“I am tired and bored of people who use the same technology,” Ramdas Rao, MD of Acore Global reveals. Acore is a supplier of lifting and heavy equipments from reputed brands.
In his opinion, the regional and international industry has grown leaps and bounds when it comes to engineering. There have been so many advancements in the way engineers utilise technology in the last decade but Rao observes that very few companies have incorporated this in their heavy equipment. “There needs to be a change, and we as a company are bringing that change through our products.”
He urges that every product the Acore team deals with brings something unique into the market. “By doing so the firm hopes to contribute to the generation next and move ahead in terms of technology.”
The technology does exist in the market, but there is still a visible gap. Rao says that it is possibly because people haven’t been familiarised with any of the new technology. Change stems from knowledge not ignorance. “To upgrade the market, our first step should be educating companies and providing hands-on training, especially when it comes to heavy machinery and equipment.”
Rao considers change to be the only thing that is constant. “But now we have to convert change into a mindset for people.”
He observes that as the economic situation in the market gradually declines, producers have been creating cheaper construction vehicles, and contractors have been procuring cheaper materials.
“What people don’t understand is incorporating technology is actually cost-effective, and could reduce your cost by 20 to 30%.”
New ranges in the market
Rao says that every new product launched including the Leonardo HD, Magni’s RTH 5.23S, and PIXY 45T, has attracted buyers because they have never seen similar designs before.
“Unfortunately,” he admits, “the biggest challenge to overcome has been a common mindset buyers have of an innovative product assumed to be expensive.”
Rao assures that despite the technological advancements, manufacturers have priced these products very reasonably for any asset procuring company.
Each of the products launched were showcased at last year’s Big 5 Show at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
New launches:
LEONARDO HD
This low level platform, Leonardo Heavy-Duty, is designed for harsh environments and features active pothole protection for an increased ground clearance, preferred in the contracting environment.
Tailor-made to the operator’s and contractor’s needs in the building industry, the range of platforms eliminates the need for scaffolding, scissor lifts and normal push-around units. It replaces ladders and scaffolding towers.
PIXY 45T
This mini loader is combines the advantages of the rigid frame with the articulated chassis. Supplied with four-wheel steering and oscillating rear axle it allows tight turning radius but very high levels of stability and security.
The hydrostatic servo-assisted steering system, the articulated frame together with four steering wheels, each powered by an independent wheel motor, allows the operator, despite the size and the weight of the machine, to maintain the keep the driving of the machine always under control in a simple and safe way, thanks to the absolute directional stability of the vehicle.
Magni’s RTH 5.23S
Launched at The Big 5 Show Dubai in November 2015, the tele handler has a maximum lifting capacity of 4999 kg with maximum lifting height of 22.75m and a 360-degree rotation.
Manufactured by Magni, the product is one of the highest reaching machinery in the world with the highest capacity.