In today’s show: Kobelco – Where power meets precision; we’re celebrating 75 years of Liebherr; when excavators and attachments speak the same language; and we’re off to bonny Scotland with Central Demolition. PLUS in Mark’s Morning Monologue: Technology is rampant in the field of demolition and construction equipment. But just how much is it being…Read moreRead more
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The Break Fast Show #848
The Break Fast Show #847
In today’s show: Is this the most desirable backhoe loader you have ever seen? Develon has the X factor in quarry applications; they’re serving Hamm down in the Black Forest; and when old Cats Fight. PLUS in Mark’s Morning Monologue: How the powers that be in the demolition and construction sector distract workers from the…Read moreRead more
The Break Fast Show #846
In today’s show: Develon does demolition – Take 2; Cardem collapses conveyors; ship-breaking on a grand scale from New Zealand; and a festive message from Bobcat. PLUS in Mark’s Morning Monologue: How we could put a massive dent in the nation’s homeless crisis and the industry’s skills shortage simply by utilising our existing resources. Join…Read moreRead more
The Break Fast Show #845
In today’s show: Develon targets the tunnelling sector with a stunning new excavator; we’re off to Italy to check out a Kobelco excavator in action; this Cat dozer is easy to own and easy to operate; and JCB is the gift that keeps on giving. PLUS in Mark’s Morning Monologue: Credit where it isn’t due…Read moreRead more
The Break Fast Show #844
In today’s show: Liebherr gets dynamic with compaction from on high; the joy of mining service from Komatsu; LiuGong’s increasing presence in the coal mining arena; and a JCB customer talks of his love for his new dumper. PLUS in Mark’s Morning Monologue: Why Keir Starmer’s failure to seek the advice of industry experts means…Read moreRead more
The Break Fast Show #843
In today’s show: We’re checking out the latest offering from Takeuchi and deciding whether it is Hot or Not; Caterpillar’s continuing role in the California gold rush; introducing SmartWeigh from John Deere; and Volvo rebuilds keep machines moving while safeguarding sustainability. PLUS in Mark’s Morning Monologue: Trouble in store – Why the decision to allow…Read moreRead more
The Break Fast Show #842
In today’s show: Develon doubles down on demolition; Liebherr goes into battle; le grand demolition revisited; and the tricky task of safely using explosives within in a nuclear facility. PLUS in Mark’s Morning Monologue: Why the Dutch are stealing a march in electrification and why we would be wise to follow their lead. Join us…Read moreRead more
The Break Fast Show #841
In today’s show: Shantui shines at Bauma China; how Liebherr backs up its mining equipment; Wacker Neuson cements its position as a leader in the concrete sector; and LiuGong gets smart with its electric equipment. PLUS in Mark’s Morning Monologue: I will be looking at the lives saved by the demolition and construction industry. Join…Read moreRead more
Unconventional – In conversation with Patrick Williamson…
Over the years, there have been lots of people that have been dedicated to the National Federation of Demolition Contractors. But not many almost gave their life in service of the NFDC. In this exclusive interview, former NFDC Convention Chairman Patrick Williamson recounts his near-death experience, his 40+ year career with the Federation, the demolition…Read moreRead more
The Break Fast Show #840
In today’s show: There’s a big bang Doon the Toon; Weidemann sparks interest with its electric loaders; we’re ringing down the years with the history of Bell; and John Deere marks 50 years in the skid steer business. PLUS in Mark’s Morning Monologue: I will be delivering a monologue that I wrote a few weeks…Read moreRead more
