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.

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Take part in our Mystery Machine game. And be sure to stick around for Mark’s Morning Monologue and the chat in our after-show discussion session, The Craic.

We’ll be right back…

Mark Anthony and the DemolitionNews team are currently away in Las Vegas, working with the organisers of the MinExpo 2024 exhibition.

They are away until 30 September 2024 and the DemolitionNews office is currently closed.

Normal service (and The Break Fast Show) will return on Tuesday 1 October.

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 looking back at MinExpo 2021 when the machines were big and masks were still all the rage.

PLUS, in Mark’s Morning Monologue, we will be delving into the ludicrous as the Government proposes awarding “medal status” to contractors that pay their bills on time. Yes, really.

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This will be the final show for 10 days.

A family’s struggle for justice

On the fifth anniversary of a tragic demolition accident, we share a poignant letter from Magi, sister of John Mackay, who was killed alongside Tommy Williams.

The letter highlights the lack of support and compassion from Nationwide Platforms post-tragedy, along with frustrations with the police and judicial processes. Despite some updates from the HSE, the families remain deeply let down.

This heartfelt message underscores the emotional and bureaucratic struggles faced by families of workplace accident victims.

The Break Fast Show #801

In today’s show: We are Develon; AI will take centre stage at MinExpo 2024; Ollie Gunns reports from JCB’s World Headquarters; and there is yet another pretender to the Brokk crown.

PLUS, in Mark’s Morning Monologue, we will be remembering John Mackay and Tommy Williams who were killed on a demolition project on this day five years ago. Their families are still waiting for answers.

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The Break Fast Show #800

In today’s show: Manitou targets the asbestos sector; Komatsu charges ahead in the field of electric mining; a Christian biker gang demolishes a building…for a good reason; and we’ll bring you an Aussie demolition time-lapse.

PLUS, in Mark’s Morning Monologue, we will be weighing up the fun and excitement of international air travel against the environmental impact it has.

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The Break Fast Show #799

In today’s show: The LiuGong loader evolution continues; Magni doubles up with twin power; Zoomlion excavators in Tibet; and the BBC helps shine a light on Didcot.

PLUS, in Mark’s Morning Monologue, we will be discussing the pros and cons of brand loyalty and whether it is possible or wise to put all your equipment eggs into a single basket.

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The Break Fast Show #798

In today’s show: We’re taking a closer look at Yanmar’s new baby; there’s a big bang down in Louisiana; John Deere on the highways and byways; and there’s no business like snow business for this special Liebherr loader.

PLUS, in Mark’s Morning Monologue, we will be discussing how an ageing workforce might actually be a good thing, and the changes that will be required to make it possible.

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The Break Fast Show #797

In today’s show: How to operate the Bobcat T7X; Agg-Pro harnesses Cat Connectivity; Komatsu genuine parts will take centre stage at MinExpo; and Trimble on the importance of connected data.

PLUS, in Mark’s Morning Monologue, we will be discussing honesty and integrity and how they are both increasingly absent.

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The Break Fast Show #796

In today’s show: Is the Bobcat T7X the most advanced machine on the market? John Deere paves the way on America’s roads; we’re going behind the scenes with Shantui; and JCB gets on its bike for charity.

PLUS, in Mark’s Morning Monologue, we will be discussing industry stress and its countless causes.

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Take part in our Mystery Machine game. And be sure to stick around for Mark’s Morning Monologue and the chat in our after-show discussion session, The Craic.