Cover story: Lifting Solutions: The future trend in material handling systems will be towards lighter, higher-efficiency equipment. The power consumption, material of construction, operating noise levels and eco-friendly features of this equipment will play a big role while introducing new products into the market. Views from: Jaiprakash Associates, Demag Cranes, ElectroMech, WMI Konecranes. Feature: Steering the Growth: As the affordability of the skid steers becomes more attractive with respect to the loader backhoes, its popularity will increase among the hiring segment that will up the demand curve. Views from: Doosan Infracore, Case Construction, JCB India, Terex Equipment. CASH - Special Focus: Smart Hydraulics: New designs, materials, and manufacturing technologies are extending the advantage in the coming years towards energy efficiency, fuel consumption, and the life cycle of equipment. Views from: Eaton, Tucson Hydrocontrols, Bucher Hydraulics, Caterpillar, LiuGong, Danfoss. ...and more.