The Break Fast Show #805

In today’s show: Liebherr unleashes its latest excavators for the quarry sector; JCB on the resurgence of the backhoe loader; and we’re recapping Day 3 of MINExpo with both Caterpillar and Komatsu.

PLUS, in Mark’s Morning Monologue, we look at the question of social media usage, why employees should watch what they post and why employers are doing likewise.

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The Break Fast Show #804

In today’s show: We’re touring the Liebherr stand at MINExpo and focusing on the game-changing T 264 haul truck; taking a closer look at Hitachi’s Autonomous Haulage Solution; and we’re with Caterpillar and Komatsu as the two industry giants battle for the attention of visitors at MINExpo 2024.

PLUS, in Mark’s Morning Monologue, we will be discussing mindset and how it can impact everything from customer service in shops and restaurants to industry attitudes towards sustainability.

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Redhead remembered…

It is a few weeks since we broke the regrettable news that the much-admired Redhead Demolitions had sought voluntary liquidation.

We have since heard from Janet Redhead who wanted to place on record the legacy and loss of this once revered company.

Janet says:

How unfortunate that such a great business run so extremely well by John Redhead for 50 years has gone into liquidation.

It all started with Bill Redhead who worked for Scudders in 1948.a name from the past in 1948.

John then started up the Company in 1972. Brother Bruce Redhead was the site supervisor and they had several large contracts in London and the Home Counties over the years.

After the passing of John and Bruce the company was sold to Ross Redhead who ran the company for less than 4 years. But sadly it is no more.

Mark that you very much for allowing the Redhead family to have their say.
Kind regards Janet Redhead

The Break Fast Show #803

The mighty Break Fast Show returns after a planned 10-day absence to recount all the many highs of the MINExpo show in Las Vegas.

On display will be the hottest new products from global giants including Liebherr, Komatsu and Caterpillar.

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We’ll be right back…

Mark Anthony and the DemolitionNews team are currently away in Las Vegas, working with the organisers of the MinExpo 2024 exhibition.

They are away until 30 September 2024 and the DemolitionNews office is currently closed.

Normal service (and The Break Fast Show) will return on Tuesday 1 October.

The Break Fast Show #802

In today’s show: XCMG has added another new excavator to its range – we have the footage; and French demolition adds a little je ne sais quoi; and then we’re getting in the mining mood. We’re mining in Mohawk Valley discovering how Caterpillar does mining better and ahead of my trip to MinExpo 2024, we’re looking back at MinExpo 2021 when the machines were big and masks were still all the rage.

PLUS, in Mark’s Morning Monologue, we will be delving into the ludicrous as the Government proposes awarding “medal status” to contractors that pay their bills on time. Yes, really.

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This will be the final show for 10 days.

A family’s struggle for justice

On the fifth anniversary of a tragic demolition accident, we share a poignant letter from Magi, sister of John Mackay, who was killed alongside Tommy Williams.

The letter highlights the lack of support and compassion from Nationwide Platforms post-tragedy, along with frustrations with the police and judicial processes. Despite some updates from the HSE, the families remain deeply let down.

This heartfelt message underscores the emotional and bureaucratic struggles faced by families of workplace accident victims.

The Break Fast Show #801

In today’s show: We are Develon; AI will take centre stage at MinExpo 2024; Ollie Gunns reports from JCB’s World Headquarters; and there is yet another pretender to the Brokk crown.

PLUS, in Mark’s Morning Monologue, we will be remembering John Mackay and Tommy Williams who were killed on a demolition project on this day five years ago. Their families are still waiting for answers.

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The Break Fast Show #800

In today’s show: Manitou targets the asbestos sector; Komatsu charges ahead in the field of electric mining; a Christian biker gang demolishes a building…for a good reason; and we’ll bring you an Aussie demolition time-lapse.

PLUS, in Mark’s Morning Monologue, we will be weighing up the fun and excitement of international air travel against the environmental impact it has.

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The Break Fast Show #799

In today’s show: The LiuGong loader evolution continues; Magni doubles up with twin power; Zoomlion excavators in Tibet; and the BBC helps shine a light on Didcot.

PLUS, in Mark’s Morning Monologue, we will be discussing the pros and cons of brand loyalty and whether it is possible or wise to put all your equipment eggs into a single basket.

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