Renting equipment is becoming more popular due to the cost savings compared to purchasing new machinery.

Renting equipment is becoming more popular due to the cost savings compared to purchasing new machinery.

Rajesh Agarwal, Managing Director, Jindal Infrastructures

 

Can you provide a brief history and overview of your company, including the range of equipment you offer for rental?

For more than six inspiring decades, Jindal Infrastructures Private Limited has successfully reined the Indian infrastructure industry. Being one of the pioneers in equipment leasing in India, the company has bagged remarkable goodwill and reception in the market through immense hard work and dedication.

We are an ISO 14001:2004 & ISO 9001:2000 Certified Company expertise providing Two Divisions of work i.e., Providing Construction Equipment on Rental operation since 1962 & also providing Pile & Foundation Jobs.

Division I - EQUIPMENT RENTALS

Our fleet of equipment is one of the largest and most diverse in the equipment rental industry in India having more than 300 new generation machines, and every piece is maintained and serviced by our own technicians. We rent the latest and most technologically advanced fleet equipment like:

1. Crawler Cranes- 40 MT - 500 MT

2. Hydraulic Telescopic Cranes- 40MT -500 MT

3. Hydraulic Piling Rigs- 15KN-42KN

4. Concrete Boom Placer- 20 Metres- 46 Metres

5. Self-Propelled Man Lifts- 60 Feet-240 Feet

6. Truck Mounted Boom Lifts- 80 Feet - 240 Feet

7. Tunnel Shotcrete Machines- 13 Metres To 17 Metres

DIVISION II- GROUND IMPROVEMENT WORKS

Jindal Infrastructures Private Limited also undertake the Pile & Foundation Jobs ranging from 400 mm to 3000 mm dia such on Item Basis Rental Package Service helping client to develop Engineering & provide solutions to execute their requirement in a cost and time effective. We are expert in providing these Foundation jobs mentioned below:

1. Bored Pile (Pre-Cast / Cast-in-Site)

2. Driven Pile (Pre-Cast / Cast-in-Site)

3. Sheet Pile using Vibro Hammer

4. Diaphragm Walls

What are the current trends you observe in the construction/infrastructure equipment rental market?

In the Indian construction and infrastructure equipment rental market, several current trends are emerging:

Growth in Urbanization and Infrastructure Projects: India’s rapid urbanization and the government’s focus on infrastructure development, such as the Smart Cities Mission and various metro rail projects, Port development, Highways, Railways, Petrochemicals, Steel, Cement, Bridges, High speed train are driving demand for construction equipment rentals.

Cost Efficiency and Flexibility: Renting equipment is becoming more popular due to the cost savings compared to purchasing new machinery. This trend is particularly strong among small and medium-sized construction firms that prefer to avoid the high capital expenditure associated with buying new equipment.

Technological Advancements: The adoption of advanced technologies like telematics, IoT, and GPS tracking in rental equipment is increasing. These technologies help in monitoring equipment usage, maintenance needs, and improving operational efficiency.

What are the primary challenges faced by rental companies in this industry, and how is your company addressing them?

The primary challenges faced by rental companies in the construction and infrastructure equipment rental industry in India include:

Equipment Utilization: Ensuring high utilization rates of rented equipment is crucial. Idle equipment represents lost revenue and increased storage costs.

Financing and Capital Requirements: Securing financing for purchasing new equipment and managing cash flow for ongoing operations can be challenging, especially for smaller companies.

Skilled Workforce: Hiring and retaining skilled operators and technicians for maintenance and support is critical for smooth operations.

How we are addressing these challenges:

Optimizing Equipment Utilization: Implementing advanced fleet management systems to monitor equipment usage and optimize deployment can increase utilization rates.

Financial Management: Implementing strong financial management practices, exploring leasing options, and building relationships with financial institutions is helping us to manage capital requirements.

Training and Development: Investing in continuous training and development programs for employees can ensure a skilled and knowledgeable workforce.

What strategies do you employ to ensure customer satisfaction and retention?

Humari Company mai Customer ko Bhagwan ka Darza Dia jaata hai.

  Our utmost focus is to keep 100% customer satisfaction & build strong long-term relationships.

  To ensure customer satisfaction and retention, a robust maintenance schedule for high-quality equipment and regularly update the fleet with the latest models. We Provide exceptional 24/7 support, personalized service, and transparent, competitive pricing with flexible rental terms.

  We also maintain proactive communication with regular updates and feedback mechanisms & offer value-added services like on-site technical support, operator training, and safety guidelines.

  Lastly & most important ensure high equipment availability with backup options and assign dedicated account managers for strong relationship management through regular check-ins and site visits.

What are your projections for the future of the equipment rental industry, and how is your company preparing for it?

The mission “Viksit Bharat 2047” by our Honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji gives a very positive uptrend in the equipment rental market. So, the next 5 years is very crucial for all the rental companies as there will be whole load on inquiries for various equipment in all sectors of infrastructure development. We are always prepared for best as we have made a roadmap for next 5 years in terms of equipment purchasing, managing cash-flows, finance & Employee retainment. We wish the best of luck for all rental companies to endeavour in future.