JCB joins the battle against Coronavirus in India

New Delhi, 3^rd April, 2020: JCB India Ltd, the country’s leading manufacturer of Earthmoving and Construction Equipment, has partnered with Asian Institute of Medical Sciences, Faridabad to support the fight against COVID-19. This project will be partially funded through JCB India’s CSR initiative. The company has made a commitment to fund PPEs, medicines, testing kits, security suits and consumables for doctors and healthcare workers. This will jointly enhance the preparedness for comprehensive support to affected patients in Faridabad and surrounding areas during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Mr. Subir Kumar Chowdhury, Managing Director and CEO of JCB India said “We have initiated a multipronged prevention, mitigation and ongoing support strategy with Asian Institute of Medical Sciences to deal with COVID-19 related patients. This is in line with keeping with our company value of supporting and enhancing the communities in which we operate in. We are certain that this partnership will provide the requisite assistance to the people of Faridabad, where our India headquarters is located. We are actively assessing similar initiatives in areas where our other factories are located.” 

Earlier in the COVID-19 crisis, through its CSR initiatives, JCB India also commenced a significant ongoing response programme for distribution of food and essential supplies in communities where the company operates in.

Global Outreach

In UK, JCB’s £50 million Cab Systems factory in Uttoxeter, Staffordshire is being mobilised to make special steel housings for a brand new design of ventilator from Dyson. A minimum of 10,000 of the JCB housings are earmarked for manufacture once Dyson receives regulatory approval for its design. The first prototypes of the housings have been delivered to Dyson after rolling off the production line. The project has gone from design to production in a matter of days and is a testament to the agility and skills of talented engineering, design and fabrication teams that have come on board very quickly at a time of national crisis.

HISTORIC DAY AS 750,000TH BACKHOE ROLLS OFF JCB PRODUCTION LINE

JCB today celebrated a unique milestone as its 750,000th backhoe loader rolled off the production line.

The landmark machine was driven off the line at the company’s factory in Rocester, Staffordshire – the very location where the first JCB backhoe was manufactured almost 70 years ago.

It was in 1953 that company founder, the late Joseph Cyril Bamford CBE, conceived the idea of the JCB backhoe loader, which created, for the first time, a single machine which combined a front shovel and rear excavator arm. In its first full year of production in 1954, just 35 of the machines were produced and it took more than 20 years for the first 50,000 to be made.  JCB now manufactures backhoe loaders in the UK, India, Brazil and the USA.

JCB Chairman Lord Bamford said today: “Some of my earliest childhood memories are of watching our first backhoe loaders being produced at Rocester and it’s incredible to think we have now manufactured 750,000.

“What’s even more incredible is that the backhoe remains one of the world’s most popular pieces of construction equipment almost seven decades after the first was produced. It really is testament to the versatility of the machine that its popularity continues to endure and will see it continue to prosper in the future.”

The 750,000^th model is a Special Edition of JCB’s latest 3CX backhoe loader, bearing a unique livery and comprehensive specification.

Despite its maturity, the backhoe loader remains hugely popular in terms of global construction equipment sales – even though new and competitive products have evolved over the past 67 years. And JCB’s iconic backhoe is the biggest selling in the world – and has been for 19 consecutive years.

The company’s first backhoe was the JCB Mark I and the concept quite literally went on to change the shape of the world, mechanising many jobs, which had previously been done by hand. The product developed rapidly, with the launch of the Hyddra-Digga in 1956. Both these early machines came in blue and red livery and it was only in 1960, with the launch of the heavier, more powerful JCB 4, that JCB’s signature yellow branding made its first appearance.

The JCB 3 went into production in 1961, followed by the JCB 3C in 1963 and the JCB 3CII in 1967 – a model which stood the test of time, staying in production for the next 13 years.

It was 1980 which proved to be a real turning point with the £24 million investment in the launch of the technologically advanced JCB 3CX – a machine which has become a backhoe icon around the world. It was the launch of this machine which was the real catalyst for growth of backhoe sales and for JCB.

Fast forward to today and the current generation of backhoe loaders feature automatic deployment of stabilisers on unlevel ground, a Smooth Ride System which cushions the loader and improves load retention when travelling and a TorqueLock feature which reduces on-road fuel consumption by up to 25%.

Speaking at the occasion Mr. Subir Kumar Chowdhury, Managing Director and CEO of JCB India said “JCB introduced the iconic Backhoe Loader in India four decades ago. Today, it is visible at almost every worksite in metros, towns, and villages, working tirelessly towards building a new India. JCB Backhoe Loaders have made a significant impact in the country, with the machine becoming almost synonymous with infrastructure development”

Royalty, Prime Ministers, politicians and TV stars have all been photographed in the cabs of JCB backhoes over the years. The JCB backhoe was even the subject of a song which made the top of the charts. And it was a JCB backhoe which thieves used in a failed attempt to steal £350 million worth of diamonds from the Millennium Dome in 2000.

The latest backhoe production milestone comes after JCB celebrated  the manufacture of its 500,000th backhoe in December 2012 – a 5CX, the most powerful commercially available backhoe JCB has ever made.

JCB India launches its all new ecoXpert Backhoe Loader; introduces the NXT series and the Quarry Master range of Excavators, also launches its new range of side engined Telehandlers at Excon’19

Bengaluru, 11th December, 2019: India’s leading manufacturer of Earthmoving and Construction Equipment, JCB India showcased a wide range of new, smart, technology-driven machines at the 10th edition of Excon’19 in Bengaluru.

On the back of Excon’19 theme ‘Smart i-tech India@ 75’, JCB India showcased its strong focus on Digitisation and Innovation. The company leveraged the integration of Big Data and Internet of Things in its products and services at the event.

The new intelligent machines which were put on display included the new ecoXpert 3DX Backhoe Loader, a machine with fuel savings of up to 12% and up to 22% lower maintenance costs. The new 3DX also comes loaded with JCB’s ‘IntelliPerformance’ and ‘IntelliDig’ technology which will give customers real time information about the performance of the machine.

The company has made significant investments in its Excavator range. It showcased its intelligent NXT range of machines in the 14T to 24.5T category and the robust Quarry Master Range in the 14T to 38T category. It has thus reinforced its commitment to being a full-range infrastructure equipment partner.

JCB Telehandler, a product that leads in across the world, has also been upgraded to the all-new global side engine design. It will continue to pioneer in the Material Handling segment with the new global range of Telehandlers together with the two brand new models of Skid Steer Loaders, the SSL 135 and SSL 155.

All new JCB machines exhibit a seamless blend of technology and digital innovation in terms of design, performance, efficiency and safety, thereby bringing to light JCB India’s effort towards meeting the ever-rising demand for world-class construction machines used for building a new India.

Mr. Subir Kumar Chowdhury, MD & CEO of JCB India said, “We are, as always, delighted to be a part of Excon, South Asia’s largest Construction Equipment Exhibition. We have launched our range of intelligent products and technologies at this five-day event. Our Backhoe Loader, which probably is the most widely used construction equipment is now even more fuel efficient and comes with ‘IntelliPerformance’. The next level ‘NXT’ series from 14T to 24.5T and the Quarry Master range of Excavators from 14T to 38T now offers a wide range of options to our customers to choose from. We have pioneered the Material Handling segment with our range of Telehandlers and Skid Steers; the new range of Telehandlers with the Global side engine layout and height from 7m to 18m have also been launched along with a new range of Skid Steers. Mini Excavators are gaining popularity in select applications and we have made our range even more comprehensive in the 3T to 6T range”

He further added, “Smart technologies such as Internet of Things (IoT) and next-generation Construction Equipment will play an important role in achieving the $5 Trillion economy target for the country. It is a significant opportunity for us to showcase the pioneering work done by us through the integration of IoT and Big Data in our machines. At Excon, we will also be displaying our range of smart solutions in Parts and Product Support, which are providing comprehensive solutions to India’s Earthmoving and Construction needs.”

Some salient features across the range were - enhanced fuel efficiency, variable performance capacity, and smart machine management through LiveLink - an advanced telematics technology that benefits operators in better fleet management through remote monitoring. The technology enables transmission of information on machine’s health including Service, Operations and Security, to the operator or owner.

The 3DX ecoXpert, powered with JCB ‘IntelliPerformance’, is the all new smart Backhoe which saves up to 12% more fuel and reduces Operational cost by 22%. The machine comes with 30 new features like smooth gear shift, new ergonomic seat, LED lights, etc., and is also equipped with ‘IntelliDig’ technology that gives operators real time indication on the depth and reach.

The new Quarry Master range of Excavators introduced includes models ranging from JCB 140QM to 380QM. These include the 14T, 21.5T, 22.5 LC and the 38T machines. They come with three power modes - Eco, Power and Power+ for a variety of excavation capacity requirements, with up to 32% fuel saving in the Eco mode. This advanced machine range has a robust X-type frame and is designed for arduous quarry applications.

The JCB 225QM has an increased productivity of up to 7% and has 8 power modes, thus giving the operator flexibility to work in a variety of applications. The variable power modes provide operators complete flexibility in selecting the right mode for the right job. With world-class ecoMAX engine, the machine produces 170 hp and provides excellent torque of 695 Nm. The model comes with a reduced maintenance cost and a warranty provision of 2 years or 5000 hours. It has a safety-hammer overuse alert and is also a deep section boom and hydraulic filtration that depicts its high safety index and machine strength.

JCB NXT range of excavators, designed around high productivity, comes with 10 working modes and an increased efficiency of up to 32% in the Eco mode. The NXT series stands for fuel efficiency and ‘IntelliControl’, a LiveLink enabled solution that gives critical information about the operations of the equipment remotely. The low maintenance excavator range offers a standard warranty of 2 years or 5000 hours. The deep section boom and hydraulic filtration features give the excavator range increased strength.

JCB NXT 245 HDLR, a model from the JCB NXT range, can dig depth up to 40 feet and reach up to 51 feet. Equipped with CRDI technology & JCB ecoHydraulics, the model stands out as an extremely fuel efficient one. Furthermore, its strong X-type frame coupled with pre-installed hose burst check valve for boom and arm make the model one of the robust and safest excavator models.

JCB also launched their all new global design of its Telehandler range in India, the new side engine machines are designed to give the operator greater on site visibility thus aiding safety on the site. It introduced the 540-70, 530-70, 530-110, 540-170 and 540-180, with a reach of 7m-18m and a lifting capacity of 3T – 4T. It has a wide range of attachments (over 40) available for specific application needs across 20+ industries. Its best-in-class visibility coupled with comfortable AC cabin make the model an operator’s machine of choice. 

JCB also showcased the range of smart mini excavators in the 3T to 6T category with models - 30 plus, 50z, 51R and 55z. The 50z and the 55z come with Zero Tail swing design for high performance and versatility in confined spaces. These models have a wide range of attachments like soil drill, rock breaker, etc., and give operators the option of customised mode selection - light, eco, heavy and heavy+, depending on the work purpose.

JCB Skid Steer Loaders (model I35 and I55) have best-in-class performance and fuel efficiency. With 25+ attachments for different industrial jobs, an increase in fuel efficiency of up to 5% with SSL 135 and up to 10% with SSL 155, improved safety through 270 degree visibility, 46% bigger cabin spaces, the machines are best suited for enhanced productivity, comfort and safety.

JCB also displayed its digital capabilities through LiveLink at its pavilion. JCB LiveLink is an advanced Telematics technology for Next Generation Asset Monitoring and Feet Management. It is aimed towards increasing productivity, controlling costs and asset safety. Through real-time data, available on smart devices, customers can access information on critical parameters of their fleet such as fuel, maintenance and service, thus improving equipment uptime. LiveLink gives service reminders, critical health alerts and keeps machine data back-up. It further helps in improving operations through fuel level information and engine status.

LiveLink also enables a new and smart, digitally enabled product support for JCB customers. The Smart Serve Mobile Application locates the nearest service engineer to the machine and through the Parts Application customers can now buy parts online.

JCB showcased its readiness for the upcoming BS (CEV) IV emission norms at an indoor stall at Excon. The stand showcased the BS (CEV) IV ready engine for display to customers.

All machines by JCB India are backed by the finest after-sales service support through 700 outlets and 65 dealers. JCB India offers a well-connected product support to customers to minimise downtime and maximise productivity. An embodiment of the ‘Make in India programme’, JCB manufactures 60 different types of machines at its five factories in India. These ‘made in India’ machines have been exported to over 100 countries.