Press Release| Cummins India Limited launched Retrofit Emission Control Device (RECD) for Cummins Genset Users Salient Features:• Energy efficient as it requires no active regeneration• Robust for wide variety and conditions of in-use DG sets• Remote installation feature• On board diagnostics and telematics solution (IoT)• Simple and efficient design that gives consistent performance and long operational life• All weatherproof and[Read More…]
Continental has found a use case in PET Bottles. Sumesh Soman looks at the commercialisation of recycled polyester tyres. Polyester is in vogue! Tyre manufacturer Continental realised it and was quick to tap the pool of recycled PET bottles or PolyEthylene Terephthalate commonly used for packaging 70 per cent of the soft drinks. Hailed as light, durable, safe and with[Read More…]
ELGi launched two high performance, energy-efficient portable air compressors. Sumesh Soman looks at the key product offerings. Air compressors play a crucial role for operating Construction Equipment (CEs). At the recently concluded Excon 2K21, Elgi Equipments Ltd. launched a range of high performance, energy-efficient, and reliable electric and diesel, portable air compressors. The electric-powered PG 110E -13.5, and the diesel-powered[Read More…]
Valvoline introduced a range of antifreeze coolants. Deepti Thore looks at the proposition of even operating temperatures in extreme drive conditions. A vehicle is dependent on various lubricants to stay up and running. Coolants are crucial here! Here again, the breed of an antifreeze coolant is deemed quintessential for extreme temperatures to help the vehicle maintain an even, operational temperature.[Read More…]
As technology advances there is a huge demand for performance engines and cooling is crucial in heat dissipation. Ashish Bhatia with Prateek Pardeshi looks at the advances in air-cooled systems led by fins. Heat dissipation is crucial to the efficiency of an Internal Combustion Engine (ICE). Especially since temperatures are known to breach the ~2300-2500 degrees Centigrade mark. Here, the[Read More…]
The Government of Rajasthan is conducting roadshows across the country to draw investment in its components manufacturing and ancillary ecosystem. Prateek Pardeshi draws the attention of tier suppliers and investors to the largest state of the country. Rajasthan is the largest state and seventh-largest economy, in India! There are already more than 100 automotive and auto-component manufacturing plants in the[Read More…]
Orissa-based EeVe India has its task cut out! It wants to become the best electric scooter company in the country. To realise its aspirations, the company is striving hard to increasingly localise its products as a ‘Made In India’ offering to click with buyers. A testimony to the efforts fructifying to a large extent is the new flagship scooter from[Read More…]
The EICMA 2021 International trade fair drew attention to the progress made in two-wheeler components. Deepti Thore highlights the mix expected to shape up next-generation products. The 78th edition of the International Bicycle and Motorcycle exhibition, EICMA 2021 was held between November 23-28, 2021.It was testimony to the distinct competitive edge of component suppliers in the two-wheeler industry. Hosted at[Read More…]
Continental has introduced the future of displays in four-wheelers namely Shytech displays. The display focuses on essential information and relaying it when needed instead of cluttering the screen with unnecessary information. Displays seem to be dominating the cockpit of four-wheelers as well as two-wheelers alike. Over the years, the length of displays along with functionality and intuitiveness has only increased.[Read More…]
Permagard India is eyeing expansion. Deepti Thore looks at the scope of growth through the company’s paint protective solutions. Emerging as a fast-growing ‘Surface Paint Protection’ and ‘Car Care Treatment’ company, Permagard India is eyeing expansion. Specialised in protective coatings which are designed to perform in harsh environments, Permagard offers protective coats and solutions that are claimed to have gained[Read More…]
