How IoT and AI are redefining concreting equipment

With an emphasis on IoT-enabled machinery and low-emission engines to meet market expectations and advance sustainable practices, Schwing Stetter India leads innovation in the rapidly expanding construction equipment sector.

Given that concreting equipment contributes 56 percent of your revenue, what specific advancements in this segment are you most excited about, and how do they address current market needs?
Integrating cutting-edge automation and digital technologies into our concreting equipment excites us in particular. For instance, real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance are now possible with our IoT-integrated boom pumps and batching plants. This satisfies the market’s present demands for effectiveness, decreased downtime, and optimal resource use. Additionally, because environmentally concerned contractors demand more eco-friendly solutions, we concentrate on low-emission engines and CNG-powered machinery. These developments guarantee that our equipment satisfies the industry’s current and future demands while increasing productivity and adhering to global sustainability trends.

How does Schwing Stetter India plan to integrate emerging technologies such as automation, AI, or IoT into its new product lines?
Our product lines are being aggressively integrated with IoT, AI, and automation to improve efficiency and performance. IoT enables our equipment to collect data in real-time, enabling managers and operators to monitor the health and operation of the machines remotely. Artificial intelligence (AI) is used in systems to optimise operating parameters, increase fuel economy, and decrease wear and tear. For instance, automation reduces errors and manual intervention in our batching facilities by enabling precise measurement and mixing. These technology developments address practical issues that our clients have, like reducing downtime and improving operational safety, rather than just being innovative.

Schwing Stetter India has set up comprehensive training centres. Can you discuss how these facilities contribute to operational excellence and safety when using your equipment?
Our training facilities are essential to ensure that personnel understand the machinery and know how to use it safely and effectively. These facilities provide practical instruction on our equipment, ranging from fundamental use to sophisticated troubleshooting. Our emphasis on safety procedures, optimal operations methods, and upkeep abilities gives operators the necessary understanding to optimise machinery efficiency and reduce mishaps. Our training centres are essential for promoting operational excellence in an industry where safety and accuracy are paramount.

With the Indian Construction Equipment Manufacturers Association (ICEMA) reporting a 26 percent YoY growth, how do you see this trend influencing your product development and strategic planning?
The construction equipment business has enormous potential and demand, as seen by the 26 percent rise. We are being pushed by this tendency to increase our product ranges and innovate more quickly. Our focus is on scalable solutions that may be applied to smaller, more specialised applications and larger infrastructure projects. Our plan calls for creating more environmentally friendly and energy-efficient equipment, such as EV shotcrete machines and equipment that runs on CNG or other alternative fuels. Additionally, as more operators use our equipment, this expansion drives us to improve our training programs and after-sales service network.

How does Schwing Stetter India plan to leverage the booming construction equipment market to expand and enhance its market position?
We intend to take advantage of this expansion by increasing our manufacturing capacity, funding equipment R&D for the next generation, and fortifying our network of service providers throughout India. We’re keeping up with industry expectations by developing increasingly technologically complex devices that integrate automation, IoT, and AI. Our emphasis on safety and sustainability will also be a major factor in setting us apart from rivals. Our market position will be further cemented by our close collaboration with government initiatives and large-scale infrastructure projects to ensure that our equipment is in line with India’s expanding construction needs.

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