In today’s show: The misinformation surrounding the death of a demolition worker at Ironbridge Power Station; we have Prinoth tracked carriers in epic action; if it’s good for rail then why isn’t it good for demolition and construction? and, as we look forward on the Road to Bauma, we’re looking back with Hitachi. PLUS we…Read moreRead more
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The Break Fast Show #395
Misinformation over death of demolition worker
A jury has concluded that demolition worker who died three weeks after breaking his leg at Ironbridge Power Station died from the “combined effects of an accident and natural causes”. But the jury of 10 men and women were unable to conclude how Paul Wilson had suffered a broken right tibia (shinbone) on Valentine’s Day…Read moreRead more
The Break Fast Show #392
In today’s show: We belatedly get behind the wheel of a Volvo R100 rigid dumptruck; it will be all white on the night with Cardem; we’re ground engaging on the Road to Bauma; and Dynaset comes clean. PLUS we will bring you a film that is so bad it’s good. And it features an electric-powered…Read moreRead more
Opinion – Awareness is not the same as Action
Have you ever seen an abandoned car by the side of the road? It might be the aftermath of an accident; it may have been ditched by a joy-rider; maybe it just broke down. But the car is swathed in blue and white tape that proclaims “Police Aware”. Or have you ever been walking through…Read moreRead more
Goodbye to Paul Johnson
It has been announced that the funeral of Bradley Demolition’s Paul Johnson will be held at Charnock Richard Crematorium on Friday 7 October at 2.30 pm followed by a reception at Shaw Hill Golf Club in Whittle-le-Woods. Those who are unable to attend the service are welcome to join the reception from 4 pm. I…Read moreRead more
Who ordered the Build UK word salad…?
You might think the question “has the National Federation of Demolition Contractors quit Build UK” would require a simple yes or no answer. Apparently not.
The disappearance of Dr Diesel
DemolitionNews Exclusive – On the anniversary of his mysterious death, we recount the tale of the disappearance of the inventor of the diesel engine: Rudolf Diesel.
The Break Fast Show #384
In today’s show: Construction’s image problem is contributing to the industry skills shortage; John Deere embraces tech to control excavator arm speed; SensorZone makes landfall in the US; and more machines are going under the hammer today ad Ritchie Bros declares its latest sale OPEN. PLUS we peer into the future to see the new…Read moreRead more
Opinion – The Mark Noble way
You will have to bear with me. The story I am about to lay before you really IS rooted in demolition, even if at first it might feel like an excuse for me to talk about my beloved (and beleaguered) West Ham United. Mark Noble has just been appointed as Sporting Director at West Ham…Read moreRead more
The Break Fast Show #371
In today’s show: The environmental impact of protecting the environment; Volvo showcases the latest additions to its excavator line up; and the electrification of quick couplers. PLUS the former home of two Las Vegas magicians is set to disappear. All that and more, on The Break Fast Show.
