In this exclusive interview, we speak to journalist and author David Wiley about his new book on large-scale earthmoving machinery. David shares his passion for documenting the world’s biggest mining machines and the fascinating stories behind them. Learn about the impressive equipment, from 100-foot coal seams to autonomous dozers, and the dedication it takes to…Read moreRead more
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EXCLUSIVE – Massive machines brought to book
The Break Fast Show #752
In today’s show: Is AdBlue causing machine breakdowns? The super long front Hitachi – Is it Hot or Not? Liebherr ensures full buckets; rolling out the 6,000th Cat D11; and Sunward unveiled a hot prototype at Hillhead 2024. PLUS we will be joined by journalist, author and big digger enthusiast, David Wylie. Join us LIVE…Read moreRead more
The Break Fast Show #751
In today’s show: We get a taste of Merlo Mobility; how the Cat Detect system is protecting equipment operators; Leica lends a hand with trenching; and Caterpillar eyes an electric future. PLUS Red Rhino unveils its biggest crusher yet at Hillhead. Join us LIVE for your daily fix of news, views, video and comment from…Read moreRead more
The Break Fast Show #750
In today’s show: Kobelco. Assemble! Getting the lowdown on Komatsu’s latest mining dozers; Caterpillar eyes an electric future; and we go behind the scenes at Sunward. PLUS JCB highlights hydrogen at Hillhead. Join us LIVE for your daily fix of news, views, video and comment from the world of demolition and construction. Take part in…Read moreRead more
The toughest screens in the business
On this morning’s episode of The Break Fast Show, Florian Lauterbach of Hammerglass provided us with a unique insight into the safety credentials of his company’s cab glass replacement. In this exclusive extract, you can discover the impressive durability of Hammerglass as Florian explains its 20-year history, development, and applications in the demolition and construction…Read moreRead more
The Break Fast Show #749
In today’s show: Unbreakable – Why Hammerglass took Hillhead by storm; CDI chops chimney down to size; and Caterpillar grabs the lead in the forestry sector. PLUS we will be heading back to Hillhead 2024 to check out the awesome stand of Liebherr GB. Join us LIVE for your daily fix of news, views, video…Read moreRead more
EXCLUSIVE – Volvo LIVE
Hot on the heels of its highly successful Volvo Days events in Sweden, Volvo Construction Equipment is joining forces with DemolitionNews and Diggers and Dozers to bring you a dedicated LIVE show featuring all of the company’s latest products. There will also be a focus upon electric equipment together with a Q&A session with Volvo’s…Read moreRead more
The Break Fast Show #748
In today’s show: We’re ripping with one of Liebherr’s biggest dozers; JCB demonstrates its IntelliSense; we’re showcasing the Merlo equipment range; and how Caterpillar protects its mining dozers from fire. PLUS we are on the Komatsu stand at Hillhead 2024. Join us LIVE for your daily fix of news, views, video and comment from the…Read moreRead more
The Break Fast Show #747
In today’s show: XCMG’s electrifying new mining truck; CASE upgrades its grader line; Huddig – Don’t you just love being on control; and we’re heading to Sweden for some high reach demolition action. PLUS we are going back to Hillhead to meet a Midlands-based Sunward dealer. Join us LIVE for your daily fix of news,…Read moreRead more
Riding the Innovation S Curve
In the latest episode of our AI on AI video podcast, we set out to understand the “S Curve of Innovation” as it applies to the adoption of electric construction equipment. Join us as we explore how new technologies like electric construction equipment are adopted over time, discussing factors like improved technology, cost reductions, market…Read moreRead more
