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Rent, Don’t Own

Owning heavy equipment was once a badge of capability for contractors. Today, with rising costs, maintenance hassles, and skilled-operator shortages, renting offers flexibility, cost savings, and hassle-free compliance—making ‘rent, don’t own’ the smarter choice.

Beyond Asphalt

India’s infrastructure boom has delivered scale; now it must deliver sustainability. Engineers and policymakers are shifting focus to materials, drainage, circularity, and lifecycle value to build highways that truly last.

Building Roads That Last

India’s road future depends on durability, circular materials, and EV-ready designs—not just speed or kilometres.

We asked Indian OEMs to build machines no one had made before

In an exclusive interaction, Lt Gen Rajeev Chaudhry, former Director General, Border Roads Organisation, shares how modern equipment, indigenous innovation, and technology transformed strategic infrastructure delivery in India’s toughest terrains.

Why Renting Beats Buying

Once a symbol of capability, owning heavy equipment is losing its appeal. With rising costs and complex compliance, contractors are increasingly turning to rentals for flexibility, savings, and simplicity.

JK Tyre expands its retail footprint in Gujarat

Indian tyre industry major and a pioneer in the radial tyre segment, JK Tyre & Industries, has inaugurated a new JK Truck Wheels Centre in Gandhidham, marking a significant step in its growth and market expansion.

JK Tyre Expands its Retail Footprint in Gujarat

With its new Truck Wheels centre in Gandhidham

Lifting the Industry

By 2033, the market for crawler cranes in India is projected to reach a significant $805.95 million.

Modi inaugurates 23 projects, including 7 airport expansions

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated 23 significant projects worth Rs 6,611.18 crore, including seven airport expansions, during his visit to his parliamentary constituency on October 20.

Ramkrishna Forgings to provide EV components to US giant

Milesh Gandhi, Executive Director, Ramkrishna Forgings, expressed that the collaboration between their company and the EV industry signifies their ongoing dedication to innovation and their ability to meet industry demands.

Ramkrishna Forgings to provide EV components to US giant

Milesh Gandhi, Executive Director, Ramkrishna Forgings, expressed that the collaboration between their company and the EV industry signifies their ongoing dedication to innovation and their ability to meet industry demands.

MYCRANE invests in India as expansion continues

Online crane rental platform MYCRANE announced the launch of wholly-owned operations in India on day one of the Conex construction trade show, currently taking place in Gandhinagar, Gujarat (September 21-23).

A Resounding Success

Gujarat Conex 2023 served as a gathering hub for prominent figures in the industry and policymakers, engaging in discussions aimed at advancing infrastructure development in Gujarat.

Gujarat: One-stop destination for CE players

Gujarat Conex 2023, which will be held from September 21-23, 2023 in Gandhinagar, will be a meeting place for major industry players and policymakers to deliberate on furthering infrastructure growth in Gujarat and India.

Why is India Buying Bigger Cranes?

Demand for such cranes is spurred by fast-paced infrastructure growth

L&T, NCC bids for Rs 56.88 bn Hyderabad Airport Metro project

The Hyderabad Airport Metro has confirmed the receipt of two significant bids from L&T and NCC for the Rs 56.88 billion tender aimed at selecting an EPC contractor for the Airport Metro project.

Gujarat allocates Rs 22.13 bn for 919 km road network expansion

The Gujarat government has approved Rs 22.13 billion for a 919-km-long road covering 94 stretches from small villages to metro cities.

CEAT expands truck service hub footprint in India

CEAT Limited has announced the inauguration of its largest truck service hub in Gandhidham.

On the Move!

The market for mobile cranes is on the move driven by low-rise residential, commercial, and industrial building construction activity in urban areas.

Manitou expands footprint in Gujarat

Manitou has recently appointed Naksh Infra Equipments as its authorised dealer for Saurashtra and Kutch region as part of the business expansion plans in India.

Sany strengthens presence in Gujarat

Sany India, a leading manufacturer of construction equipment & heavy machinery, further strengthened its presence in Gujarat by inaugurating a new branch office of its authorised dealership RS Infra Equipments at Gandhidham.

There is upsurge in demand for medium & high-capacity cranes”

The medium and heavy-duty mobile cranes market is progressing largely in India due to the growth in the construction industry of the country.

JP Infra plants over 500 trees at Sanjay Gandhi National Park

Plantation drive initiated in association with Maharashtra Forest Department, Thane

Tata Motors bags order of 115 ambulances from Gujarat govt

Tata Motors won the bid for the order under the Government e-Marketplace, and the vehicles are designed for patient transport as per AIS 125 Part 1. Tata Motors will phase-wise supply the remaining 90 ambulance shells, as per the contract.

Restart of govt flagship programmes will lift up excavators market in 2021

According to the Off-highway Research, the sale forecast for crawler excavators from 2019-2024 is 24 per cent whereas the mini excavator market is expected to grow by 39 per cent during the given duration.

AM/NS sets up 1000-bed COVID hospital in Hazira

This dedicated 250-bed COVID care hospital near the AM/NS India Hazira manufacturing plant will admit only patients who need oxygen. AM/NS India will ensure speedy transfer of patients via ambulances to nearby hospitals in case they require more intensive medical intervention.

Tata Motors delivers 25 Ace CNG models to Vijayawada

The Tata Ace tippers are specially designed for efficient waste collection and are equipped with 3 cu m closed-box tipper.

Informa Markets and KDCL unveil InfraConex

Informa Markets (formerly UBM India), India’s leading B2B exhibition organiser, and K and D Communication (KDCL) in a joint venture, unveiled a brand new exhibition ‘InfraConex’ that will cater to the Indian construction equipment sector.

Dock leveler with forklift roll-off barrier lip

Gandhi Automation’s forklift barrier lip roll-off dock leveler is designed and built to provide all the benefits of the series hydraulic dock leveler with the additional benefit of providing a formidable barrier.

Recognising Excellence

Gandhi Automations once again bagged two awards in a row at the prestigious events across two diverse industries, Automation Industry Leader 2020 and Automation Supplier of the Year 2020.

Sonia Gandhi appeals to PM Modi

The construction industry employs 30 million people, more than the population of Australia or Malaysia; yet only 4 per cent of the current 32 million workers are skilled.

Making dreams come true

The EC350D crawler excavator from Volvo Construction Equipment is supporting an Indian contractor realise his dream of becoming a successful entrepreneur in Gujarat.

High-performance high-speed doors

High-performance doors are automatic doors used for fast access between internal and external areas of buildings.

Gandhi Automations wins WASME Award

Gandhi Automations received the WASME Warehousing and Logistics Innovation Award from Ashwani Kumar Chaubey, Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare.

Remote-operated high-speed doors and rolling shutters are emerging trends

Incorporated in 1996, Gandhi Automations has excelled in manufacturing, exporting, distributing and installing entrance automation systems and loading bay equipment that are hassle-free and easy to operate.

Efficient Workflow

Loading docks are a pivotal link in your supply chain. They provide the entrance for materials, parts and inventory and the exit for outbound shipments.

Dock houses save space

Are you planning to extend your facility? And are you looking for a cost-efficient way of realising this extension? A dock house is an alternative that offers you economy and many advantages.

Technology Boost for Logistics

With the advent of GST and giving infrastructure status to logistics sector, many logistics companies are investing heavily in warehouse space and infrastructure.

Harsha Kadam appointed Schaeffler India Managing Director

Schaeffler India announced the appointment of Harsha Kadam as Managing Director of the company for a period of five years.

High-performance DOORS

High-speed doors are faster versions of conventional door systems such as roller doors, sectional door, PVC fabric door or roller shutter.

Dharmesh Arora to lead Schaeffler Group in Asia-Pacific

Dharmesh Arora, Chief Executive Officer of Schaeffler India, will take over the new role as Regional CEO Asia Pacific for Schaeffler Group starting October 1, 2019.

Heroes of Fire Safety

Gandhi Automation's fire rated rolling shutter is a modern equipment used to prevent the fire from spreading.

High-speed Doors for medium and large entrances

Doors are an integral part of the smooth operations of any commercial and industrial building. That is why choosing the most suitable doors needs very careful consideration.

India's first intelligent trailer launched

Tata International DLT launched India's first intelligent trailer at the Truck Trailer and Tyre Expo in Gandhinagar. Tata DLT's intelligent trailer is fitted with state-of-the-art technology that provides data required for optimising operation and maintenance of trailer to the operator as well as the fleet manager, thereby reducing the dependence on manual tracking.

Quality Engineered

Gandhi Automations Pvt Ltd, India's No. 1 entrance automation and loading bay equipment company, is the only manufacturer of rolling shutters certified to ISO 9001: 2015, ISO 14001: 2015, and BS OHSAS 18001: 2007 quality management system.

Tata International DLT launches India?s first intelligent trailer

Tata International DLT launched India's first intelligent trailer at the Truck Trailer and Tyre Expo in Gandhinagar. Tata DLT?s intelligent trailer is fitted with state-of-the-art technology that provides data required for optimising operation and maintenance of trailer to the operator as well as the fleet manager, thereby reducing the dependence on manual tracking.

Gandhi Rolling Shutters - Quality Engineered

Gandhi Automations Pvt Ltd, India's leading entrance automation and loading bay equipment company, is the only manufacturer of rolling shutters certified to ISO 9001: 2015, ISO 14001: 2015, BS OHSAS 18001: 2007 quality management system.

High-speed doors

Gandhi Automations, India's leading entrance automation and loading bay equipment company, offers high-speed doors. These are sturdy, dependable and are the ideal solution for medium and large entrances.

Constro International Fair 2018

ABEC Exhibitions & Conferences and ITE partnered with Pune Construction Engineering Research Foundation (PCERF) with a vision of taking the building and construction industry to greater heights, organised Constro International Fair 2018 Pune, during January 18-21, 2018 at the Agriculture College Ground in Pune.

Trimble unveils pan-India training program

Trimble has unveiled its pan-India training program to train the next-generation of engineering and construction industry professionals. The company also announced the opening of its latest Tekla Authorized Training Center (ATC) in Vijayawada, taking the number of ATCs to 17 across India.

Electro-hydraulic Dock Levelers

Electro-hydraulic dock levelers offered by Gandhi Automations are not only a bridge for connecting a vehicle, but also facilitate fast, smooth and safe transition by compensating the difference in heights between the loading bay and the vehicle.

High Speed Doors

Gandhi Automations offers high speed doors. These are sturdy, dependable and are the ideal solution for medium and large entrances. The doors are manufactured with European collaboration and technology with innovative and creative engineering.

Quality Engineered Rolling Shutters

Gandhi Automations Pvt Ltd, India's leading entrance automation and loading bay equipment company, is the only manufacturer of rolling shutters certified to ISO 9001 - 2008 quality management system.

The entrance automations leader

Gandhi Automations is India's top entrance automation and loading bay equipment company. This widely recognised position has been achieved by years of hard work, innovation, commitment to quality and reliable customer service.

Machine control systems are the future in India

MOBA is a German company that provides automation solutions for moving machines. Speaking to ÿճԹ, Samip Desai, National Manager, Moba Mobile Automation (I), explains the company's activities and solutions for the Indian market.

High-speed self-repairing door

Prime Reset is a unique high-speed self-repairing door with the latest technology that prevents downtime of the door system. In case the curtain is impacted accidentally, it will cause the curtain to move out of the guides without damage.

Automatic Sectional Overhead Doors

India?s leading entrance automation and loading bay equipment company, Gandhi Automations Pvt Ltd offers Porto and Max Vista - automatic sectional overhead doors - the ideal solution for all industrial and commercial needs.

Witnessing Quantum Jump

In light of the various infrastructure development initiatives by our government and expansion plans declared by various related agencies, the Bulk Material Handling Equipment (BMHE) sector

High Speed Self Repairing Door

Prime Reset is a unique high speed self-repairing door with the latest technology that prevents downtime of the door system. In case the curtain is impacted accidentally it will cause the curtain to move out of the guides without damage.

?Zero-Incident? Construction Sites

The Indian Construction Equipment (CE) industry is going through a growth phase. It is evolving faster compared to a decade ago. With the new government approach being high on governance, their initiatives have opened doors to new and multiple infrastructure projects.

Loading Bays | The Most Overlooked Area

The importance of efficiently loading goods has always been evident. It has only increased with the years. Higher cost of skilled manpower consequently causes the necessity of hiring less qualified personnel.

Material Handling: Meteoric Rise

Modern warehousing and inter modal logistics industry initiatives in India, have redefined how business is conducted in the country in most industry sectors as well as its geographic regions.

A techno-commercial talent

Kinjal Gandhi is a Director at Kompress India Pvt Ltd In his current capacity, Gandhi is responsible for overseeing the international business development of the organisation. He is an experienced techno-commercial professional.

Battery charge controller

Star Automations offers battery charge controller. It also provides complete solutions for the support and maintenance of high value electronic printed circuit boards (PCBs) and modules.

Differential rates of RTO tax and entry tax a challenge

Large number of heavy cranes has entered the market. Companies like Reliance have purchased their own cranes. As such rental would be very difficult when infrastructure development commences within next six to nine months.

Craning for Opportunities

From a global perspective, the equipment rental industry in India is in its nascent stage. Currently, the average off take for rental is 7-8 per cent of the annual equipment production in India as against up to 80 per cent in developed countries like UK, South Korea and others.

Elofic Enters Industrial Filter Segment

Elofic Industries has a vast presence in India with 15 marketing offices, along with about 1,000 distributors and 30,000 retailers spread throughout the country.

Fire Rated Shutters

Fire shutters are the unsung heroes of the fire safety as most of the time they work like any other doors, while during a fire breakout, it acts as an engineered fire safety device.

Crane Owners Association Meet

The announcement of new office bearers, unveiling new website of the association and felicitation of Ashwin Gandhi were the highlights of the third AGM. The third Annual General Meeting (AGM)of the Crane Owners Association of India (COAOI) was held on September 30, 2015 in Mumbai. The meeting started with the minutes of the last year?s Annual General Meeting and a recap of the major activities during the year.

Clean Room High-Speed Doors

Gandhi Automations provides clean room high-speed doors specifically designed for quickly isolate the outside environment and internal facility.

Future Energy Shifts - Insight

Shell Lubricants hosted the fourth edition of global lecture series in association with IIM Bangalore to discuss future energy shifts in industry and transport with experts across the industry.

Automobile Gears

Max Pro Engineers is a customer centric organisation that manufactures and exports a range of Automobile Gears.

Differential rates of RTO tax and entry tax is a major challenge

There are no trained or licensed operators. It is a lacuna and we have approached the MOT Nitin Gadkari?s office but they do understand our requirement of Operator License.

Craning for Opportunities

Despite a prolonged dip in demand for the last three years the power sector, especially wind mills and renewed focus on infrastructure, and core sectors like cement and steel are expected to drive the demand for heavy duty cranes.

Multileaf Springs

This section provides information on products that find use in the making and maintenance of construction and equipment.

OMRON showcases at SPS Automation India 2015

OMRON Automation India displayed its prowess in the industrial automation technology domain at the SPS Automation India 2015 exhibition at Gandhinagar

Pioneer in Quality Movement

Elofic Industries is one of the most reputed and renowned automotive filter manufacturing companies in the country. Established in 1951, the company has five modern filter manufacturing facilities, three at Faridabad in Haryana, fourth at Hosur in Tamil Nadu and the fifth at Nalagarh in Himachal Pradesh.

Our dock levelers come with the most secure safety features.

All our products are designed and manufactured along with German collaboration using innovative and creative engineering technology, says Samir Gandhi, Director, Gandhi Automations. Excerpts from the interview

The welding market is expected to reach Rs.16,750 cr by 2019-20

In the welding sector, the number of available skilled and trained workers is much less than the need. We are trying to concentrate on training and skill development so that we have more skilled and trained workers readily available, which will increase the productivity, says R Srinivasan, Vice President, The Indian Institute of Welding. Excerpts from the interview...

Market trends and Future Growth

The demand for compaction equipment from the road sector has remained almost stagnant for the past three years owing to the slowdown in construction activities. Road building projects are currently facing major challenges from delays in awarding projects and policy decisions

Cold drawn seamless steel tubes

Gandhi Special Tubes is a manufacturer of small diameter welded and cold drawn seamless steel tubes. Set up in technical collaboration with Benteler of Germany, the company?s product range comprises cold drawn seamless steel tubes for various applications like high pressure diesel fuel injection tubing, hydraulic tubes, etc, in seamless steel tubes and low pressure fuel lines, oil lines, and condenser tubing in welded tubes. Available in a size range of 3 mm to 75 mm outer diameter and 0.5 mm to

Robotically welded Dock Levelers

Gandhi Automations, one of the leader players in the entrance automations and loading bay equipment offers robotically welded dock levelers that offer a perfect balance of power and performance.

We are investing heavily in the expansion of our facilities.

Gandhi Automations is dedicated to the quality policy that ensures that its products and services fully meet the requirements of its customers at all times. Both in products and services, we maintain the very best standards. All of our products are certified to ISO standard and services are prompt and effective, says Samir Gandhi