The Break Fast Show #811

In today’s show: Division 2 Contractors uses premier league attachments; making the grade below ground; how Caterpillar is reducing mine hauler emissions; and we have some superb Dutch demolition for you too. PLUS in today’s episode of Mark’s Morning Monologue, we are discussing bullying in the demolition and construction workplace; a problem that reportedly effects…Read moreRead more

Vegas bids farewell to Tropicana

Assuming they had actually gone to bed, the high rollers in Las Vegas received a rude awakening this morning as the Tropicana Hotel – one of the icons of the famous Las Vegas Strip – came down in a controlled explosion. In typical over-the-top Vegas fashion, the blast itself was preceded by a lengthy firework…Read moreRead more

The Break Fast Show #809

In today’s show: We’re heading for Gove in Australia – But not for the reason you think; we’re going underground with Komatsu; it’s time-lapse time at MINExpo 2024; and Caterpillar is making the grade with technology. PLUS in today’s episode of Mark’s Morning Monologue, we are discussing AdBlue – A product that was sold to…Read moreRead more

The Break Fast Show #808

In today’s show: Liebherr and the technological future of mining; we’re going back to Las Vegas for a walk among the giants; John Deere realises site potential; and Caterpillar and the secret of eternal life. Well, almost. PLUS in today’s episode of Mark’s Morning Monologue, we are discussing the thousands of construction companies that defaulted…Read moreRead more

The Break Fast Show #807

In today’s show: Shantui unveils a hot new excavator; Caterpillar’s dynamic energy transfer system; Manitou brings precision to mine handling; and Volvo’s fluid analysis system keeps the wheels turning. PLUS in today’s episode of Mark’s Morning Monologue, we are looking at the many implications of finding yourself out of work. Join us LIVE for your…Read moreRead more

The Break Fast Show #806

In today’s show: The world’s biggest wheel loader takes centre stage; we’re sticking with the huge machines as we visit a giant Caterpillar shovel in Canada; Elite Earthworks tackles Takeuchi; and we’re going back to Basque with Kobelco. PLUS, in the absence of a morning monologue, we will be bringing you up to speed with…Read moreRead more

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…Read moreRead more

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…Read moreRead more

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. Join us LIVE for your daily fix of news, views, video and comment from the…Read moreRead more

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…Read moreRead more