Kocurek machine is new cinema star for GBM.
Work by GBM Demolition to pull down the Doncaster Odeon began today using a new piece of Kocurek ultra-high reach telescopic demolition equipment, said to be one of only three in the UK.
GBM Demolition has invested £200,000 in the new state-of-the-art equipment which has been bought in specially to aid the external demolition of the 22 metre Art Deco building, owned by Lazarus Properties.
The ultra-high 34 metre reach telescopic demolition accessory incorporating quick-change two position modular boom joint and base machine demolition conversion has been attached to a modified Volvo EC700BLC Standard Demolition excavator.
It is the first time worldwide that such a rig has carried the heavy duty 3,500 kg tool option at a pin height of 34 metres.
“We’re delighted to have this new equipment and are eager to see the full extent of its capabilities at first hand at our Doncaster demolition site,” says director Simon Grantham.
The demolition of the Doncaster Odeon site is expected to be complete by Christmas. Planning permission has been granted to turn the site into a £10 million development including a casino, gym, shops and office. Work on this project will begin in the New Year.
