

are thrilled to be participating at EXCON 2022 for a third time and are expecting to host more than 5,000 visitors to our stall. The senior team of YantraLive is looking forward to interacting with heavy equipment owners, users, vendors as well as financial partners as we exhibit the seamless fusion of technology to better manage and optimise the use of heavy equipment in construction, mining and other industries.” YantraLive was conceived to solve the information asymmetry problem for thousands of heavy equipment owners, many of whom are located in remote parts of India. The startup has grown its revenues by 10 times in the last year and is currently registering an annualised run rate of ₹60 crore (US$ 8.1 Million) in revenues. YantraLive’s technology platform is the first of its kind in the industry and is disrupting the way heavy equipment related parts, services and machinery is being purchased. CM

Surya Roshni is the winner of the Best of Bharat Awards 2022

Adding one more feather to its list of achievements, Surya Roshni, one of the most respected and trusted brands for Lighting, Home Appliances, Steel Pipes, home appliances and PVC pipes in India, has recently bagged the e4m ‘Pride of India Brands – The Best of Bharat’ awards in its inaugural edition. The ceremony was held in Mumbai’s Taj Santacruz to celebrate and honour entrepreneurs who built brands in Bharat for Bharat. The company’s Executive Director and CEO of Lighting and Consumer Durables Nirupam Sahay received the award on behalf of Surya Roshni CONSTRUCTION MIR ROR

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for its strong brand presence through a razor-sharp focus on innovation and quality. The first-of-its-kind program was themed around the idea of ‘Building brands for Bharat’, witnessed marketing and business leaders from across the country come together to cheer on each other’s success and discuss India’s entrepreneurial future. Surya brings with itself a legacy spanning close to 50 years. The Delhi-based company established itself as a front-runner in the Lighting and Consumer Durables and Steel Pipes and Strips industry in pursuit of contributing to a more sustainable future. Today, the brand is one of the renowned names in Steel Tubes and Pipes and LED, professional & conventional lighting with strong market reputation and best-in-class quality offerings. All its products are accredited by Government organisations, institutions, PSUs, international buyers and reputed projects. On being felicitated with the award, Nirupam Sahay, Executive Director and CEO of Lighting and Consumer Durables, Surya Roshni said, “We are delighted to receive this prestigious award and thank e4m for acknowledging our efforts to design premium quality products and build a better future as a modern, innovative, progressive and stylish brand.” CM www.constructionmirror.com

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Gainwell Engineering partners with World Coal Association to promote sustainable coal mining in India •

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Calls for Clean Tech in mining to meet the energy security of the country welcoming India’s commitment to ‘Net Zero by 2070’ Gainwell aims to reduce India’s dependence on imported equipment for underground mining from their manufacturing facility at Panagarh in West Bengal

Gainwell Engineering, the manufacturing venture of Gainwell Commosales Private Limited (formerly Tractors India Private Limited), has partnered with World Coal Association to promote sustainable coal mining in India. With this Gainwell becomes only the second organisation in India to have partnered with World Coal Association. According to the Economic Survey 2021-22, Coal demand in India is projected in the range of 1.3-1.5 billion tonnes by 2030, an increase of 63% from current demand. The partnership is also aimed at reducing India's dependency on import of coal mining equipment and instead, manufacture state of the art equipment locally to augment domestic production of coal in a sustainable manner. This will also help India reduce coal import bill and enable it to meet its energy security. Coming from the stable of Gainwell Commosales which has a rich legacy of supporting infrastructural progress in India for nearly eight decades and the proud partner of Caterpillar Construction, Mining and Power Solutions in India, Gainwell Engineering has forayed into Coal Mining Equipment Manufacturing and is setting up a plant at Panagarh, West Bengal. With a philosophy of supporting India’s true infrastructural growth, Gainwell Engineering aims to end India’s dependence on imported equipment for underground mining, and leave a sustainable impact on the environment with the use of clean technology.

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Coal still remains the largest source of energy in the world and sustainable coal mining in India is the need of the hour. Commenting on the association, Ms. Michelle Manook, CEO, World Coal Association said “It is critical that countries like India and companies like Gainwell Engineering are leading the discussion on coal’s sustainable journey. We welcome the Gainwell Engineering management team who understand that as a cohesive coal value chain across multiple jurisdictions (including Australia, China, Russia, South Africa, United States), we will have the best chance to deliver on our global community’s collective economic development and environmental goals. For countries such as India, these ambitions are not mutually exclusive.” Welcoming the WCA membership, Mr. Sunil Chaturvedi, Chairman, Gainwell Engineering said “While concerns over climate change and air pollution have highlighted the need to pursue a more sustainable path forward, no discussion of global climate change can ignore India, and no discussion of India’s energy future can ignore coal. Coal remains the mainstay of energy security for India, but the country so far was entirely dependent on imported underground mining machinery for expanding its underground mining operations, especially coal. With our state-ofthe-art manufacturing facility at Panagarh in West Bengal rapidly coming up, Gainwell Engineering will help India and other global geographies, not only mine their underground mineral resources far www.constructionmirror.com

more sustainably but will also represent the end of India’s dependence on imported equipment for underground mining.”

directly and/or indirectly to support the evolution of coal through clean technologies. We are all part of the solution.”

World Coal Association endorses Responsible Coal Principles under the climate change situation which are grounded by the principles of the Paris Agreement and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Gainwell Engineering joining WCA gives impetus to India’s coal leadership.

Gainwell Engineering and World Coal Association believes, India has already made a positive impact in resetting the climate change agenda and it has the capacity to truly revolutionise coal’s future.

The confluence of recent global energy events have ushered in a “new reality” that places issues of supply security and affordability back in the spotlight. •

According to the data released by the Ministry of Power, Coal contributes to 51.6% of installed generation capacity in India’s energy mix; while hydropower, solar, wind, etc. contribute 38.5%.

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Coal remains essential to electricity supply in more than 80 countries.

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Coal will play a role in mitigating the worst effects of poverty for the 800 million people who still have no access to heat, light, fuel for cooking, transportation, and other essential services as a basic human right.

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Coal remains the building block to economic success and is critical to the production of 90% of the world’s cement2, 70% of global steel34, and more than 60% of the energy used to make aluminium.

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Climate Change and Air Pollution have been the areas of concern for many years now. Indian Govt. has announced an investment plan of $55Billion in in clean coal over the coming decade, putting India at the forefront of the Coal industry at large.

Steel, cement, and aluminium are intrinsic to the construction of renewables infrastructure. Every wind turbine that is constructed requires 170 tonnes of coking coal!

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Ms. Manook said “WCA applauds India’s position towards the issue of phasing down of unabated coal as against phasing-out coal. Coal is still world’s largest source of energy. Recent and current events reconfirm that coal is still needed and not in decline. Coal is not disappearing; it is simply transitioning to a more sustainable model. Every member of the coal value chain in every country can do something

The Paris Agreement was drafted with the understanding that the international community needed to move away from prescribed pathways and recognise the importance of respecting sovereign choices and timeframes.

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There is no 100% credible renewables scenario (IPCC).

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Also, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA), Coal is still the world’s largest, single source of electricity, powering 39% of the global electricity mix. In 2021, as per IEA, coal generation reached an all-time high at over 10 000 terawatt-hours (TWh). In industrial processes, coal demand rose 6% reaching close to the record levels of 2013 and 2014.

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Golden Special Issue 20 22

Top Management Change

at Isuzu Motors India.

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Mr. Wataru Nakano

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Mr. Toru Kishimoto

Mr. Rajesh Mittal

Mr. Wataru Nakano takes over as President and Managing Director of Isuzu Motors India (IMI) Mr. Toru Kishimoto takes over as Deputy Managing Director of Isuzu Motors India (IMI) Mr. Rajesh Mittal assumes the role of President of Isuzu Engineering Business Centre India (IEBCI) and as Deputy President of Isuzu Motors India (IMI)

Isuzu Motors India (IMI), a subsidiary of Isuzu Motors Limited, Japan, has announced key changes in the top management. Mr. Wataru Nakano, General Manager, LCV Business Dept., at Isuzu Motors, Japan takes over from Mr. Tsuguo Fukumura, as the President and Managing Director of Isuzu Motors India (IMI). Mr. Wataru Nakano, who was responsible for the LCV Business Dept. at Isuzu Motors, Japan brings his rich global experience of over 30 years in the areas of international sales operations and business strategy to India. His vast experience will add to accelerating Isuzu’s growth in the domestic and export markets. Mr. Toru Kishimoto, General Manager, Isuzu Oceania, Europe & Americas Dept., Mitsubishi Corporation, Japan, succeeds Mr. Ken Takashima as Deputy Managing Director of Isuzu Motors India (IMI). Mr. Toru Kishimoto has an experience of over three decades across global markets. He comes with a rich

experience in distribution and marketing of ISUZU products in Europe, Thailand and key emerging markets. He is also familiar with the Indian market in his earlier role at IMI, as Vice President leading the Sales and Marketing function. Mr. Rajesh Mittal, Sr. Vice President, from UD Trucks Corp., Japan joins the top management team as President of Isuzu Engineering Business Centre India (IEBCI) and as Deputy President at Isuzu Motors India (IMI). Mr. Rajesh Mittal brings 37 years of technical, business and operations experience predominantly in the commercial vehicles industry, across global markets. He was heading Logistics at UD Trucks Corp., Japan prior to this assignment. He has played vital roles in the automotive technology domain and supply chain logistics also. The changes in the management are as per the business plan of the company. CM

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thorough qualitative and quantitative assessment of the Independent Lubricant Manufacturers Market. The Independent Lubricant Manufacturers study provides details such as the market share, Market Insights, Strategic Insights, Segmentation and key players in the Independent Lubricant Manufacturers Market. CM

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Golden Special Issue 20 22

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Dalmia Bharat, FLSmidth join hands to develop more sustainability solutions •

To contribute ideas, R&D for an industrial scale cement production facility to develop breakthrough innovations for sustainability in cement and construction industry

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To create innovative ideas for substitution of conventional energy and combustion models, and solutions to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions

From right to left- PM Narendra Modi and his Danish counterpart Mette Frederiksen felicitating Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Limited's MD & CEO, Mahendra Singhi and Mr. Carsten Riisberg Lund

Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Ltd, a leading Indian cement major and a subsidiary of Dalmia Bharat Limited, one of India’s leading cement manufacturers and FLSmidth & Co. A/S, a major supplier of engineering, equipment and service solutions to the global mining and cement industries, have signed an MoU to collaborate in the research and development of disruptive solutions for next generation cement manufacturing.

on a wide spectrum of focus areas such as creating new ideas and breakthrough solutions to substitute conventional energy with renewable resources through chemical composition analysis and innovations in the combustion methods. They will also work to identify solutions to eliminate greenhouse gases and other emissions to reach the long term goal of zero emissions by integrating primary mitigation and filtration methods.

Signed under the “Green Strategic Partnership” initiatives of Denmark and India that cover all aspects of energy and climate changes, the MoU forms a cornerstone exchange of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s three nation European visit, focussed to boost ties in the areas of trade, energy and green technology. With the acquiescence of both the Prime Ministers and the concurrence of the Denmark Government, it would now be possible to set up industrial demonstration projects under Green Strategic Partnership for new and emerging decarbonisation technologies.

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Cement (Bharat) Ltd, said, “In alignment with the ambitious Net Zero vision of our Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modiji and given the strength and stature of our respective organisations, this association will provide futuristic solutions to the cement and concrete industry to emerge clean and green.” “The extensive scope of the MoU will leave a significant impact on key areas like fossil fuel substitution with industrial wastes, possibilities of implementing carbon capture and usage in cement plants and low carbon GHG cements. For India and Dalmia Cement in particular, we are keen to develop a roadmap for the implementation of Industry 4.0 with totally decarbonised cement plants and a Lighthouse cement factory in the country, strictly adhering to the business philosophy: Clean and Green is Profitable and Sustainable.” Mr. Carsten Riisberg Lund, Cement Industry President, FLSmidth, said, “A green transition of the cement industry is at the core of what we do, and we are pleased to work alongside Dalmia Cement in reaching our joint ambitions. Through our MissionZero initiative, we are

supporting customers in both the mining and cement industries move towards zero emissions by 2030. Today’s signing marks the start of a collaboration to accelerate the development and implementation of the solutions needed to decarbonise the cement and concrete industry, exploiting our respective advantages as industry leaders.” Regarding the current status of the cement industry, both Dalmia Cement and the FLSmidth observe that while there were several impressive improvements in areas such as grinding, transportation, emissions control, quality control, automation, etc over the past century or so, the most significant innovation was the change of the pyro process, from wet to dry process. In the recent 50 years, most of technical improvements were focused to reach optimal performance and production. Though available technologies allow to be compliant to applicable environmental standards, Dalmia and FLSmidth are convinced that substantial gains can be achieved following a Clean, Green, Profitable and Sustainable solutions development as well as adoption in the industry. CM

EXCON, a construction equipment event, is promoting a road show in Mysuru

Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) organised a road show in Mysuru to announce EXCON, which witnessed participation of senior officials from the Karnataka Government along with industry leaders and stakeholders from the infrastructure and construction equipment sectors. EXCON, organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), is South Asia’s largest construction equipment and construction technology trade fair. The event is scheduled from May 17 to 21 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), Bengaluru. The road show in Mysuru was to promote the event. www.constructionmirror.com

EXCON is expected to attract over 1,000 exhibitors from India and abroad, including from USA, UK, France, Germany, Italy, UAE, South Korea, Singapore and Sri Lanka. The 5-day exhibition is expected to attract over 40,000 business visitors from all over the world. Dr Bagadi Gautam, Deputy Commissioner, Mysuru, said India is projected to become the third largest construction market globally by 2022, with a plan to spend $1.3 trillion on infrastructure during 2019-23, focused on sustainable development. India will be the world’s fastest-growing major economy, the start of a long-term trend. He believes that India will definitely overtake China within 10 years. EXCON endeavors to build India’s infrastructure in an ecologically sustainable manner, enabling projects on Smart Cities, supporting Swachh Bharat programmes, promoting skill development and positioning ‘Make in India’ as the national agenda for achieving holistic growth in the infrastructure and related sectors. CM 41

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An Ideal platform for Construction Equipments to the door steps at Commercial City-Vizag The 5th Edition of ANDHRA PRADESH CONSTRUCTION & BUILD TECH EXPO will be held on 15-17 July 2022 at V Conventions Center, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India. ‘Shiny Group’ is the organiser of this Mega event. This event will focus exclusively on construction equipment, mining materials and vehicles and building materials and machinery. This exhibition will highlight the needs and challenges within the capital region area of Andhra Pradesh as well as the opportunities on offer. The expo provides the practical platform offering manufactures and suppliers to this thriving Industry access to the entire concrete ecosystem. The visitors includes hundreds of public and private Sector participants such as architects, project owners, engineers, concrete technologists, government representation, who are driving the regions built environment. Andhar Pradesh Construction Expo offering the unique and invaluable opportunity to the participants to engage and interact with potential and existing customers in this region.

Why this Expo in Visakhapatnam

Since, the Construction activity is going on at brisk pace, in and around Vishakapatnam as well as in Andhra Pradesh. There is the need of the hour to bring new technologies, equipment’s, products and services related to the construction industry to the door steps of the stake holders. It is well known that Vizag (Visakhpatnam) is the Commercial City of the country, Which has placed in 9th position in Economical growth. The construction activity is rapidly growing in this region and the Government of AP has recently announced this city as the Executive Capital of the state.

Eager to grab technologies

The start-ups and the entrepreneurs as a whole are on the toes to grab opportunities. Since the chances are

plenty for local players as some overseas companies are taking up the task of building the capital city, Andhra Pradesh Construction & Build Tech Expo- 2020 will be a boon for local players to upgrade themselves with the advanced and state-of-the-art technologies.

Conference Theme

we hope that AP CONSTRUCTION & BUILD TECH EXPO 2022 is being organized on right time at right place and definitely will cater to the needs of the construction sector. Apart from 3 days exhibition a one day Technical Conference and Work shop will be organized on 16th July 2022 with the theme “Modern Trends and Technologies in Construction Industry – Challenges and Opportunities.”

About Organisers

Shiny Trade Exhibitions is the organiser of various trade Shows and Exhibitions in India and other Countries. Shiny Exhibitions is a Wing of ’ Shiny Group’ of Companies. Shiny Group has involved in various activities like publications, Trade Fairs and Exhibitions organising, Construction etc.., Shiny Group has been organising Exhibitions since 1994 in construction Industry, Agriculture, Rice Industry, Bearing Industry, Medical, Satellite and cable Industry, Aquaculture. Apart from India Shiny Group has organised Exhibitions in Bangladesh, Srilanka, Nepal, Thailand Countries. Now, over the last 5 years, with a vast international and domestic exposure, Shiny Group has conquered a prominent success by organizing many International and domestic expos in Indian sub continent, countries like Bangladesh, Srilanka and Nepal. Shiny Trade Expositions has a strong vision taking the technology to the doorsteps of the end user. Lab to land is the prime objective of the Organisers. We always strive to bridge the gap between the producer and the consumer. We ensure utmost satisfaction to both sections. CM

Global Home Automation Market Current Trends, Top Companies, and Forecast to 2028

Home Automation Market: Global Size, Trends, Competitive, Historical & Forecast Analysis, 2021-2027Increasing importance and rising adoption of Internet of Things (IoT) in developing and developed nations, growing purchasing power of the people, rising investment in building infrastructure, growing dependence on technology, and government support are some of the key factors of this market. Home automation plays an important role in the modern era because of its efficiency in using it at various locations with high precision, saving money and time by reducing human hard work. It includes the control and computerization of lighting, heating, CONSTRUCTION MIR ROR

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drying, aerating and cooling, security & also home machines, for example, washer or dryers, stoves, fridges/coolers. Home devices are an important component of the internet of things as they can be monitored and managed remotely through the Internet. As compared to traditional methods, the loss of power can be minimized, and the amount of manpower needed for home automation is very low. Home automation systems can be more effective and convenient to use. When using traditional wall switches to operate loads, it protects against electrical power short circuits. More security is provided by a home automation system that includes automatic door locking and security cameras. CM www.constructionmirror.com

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Construction Equipment - Preventive Maintenance Benefits And Checklists In the construction sector, where business objectives are rigorously time and margin oriented, modern construction equipment is critical. Modern construction equipment is extremely fast and dependable, and it has high-quality control systems built into it as it has progressed through time. The proper use of this equipment contributes to the project's economics, quality, safety, speed, and timeliness. It optimises the use of material, manpower, money, and the scarcity of competent and efficient labour while also keeping a close eye on the quality controls in place. One of your most valuable assets is your construction equipment. Downtime and maintenance expenses can have an impact on project deadlines and earnings when something goes wrong with it. These are just a few of the reasons why it's critical

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to follow the manufacturer's instructions for correct usage, conduct pre and post-operation inspections, and be proactive about preventative maintenance. It's also crucial to be aware of frequent warning indications that your heavy equipment is being overworked. Excessive wear and tear might occur if your machines are overworked. It has the potential to reduce power and efficiency while also causing harm. This reduces productivity, needs additional maintenance and repairs, necessitates more frequent part replacements, and raises costs and profits in various ways. Prevention of Construction Equipment from Hot Weather Warm to scorching weather may take an extra toll on construction machinery in various parts of India over the summer and beyond. Operating big machines

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necessitates extra safeguards and constant attention to maintenance activities that keep heavy equipment running smoothly in the heat. Naturally, the value of preventative maintenance cannot be emphasised. It's critical for keeping your fleet running at maximum capacity, efficiency, and safety, as well as avoiding costly downtime, repairs, and part replacements. It also helps your machines last longer. This entails specialised maintenance to keep big machinery running smoothly in the heat. •

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Ensure that machines have the required level of coolant, the correct coolant-to-water ratio, and adequate oil during daily checks. In the heat, heavy machinery consumes these fluids at a quicker rate. The OEM handbook can provide information on the proper types and amounts.

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Because heat degrades grease's sticky qualities, use a thicker grease. For details on what sort of grease to use, where to apply it, and how often to reapply it, consult the OEM handbook.

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Remove Any Debris or Dirt: Remove any dirt, mud, debris, and materials from around the radiator and other engine parts, as well as from the engine compartment; all engine parts must be able to move, breathe, and cool correctly, but any foreign matter might obstruct this.

Inspect the Exterior: Make sure there are no apparent leaks or pools of fluid under the machine; if there are, the cause must be located and the leak fixed. Inspect the tyres, rims, and undercarriage for dirt or debris collection, excessive wear, and any obvious damage; faults in these areas can pose major safety concerns and reduce the machine's performance.

Check Warning Lights: Warning lights are an important warning symbol, which should come as no surprise. The equipment's sensors have discovered a problem, and we're alerting you about it. Ignoring (or concealing with electrical tape) bright warning light will not solve the situation. The equipment is likely being

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Examine the air, gasoline, oil, and other filters for damage or leaks; replacing a faulty filter is typically inexpensive and simple, but that isn't always the case with the harm that untreated filter problems may do.

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thorough heavy equipment inspections both before and after operations. These checks are essential for worker safety near machinery and are an important component of preventative maintenance. Before and after getting into any taxi, operators should glance at and for the items listed below. Of course, some heavy equipment has unique parts, functionality, or other variables that demand specialist inspection regions; for specific instructions and suggestions, see the machine's operator's manual.

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overworked and underserviced if the indication lights come on more frequently than normal. And it's even worse if they go out without the issue being resolved; it signifies the light has most likely burned out due to being on for too long or too frequently. Malfunctions: This is one of the more visible symptoms that your heavy equipment is being overworked. Machines should not break down if they are utilised properly and repaired on a regular basis. Downtime is a tremendous annoyance that may throw a project's timeline off, and it's also expensive. While machine failure is an inherent component of the industry, it is typically avoided. If it's occurring to one or more of your computers on a regular basis, you're probably overworking them by leaving them in use for too long, overextending their capabilities, or failing to do simple maintenance. Check Fluid Levels: Fluid management must be carefully monitored to ensure the longevity and productivity of your equipment. If engine or transmission oils, hydraulic fluids, coolants, or other fluids are consistently low, even when checked and replaced on a regular basis, the equipment is most likely overworked. It's also possible that there's a leak someplace. If you can't see it on the outside of the machine, the problem might be an interior seal that has cracked. Fluids frequently leak into other components of the engine or hydraulic system as a result of this. Check Exhaust Colour: The exhaust of an automobile or construction equipment might reveal crucial information about its condition. Exhaust should be colourless in most cases (though it's typical for it to seem somewhat yellowish at first). If the exhaust from a piece of heavy equipment becomes visible, it's an indication that you're overworking it and that something is wrong with it. Here's some background on the various exhaust colours and what they mean.

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Check Unusual Sounds: Other reliable warning indications that your heavy machinery is overworked include auditory. Operators and other on-site employees should be familiar with the typical noises of the heavy equipment they use. They should also be on the lookout for new or changing noises, since this is a significant indicator that something isn't quite right. It's time for a machine inspection if you hear rattling, clanking, hissing, or notable variations in the loudness or pitch of typical sounds, among other noises.

Machine Prevention Checklist Checklists must be comprehensive, including every critical and non-critical maintenance point specific to a certain piece of equipment. They detail what should be done and when it should be done. They also remind maintainers to anticipate problems so that they may take preventative action before something goes wrong. A heavy machinery maintenance checklist could include the following tasks: Batteries: Batteries are infamous for losing charge or dying unexpectedly. A battery's age, voltage retention, and acid ratio should all be included in a checklist. The terminal and cable conditions are also crucial. Belts: Compressors, alternators, and pumps are all driven by belts in most construction equipment. An equipment list should include belt age, fraying, slackness, and discolouration. Body: Using a checklist, inspect and note the general state of your body. Take note of any damage, corrosion, looseness, or paint flaws. Brakes: The condition of your brakes should be towards the top of your checklist. The condition of the pads and shoes, as well as the health of the drums and discs, are all important considerations. Fluid levels, pressures, and cable conditions are all important. Coolants: Radiator and gearbox coolants reveal a lot about the condition of the equipment. www.constructionmirror.com

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Aside from acceptable levels and typical hues, coolants should be analysed on a regular basis to look for interior issues that aren't visible to the naked eye.

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Electricals: Checkpoints for electrical components extend beyond battery conditions. Voltage and amperage testing, cable inspection, and fuse conditions should all be included in checklists. Exhaust System: Exhaust systems reveal a lot about the performance of an engine. Smoke is another potential sign, as is unusual sound. Clamps and hangers, for example, should have their own checklist boxes. Filters: There must be a check-off for each filter on the equipment. This contains filters for oil, gasoline, air, and hydraulic fluid. Cabin filters are another possibility. Filters were cleaned or changed, for example, according to the checklist. Fluids: Every regular service inspection must include a check of the machinery fluids. Engine oil, hydraulic oil, transmission fluid, and engine coolant fluid analysis is similar to a blood test for people. They show what's going on within the machinery. Injectors: Injectors are used to provide fuel to diesel engines. Injectors that are clogged or malfunctioning have an influence on power and efficiency. Cleaning or replacing injectors should be on any equipment maintenance checklist. Lubricants: Greasing and lubrication are, of course, listed on a check sheet. Important moving regions, such as joints and sleeves, should also be included on the list. Tires: If the equipment is on wheels, it must be included in the checklist. Tire wear, tread depth, and pressure should all be recorded. Another point to add to the list is balance. Tracks: On a maintenance checklist, tracked equipment demands specific attention. Treads, cleats, and idlers should all have their boxes, as well as be in good working order.

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Preventive maintenance is more resilient than routine maintenance because it considers the larger picture. To minimise unexpected breakdowns, service personnel seek for faults early on and undertake maintenance while the equipment is still operational. Preventive maintenance can be done on a regular basis (planned inspections) or dependent on consumption (every 10,000 km). As you can see, preventive maintenance is more expensive than routine maintenance, which is why it's critical to determine which equipment to maintain routinely and which might benefit from preventative maintenance strategically. Longevity: Construction equipment and machinery endure longer when normal and preventative maintenance is performed. There's no denying that well-maintained machines and various construction equipment components last longer than those that aren't. Servicing machines on a regular basis enhances their life and hence their availability. When difficulties are avoided, equipment is always accessible when it is needed. Availability: Any heavy machinery that breaks down unexpectedly is out of commission. This not only makes them unprofitable due to unavailability, but it also makes it costly to remove them from service and undertake unanticipated repairs. When a machine is not accessible for use, the equipment operator frequently sits idle. This results in increased costs due to human and equipment downtime. Expenses: Breakdowns aren't something you prepare for. They aren't even budgeted costs. Budgets are used by every productive heavy equipment firm. Routine and preventative maintenance work is planned and budgeted for. Sudden breakdowns frequently exceed budgetary limits. Repair expenditures, when combined with lost income due to equipment downtime, add up to costly charges that might have been avoided with periodic maintenance. www.constructionmirror.com

Safety: Ones that are reliable are also safe machines. Keeping all construction equipment in good working order and repairing it on a regular basis greatly improves its safety. Workers may be put in risk if a component fails unexpectedly, and the environment may also be harmed. Keeping construction equipment safe is part of a preventive maintenance program.

reliable. Operators are demoralised by poorly maintained equipment, and they rapidly acquire a lack of confidence, which leads to business disdain. As a result, there is a lack of safe operation or a failure to disclose possible issues. Routine maintenance might help you avoid poor self-esteem. Litigation: Accidents sometimes happen, no matter how well-maintained construction equipment is. When they do, authorities and inquiries into the reason are almost always involved. If the disaster was caused by carelessness owing to inadequate maintenance, www.constructionmirror.com

Why Preventive and Routine Maintenance is Important? Construction equipment lifetime and availability are extended and ensured by a well-established programme combining routine and preventative maintenance activities. In addition to lowering overall business expenditures, a successful preventative maintenance programme boosts worker confidence and enhances safety. It also reduces the risk of lawsuits if something goes

wrong. Preparing a normal and preventative maintenance schedule isn't difficult at all. It's all about a construction company's dedication to inventory management and taking proactive actions to do so. A regular and preventive maintenance programme simply lays out a predetermined schedule and develops procedures for ensuring that it is followed.

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Confidence: Machine operators, like construction equipment, are precious assets. Operators, on the other hand, are human beings with emotional needs. One of them is knowing that the equipment they're working with is safe and

the equipment owner would be held liable. It may result in legal action. The risk of costly lawsuit is considerably reduced if there is a clear trail of regular and preventative maintenance.

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of the most crucial duties in any equipment service, is also included. Visual inspections, on the other hand, are critical. They go beyond normal maintenance and make it proactive. The third element is a proactive part replacement. Mechanics discover parts that are showing signs of wear or are nearing the end of their expected life. Before they cause difficulties, they're replaced. Milestones and intervals need to be met on a regular basis. Seasonal fluctuations, working situations, and equipment operating duration are all important variables to consider. The finest guidance is derived from a mix of the machinery owner's handbook and on-site operators' and maintainers' expertise.

Know the Types of Equipment Failure? Unexpected Equipment Failure: This occurs when heavy equipment fails abruptly and unexpectedly, and it is the most dangerous of all equipment failures. In most cases, there is no contingency plan in place for equipment downtime, and construction equipment must be removed from operation until it can be repaired. Repairs for sudden failures are the most expensive of all failure kinds, due to unanticipated costs such as mechanic fees and ordering components. These breakdowns normally occur as a result of a component wearing down, and they may be avoided by performing periodic and preventative maintenance checks. Failure that Comes and Goes: This isn't a complete failure, but rather a series of little

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faults that new operators may overlook. Sputtering or momentary halting are common symptoms. If the operator is skilled, he or she will detect the intermittent failure and take action to resolve it. Intermittent failures, if ignored, might gradually lead to dramatic breakdowns. Routine and preventative maintenance can also help prevent intermittent failure. Gradual Failure: Gradual failure occurs over time and is typically caused by normal wear and tear on the equipment. The good news is that progressive breakdowns take time to develop and may be readily prevented with frequent maintenance. Gradual failure, if ignored, can eventually lead to intermittent failure. Failure Caused by Thermal Issues: Changes in temperature, such as excessive heat or cold, drive construction equipment to its limits, resulting in a sudden stress failure. Thermally caused failures can be avoided by understanding the equipment's temperature limitations and anticipating temperature fluctuations. Failure Caused by Mechanical Forces: Mechanically induced failure is just what it sounds like—failure caused by a component breaking or failing in construction equipment. Lack of lubrication, equipment misuse, overexertion, or crashes are the most common causes. Routine and preventative maintenance, as well as ensuring that parts are lubricated, fasteners are tightened, and moving parts are properly aligned, can help prevent mechanically caused failures. CM

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Mr. Deepak Miglani General Manager, Industrial Lubricants

ExxonMobil Lubricants Pvt. Ltd.

Ensure your equipment lasts as long as what it builds, so you can focus on creating a thriving and sustainable future

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Q. How choosing the right lubricant is essential Q. What products in ExxonMobil’s portfolio can

to improve construction equipment reliability and productivity and reduce breakdowns?

Q. How can premium lubricants lower heavy equipment costs and improve performance?

With more focus on durability, fuel efficiency and dual function, the quality of lubricants matter the most when it comes to ensuring seamless and unhindered equipment performance in the construction industry. Lubricants should be regarded as an integral part of the component of machines to lower unwanted maintenance costs and significantly improve performance. Premium lubricants are manufactured to be much more robust and able to hold their characteristics under extreme conditions – maintaining engine health for a longer period. With less oil drain interval, better performance of machines can be achieved with fewer gallons burned each day. Most premium lubricants are designed exclusively for a specific type of equipment to last longer and yield improved productivity. Premium lubricants are designed to optimize friction and help reduce fuel consumption. Even a small improvement in each system will make a huge difference in overall machine efficiency and opting for a premium lubricant can add to overall profitability. www.constructionmirror.com

With 150 years of formulating advanced lubrication solutions, Mobil™ Lubricants has earnt its reputation as a leading industrial provider. Mobil’s diesel engine oils under the Mobil Delvac MX™ ESP 15W-40 are formulated with a mixed detergent system that delivers cutting-edge performance in both new and older engines. Along with assuring excellent control of oil thickening due to soot build-up and outstanding TBN retention for long drain intervals, the product provides outstanding resistance to oil consumption, oxidation, corrosive and abrasive wear, and high-temperature deposits. Additionally, the Mobil Delvac 1™ ESP 5W-40 is an advanced synthetic heavy-duty diesel engine oil that helps extend engine life while providing long drain capability and potential fuel economy for modern and latest diesel engine technologies operating in severe applications. ExxonMobil had achieved a breakthrough with its Mobil DTE 10 Excel™ Series of premium hydraulic oils. The products exhibit outstanding oxidation and thermal stability – allowing long oil life and reduced deposit formation in harsh conditions, and with severe hydraulic systems using high pressure, high output pumps. Similarly, Mobil’s greases have also shown proven results in improving regreasing intervals, enhancing equipment life and providing exceptional protection even in extreme conditions. For instance, the Mobilgrease XHP™ 462 Moly is fortified with 3% molybdenum disulphide and is particularly recommended for applications such as bucket pins and fifth wheels, where sliding friction and oscillating motion can lead to rupturing of the oil film, resulting in metal-to-metal contact.

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Lubricants play a vital role, especially in the construction and mining segments, where equipment needs to perform under severe conditions – from heavy loads and extreme temperatures to excessive wear and dirt along with water contamination. Following these challenges, machine breakdown is possible and can lead to long unplanned downtime and unexpected costs. With engine oils, some key considerations are viscosity grade and performance attributes. For construction equipment working in warmer conditions, a heavier grade oil may be more suitable. These oils are often better suited for higher operating temperatures by ensuring adequate lubricant flow and subsequent protection of critical engine components. Another consideration is the lubricants’ ability to resist thermal and oxidative breakdown, especially when exposed to oxygen and certain metals or compounds at high temperatures. Thus, choosing the right lubricant is essential to improve reliability, boost productivity and reduce the frequency of breakdowns.

help the contractors in meeting their sustainability objectives and improving equipment efficiency?

. What services are being offered by ExxonMobil in the construction and mining segment?

Digitalization, especially in monitoring equipment health and performance, can significantly cut down costs of oil replacement and improve profit margins for the construction industry. In the past year, our remote services under Mobil Serv SM Lubricant Analysis (MSLA) have assisted construction businesses in evolving their core practices for better efficiency and productivity. The latest offering from Mobil under MSLA – Mobil ServSM IIoT Insights – is proving to be game-changing in integrating automation with 55

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efficiency. It is a critical cloud-based solution that turns insights into action, taking businesses towards improved efficiency and overall productivity. Additionally, Mobil’s field engineers inspect, report and document the condition of gears, bearings, lubricants, lubrication systems, seals and housings of critical enclosed gear units. The inspection results can improve the life and performance of heavy-duty hydraulic systems, gear units, as well as estimate gear life and the impact of recommended improvements in operation and maintenance.

Q. What positive impact will the Budget 2022-23

performance security in proportion to the work already executed, among others. The Budget reaffirms India’s commitment to macroeconomic stability and prudent fiscal management – focusing on infrastructure, sustainability and inclusive growth and looks promising to arrest the downturns and boost India’s economic recovery. *For more details, please visit mobil.in/business (Exxon Mobil Corporation has numerous affiliates, many with names that include ExxonMobil, Exxon, Esso and Mobil. For convenience and simplicity, those terms and references to “corporation”, “company”, “ExxonMobil”, “EM”, and other similar terms are used for convenience and may refer to one or more specific affiliates or affiliate groups.) CM

have on the infra industry?

The Union Budget 2022-23 has provided an additional boost to the construction sector. The gross budgetary support towards capital expenditure has been increased significantly to INR 7.5 lakh crore in FY23, with the infrastructure sector being the key beneficiary. There has been a major focus on railways and drinking water capital expenditure budgeted to increase to INR 2.45 lakh crore. The Budget also provides significant cashflow support to contractors with the monthly billing initiative and release of retention money/

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Mr. Dheeraj Panda Chief Operating Officer (Sales, Marketing & Customer Support)

Sany Heavy Industry India Pvt. Ltd.

SANY group follows the mission of "Quality changes the world". Keeping this core mission in mind we commit our energies and resources to bring in quality in all aspects of our business and contributing to society. We try to inculcate this through manufacturing world-class products and providing a first-class experiences to our customers. SANY is represented by its 42 dealers and more than 210+ Service Branches across India and South Asia. We have 350+

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Since 1989, SANY’s vision to build a first-class enterprise, to foster first-class employees, and to make first-class contributions to society has never wavered. How has been SANY’s successful journey till now?

The story of Sany India began with importing 4 motor graders dating back to 2002. It was the first time when Sany entered Indian market. Building further on the entry in India, we set up branch offices in 6 central cities, with a promise to serve customers in every state. We became an export hub of construction equipment for Africa, Middle East, South & South East. Our company has been profitable since 2016, has been gaining market share for the last 5-6 years and now leads the domestic construction equipment market in multiple segments like cranes, piling rigs, excavators, mining equipment, port machinery and road machines. With country’s progress and development being our focal point, we are contributing towards many major developmental projects by offering products that are unmatched in the industry as far as quality, technology, productivity and efficiency is concerned. Having gained customer’s trust over the years, Sany India has established a firm foothold in the Indian market with several new projects likely to commence in the next few months.

Q. What are the new products showcased by SANY in recent years?

We have launched many products in the recent years in various categories like earth moving equipment, foundation equipment, asphalt equipment and special application machines. All have stayed true to the company’s vision of quality changes the world. Our upcoming products will see an improvement in terms of technological upgrade in the coming months as per market needs. However, our adherence to stringent quality methods will continue to remain the same irrespective of the times we live in.

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teams to ensure that our machines are always up and running. In terms of technical support, we have multilingual Call Centre for Customer Assistance and On-site support for resolution of service in addition to provision of Machine Health Check-up by experts once every 90 days. We have already developed our EVI & root cloud app which helps our customers to monitor and analyse the real time performance of the machine on site and act accordingly. It is helpful in managing a single or fleet of machines and get real-time updates of the machine performance which is tracked by GPS installed hardware. Our mobile-based applications eliminate the need for physical interaction with customers. Due to COVID-19, several industries are now using new technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, data analytics, etc. How is the construction and infrastructure industry using these technologies? Does it affect the industry or employment? Technology must be incorporated in machines so as to achieve optimum cost effectiveness, efficiency and productivity. Innovative tools, construction equipments and machinery will reshape the industry as our adoption to emerging technologies gains pace. To improve efficiency and quality of construction, there has been an increase in the usage of telematics, automation, and machine control technologies. Yes, the construction equipment industry is using technology in a very big way. Today we can see that all the equipment that is made and sold in India has got internet connectivity for getting data about the equipment's performance. Customers have access to that data on a daily basis or it is available to customers through portals. Such data is being utilised by customers on a daily basis to improve the efficiency of their operations. The construction equipment industry is working very aggressively to further improve the AI so that customers will be able to get a complete analysis of the data and pro-active signals to improve performance. In the future, they will have a pro-active mechanism of getting information about their products and of course, they will get pro-active signals through this AI.

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Yes we are launching new products in all the verticals that we operate, all our upcoming products will see an improvement in terms of technological upgrade as per market needs. However, our adherence to stringent quality methods will continue to remain the same.

Q. What positive impact will the Budget 2022-23 have on the infra industry?

The major highlight of the announcements made in the budget for us is the Big infra spending boost of Rs. 7.5 Lac Crores in financial year 2022 - 23. Provision for Rs. 1 lac crores - 50-year interest free loans to state government over and above the current limit will surely put more money in the hands of the state government to increase spending on infrastructure development. Green bonds announced in the budget session also look very promising in order to reduce the carbon intensity of our economy. Increasing impetus given on the 7 engines of growth in the Pradhan Mantri Gaati Shakti program shows the government’s commitment towards rapid 360-degree growth in the overall infrastructure sector. Some key measures announced in the budget are a definitive step towards this goal. Expanding highways by 25000KMS, will prove to be a major growth booster for our economy. Similarly, Multi modal logistics facilities were previously not given the due attention it needed but thankfully this year’s budget seems to have changed this trend with the announcement of construction of 100 cargo terminals in the next 3 years.

Q. What will be the industry's outlook

for coming years?

Moving ahead, we shall increase our focus on the road, mining and port sectors in addition to our current strongholds. These sectors are the core drives of the Indian economy which contribute to the country’s GDP. Government's focus on world class infrastructure has fuelled the growth of the road development sector in India. We are also witnessing a remarkable growth in the mining sector especially after the introduction of mining reforms. This has certainly spurred the demands for mining equipment in the CE industry. Similarly, the increasing seaborne trade across the globe is prominently driving the demand for the port equipment market in India. CM

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Mr. Rajiv Poddar Joint Managing Director

Balkrishna Industries Ltd. For over 30 years, BKT has successfully focused on specialist segments such as agricultural, construction, and industrial as well as mining, earthmoving, port, mining, ATV, and gardening applications. Their deep understanding of the OffHighway tire market has led to capabilities to manufacture over 3,200 SKUs which are exported to over 160 countries worldwide.

The

latest

introduction

of XL grip Ultra – in the tipper mining segment is one such, technologically upgraded tire, that BKT offers to suit both

the

mining

and

construction

sector. It is the first tire company in India to produce the all-steel radial OTR tires, thus joining an elite class of allsteel OTR manufacturers in the world. Here's an excerpt from the interview, with

Rajiv

Poddar,

Joint

Managing

Director, Balkrishna Industries Ltd.

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Q. Excon 2021 will be the country's first major

Construction Equipment exhibition since the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic; how is the company looking at leveraging this opportunity for business growth? EXCON is one of the biggest construction equipment and technology expos in South Asia and we have been one of the oldest partners. Being a dynamic rostrum that promotes sustainability, growth, and connectivity, EXCON has been giving a platform to showcase product development in the construction equipment industry. With a large footfall across from the construction equipment segment in addition to the mining equipment segment to the new technologies for tires and related components. For us, it serves as an incredible opportunity to meet our buyers and connect with our stakeholders.

Q. What are BKT’s areas of expertise and its

R&D forms the very basis of BKT, with consistent investment in R&D, we are constantly developing newer and quality products to meet the requirement of varied machine/equipment operating parameters, in line with OEM up-gradation and innovations. To be in tandem with the emerging needs, we are closely working on projects with major OEMs. One of our major sources of inspiration is a continuous dialogue with users, which allows us to work, design, and develop products that are tailor-made for specific requirements. Our ultimate goal is to make our client’s job sustainable and with the best operative performance. A key to success is quality that permeates every process and detail. For example, having in-house manufacturing of carbon black pigments – a key raw material used in the manufacturing of tires provides us with major autonomy and ensures enhanced quality control throughout the entire supply chain. Additionally, the production of tires with quality materials is supported by our in-house mold design and production unit at Dombivali in Maharashtra. These facilities are instrumental, enabling us to have production flexibility in the production cycle within the shortest possible time, resulting in a faster concept-to-market product rollout. BKT tires are a result of a job philosophy that includes offering a wide range of products, with the best quality, along with the best after-sales service, and training support. Thus ensuring BKT’s reliability to all our clients all over the world.

Q. Kindly enumerate the products and solutions

offered by BKT for tyre industry (in India).

We currently manufacture a range of over 3,200 SKUs, which are exported to more than 160 countries worldwide.

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Q. Which sectors are driving growth for your company’s offerings in India?

We see demand growing from the mining, construction, and agriculture sectors. The mining & construction segment contributes to more than half of off-highway tire sales in India, in addition, agriculture is another biggest segment for off-highway tires. So the entire tire industry is witnessing a spurt in domestic demand and a rapid boost in trade ties within the country.

Q. What are your plans for upcoming years?

For this year, BKT has already rolled out its first radial agricultural tire at its new expanded Bhuj, plant. We have started production at our brand-new, cutting-edge plant (from both a structural and mechanical point of view) in Waluj. The BKT Carbon Bhuj plant was built to provide high-quality carbon black to India and other major markets in the world. The currently installed plant is of 140,000 MT capacity and will be expanded to 280,000 MT in phase 2. The new production facility will accommodate the growing demands for superior quality, technical solutions, and performance. We are gearing up to meet the global demand for super giant tires for giant dumpers and loaders, used in the mining industry. Championing the ‘All-Steel radial tire’ is our Earthmax series, which is designed to equip rigid dump trucks to operate in the most challenging conditions. We recently announced the latest breed of bias mining category i.e. Mineforce. We are also investing in the research and development of 63-inch tires. Every year, BKT adds 80 to 90 new SKUs to meet global demand thanks to extensive R&D, product design, and new product development activities. CM

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initiatives in promoting innovative and sustainable solutions to optimize time and cost benefits for clients?

In the industrial construction segment, BKT has the widest range of tires in tipper mining, backhoe loader, wheel loader, motor graders, and material handling sectors. The latest introduction of XL grip Ultra – in the tipper mining segment is one such, technologically upgraded tire, that BKT offers to suit both the mining and construction sector. In the mining segment, BKT is championing the ‘All-Steel radial tire’, thus at the cusp of transforming the mining and construction industry. Our latest offering, the Earthmax series of tires, that are designed to equip rigid dump trucks operating in the most challenging conditions. These all-steel radial tires have superior technology tread along with high quality and are bound to be a game-changer for the earthmoving segment. BKT recently announced the latest breed of bias mining category i.e. Mineforce. In agriculture tires, BKT’s offering of the ‘Commander’ series another technologically advanced tractor tire, has been appreciated by farmers as the best in the Agri segment.

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Mr. Amit Banerjee Chairman & Managing Director

BEML LIMITED BEML LIMITED is a multi-technology company, operating under 3 distinct business verticals; Mining & Construction, Rail & Metro and Defence & Aerospace, manufactures and supply high quality products for diverse sectors of economy such as Mining (Coal, Iron Ore & Other Minerals), Steel, Cement, Power, Construction, Irrigation, Road, besides supply to Defence & Aerospace and Rail & Metro. Products are serviced through Nationwide Marketing Network.

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On future Plans of “Development of higher capacity equipment like 20 Cu.M Rope Shovel and 24 Cu.M Dragline is in advance stage” Shri MV Rajasekhar, Director (Mining & Construction)

Q. How has been BEML’s journey till now and

also as a successful global player?

Q. What are BEML’s areas of expertise and its

initiatives in promoting innovative and sustainable solutions to optimize time and cost benefits for clients?

BEML has its own world class composite R&D establishment housing laboratories in Fluid Power, Material Science and Structural Engineering and designing and developing world class products, offering a comprehensive and diverse range of mining equipment. We are the indigenous manufacturer of Mining & Construction with maximum local content. This is in line with Government policy of ‘Make in India’ and vision of’“Atmanirbhar Bharat’.

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Q. Kindly enumerate the different products and

solutions offered by BEML.

BEML Limited is a leading multi-technology company; BEML is operating its business in three verticals viz., Mining & Construction, Defence & Aerospace and Rail & Metro. Our Mining & Construction equipment products includes: Dump Trucks, Crawler and Wheel Dozers, Hydraulic Excavators, Wheel Loaders, Motor Graders, Pipe Layers, Tyre Handler, Water Sprinklers, etc.Further, we are in the process of indigenous development of higher capacity equipment like 20 Cu.M Rope Shovel and 24 Cu.M Dragline. BEML offers various maintenance contracts to improve reliability, higher equipment availability, reduce un-scheduled breakdown and availability of expertise at site.

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BEML Limited was established in May 1964 and having more than 5 decades of experience in manufacture of Mining & Construction equipment. BEML LIMITED is a multi-technology company, operating under 3 distinct business verticals; Mining & Construction, Rail & Metro and Defence & Aerospace, manufactures and supply high quality products for diverse sectors of economy such as Mining (Coal, Iron Ore & Other Minerals), Steel, Cement, Power, Construction, Irrigation, Road, besides supply to Defence & Aerospace and Rail & Metro. Products are serviced through Nationwide Marketing Network. We have manufacturing plants at Bangalore, Mysore, Kolar Gold Fields & Palakkad. BEML has regularly added various latest technology Mining and Construction equipment in its product range as per market requirements and there is a regular growth in the company. BEML’s Mining & Construction equipment products includes: Dump Trucks, Crawler and Wheel Dozers, Hydraulic Excavators, Wheel Loaders, Motor Graders, Pipe Layers, Tyre Handler, Water Sprinklers, etc. The success saga in Mining & Construction equipment includes indigenous manufacture of equipment, regular technology up-gradation and providing total product support to the customers with nationwide marketing network. With market driven R&D, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities; BEML is rolling out cutting edge technology products; BEML has increased its International presence to 68 countries around the world.

BEML is having a pan India after sales service network and parts depots with offices strategically located in remote location like Leh and Itanagar also. BEML service engineers are posted in remotely located projects to ensure higher availability of machines through prompt after sales service. Also, our full-fledged service centres and parts depots offer complete equipment care, thus ensuring total customer satisfaction. BEML is manufacturing and supplying latest technology equipment with advance features which provides optimum productivity and reliability.

. Please tell us about a challenging project that was completed successfully with the help of BEML excavators, loaders, and motors graders.

BEML is regularly supplying Hydraulic Excavators, Electric Hydraulic Excavators, Rear Dump Trucks, Motor Graders, Water Sprinklers, Bulldozers, Wheel Loaders, Tyre Handler; to various coal and non-coal mining projects. The equipment are performing to the satisfaction of customers and also meeting all the contracts terms.

Q. What advanced mechanization and technologies

were used to complete the project safely and smoothly?

Coal mining customers are preferring advanced technology higher capacity equipment; which are suitable for bigger mines with higher production capacity. Some of advanced technologies incorporated on the mining equipment include:

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Electronic engines with data logging system. AC drives system for Electric dump trucks which is latest technology, more reliable and has longer life. Environmental friendly Electric Hydraulic Excavators – Driven by Electric Motors. On board payload system for dumpers. Safety features: Operator fatigue monitoring system, Auto Dipping System, Electronic type proximity avoidance system, Front and Rear View Camera, Anti Collision Device and Blind Spot Mirrors. BEML has indigenously developed and manufactured various higher capacity mining equipment: BH150E Electric Dump Truck with 136 MT (150T) payload BH205E Electric Dump Truck with 186 MT (205T) payload Environmentally friendly BE1800E Electric Hydraulic Excavator (180 T class) BE1800D Hydraulic Excavator (180 T class) EQUIPMENT MODEL

BD475-2 Bulldozer (850 HP class) These higher capacity mining equipment are deployed in the field under trial / regular orders and are working satisfactorily.Further, electrically driven mining equipment; Rope Shovel & Dragline which are environmentally friendly and which reduces carbon prints are under development. This is in line with Government’s policy of ‘Make in India’ and the vision of ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat. Construction equipment sector customers also prefer latest technology equipment, which meets the environmental friendly CEV norms and with total product support from the suppliers.

Q. EXCON is going to happen in May. How is BEML going to participate in EXCON-2021? What are your expectations for this big event?

We, BEML Limited are planning for live display of following latest technology construction equipment during EXCON - 2021 Exhibition; which is being held from 17th – 21st May 2022 at BIEC, Bengaluru. SALIENT FEATURES

BG605I

Fitted with BSIV CEV Compliant powerful Diesel Engine with Gross Power 118 kW @ 2200 RPM.

Motor

Power shift electronically controlled Transmission with Auto/Manual mode gear shifting.

Grader

Blade width 3665 mm (12 feet blade) with Tungsten Carbide tipped cutting edges.

Optional attachment: Scarifier and Front Dozer Blade

Fitted with BSIV CEV Compliant Powerful Diesel Engine with Gross Power 98 kW (133 HP) @ 2300 RPM

Powershift Electronically controlled Transmission with Auto/Manual mode gear shifting for smooth operation.

Operating Weight: 11,970 kg

Blade width 3050 mm (10 feet blade) with Tungsten Carbide tipped cutting edges

Equipment is Articulated and fitted with Blade and Scarifier

Fitted with BEML BSAA4D105EG (Electronically Governed) turbocharged Diesel Engine developing 100 FHP @ 2200 RPM for sustained power and economy.

Fitted with Dual path Hydrostatic Transmission

Electronic proportional control joy stick for Travel & Steering and Hydraulic Joy Stick for PAT (Power Angle Tilt) blade control ensure smooth & precise operation

Fitted with integral ROPS-FOPS Cabin.

BD85

Fitted with BEML BS6D125-1, Turbocharged Diesel Engine developing 230 FHP @ 2000 RPM

Bulldozer

Power Shift Transmission

Arm chair steering control with Hexagonal ROPS-FOPS cabin for enhanced operator comfort and excellent visibility

Joy Stick control for effort less operation of work attachment

Fitted with BSIV CEV Compliant Electronically Governed Turbocharged Diesel Engine with Gross Power 165 kW @ 2300 RPM

Full power shift with integral torque converter transmission with Electro Hydraulically controlled direction and range selection.

All Wheel Drive. Hydraulically operated wet multiple disc service brakes. Electro Hydraulic actuated SAHR type parking brake.

Bucket Capacity 3.1 Cu. M (SAE)

Fitted with integral ROPS & FOPS Cabin with excellent visibility.

BG405A Motor Grader

BD50HST Bulldozer

BL30-1 Wheel Loader

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BEML will be showcase its capability related to Mining & Construction equipment at the stall. Further, we will look forward to interact with various customers, vendors, industry experts, government officials, magazine publishers to promote the brand BEML in the EXCON-2022 Exhibition.

Expectation from EXCON 2022 -

Will be able to successfully promote our latest technology Mining & Construction equipment in the market. Interact with customers from different fields and understand their future plans. Networking with domestic components/aggregates suppliers. Interact with Industry experts to understand the market trends. Interact with various Government officials to know the future development plans. Expect to generate Export business.

BEML has indigenously designed and developed various higher capacity mining equipment (150T & 190T Class Dumpers, 180T Class Hydraulic Excavator, 850 HP class Bulldozers) as per requirement of customers and these equipment are working in the field under trial orders. Further, development of other higher capacity equipment like 20 Cu.M Rope Shovel and 24 Cu.M Dragline is under process. BEML with its dedicated R&D is upgrading its construction equipment (Motor Graders & Wheel Loaders) with latest emission norms compliant engines. We are regularly incorporating latest technological and safety features on the Mining & Construction equipment for optimum reliability and productivity. CM

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Tata Hitachi Construction Machinery Company Pvt. Ltd.

Tata Hitachi has been a trusted partner in India's growth story, ever since the increased emphasis on infrastructure and mining sectors. We at Tata Hitachi put in special efforts to forecast trends along with several parameters, including market and regulatory requirements. Based on these forecasts, strategic initiatives are taken by the top management to accordingly invest in new product development. Resources have been enhanced in the areas of engineering design, development, and testing.

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Q. How has TATA HITACHI grown over the years and what a milestone has it achieved? Which are the specialist segments that TATA HITACHI is successfully focused on?

Q. As quality comes with a price, how do you balance quality with affordability?

Tata Hitachi hydraulic excavators are renowned for their superior hydraulics, leading to high operational speeds and low fuel consumption. In addition, their easy maintainability, longer change intervals for consumables and high resale value lead to phenomenally high returns on investment for the customer. We have been able to further enhance productivity by predictive and preventive maintenance through use of cutting-edge telematics solutions. We have also kept abreast of advanced engine technologies as they developed from mechanical to electronic engines, and from naturally aspirated to turbo charged engines to CRDI technology today. We are also currently investing in alternate fuels. Hydraulic excavators are increasingly being used for applications that expand its capabilities beyond just use of buckets for digging and loading. We have therefore introduced a wide range of attachments that can be easily mounted onto our excavators to suit a range of applications. All these initiatives ultimately add up to enhance productivity without compromising on performance, thereby enhancing profitability for the customer.

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Set up in 1961 as the Construction Equipment Division of TATA Engineering and Locomotive Company (TELCO), Tata Hitachi is today one of India’s oldest construction machinery companies and largest excavator company. We have constantly evolved to changing market and customer requirements, to consolidate our leadership position in excavators for sixty years now. We have crossed several milestones in our journey so far, from enhancement of our product portfolio to cater to a range of industries from infrastructure to mining, to adoption and localisation of advanced, cutting edge technologies to setting up of India’s most extensive customer-facing network in the excavator segment. Our service network includes Field Diagnostic Vehicles (FDVs) and mobile workshops that ensure faster reach and immediate on-site resolution of service-related requirements. Our two state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Dharwad, Karnataka and Kharagpur, West Bengal are the backbone of our operations, which reinforces our intent to boost localisation in our drive towards advanced technology adoption, thereby keeping costs low without compromising on quality. We have also set up a full-fledged reman centre at our Kharagpur Plant supplies refurbished hydraulic equipment and aggregates at a fraction of the cost of a new equipment or parts. We also offer a comprehensive range of support solutions that include Full Maintenance Contracts, Annual Maintenance Contracts and Extended Warranty, which help strengthen our relationship throughout the customer life cycle experience.

and improving the quality of potable water in the catchment areas of our manufacturing plants. Our Kharagpur plant has an installed solar capacity of 10.5 MW that meets 74% of our power requirements, while our Dharwad plant has a target to meet 90% of power requirements through solar power through a power purchase agreement. In addition, the admin buildings of both our plants are LEED certified green buildings. We have also special focus accorded to safety, both in terms of employees as well as the safety of our machines.

Q. What are TATA HITACHI areas of expertise

and its initiatives in promoting innovative and sustainable solutions to optimize time and cost benefits for clients? Apart from ensuring that our wheeled equipment adheres to regulatory requirements of CEV-4 emission norms, we are working to ensure that our excavators are also compatible with futuristic emission norms. In addition, we also maintain a constant target of reducing fuel consumption of all our products and models through engineering activities. With our TL340H PRIME, we are also the first and only manufacturer in India, of hydrostatic wheel loaders that assure fuel savings to the tune of 20% over conventional wheel loaders. We have made significant investments in our plants at Dharwad and Kharagpur towards renewable energy, rainwater harvesting and reusing ETP water for irrigation, apart from creating biodiversity parks www.constructionmirror.com

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HITACHI in recent years?

We at Tata Hitachi put in special efforts to forecast trends along several parameters, including market and regulatory requirements. Based on these forecasts, strategic initiatives are taken by the top management to accordingly invest in new product development. Resources have been enhanced in the areas of engineering design, development, and testing. This has led to a faster rate of development and introduction of new products than compared to previous years. In 2013 we launched our advanced, cutting-edge ZAXIS GI Series excavators as part of our global initiative to introduce state-of-the-art international technology in India. As part of our commitment towards environmental obligations, we ensured that our wheeled equipment adheres to regulatory requirements of CEV-IV emission norms. The ball was set rolling with the introduction of our Shinrai Prime backhoe loader in 2018. In 2021 we launched the CEV-IV compliant TL340H Prime wheel loader. We also expanded the Shinrai backhoe loader portfolio during FY2021-22 to include a larger range of machines to cater to a variety of applications. In January 2022, we launched our advanced cutting-edge EX70 Prime Series Hydraulic Excavator, which signalled the introduction of Tata Hitachi’s new range of Prime Series Hydraulic Excavators. We have also introduced a range of indigenously manufactured mini excavators covering both 2-Tonne and 3-Tonne classes that meet the diverse requirements of customers. Some of the key advantages of our range of compact excavators include superior hydraulics, smaller footprint leading to easier manoeuvrability in confined spaces, enhanced digging reach, faster travel speed and turnaround time, superior operator comfort and safety, reliable engine for exceptional performance, higher fuel-Efficiency, a range of bucket and attachment options, and enhanced telematics suite to maximise productivity and machine uptime. These machines are being used in a wide variety of applications from panchayats, town municipalities and city corporations for assistance in Swachh Bharat programme, real estate, agricultural plantations, urban development, roads construction, utility works, to name a few.

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Roads and Highways from 1.96 lakh crores to 2 lakh crores • Water resources driven by Jal Jeevan Mission increased 33% from ₹ 45,000 crores to ₹ 60,000 crores • PMGSY increased 36% from ₹ 14,000 crores to ₹ 19,000 crores • Swachh Bharat Mission increased 19% from ₹ 8,000 crores to ₹ 9,500Crs • Railways, including borrowings, increased 14% from ₹ 2.15 lakh crores to ₹ 2.46 lakh crores • There are also increases under PMAY, Metro Rail, AMRUT and Smart cities programmes Roads and water supply have the highest intensity of use of CE among the major identified demand drivers. The increases in the above-mentioned outlays are enabling drivers for a healthy growth in the CE industry this year. Further the proportion of greenfield multilane highways increasing and the PM Gatishakti Master plan for Expressway being formulated, the increased intensity of CE deployment in these projects will further add to the demand. In addition, the huge backlog in construction has led to extending the target to complete Bharatmala to FY27, which will expedite execution in the coming years. An announcement of start of the Ken-Betwa river linking project has also been made. And Prime Minister’s Development Initiative for North East Region will fund infrastructure to the tune of ₹ 1,500 crores. All this should enable a double-digit growth in equipment used in these applications like excavators, road construction equipment, and crushers, among others.

. What will be the industry's outlook for coming years? What positive impact will the Budget 202223 have on the infra industry?

The union budget 2022-23 has demonstrated continuity and consistency over the previous year, with focus of driving growth by increasing Capex to ₹ 7.5 lakh crores. Within this Capex outlay, the following ministries and programmes are seeing growth over the previous budget:

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The long-term view is also similarly optimistic. Bharatmala 2 is already in the works, and at least three more river linking projects are in advanced stages and are likely to be implemented in the coming years. Jal Jeevan mission targets 2024 to provide piped drinking water to household in rural areas. Railways will need investment of nearly USD 740 billion till 2030, more than half of it in construction and upgradation of lines. Coal India is targeting 1 billion tonnes of coal production by 2024 and 47 coal mines have been auctioned for commercial coal mining. All this will drive sustained demand for a range of construction and mining equipment as well as customised equipment over the years ahead.

Q. How TATA HITACHI is going to participate

in EXCON-2022? What are your expectations for this big event?

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and feel of our machines, which is important in an industry like construction equipment. The forum also provides us an opportunity to demonstrate our technologically advanced and future ready solutions, including our green range of equipment that come with the promise of being more environmentally friendly. During this Excon, we will exhibit our range of Compact, Infra and Mining Equipment, including our recently launched CEV-IV compliant Shinrai Backhoe Loaders and TL340H PRIME Series Hydrostatic Wheel Loader. We will also be introducing new additions to our product portfolio, that include ZW225 our all new 5-Tonne Wheel Loader, and our new cutting-edge indigenously developed mini excavator. Also, on display will be our Prime series EX70, all-new EX200 and ZAXIS Series range of hydraulic excavators. Our support solutions on display will include a range of attachments and genuine spare parts, and our array of service offerings. We will also be showcasing our cutting-edge technologies that include our advanced telematics solutions, ConSite and InSite, and eDost, our newly developed digital platform designed for real-time connect with our customers and other stakeholders for all their needs, from products, services, attachments, and even industry-related information. The underlying theme of our participation at Excon this year will be our trademarked tagline, ‘Chalo Desh Banaye.’ Under this larger theme of nation building, we will also commemorate 60 years of our operations by celebrating ’60 Years of Atmanirbharta,’ to signify our avowed mission to boost localisation while introducing state-of-the-art international technology. CM

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To put this in context, during the pandemic we were successfully able to leverage digital channels for deploying a large part of activities, both internal and external. These activities ranged from sales and production related activities to promotion and marketing related activities. We must however, bear in mind that the construction equipment industry has traditionally been very much physical in nature, from manufacturing to marketing to sales to service. With Excon now taking place again, we at Tata Hitachi are eager as an industry leader to be able to launch new products and showcase our solutions physically to customers after this two-year gap. Excon gives us the ability to give customers, policy makers and other attendees a first-hand touch

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All you need to know about lubrication, its types & benefits Lubrication is the process

lubricants may cost a bit more

of applying oily or greasy

upfront if your dealer or OEM

substances, often known as

recommends them, but the

lubricants, to moving machine

benefits to your equipment

components in order to

will save you money in the

minimise friction and allow

long run.

them to glide smoothly past

Benefits of Proper Lubrications

each other. To minimise metal-

Better Fuel Efficiency: When

to-metal contact and keep the

it comes to engines, friction

machine working effectively,

is one of the most crucial

lubricants produce a coating

factors to consider. You

between the metal surfaces

want to minimise friction in

of machine parts.

the cylinders, bearings, and

When it comes to keeping

other moving parts, but you

your construction equipment running

smoothly,

the

lubricants you use are crucial. Premium lubricants may cost a little more upfront if your dealer or OEM advises them, but the advantages to your equipment over time can actually save your operating costs. The lubricants you use are critical nowadays when it comes to keeping your construction equipment working properly. Premium

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also want the oil to keep its lubricating properties over time. Older oils have a tendency to degrade – they change fast when exposed to heat, water, or air. As a result, you'll have to replace the oil more frequently. Modern lubricants are far more durable and maintain their properties for a much longer time. They're also made to keep debris in suspension so it can be absorbed by the filter,

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which keeps your engine cleaner. All of this

noise. Brake noise is a friction characteristic,

implies that the machine's overall performance

and premium lubricants are designed to

may be maintained for the duration of the

decrease or eliminate it by optimising friction.

drain period. The machine's better performance

Understanding what lubricants are and how they

translates to fewer gallons burnt each day.

operate is critical for improving performance

Reduced Maintenance: The majority of premium

and lowering costs. A prevalent misconception

lubricants are made expressly for the machinery they're meant to be utilised in. For example, Volvo lubricants are designed exclusively for Volvo machinery. They're designed for the equipment's specific temperatures, loads, and speeds. Because they're matched, they lubricate

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better and last longer, resulting in fewer trips to the shop for routine maintenance and repairs. Reduced Machine Loss: Premium lubricants aid in the reduction of machine losses. When it comes to fuel consumption, it's not simply the amount of friction in your engine or the weight you're carrying that matters. It also refers to the quantity of energy used by the equipment itself. Only 20% of the energy from the fuel is converted into meaningful mechanical work in the hydraulic system and wheels, resulting in total energy losses of around 80% for typical

is that an oil is just something purchased off the market that is required to keep a machine working. Premium oils, on the other hand, go through a development period with machine development – the two go hand in hand. They're built to operate together to provide improved performance, lower maintenance, and higher trade-in values in the end.

Different Types of Lubricants Greases: Greases are made by mixing oil (usually mineral oil) and thickeners together (such as lithium-based soaps). Molybdenum disulfide, graphite, and other lubricants can be mixed with other particles. Greases combine well with the lubricants in the oil, providing stickiness and allowing the lubricants to concentrate on the surfaces. Grease can also serve as a barrier, shielding surfaces from impurities that could

construction equipment. Lower viscosity fluids are simpler to pump around, and you may minimise total losses by lowering friction and heat by using them. Even a small improvement in each system will make a huge difference in overall machine efficiency. Improved Friction: Friction has been reduced. Most lubricants are designed to reduce friction, but there are instances when you want to maximise it. In some circumstances, especially with clutches or a wet brake system, you may wish to enhance friction. Obviously, you don't want to reduce friction in a braking system. You want the machine to come to a complete stop, but you also don't want any braking

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harm them.

Dry Lubricants: Dry lubricants contain certain

Oils: Long polymer chains with other additions

types of lubricants such as silicon, molybdenum,

make up these thin liquids. Antioxidants, for example, keep the oil from oxidising, corrosion inhibitors keep the oil from corroding, and detergents keep deposits from forming. They're tough to push out between the lengthy chains' surfaces, but you may create a slick barrier between them by using oil. The viscosity of oils determines their weight. The lower the number, Penetrating Lubricants: You'll understand why these lubricants require their own section if you're a shade-tree technician. A number of stuck-bolt warriors use these lubricants as shields. On the other hand, these coated components, penetrating lubricants, are not intended for long-term lubrication. These oils are particularly created for one purpose: to enter microscopic gaps on surfaces, promote lubrication, and break up the rust, thanks to their low viscosity. Penetrating oils come in a variety of forms, but you must know how to manufacture low-cost penetrating oils.

of these particles is extremely slippery, which lowers friction between these surfaces. They're also available as a spray, which is made up of alcohol, water, or other volatile solvents that evaporate after use.

Different Types of Lubrications Manual Lubrication: Manual lubrication necessitates the use of a grease gun or other traditional lubrication gear by a professional. This technique of lubrication has a number of drawbacks, including increased machine downtime, high maintenance costs, and uneven lubrication (too much, too less or not frequently enough). Automatic Lubrication: An automated lubrication system delivers the proper quantity of oil to your equipment at the right time and in the right location, generally while the machine is running. It takes the place of a traditional lubricating system, resulting in longer equipment life, less wear, and lower maintenance costs.

Benefits of Automatic Lubrication Automatic lubrication reduces wear and extends the life of your equipment by giving the appropriate quantity of oil at the right time and in the right location. To prevent moving

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graphite, and PTFE. The molecular structure

machine parts from rubbing against each other, automatic lubrication generates a thin coating between them. The components will be shielded from wear and will last longer if direct metalto-metal contact is avoided. Automatic lubrication systems deliver tiny quantities of lubricant more often, lowering lubricant usage. This not only saves money on oil and grease, but it also helps the environment. You will save money on spare parts since www.constructionmirror.com

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automated lubrication increases equipment

Automatic systems calculate the precise quantity

life by minimising wear. Furthermore, because

of lubrication needed. Waste, contamination

your equipment does not require manual

of products, and housekeeping difficulties are

point-by-point lubrication by professionals,

all significantly decreased. Improved bearing,

you may significantly reduce your maintenance

gear, and chain lubrication mean less friction

expenditures. When compared to the 15-minute

and less energy use.

inspection and refill time of an autolube system,

There are many different types of automatic

lubing with a grease gun is time-consuming for

Lubricants

technicians.

lubrication systems, such as single-line parallel, series progressive, dual-line, and multi-line, each

It's critical to keep your installations from

with its own set of benefits and application

coming to a halt if you want to increase your

areas. Because of this wide range, generally, any

total production. Automatic lubrication systems,

application can be lubricated with an automatic

unlike manual lubrication, do not require the

lubrication system.

machine to be turned off in order to supply

How Lubricants Prevent Wear and Tear?

extra oil. Lock-out and tag-out processes may

We must first grasp how lubricants function

be avoided, and the machines can continue to

in reducing friction and wear before we can

operate while the lubrication system ensures

understand how temperatures and other

that the proper amount of oil is applied for

operating variables affect lubrication.

optimal lubrication. As a result, automated

The metal surfaces of a lubricated system may

lubrication significantly reduces your labor and downtime.

actually come into touch with each other at early start-up or under strongly loaded conditions,

A machine technician utilizes a grease gun to

such as in gearsets. Lubricants must have the

lubricate all relevant machine components in

necessary viscosity as well as the appropriate

manually lubricated situations. Some critical

anti-wear or extreme-pressure additive chemistry

machine parts are difficult to reach and

to eliminate (or decrease) frictional wear during

require climbing atop the machine, which can

this lubrication situation. The chemical qualities

occasionally be done while it is still operating.

of the additive package will be equally as

This raises significant safety concerns, which can

significant as the physical properties of the oil,

be mitigated by using an automated lubricating

notably viscosity, in boundary circumstances, but

system. Autolube also eliminates the risk of

both will be influenced by operating variables

falling out by avoiding human interaction with

like temperature.

lubricants and spilled oil on the floor.

When a film of oil supports a spinning component, such as a shaft, it stops the shaft from touching the supporting bearing, this lubrication state occurs. This happens when a machine starts rotating and the speeds and stresses are sufficient that a wedge of oil moves between the shaft and bearing surfaces, pushing the shaft away from the bearing surface. A

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crankshaft and journal bearing in a car engine

the moving parts, EHL conditions ensue. When

or a turbine are examples of typical uses.

oil reaches the contact zone between a ball and

To be effective, the oil's viscosity must be such

a raceway, for example, the pressure of the

that the hydrodynamic condition is maintained during all operating conditions, such as high speed and high load, low speed and high load, and low speed and low load.

Lubricants

In contrast to boundary conditions, hydrodynamic lubrication necessitates the preservation of the oil's physical qualities, notably its viscosity, under all circumstances. If the viscosity is lowered too much due to the working circumstances, metal-to-metal contact between the high spots or asperities may develop. When the viscosity of the oil is excessively high (thick), the internal resistance to the shearing of the oil molecules reduces operating efficiency and causes temperatures to rise substantially. A

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oil rises dramatically. This pressure raises the viscosity of the oil, which raises the pressure even further. The pressure builds up to the point where the oil becomes a pseudo-solid. This will somewhat distort the components' contact zones, altering the rolling element's contact regions elastically. At the same time, the oil film thickness will prevent surface high spots or asperities from breaking the oil film as the rolling components rotate through the contact zone, providing the oil's physical parameters such when viscosity and viscosity index are correct for the application. Because temperature has a direct effect on an oil's viscosity, inappropriate or atypical operating temperatures will obstruct the production of the elastohydrodynamic lubricating layer. In bearings, the production of EHL coatings is invariably followed by a rise in temperature. Severe damage can occur if the temperature rises high enough to drastically lower the viscosity of the oil.

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bC expo India Pvt. Ltd. bauma CONEXPO INDIA is going to happen on 31st January to 3rd February 2023 at India Expo Centre (IEML), Greater Noida – Delhi NCR, Uttar Pradesh; which is the International Trade Fair for Construction Machinery, Building Material Machines, Mining Machines, and Construction Vehicles in India. bauma INDIA is presented by two of the most successful international trade-fair organizers: Messe München, organizer of bauma, and the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, organizer of CONEXPO-CON/AGG. In a very short time, their combined expertise has made bauma CONEXPO INDIA a must-attend event for the international construction machinery industry. CONSTRUCTION MIR ROR

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Q. How is the 6th edition of bauma CONEXPO

INDIA shaping up?

The last edition of bauma CONEXPO INDIA saw a 30% jump in participation over the previous year, bringing in exhibitors from over 26 countries. bauma and the AEM network play a key role here in bridging the construction equipment industry with knowledge,technology and Market opportunities.Last edition we saw 668 exhibitors from 26 countries and 39,173 participants from 61 countries.

The pent up demand post the pandemic for an effective market place that can convert these opportunies to commerce should see bauma CONEXPO INDIA grow exponentially in the coming edition. MMI’s efforts will be specifically aimed at enabling meaningful handshakes to unlock these business opportunities.

Q. How many vistiors and exhibitors are you

expecting?

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Q. bauma CONEXPO INDIA 2023 looks to be

the largest event for bauma CONEXPO INDIA brand in scale and size this year, can you share what visitor promotion activities are undertaken to attract visitors national and international as that is the most crucial aspect? Given the post-pandemic challenges, we have intensified our promotional efforts. Besides the usual engagement activities, we are, in association, with Industry bodies and our international offices executing a 2 pronged engagement exercise. Whilst an extensive engagement activity will look at building confidence in shows, an independent exercise for promotions is being led by a specially commissioned customer success team. Special roadshows are being planned both nationally and internationally in collaboration with our international offices and the AEM network. These roadshows help in instilling confidence in Trade shows and in championing participation at bauma CONEXPO INDIA. We are supplementing our understanding of industry needs by participating in Regional/Local association chapter meetings. These insights will be leveraged to effectively attract the most relevant target groups via customized promotions.

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We will look to harness the business potential of all the the proposed infrastructure projects in the north such as the recent impetus on the Infrastructure sector through the Gati Shakti National Master Plan and focus on the development of transport infrastructure aligned with the National Infrastructure Pipeline is a welcome move. With strong initiatives like these and several projects that are locally planned in the state of Uttar Pradesh and the Northern Region – bauma CONEXPO INDIA will play a crucial link between participants and the government’s decisionmakers. At the event we will unlock business opportunities being created by the government’s push to Infrastructure growth via meaningful handshakes between all the stakeholders in the ecosystem. I assure you and the industry that getting the right delegates, exhibitors, and visitors is our top priority, and we will invest time and budgets to accomplish this. and more. These are large projects that will fuel the development and growth in Northern India, thereby increasing the CE numbers from the industry to fulfill this huge demand. We will bring the most suited target audience to be present from similar projects across India.

As conveyed above, MMI’s will spare no effort in bringing the entire construction ecosystem to bauma CONEXPO INDIA 2023. Initiatives such as road shows, Industry alignemnets, association alignements, Media partnerships are all being rolled out as we speak to ensure bauma CONEXPO INDIA 2023 sees a vertical spike in relation to last editions numbers that were already unamimously appreciated by the exhibitors.

Q. What concurrent conference programs are going to take place in the year 2023 at the show?

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Q. How and what measures have you taken as

ambitious Infrastructure development outlay. The approach is also a strategic initiative to offer a full spectrum solutions platform for components, ancillaries, commercial vehicles, lifting equipment, Automation, AI and IoT solutions.

the organizer to ensure proper security, smooth In 2023, we plan to offer more value to our traffic flow, accommodation facilities near the exhibitors at the demo area via specifically venue etc for the exhibitors and visitors? designed promotions for these experience

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To better support participants at the show we have move into the tried and tested venue of international repute, India Expo Center and Mart Ltd. IEML is India’s leading integrated venue for exhibitions, conventions, and conferences. Moving to a state-of-the-art International venue allows us the opportunity of limiting or mitigating risks associated with hosting events in temporary structures/hangers.

IEML, as a venue, offers the scope to seamlessly implement and manage Safety Measures mandated by the new post-pandemic era. A secured venue is of prime importance to us. This change of venue is a result of numerous meetings and feedback received from our exhibitors, partners, international offices, and stakeholders. IEML is now easily accessible via metro with a station adjacent to the venue. The venue is now a 30-minute ride on METRO from Delhi & a 60 minute ride from the IGI airport. The business communities too have embraced the venue for its modernity and international ambiance. The successful migration of recognized and credible large tradeshows stands testimony to the industry’s advocacy for the venue. With additional facilities like Large conventions centers, Parking areas, VIP areas, Banquets, and top F&B services make IEML an easy choice.

Q. What kind of impact the exhibitors and

participants can expect from the show like bauma CONEXPO INDIA?

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zones. Our Buyer-Seller program initiated during the last edition of bCI will now happen online to enable seamless prefixed meetings. We undertook this new initiative to host, attract and bring on board untapped buyers to the show and make their experience seamless. A slew of other strategic initiatives is in the execution phase to ensure better ROI (return on investment) for exhibitors and ROTI (return on time invested) for the visitors/ buyers. Our entire approach to the show will be defined by our stated purpose “ To Enable Meaningful Handshakes; to unlock Business opportunities” and will dovetail with the sectoral potential being unlocked by Govt. Initiatives. Our theme therefore will be: Future of Nation Building.

Q. How does bauma CONEXPO INDIA sees its

cooperation agreement with ICEMA and how will it help CE industry as a whole?

The partnership with ICEMA has been very encouraging and the relationship is growing with each edition. ICEMA in its capacity as the largest association for the construction machinery sector in India acts as a strong link between the industry and the government’s decision-makers, and campaigns for growth and development in the industry. The synergies between two strong partners are being combined – for the benefit of exhibitors and visitors at the trade fair. The collaboration with ICEMA is on a global level and are present at bauma cluster shows and in CONEXPO CON/ AGG in Las Vegas organized by American Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) show. Like the last year, ICEMA will lead a delegation and present at bauma Munich scheduled in October 2022. CM www.constructionmirror.com

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Effective OTR Tyres Selection And Maintenance Requirements Whether you're in the mining and earthmoving i n d u st r y, t ra n s p o r t i n g freight across the nation, or handling containers at port and terminal locations, your machines can help. The significance of tyres in keeping you moving is critical. Downtime is expensive and, at the very least, inconvenient. Since they provide mobility and efficiency, tracks and tyres are crucial components of every heavy equipment design. If the wrong selection is picked, an end-user customer's ability to accomplish their task will be significantly impacted. OEMs and their end-user customers have different requirements for the tracks and tyres they utilise. They must be able to move across a range of terrain and withstand operation in harsh operational environments, among other things. As

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a result, track and tyre manufacturers must design equipment that can meet a variety of needs. Bias ply tyres have long been significantly employed in the construction and industrial industries due to the way the industry has always worked. Other equipment owners continue to assume that a tyre is simply a tyre, a commodity purchase that should be made based on the lowest price. However, in recent years, this thinking has begun to evolve. The conversion from bias ply to radial tyres for compact equipment, such as skid steers, backhoe loaders, and telescopic handlers, is gaining pace as more owners and operators discover the many benefits of radial tyres. They also understand that the lowest price does not necessarily indicate the lowest total cost of ownership.

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The business model of equipment operators is shifting to a just-in-time one. They can't afford to have spare tyres on hand in case of flats, which is a common problem with bias-ply tyres, and they can't afford the downtime, especially on job sites where the nearest repair centre is miles away. As durability becomes more important than ever before, puncture-resistant, steel-belted radial tyres are a more enticing alternative than ever before. Radial tyres have a significantly longer life duration than traditional bias-ply tyres. One of the most common reasons for the retirement of a compact equipment tyre is sidewall failure. A typical cause of failure is tyre fatigue caused by the extremely severe loads placed on them during normal daily activities. Radial tyres have a far longer life expectancy than bias-ply tyres. One of the most common reasons for the retirement of a compact equipment tyre is sidewall failure. A typical cause of failure is tyre fatigue caused by the extremely severe loads placed on them during normal daily activities. Radial tyres are designed to handle the greater weight, reducing sidewall strain and failure. Operators who have utilised both radial and

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bias-ply tyres may have noticed a difference in ride quality. Because of its wider footprint and more level wear, radial tyres give a far more enjoyable ride and a seamless transition from lug to lug.

Surface-Based Selection Tread pattern and tyre structure are two design features that impact how well a tyre will perform in different situations (radial or bias). These features can have a significant influence on tyre longevity. Here are some things to think about based on the sort of equipment. Skid Steer Tyre: There are three types of lugs to consider when analysing skid steer tyre tread patterns: diamond, bar (also known as sweeping), and turf (also known as button). On hard surfaces like rock and concrete, a pattern with diamond lugs and tiny spaces works well. It still provides high grip when needed as a deep tread design that puts more rubber on the ground than a bar lug design, but it also provides the best wear and impact protection for skid steers typically working on hard terrain. Choose a swept/bar lug design if you're working in deep muck or in regions where traction is an issue. Bar lugs overlap near the centre of the tyre www.constructionmirror.com

terrain, but they may wear faster and create a harsher ride on the road. For people who operate on both hard and soft terrain, a tyre with a high lug-to-void ratio in the centre and a lower lug-to-void ratio near the shoulder is frequently the ideal option for all-around performance. Grader Tyres: For graders, there are two major tread styles available. A directed tread pattern with a central riding rib is a suitable alternative if you're grading gravel roads with a grader. This is utilised on hard rock and abrasive surfaces when even wear and traction are required.

Backhoe Loader Tyres: When choosing tyres for a backhoe, it's important to consider where and how it'll be utilised. Front backhoe tyres are available in two tread styles: I-3 and F-3. On soft terrain, an I-3's open-bar lug design gives improved grip. An F-3's ribbed construction ensures lifespan, durability, and a smooth ride over rough terrain. When selecting a rear backhoe tyre, pay attention to the lug-to-void ratio. Tires with a greater lug-to-void ratio are preferable for hard terrain because they provide a more stable, smooth ride and longer, even wear. However, in mud, snow, and sand, these tyres would lack the grip of a tyre with a low lug-to-void ratio. Low lug-to-void ratio tyres are better for acquiring grip on soft www.constructionmirror.com

Loader Tyres: Smooth-tread tyres, available in tread depths of L-4S and L-5S, feature the most tread rubber for protection in harsh environments that don't require traction or extended tramming, such as scrapyards and landfills. Traditional basic bar lug designs, as well as varying tread depths dependent on use, are available in E- and L-style tyres. In the case of loaders, the choice of bias vs radial can make a significant difference in lifetime cost per hour. A bias might be a great, low-costper-hour investment if a loader is used in an application like operating at the face of a muck pile, where the machine is only traversing short cycles at low speeds, digging into a pile, and loading a truck or crusher. In contrast, if a loader is tramming around a jobsite at full speed with a heavy bucket, a radial will be a superior, longerlasting investment.

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and extend with greater voids toward the tire's shoulder in the swept/bar lug design. The big spaces give good grip on soft terrain while also allowing the tyre to clean itself more effectively when transitioning to a harder surface. Turf/ button lug designs are similar to diamond lugs, but they have very shallow treads with very little vacuum space between them. This design works well in situations where turf disturbance is a problem, such as golf course landscaping.

The other tread pattern is an all-season tread pattern that is utilised for ploughing snow and is important for traction and self-cleaning on all surfaces. It is again dependent on the use when deciding between a radial or bias grader tyre. If you're tramping over lengthy miles, a radial is the way to go. A bias tyre, on the other hand, is frequently sufficient and, when utilised properly, may save you money.

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details about earthmoving radial tyres, such as TMPH values and tread compounds, should be examined. The ton-mile-per-hour (TMPH) rating is a measurement of a tire's capacity to handle the weight, speed, and distance of the carrying. It's critical that transporter tyres have the appropriate TMPH ratings for the machine and the haul route. Compounds are vital for big loader and transporter applications as well. Radial tyres are classified into three types. Cut-resistant (C) is designed to withstand chipping and ripping in rocky environments. Wear-resistant (W) tread is designed to last longer in load and carry applications that require frequent stopping and starting. Heat-resistant (H) is designed for hauling big loads over long distances and at high speeds.

How to Extend the Life of Your Off-Road Tyres? Every consumer is unique, therefore it's critical to examine their requirements. This begins with getting to know the consumer — where they are, what they do, and the obstacles they face in their business – before moving on to what they want from their tyres. The location, the temps the tyres will be working in, and the ground conditions at the job site are all elements to consider. Everyone wants to save money; some clients want to cut down on downtime, while others may need to carry greater distances. When it comes to choosing a tyre with a client, the information acquired throughout the gettingto-know-you phase will help you decide: which tyre would be ideal for the application, how much the customer wants to spend, and how performance against price corresponds to customer happiness. Tyre specialists can then discuss heat-resistant vs cut-resistant alternatives, as well as other application-specific requirements, such as if the customer need additional sidewall protection. It's impossible to declare that one tyre suits all operations; it's a matter of analysing the data and taking into account the customer's job site

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circumstances and requirements. Once they've gotten a feel for the roads, the choice tends to become clear. Different tyre manufacturers have their own tyre monitoring systems that might assist a business in determining whether an issue is possible before it becomes a problem. Utilizing these devices can pre-emptively avoid a breakdown before it happens and increase the life of the tyre. Tyres that have been properly maintained are more likely to wear evenly, making the casings suitable for retreading. It's critical for operations to know when a tire's life may be prolonged with a repair in order to keep it on the vehicle.

Maintenance Requirements Rotation and inflation: The greatest strategy to extend tyre life is to maintain optimum inflation pressures. At the very least, check inflation every time the machine is refuelled. It's also critical that the fleet manager inflates each machine to the tyre manufacturer's suggested levels. Individual machine rotation schedules should be specified. Repair Versus Replace: You should also be aware of when to replace and when to repair. All repairs should be discussed with your tyre dealer, as a general rule. If a tire's tread is worn out but it's still retaining air and is structurally sound, it can be worth retreading. With roughly 15% of the tread left on that tyre, pull it off. It's too late if it gets any farther and any of the under-tread compounds is revealed. Maintenance of the Wheels: Wheel maintenance is sometimes overlooked in favour of tyre maintenance, but fleet managers should be aware that wheels are just as critical. Observing the overall profile of the tyre and wheel combination should be part of a daily machine inspection. This entails inspecting component elements such as the rims, flanges, lock rings, and driver keys for any signs of corrosion. The valve stem, caps, and core should all be examined. There is a risk of losing air pressure if any portion of the valve malfunctions. CM www.constructionmirror.com

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Informa Markets India World of Concrete was launched in 1975 and has successfully held for more than 40 years. The show owned and produced by Informa Markets has been the only international event dedicated to the commercial concrete and masonry construction industries. The Concrete Show India included a series of insightful conferences on relevant topics pertaining to the industry. In India, visitors and exhibitors voted it the most relevant exhibition in the core construction & infrastructure sector.

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Q. Kindly brief us about World of Concrete India

2022. What is the new idea and what are the plans behind it? WoC India 2022 Expo ( Formerly Concrete Show India ) is the extended arm of World of Concrete Expo, Las Vegas ( USA ) – World’s largest and most respectable event in Concrete sector.

The WoC 2022 expo will host a large format Exhibition alongside Innovation & Demonstration Zones, High profiled Conference tracks besides formalizing Water Proofing and Precast Concrete Pavilions making their debuts on the exhibit floor by the respective associations. WoC India will be home to buyers from EPCs, Real Estate, Contractors and PSU domains and represent cross-functional areas of expertise i.e. Procurement, Planning & Design, Quality Control, Project Management, Building Maintenance, Site Maintenance, Material Management, and Engineering teams. The Builder Association of India Members’ meet on the sidelines of the expo will be an added attraction for the exhibiting & visiting community.

Q. How is WoC India 2022 supporting Atmanirbhar Bharat?

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The interactions with global players will open doors of Technology Transfers, Know-How transfers, forging JVs for Indian companies wherein the expo will unlock the burgeoning potential of India’s growing economy for international players who wish to set up their operations in India. This will certainly provide requisite impetus to India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat mission. As I always believe…….With India we all will grow and With India we all will glow !!

Q. What and how many industries will be covered by this exhibition?

WoC India 2022 Exhibitor canvass is wide enough to accommodate players from following segments: a) Concrete, Building Materials & Precast b) Construction Equipment, Tools, Instruments, Formwork & Scaffolding c) Construction Chemicals, Adhesives, Waterproofing Chemical & Reinforcement Products d) Construction Safety Equipment and Commercial & Industrial Flooring e) Construction Design & Management Software

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This is the flagship event in the Construction and Infrastructure portfolio of Informa Markets India running into its’ 8th edition this year during 13 – 15 October, Mumbai. The event has proved to be a catalyst in accelerating the development of the value chain across the Construction & Infrastructure segments of India by providing a unique platform to Manufacturers, OEMs, Suppliers and Distributors. It helps them leverage the vast business opportunities arising from their networking amongst participating global stakeholders by showcasing their products, services and innovations besides deliberations with the bell weather captains of the industry– all under one roof.

at our expo. It is of great importance to provide a world class platform to these players and WoC India is playing a critical role here. We have developed special packages for companies registered under MSME & SME whilst having support of NSIC.

Q. How many exhibitors and visitors are you

expecting?

The response from the industry post-pandemic is very encouraging not only from Indian perspective, but, from the international fraternity as well. The current 8th edition is estimated to attract more than 200 Exhibitors and 7000 + trade visitors from across the globe besides a rich league of Speakers during the 2 x days Conference / Workshops and Seminars.

Q. What has been your journey during the COVID period and after the lockdown?

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the economies and industries across the world and the construction and infra segment is no different. It changed the way we do business and connect with stakeholders. We organized multiple virtual conferences / webinars to engage with community at large.

GDP growth upwardly.

This helped us stay in the minds of the stakeholders right through the period and helped us forge a stronger bond when we have revived the physical events and aim to rebound with more passion and purpose.

Top construction companies were already investing heavily in technology pre-pandemic. By necessity, contractors, architects, engineers, and suppliers have quickly shifted to working and collaborating digitally—from video-call site meetings to filling digital orders.

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The outlook seems to be positive so far. The construction industry here in India is expected to grow steadily over the next four quarters recording a CAGR of 9.5% during 2022-2026. Proud to learn many ambitious steps being undertaken by the Government of India as most of the investments are expected to be in ‘PM Gati Shakti’ projects across seven sectors Roads, Railways, Airports, Ports, Mass transport, Waterways & Logistics. Schemes such as the revolutionary Smart City Mission (target 100 cities) are expected to improve the quality of life through modernized/ technology-driven urban planning. Under NIP (National Industrial Policy), India has an investment budget of $1.4 Tn on infrastructure (24% on renewable energy, 19% on roads & highways, 16% on urban infrastructure, and 13% on railways). This is destined to help the industry to regain the momentum in coming days.

Q. Due to COVID-19, several industries are now

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The construction technology ecosystem has shifted towards integrated software platforms that better serve customer needs. Significant opportunities exist for strategic and financial investors.

AI based solutions can help during the construction process in many ways. AI can improve construction execution planning, the updating of construction sequences and task management while keeping all stakeholders updated. Furthermore, AI can also increase the productivity within construction execution itself. AI based tools could detect possible clashes, delays and changes within the construction process by comparing the digital twin of the building that is present in the Building Information Modeling (BIM) cloud against the actual physical representation. Robots and drones can be used for frequent image recording and 360 degree laser scans. These images and measurements provide the necessary input so that the AI can track the timely progress of the physical building against the plan stored in the BIM cloud. Furthermore, comparing the physical building progress against the digital twin enables automatic identification of errors/deviations from the original building plan during the construction phase. That provides the opportunity to react immediately, and thus perform troubleshooting at an early stage. This avoids the need for more costly correction at a later stage (e.g. if pipes or cables have been installed in the wrong location, they can be moved before all walls are closed). Possible delays and changes could potentially trigger the AI to perform an

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automatic change in the construction schedule that is stored in the BIM cloud. Building on this basis, all stakeholders, such as distributors and manufacturers, could be informed automatically. As a result, the construction site logistics would also be optimized as sub-contractors and suppliers could adjust their planning to the updated timelines. An AI driven construction process could therefore be the key enabler for just-in-time delivery of construction supplies.

The use of AI also increases safety in operating construction machinery. Cameras continuously observe the environment and check for potential collisions with people or objects and can warn the operator before accidents happen or stop the machine itself. AI therefore enables operators to work faster and more precisely for longer periods. In procurement, AI can help companies forecast prices for raw materials (sand, gravel, iron, etc.) and other input factors. In order to do so, AI will analyze data on both past price development and the development of other factors that influence the price of a raw material, or even identify such relationships autonomously. AI can then forecast the price and determine the optimal point in time to buy. The use of AI and the underlying digitization can help the industry fundamentally transform itself. The completion of this journey will not only unlock unimaginable productivity gains for the industry players, but also reap long term economic rewards for our nation.

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The contractual nature of the construction industry often nullifies the minimum wage standards that exist in legislation. Women are paid less than men for performing the same work. Moreover, women are the first ones to be laid off or underemployed. Certain areas require urgent attention in order for women to cement their position in this industry. These include the Gender Sensitisation of all stakeholders, Capacity Building of women power that enhances the value of their efforts, implementation of comprehensive legislation, recruiting women to higher echelons of the industry and leveraging market mechanisms favouring women. Having said this, the industry is seeing winds of change, with an increasing number of women architects, project managers, bankers in the home loan segment , women entrepreneurs in construction companies etc.

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A major driver of construction delays and cost overruns are accidents. The use of AI in the form of computer vision in combination with cameras at the construction site might mitigate risks and reduce the number of accidents greatly.

is exceedingly rare for women in this industry to gain access to opportunities to acquire skills in more lucrative but predominantly male-dominated trades such as carpentry, masonry, plumbing, and electrician training. They instead perform various unskilled jobs in the industry such as cleaning building sites, carrying bricks, gravel, mortar and water up to the skilled carpenters and masons. Regardless of their level of experience, they are not upgraded to the position of skilled workers from unskilled workers. They are simply unable to ascend in the industry.

WoC 2022 Expo will offer the perfect platform for all stakeholders, including women in construction, to bring to fore the issues pertinent to them and discuss & debate solutions that are immediate need of the hour. This includes their roles in design and planning of urban spaces, housing and transport development, better safety practices at construction sites and better industry practices. The role of women in New India will be as important for this industry as the industry itself. CM

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The major components of the concrete mixing plant There are high-rise structures everywhere in a city, and the construction of these buildings necessitates the use of a mechanical system: a concrete mixing plant. The concrete mixing station has storage, b a tc h i n g , t ra n s p o r t i n g , mixing, control, and other equipment for various raw materials necessary for concrete preparation, and various aggregates, adhesives, admixtures, additives, and water are passed through in a certain proportion. For centralised mixing and delivery of fresh concrete, the mixer uses a comprehensive set of equipment. A mixing transmission device and a mixing device are the major components of the concrete mixing plant's mixing system. Concrete production is a rather simple process to comprehend. This substance is made up of a variety of components and materials that have been combined. The base component, cement, is mixed with water, fly ash, sand, and aggregates in

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specific proportions to form concrete. Roads, walkways, and sidewalks will all benefit from some of the concrete you'll produce. It may be used for a multitude of other purposes as well. Depending on the sorts of work handled by your organisation, this might be a significant benefit. Increased infrastructure investments in Asia Pacific, Europe, and North America are propelling the concrete batching plant industry ahead. The market is expanding as a result of the growth of large-scale infrastructure projects in Asia Pacific and other nations, as well as the recovery of the economy. Furthermore, governments in major countries are concentrating their efforts on improving transportation and energy infrastructure. Furthermore, improvements in the technology necessary for the manufacture of concrete aggregates have resulted in greater manufacturing process efficiency, resulting in increased productivity and

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high-quality concrete. The aforementioned reasons are projected to increase demand for concrete batching plants in the near future, driving the concrete batching plant market forward. The mixing host, weighing system, conveying system, storage system, control system, and other auxiliary facilities make up a concrete batching plant. According to the stirring techniques, the mixing host machine is divided into forced stirring and self-unloading stirring. The forced mixer is the most common type of concrete mixer used in both local and international concrete plants. It can mix a wide range of concretes, including fluidity, semi-dry, and dry concrete. The self-unloading mixer is mostly used in the concrete batch plant to stir the fluid concrete. According to the construction, the forced mixer is made up of spindle planetary mixers, single horizontal shaft mixers, and twin horizontal shaft mixers. The twin-shaft forced mixer offers the best overall performance of the bunch.

Weighing system A significant component of a concrete batching plant is the material weighing system. It has an impact on the quality of concrete and the cost of manufacture. Furthermore, it is divided into three sections: aggregate weighing, powder weighing, and liquid weighing. The superposition weighing method is used in batching plants that produce less than 20 cubic metres per hour. To put it another way, the aggregate (sand, stone) is weighed on a scale, the cement and fly ash are weighed on a scale, and the water and liquid admixtures are weighed separately. In a batching plant with a capacity of more than 50 cubic metres per hour, however, each material is normally weighed independently, and all weighing is controlled by an electronic scale and a microprocessor.

a basic structure. The belt conveyor, on the other hand, has a long conveying distance, great efficiency, and a low failure rate. Furthermore, belt conveyors are primarily used in concrete batching plants with aggregate storage bins, which boosts the mixing plant's productivity.

Transporting powder Cement, fly ash, and mineral powder are the most common powders used in concrete. Screw conveyor conveying is the most frequent powder conveying technology. Spiral conveying also has the advantages of a simple structure, cheap cost, and dependable use.

System of storage The methods for storing materials in concrete are essentially the same. The aggregate is normally stored outside, the powder in a fully enclosed steel structure silo, and the admixture in a steel structural container.

Control System The control system of the concrete batching plant is the central nerve of the complete set of equipment. The control system has different functions and preparations according to different requirements of the user and the size of the concrete plant. Generally, small batching plant has a simple control system. On the contrary,

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and the system of the large batching plant is relatively complicated.

Horizontal Concrete Mixing Machines A horizontal concrete mixing machine is a machine that produces concrete in a continuous manner. These machines are used in mass production to save time and money, lowering the final product's price. These machines may be installed on a trailer or chassis and transported from one site to another without interrupting the process.

Verticle Concrete Batching Machines Vertical concrete batching machines are a relatively new development in the concrete mixing business, and they have the potential to change the way we make concrete. These new machines, which can be managed totally

The usage of vertical concrete batching machines is common in the construction of large structures. They're made to make concrete without the use of any other ingredients. Waterscarce environments, such as arid regions, might also benefit from vertical batching machines. A hopper with cement powder and aggregate is included with the equipment. To make concrete, an operator pours water into a revolving drum inside the machine through an entrance on the side.

Plants for Dry-Batch Ready-Mix Concrete The mixing operation of the truck mixer provides a consistent concrete mix in this type of ready mix concrete factory. The mixing action is essentially a two-step process. Consider the complicated flow of plastic concrete that has already been mixed in the drum. Ignore the blade movement at first, then rotate the drum, and both the concrete internal friction and its friction on the drum inner surface cause the concrete to seem to travel up the drum's right-hand wall.

Plants for Ready-Mix Concrete in Wet Batch Wet batch systems come in a variety of shapes and sizes, with the most common being the plant-based mixer. This implies that various concrete mixture components, such as cement, aggregate, and water, are combined in the system. Wet batch concrete plants have a higher output than dry batch concrete plants, which is why they are sometimes referred to as big plants. Furthermore, if mortar manufacturing is required, a wet batch concrete facility is required. There are many mixer sizes ranging from 0.8 m2 to 6 m2, with the biggest mixer drum capable of mixing around 6 m2 polymeric concrete in around 45 seconds. Furthermore, there are other elements, such as the need to output, that must be considered.

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The horizontal concrete batching machine is a relatively modern addition to the concrete industry, which has existed for many years. This machine is effective because it can generate 100 cubic yards of concrete every hour, which is ideal for major projects that require a huge volume of concrete in a short period of time. A tilt-up hopper and a self-contained mixer are also included inside the drum. With these features, the operator merely needs to add water and aggregate to generate high-quality concrete.

by a single employee, produce a higher-quality mix with less work on the operator's behalf. By lowering tiredness and enhancing quality control, this enhances safety.

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cement, and water to create a slurry, followed by loading the slurry and aggregate into the truck. The half-wet approach not only reduces wear and tear on central mixer machines, but it also reduces batching time significantly.

an electric motor. The link between the conveyor belt and the aggregates should be strong enough to carry enormous loads. A cleaning brush is sometimes placed beneath the conveyor belt to clean it and extend its life.

Plants for Ready-Mix Concrete in Combination Batches

Mixer: Various mixers are available for your site, depending on the size of your concrete batching plant. The smallest mixer has a capacity of 0.5 m3 while the largest mixer has a capacity of 3 m3.

This type of batching plant combines the dry batch and wet batch systems, and the majority of the concrete is mixed in the dry leg, while tiny mixers with 0.8-2 m3 are used to transport concrete to the client.

Components of a Plant Aggregate hopper and weighing system: Because the batching plant is self-contained, an aggregate hopper is required. The quantity of components utilised at the location determines the number of compartments in this hopper. With an unloading piston under each section, it can be 3 to 6 divisions. This permits the weighing system to order the unloading pistons automatically. Each unloader has a weighing system that measures the aggregate. The same stated ratio is assured when the process is controlled by the weighing system, and the quality is maintained. Conveyor Belt: The aggregates are transported from the weighing system to the mixer via a conveyor belt. It is propelled by a gearbox and

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Concrete Batching Plant Advantages Preparing ready mix concrete on a construction site takes a long time. Using a batching plant for your project might help you save money on construction costs. Each concrete freight is constructed on-site. When we utilise a concrete batching machine, we may manufacture and distribute concrete in minutes. Make changes as needed to get the most out of your concrete output. Mixing raw materials with consistent, contemporary manufacturing technology, computer control, precise measurement, and testing offers complete, consistent, and dependable quality, as well as a high degree of strength, and so considerably enhances construction quality (structure).

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Building companies employ commercial mixing stations to speed up construction while lowering rental expenses for equipment, racks, pipes, templates, and other materials. Shortening the building process can help unit owners lower their investment risk. The design unit may avoid the "fat beam," "fat column," and "heavy plate" according to the mixing station's design since the commercial mixing plant's quality is constant and trustworthy. The use of mineral active admixtures (such as slag and fly ash) in the mix mixing station can increase the long-term performance of concrete in terms of waterproofing, antifreeze, anti-cracking, and abrasion resistance, as well as the building's service life. The quality of the machinery is one of the most significant elements to consider. It makes no difference how much money you have; the most important thing is that you find a high-quality machine for your plant. Some countries charge a premium for high-quality machines, while others charge a cheaper price for identical machines since their labour costs are lower than in other countries.

on it. It requires little upkeep. It can function 24 hours a day, and many problems, such as electrical and mechanical part failures, that can arise with the main system, will not occur if the machine's quality is excellent. The other issue is your capacity; you should think about expanding your business in the future and purchasing a machine that will meet your future needs. If you live in a developing country where the building industry is growing at a rapid pace, you can consider purchasing a batching plant with a larger capacity than your existing requirements. It will save you a lot of money in the long run. Otherwise, you should sell your old equipment and purchase new equipment. This will be significantly more expensive than purchasing a larger item. CM

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India's transportation infrastructure has advanced at a breakneck pace In the new millennium, India's

transportation infrastructure

challenges. Infrastructure is

has

leaps

seen by business executives,

and bounds. The Golden

policymakers, and academics

Quadrilateral national highway

network, the Delhi Metro rapid

sustainable

transit system, and several

requires public support, but

public-private partnership

there is limited knowledge of

airport projects across India's

the economic impact of such

major metropolitan regions

initiatives to far. Through

Mumbai,

industry-level sorting and

Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, to

resource allocation efficiency,

name a few—have not only

we investigate how proximity

revolutionized the capacity

to a major new road network

and quality of the country's

influences the organization of

transportation infrastructure

industrial activity, particularly

but have also sparked the

the location of new plants.

growth

With a total length of 5.8

advanced

New

Delhi,

other

major

infrastructure projects, such as the Bharatmala Integrated Transport System.

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crucial

barrier to

growth

that

million kilometres, India boasts one of the world's greatest

road

networks.

Appropriate transportation

Around 2% of this is made up

infrastructure is a prerequisite

of National Highways, 3% of it

for economic development

is made up of State Highways,

and growth. Rapidly growing

and the rest is made up of

countries like India and

district and rural roads. Roads

China

move about 64.5 percent of

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all commodities in the country, while 90 percent of all passenger traffic uses the road network to travel. The road transportation network has expanded significantly during the previous five years. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has been granted more than Rs 1.18 lakh crore by the Indian government as an allocation for FY 2021-22. Furthermore, the government has selected a

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number of business corridors that would help India's economy develop to USD 5 trillion by 2025. The sector's importance is further demonstrated by the fact that it accounts for around 18% of the National Infrastructure Pipeline. Developing vital road corridors as a spur for economic growth has also been studied by a number of state governments. The government has taken aggressive initiatives to revitalise lagging projects, resolve operational challenges, offer time-bound dispute resolution, accelerate land acquisition, increase attention on road safety, and implement technology-enabled solutions in order to ensure timely completion of projects. In 2022-23, the NHAI expects to build 25,000 kilometres of national roads at a rate of 50 kilometres per day. The Gati Shakti initiative in India has compiled a list of 81 high-impact projects, with road infrastructure projects ranking first. The DelhiMumbai expressway (1,350 kilometres), the Amritsar-Jamnagar expressway (1,257 kilometres), and the Saharanpur-Dehradun expressway are among the significant highway projects (210 kilometres). The major goal of this initiative is to provide a speedier approval procedure that can be completed through the Gati shakti portal, which has totally computerised the approval process. CONSTRUCTION MIR ROR

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The government has proposed a 19 percent

encourage vehicle owners to get rid of obsolete

increase in allocation for the central road budget

cars that consume more fuel. The government

in the Union Budget 2022-23; the total sum was

initiated a conversion project for 15 important

Rs. 2,95,150 crores (US$ 38.86 million).

roads in the Agartala smart city in October

The Trans-Arunachal Highway and Kaladan

2021. The project would convert these roads

Multi-Model Transport Project, as well as other road development projects such as capital connectivity, district connectivity, connectivity to the international border, and improvement and strengthening of roads in the Sikkim region,

to weather-resistant ones, bolstering regional growth. The government announced plans to increase road safety in October 2021, including a need to install sleep detection devices in commercial vehicles and set driving hours for

are expected to cost Rs. 10,565 crore (US$ 1.38

commercial truck drivers.

billion) by March 2022.

Nitin Gadkari, the Union Minister for Road

The Indian government has released the Gati

Transport and Highways, stated that infrastructure

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economy relies heavily on road transportation. More over 60% of India's freight is transported by road, while around 85% of passenger traffic is transported by road. The need for transportation infrastructure and services has increased as our economy has grown. Due to increased urbanisation and the necessity to migrate more for livelihood, education, healthcare, and other social necessities, the population has increased. Requirements include better public transportation facilities, including physical infrastructure and rolling stock, as well as operating efficiency, as well as improved passenger amenities like as safety and information accessibility. In today's world of heavy traffic and rising pollution, the emphasis is turning toward greater usage of public transit. The seamless integration of multimodal alternatives, first and last mile connection, integrated technological solutions three lakh crore rupees will have been invested on highway development. Mr Gadkari has laid the foundation stone for 17 highway projects and dedicated two finished projects to the country, totaling Rs 8,007 crore.

enabled ticketing, improved passenger safety, and information availability are all important issues.

Focus on Road Safety The issue of road safety has been prioritised. A number of steps have been done in this

The Minister dedicated two portions of National

respect, including the removal of black spots,

Highway No-161, Mangalore to Telangana and

the establishment of driver training institutions,

Ramsanpalle to Mangalore, to the country. The

the SukhadYatra app and toll-free emergency

two lengths were built at a cost of Rs. 2,926

number, police capacity building, and so

crore for a total length of 96 km. In addition, the

on. NHAI field personnel, concessionaires,

Minister lay the cornerstone for 17 NHAI projects totaling 364 kilometres. The NHAI has taken on six lane National Highways, as well as road expansion and flyovers, for a total expenditure of 5,081 crore rupees. The Central Road and Infrastructure Fund has taken on seven of these projects.

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consultants, contractors, and others have all

Amritsar–Jamnagar Expressway: The Amritsar–

received training. All NHAI projects must have

Jamnagar Expressway is under construction and

a road safety audit conducted by independent

is expected to be completed in March 2023. The

safety specialists.

expressway is 109km long and the estimated

Increasing use of Information Technology (IT) applications

cost of the project is Rs 3,500 crore.

In all aspects of the road sector, IT applications

Chennai Expressway is under construction and is

are increasingly becoming more ubiquitous. A variety of IT apps have been created to aid on-the-ground tasks. Only a few examples include the use of Electronic Toll Collection

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(ETC), the development of a Bidder Information Management System, Bhoomirashi, and other major IT applications. MoRTH, NHAI, and NHIDCL have all adopted an e-procurement and e-tendering system for commodity procurement. Initiatives aimed at supplementing current funding sources. There is a disparity between the real money necessary for the industry and the funding that has come in. This budget shortfall must be bridged by looking into alternative funding options. In recent years, a number of green projects have been launched to combat pollution in the

Bangalore–Chennai Expressway: The Bangalore– expected to be completed in March 2024. The expressway is 260.85km long and the estimated cost of the project is Rs 17,000 crore. Bangalore–Mysore Infrastructure Corridor: The Bangalore–Mysore Infrastructure Corridor is under construction and is expected to be completed in August 2022. The expressway is 119km long and the estimated cost of the project is Rs 8,066 crore. Bundelkhand Expressway: The Bundelkhand Expressway is under construction and is expected to be completed in April 2022. The expressway is 296km long and the estimated cost of the project is Rs 14,716 crore. Chennai Port–Maduravoyal Expressway: The Chennai Port–Maduravoyal Expressway is under

environment. Vehicles that run on methanol or ethanol have been exempted from the permit requirement. NHAI has established a Green Highway Division to conduct out planting along roads and medians. The Union Budget 2019-20 includes a variety of steps to stimulate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), including a reduction in GST on EVs and tax advantages for purchasing an EV.

Current Expressway Projects in India Ahmedabad–Dholera

Expressway:

The

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construction. The expressway is 20.5km long

completed in August 2022. The expressway is

and the estimated cost of the project is Rs

29.10km long and the estimated cost of the

5,965 crore.

project is Rs 8,662 crore.

Coastal Road (Mumbai): The Coastal Road

Ganga Expressway (Meerut–Prayagraj): The

(Mumbai) is under construction and is expected

Ganga Expressway (Meerut–Prayagraj) is under

to be completed in June 2022. The expressway

construction. The expressway is 594km long

is 10km long and the estimated cost of the

and the estimated cost of the project is Rs

project is Rs 12,750 crore.

4,000 crore. Trans–Haryana Expressway (Ambala–Narnaul):

Expressway is under construction. The

Trans–Haryana Expressway (Ambala–Narnaul)

expressway is 59km long and the estimated

is under construction and is expected to be

cost of the project is Rs 3,580 crore.

completed in March 2022. The expressway

Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway: The Delhi–

is 227km long and the estimated cost of the

Expressway:

The

Amritsar–Katra Expressway is under construction

project is Rs 5,108 crore.

and is expected to be completed in December

Gorakhpur Link Expressway: The Gorakhpur

2023. The expressway is 669km long and the

Link Expressway is under construction and is

estimated cost of the project is Rs 39,500 crore.

expected to be completed in March 2022. The

Delhi–Mumbai Expressway: The Delhi–Mumbai

expressway is 91.352km long and the estimated

Expressway is under construction and is expected

cost of the project is Rs 5,876 crore.

to be completed in March 2023. The expressway

Lucknow–Kanpur Expressway: The Lucknow–

is 1350 km long and the estimated cost of the

Kanpur Expressway is under construction and

project is Rs 1,00,000 crore.

is expected to be completed in October 2023.

Dwarka Expressway: The Dwarka Expressway

The expressway is 63km long and the estimated

is under construction and is expected to be

cost of the project is Rs 4,700 crore. Mumbai–Nagpur Expressway: The Mumbai– Nagpur Expressway is under construction and is expected to be completed in May 2022. The expressway is 701km long and the estimated

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Therefore, it is highly recommended to set up a small work shop at site or nearby to process the entire rebar as per schedule. If you have multiple projects in one city, better to set up a rebar processing shed and send to various sites according to site requirements. This will definitely speed up your project and can save cost. CM For more details, please visit us at Hall 2/A4 on May 17-21/2022 EXCON – BANGALORE

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BEML’s Products with latest technologies @ EXCON – 2022 **On display heli-portable Dozer BD50 HST**

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EML Limited a Schedule ‘A’ company underMinistry of Defence, Govt. of India, is participating in a big way by showcasing its products at outdoor pavilion during EXCON 2022 show, the 11thInternational Construction Equipment and Construction Technology Trade Fair being held at Bangalore International Exhibition Center (BIEC), Bengaluru from 17th to 21st May 2022. In the Trade Fair, BEML is exhibiting its construction equipment models of different capacities embedded with latest technologies. The equipment being showcased are Model ‘BD85’ and ‘BD50HST’ in Dozer Category, Model ‘BG605I’ & ‘BG405A’ in the category of Motor Graders with emission norms compliant BSIV engines and Model ‘BL30-1’ in Loaders category. The following are the technical features of the construction equipment being displayed: (a) Dozer Model ‘BD50 HST (Hydro-Static Transmission)’: India’s first Heli-portable Dozer powered with 90 FHP (67 kw) @ 1750 rpm BEML diesel engine and Hydrostatic Transmission. The equipment can be carried with the help of Helicopter to higher altitude areas. The total dismantling and assembling of the equipment can be carried out in 15 minutes. (b) Dozer Model ‘BD85’: Powered with 230 HP BEML turbocharged direct injection powerful diesel enginefitted with Power-shift transmission and Straight Tilt Dozer Blade (c) Loader Model ‘BL30-1’: This Loader is powered by Ashok Leyland BSIII Engine developing 220 HP @2200 rpm, turbocharged, water cooled, 4 stroke, direct injection diesel engine andfitted with Power shift transmission of 4F-3R speed. The bucket size variesfrom 1.5 cum to 3.3 cum

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based on the density of the material being handled. (d) Motor Grader Model ‘BG405A’: Motor grader fitted with 10 feet blade for small width road construction work. This motor grader is powered by BEML diesel Engine, developing 125 HP, Fitted with power shift Transmission with 6F & 3R speed, Scarifier attachment. (e) Motor Grader Model ‘BG605I’: Powered by 146.8 HP @ 1800 rpm BEML model diesel Engine, turbocharged, water cooled, four stroke, six cylinders, fitted with hydro shift transmission having 6F & 5R speed and with Blade length of 12 feet. BEML is manufacturing construction equipment with maximum local content in-line with the ‘Make in India’ Policy of Government of India and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ a step towards our Hon’ble Prime Minister’s emphasis on self-reliance. BEML with its nationwide sales network, after-salesservice support with Parts Depot and full-fledged Service Centres enables buyersto access a wide range of products and services, thus ensuring overall customer satisfaction. CM

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INNOMAC: Innovative Machines, the name itself speaks…

Founded in the year 2019, “INNOMAC Engineering Industries Private Limited” is a well-known firm which is affianced in manufacturing an extensive assortment of Bar Bending Machine, Bar Cutting Machine, wide range of construction Hoists, Concrete Mixture, Suspended Platforms, Building Maintenance Units etc.

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INNOMAC believes there is a need to bring in innovation through technological advancement, research, world class systemization in every product / service we deal with. The prime focus of the company is on customer needs, evaluate the current constraints and develop the appropriate solution. The company envisions attaining the first choice of customers for construction equipment through continuous research and development.

are integrated with advanced technology and have added safety features for application in plastering, painting, façade works, etc. The company’s Hydraulic Home Lift (IHL) has also got a very good response from the real estate housing segment. INNOMAC has in-house R&D team, who constantly strive to bring their best solution for every task / product we undertake. They are equipped with the world’s best software with latest versions. Each and every component are designed carefully for its metrology to suit the application needs. Each component undergoes a stiff design calculation and also goes with Finite Elements Analysis (FEA)in the software.

INNOMAC believes in sustainable development and safeguarding the environment and focuses INNOMAC offers a complete range of new on developing products that are energy efficient and innovative Bar Cutting Machines and Bar and high performing. Bending Machines in 42, 52 and 55 models. INNOMAC has presence all over India now, the The machines are designed and manufactured team of marking and service person are present to meet the requirements of the Indian all over India based at Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, construction and infrastructure industry. The Kolkata, Hyderabad, Chennai for immediate company also showcased its range of Rope response to their requirements and after sales Suspended Platforms and accessories, which Support. CM 109

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GoI’s Next Ambitious Project : Interlinking of India’s Rivers Budget 2022-23: Five river linking projects on cards after consensus of beneficiary states

Mentioning the status of proposed five river linking projects in country, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said in her Budget speech that draft Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) of these river links have been finalized and consensus among beneficiary states is awaited.

Cauveri - will go a long way in easing the problem of water shortage in remote and arid parts of the country.” Only Apollo HawkeyePedershaab Concrete Technologies Pvt. Ltd. [an Apollo Inffratech group company] has the solution.

To carry out such massive interlinking projects, contractors will need heavy-duty pressure pipes. And to produce such pipes in India, only Apollo HawkeyePedershaab Concrete She added that the support from Technologies Pvt. Ltd. has the the Centre will be provided after technology. a consensus is made among the BFS (Hawkeye Pedershaab states associated with these Afinitas group) has a worldwide projects. 50 years record in the supply “Once a consensus is reached of engineering, machinery and among the beneficiary states the assistance for manufacturing of Centre will provide support for prestressed concrete pressure implementation,” she said in her pipes with steel cylinder speech. embedded or lined and without Responding to the river linking steel cylinder such as PCCP, PCSP, announcement in Budget RCCP, RCP. 2022-23, Union Minister of BFS machinery cover a range of Jal Shakti Gajendra Singh pressure from 6 to 20 bar and Shekhawat tweeted, “Finance sizes from 600 to 4000 mm I.D. Minister Nirmala Sitharaman with lengths 5 to 8 m. ji’s announcement of five river BFS has more than 50 pipes links - Daman Ganga-Pinjal, Par factories installed all over the Tapi-Narmada, Godavari-Krishna, world according to International Krishna-Pennar and PennarStandards. River linking projects referred here are Damanganga-Pinjal, Par-Tapi-Narmada, GodavariKrishna, Krishna-Pennar and Pennar-Cauveri.

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Pressure Pipes Applications :-

• Water Supply • Agricultural Irrigation • Power Plant Water Treatment • River Linking • River Linking Projects :Previously river Narmada was linked with Kshipra. Currently Ken-Betwa project work ongoing. New five river linking projects announcement in Budget 2022-23 are Daman Ganga-Pinjal, Par Tapi-Narmada, Godavari-Krishna, KrishnaPennar and Pennar-Cauveri - will go a long way in easing the problem of water shortage in remote and arid parts of the country. CM

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For further information on Concrete Pipe manufacturing, please contact: Rajpur (Gujarat) - Pin Code: 382715 Mobile: +91 90990 43230, 90990 86697 E-mail: sales@ahct.in | www.ahct.in

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Layher Allround for maintenance of Bridge

Allround Scaffolding Innovative Concept : Solutions for Bridge Construction and Maintenance For more than 75 years, the Layher (the name of German Company) has been synonymous worldwide with high-quality and practically tested scaffolding systems. Layher is present worldwide with more than 30 sales subsidiaries. The products are used for building and construction, in all kinds of industries like chemical plants or power plants, at shipyards and offshore. Due to innovative products, superior technical solutions and Layher’s absolute customer orientated service package Layher has become the standard in scaffolding systems worldwide. Quick to assemble – safe and flexible to use Allround Scaffolding from Layher lives up to its name: its efficient assembly and dismantling, its enormous performance and the highest level of flexibility make it suitable for practically every application. At civil engineering sites, construction companies have to build a whole range of structures in addition to handling the actual building work: from classic work scaffolding to reinforcing and

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shoring structures and accesses such as stairs and bridging. In many cases, steel or timber structures built specifically for the project are used for these requirements – the drawback being wage-intensive production and limited applicability. Layher can offer with its Allround Scaffolding a holistic approach, and as a result a considerably more economical alternative, for these extensive requirements. Allround Scaffolding Lightweight from Layher The basis for all temporary structures is the four basic components of Allround Scaffolding – standards, ledgers, diagonal braces and system decks. Fast and material-saving assembly is assured not only by the low weight of the system components, yet high loading capacity thanks to the use of the latest higher-strength steels, but also by the self-locking wedge head connection using the proven Allround Connector with its structural advantages and up to eight connection options in one plane, the automatic rectangularity of the system, and the predetermined system dimension. Time-consuming measurements can be www.constructionmirror.com

Scaffolding) Allround scaffolding uses a simple, unique and bolt free connection technology. Sliding the wedge head over the rosette and inserting the wedge into the opening immediately secures the component. There is still sufficient play to secure the other end of the ledger. A hammer blow to the wedge transforms the loose connection into a superbly strong structurally rigid one. The face of the wedge head is now precisely positioned against the standard. Shoring was built to provide temporary support for the formwork during construction of a motorway bridge. Using Layher Allround Scaffolding ensured an economical solution here: since there are load concentrations in the area of the bridge walkways, shoring towers were simply integrated into the Allround Scaffolding using the high-strength Allround Shoring Frames TG 60. This allowed the heavy loads to be safely transmitted. The bolt-free and self-locking Allround wedge head connection Auto- Lock, automatic rectangularity plus the Allround System lengths also allowed rapid assembly – with no need for tiresome measuring work. The safe assembly sequence for Allround Shoring TG 60 automatically provides scaffolding erectors with all-round side protection, even without additional components, during upright assembly. This allows the valid safety regulations to be met in full for the first time. The use of the new Allround Shoring TG 60 thus ensured crucial advantages for Scaffolding Company: compliance with the tight schedules required by project planning, optimum working conditions for the formwork and a high degree of safety during assembly work. CM

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dispensed with. The free selection of the angles for the connections and the different standard lengths ensure flexible adaptation to building geometries, ground plans and topographical peculiarities – using standard components. For further applications, the Layher construction kit also includes matching supplementary components – structurally and dimensionally integrated into the system: in conjunction with a stairway stringer, the four basic Allround components are quickly transformed into a site stair-tower. Combination Allround Shoring Frames TG 60 with Allround Scaffolding allows shoring towers with a loading capacity of up to six tonnes per standard to be built. System solution versus steelwork-based one-off structures Fast and economical assembly is just one of the advantages that system scaffolding has over steelwork-based One-off structures. –or other scaffolding systems. Also important: rapid availability of the standard components, rapid costing on the basis of the existing listed prices, simple structural strength verification based on building authority approval, flexible adjustment even to complex building geometries – and not least repeated and above all versatile opportunities for use, from facade, suspended and birdcage scaffolding to shoring, reinforcing scaffolding, stairs and bridging, plus site protection – i.e. roofs or enclosures. Integration of Allround Shoring Towers TG 60 into Allround Scaffolding enables economical solutions Layher Allround shoring TG 60, (The False work frame – even more possibilities in Allround

Mithilesh Kumar, Director, Layher scaffolding systems Pvt Ltd

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Golden Special Issue 20 22

Uniter is known for its high quality performance and believes in growth conducive work culture Mr. Sanjay

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UNITER, a leading road construction equipment manufacturing company, is serving customers with its wide range of Asphalt Paver Finisher Machines. We also provide project based customizable construction machinery solutions. Our brand is known for its high performing quality machine and our user-friendly approach over the past 50 years in India. We firmly believe in good business ethics and have strong fundamentals. It feels proud to be quality conscious and abstain from compromising on quality. Our Asphalt Paver Finisher Machines has successfully worked in tough conditions on several reputed projects of India and on foreign land for several decades. Aligning with the government norms, we came up with UWP series asphalt pavers using BS4 Engines and developed two models namely UWP3A and UWP03. All the CMVA (Central Motor Vehicle Act) norms are followed and machines are test and certified by ARAI (Automotive Research Association of India).

UWP series is equipped with 74.5 hp Kirloskar make water cooled electric start diesel engine. Salient features like hydrostatic transmission for traction and hydraulic drive system for conveyor, hydrostatic drive for traction gives stepless speed from zero to maximum; no clutches and only two gears, low for working and high for travelling. It avoids the grimness CONSTRUCTION MIR ROR

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and breakdowns of conventional mechanical paver. UWP series with upgraded technology, added safety features, low maintenance cost and a quality product helps our customers to minimize their project costs. Design and capacity features are laying capacity of 150 TPH; basic paving width of 2.5 meter which is hydraulically extendable up to 4.5 meter; suitable for laying bituminous, wet mix, GSB and DLC material with laying thickness up to 200 mm; double side operator seats with sliding control panel; two types of brakes better working visibility; emergency controls; reverse conveyor movement, socket for material control system, manual over ride for conveyor, thickness adjustment with scale and many more. Model UWP3A is equipped with MOBA, German make electronic sensor devices for slope & grade control. We are getting appreciation and positive feedback from all our customers. We have designed, manufactured, supplied and successfully commissioned paver Model VP-05-D, tandem roller Model UT-45 and PTR Model UNTR-7 for paving and compacting on parabolic surface including transit portion for test track. The machinery has given satisfactory results and completed the projects successfully. Needless to say this machinery is first in India and very few manufacturers provide this solution internationally. We wish to add value with our project based customizable construction machine solutions to ongoing and upcoming Test Track projects and Reservoir Embankment Projects in India and abroad utilizing the experience and our dedication to work. With the aim to stay close with our customers and build long term relationship with them, we provide “Total Life Cycle Value: Sustainable Products, Genuine Parts and Quick Support” on owning and operating the equipment. For more details, please visit our website www.uniter.in. CM www.constructionmirror.com

Saint Gobain Gyproc, a market leader in the building construction space in India Mr. Sudeep Kolte VP Sales & Marketing Saint Gobain India Pvt. Ltd. Gyproc Business

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We help to create great living places and improve daily life by combining: Comfort -Which answers today’s individual needs (performance, safety, adaptability, accessibility, beauty) + Sustainability - Which addresses tomorrow’s collective challenges (sustainable building, better mobility, resource efficiency, demographic growth, climate change), to enhance the wellbeing of people everywhere. CM

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A Bachelor in Engineering and Post Graduate from the Indian Institute of Management, Sudeep joined Saint-Gobain in 2015. Prior to his role at Saint-Gobain, Sudeep was Vice President Sales & Marketing – Consumer Paints at Kansai Nerolac Pvt. Ltd. Additionally, Sudeep has served as Portfolio Manager – Asia Pacific & Middle East and previously, as Vice President Sales – B2C at Shell. Sudeep has been in the sales and marketing field for almost 20 years, at various levels - from Functional Head to a Whole Time Director to a Business Head. His robust knowledge entails Business & Strategic Leadership, Brand Stewardship and Channel Management and is coupled with exposure to optimizing sales and marketing operations, supply chain space, consumer orientation & B2B.

100 years in the Gypsum Industry, Gyproc is part of SaintGobain group. Thanks to our 14700 employees, we provide plaster and plasterboard solutions in 67 countries, through 135 sites and 5 local brands. A world leader in habitat and construction market, Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes high - performance building materials, providing innovative solutions to the challenges of growth, energyefficiency and environmental protection. Research and innovation are at the heart of the Saint-Gobain's strategy. Our passion for materials, our proximity to customers, and our skills allow us to address market's needs, to anticipate coming needs and to shorten development time. A market leader in the lightweight interior construction space for more than 3 decades, our product range includes gypsum plasterboard systems for false ceilings and drywall partitions, acoustical ceiling tiles (gypsum, mineral fibre, metal & glass wool) and gypsum plastering solutions. Our systems are complemented with a strong range of metal framing, accessories and jointing & finishing products.

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EVENT DIARY 17th-21st May 2022

14-16 June 2022

15-17 july 2022

Bengaluru International Exhibition Centre https://www.excon.in/

Srinagar Kashmir ( J & K ) India https://www.worldconex.com/

Vizag Convention Center, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh

Infrastructure sector is a key driver for the Indian economy. The sector is highly responsible for propelling India’s overall development and enjoys intense focus from Government for initiating policies that would ensure time-bound creation of world class infrastructure in the country. Infrastructure sector includes power, bridges, dams, roads, and urban infrastructure development. The Government of India is expected to invest highly in the infrastructure sector, mainly highways, renewable energy, and urban transport.

WorldConEx an exhibition caters to the construction machinery designing needs of people. The exhibition is being organized by Olampia Exhibition Pvt. Ltd., which has a track record of conducting highly successful Industrial Exhibitions in different segments in Asia. The exhibition, which is all about showcasing of products in stalls, is open to the public and Related Entrepreneurs Construction Industries to attend.

25th - 27th Aug 2022 Pragati Maidan, New Delhi

19th-21st Sept 2022

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Mumbai, India https://india.intermatconstruction.com/

HTF, the India’s Largest and only kind of B2B exhibition focusses on the need for High-end Hand Tools, Power Tools, Fasteners & Specialty Tools etc. It provides an excellent platform to establish crucial connections in Manufacturing Supply Chain across Various Sectors. The event is supported by reputed industry associations including the 'World Metal Forum'. With the New Halls at Pragati Maidan, featuring more exhibition space and larger volume halls than ever before, HTF expo is ready to deliver a grand event with new and exciting opportunities.

Intermat is the international trade show for construction machinery & materials and among the top 3 construction show worldwide organized by Comexposium- the leading European Event Organisers. Comexposium has officially associated with Inter Ads- An Indian trade show organizer, to create a new Intermat India Show which will provide the best across to the construction industry in the entire Indian region. India is the one of the world's most dynamic and fast growing regiobs companies and brands in a strategic location.

22–25, Nov, 2022

31st Jan - 3rd Feb, 2023

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The 5th Edition of ANDHRA PRADESH CONSTRUCTION EXPO Welcomes you to Participate & Visit. The Startups and the entrepreneurs as a whole are on their toes to grab opportunities. Since the chances are plenty for local players as some overseas companies are taking up the task of building the capital city, Andhra Pradesh Construction Expo will be a boon for local players to upgrade themselves with the advance and state-of-the-art technologies.

13-15 October 2022

Bombay Exhibition Center, Mumbai https://www.woc-india.com/

Concrete Show India is now World of Concrete India. World of Concrete was launched in 1975 and has successfully held for more than 40 years. The show owned and produced by Informa Markets has been the only international event dedicated to the commercial concrete and masonry construction industries. The previous edition of the Concrete Show India was in Mumbai in 2019. It was attended by 6000+ visitors and 100+ delegates, who interacted with representatives of 150+ brands and 40+ speakers.

27th-29th March 2023

Shanghai, China https://www.bauma-china.com/

India Expo Centre, Greater Noida www.bcindia.com

Pragati Maidan, New Delhi https://www.smartcitiesindia.com/

This community platform is the virtual place where exhibitors reach out to participants who cannot attend bauma CHINA in Shanghai in person and where online visitors can find out about the exhibitors’ latest products and technologies as well as establish new business contacts. Featuring a live chat and online business matching, bauma CHINA Community furthermore is the ideal platform for exhibitors and visitors from all over the world to interact—before, during and after bauma CHINA.

Bauma CONEXPO India is the International Trade Fair for Construction Machinery, Building Material Machines, Mining Machines and Construction Vehicles provides the construction industry in India with a professional platform for networking, investment and the exchange of ideas and information. The show launched in 2011 and did an impressive job of putting this quality standard to the test.

The Smart Cities India expo is a reflection of India’s emerging modernization and development landscape. The expo is the ultimate platform to accelerate nation building, open key discourses on the growth of India’s digital economy and enable entrepreneurship as a driving force for socio-economic development. The event attracts a large turnout of qualified visitors & delegates from government departments as well as private organisations.

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