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Concrete is the foundation of our modern world, but it comes with a massive hidden cost: carbon emissions. What if you could slash the carbon footprint of your projects by up to 70% without sacrificing performance or durability? In this episode of The Construction Show, we uncover the groundbreaking solution that’s set to change the industry. Rory Bamford sits down with Lucas McFarland, a New Prod...

What if the foam holding up a power pole was actually stronger than the pole itself? That’s exactly what BMK’s Polecrete Stabilizer proved in real-world tests — the pole snapped before the foam did. In this episode, Mike Stackhouse, Director of National Sales at BMK, breaks down how this innovative product is transforming the way utilities stabilize poles in any soil, under any condition. 🔸 Visit...

How much power does it take to light up millions of homes—and what does it say about the future of global energy? In this week’s episode by Crownsmen Partners, hosts Jerrod Downey, Rory Bamford, and Roy Slack break down The 5 Biggest Power Plants in the World by Power Source. From China’s massive Three Gorges Dam to Japan’s Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Nuclear Plant, the team explores how scale, innovation,...

Spartan Composites’ SYSTEM7 XT™ mats are transforming heavy-duty projects—engineered for strength, stability, and cost savings. See how these innovative composite mats are redefining job site efficiency in our upcoming Building Energy feature from The Utility Expo. Watch it soon on our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CrownsmenPartners #theutilityexpo #theutilityexpo2025 #videoproduction #energy

Crews used to wait hours for poles to set. BMK cuts that time to minutes. At The Utility Expo, Mike Stackhouse showed us how their foam system replaces concrete with speed and strength. Visit Booth S3854 and catch the episode SOON on The Construction Show. #theutilityexpo #theutilityexpo2025 #videoproduction #construction

Super Products takes center stage at The Utility Expo as VP of Sales Michael Reis shares how innovation and safety are redefining the vacuum truck industry. This feature highlights the technology driving progress in construction. Visit Super Products at Booth N503.#theutilityexpo #theutilityexpo2025 #videoproduction #construction

🔸 Visit Epiroc  to Learn More: https://www.epiroc.comWhat does it really take to bring battery-electric machines underground? It’s not just the equipment—it’s the power, the infrastructure, and the strategy behind it. In this Mining NOW episode, Jerrod Downey sits down with Chris Taplay from Epiroc to uncover how mines can make the switch to BEVs without missing a beat. From OEM-agnostic charging...

Telehandlers are the backbone of modern construction—but the challenge has always been balancing power, stability, and serviceability without driving up costs. In this episode of The Construction Show, host Rory Bamford sits down with Corey Connolly, Senior Product Manager at Skyjack, to uncover how their TH Series telehandlers are reshaping job sites around the world. 🔸 Visit Skyjack to Learn Mo...

🔸 Learn more about Drylet: https://www.drylet.com/ Drylet is redefining bioremediation with patented microbe-delivery platforms and award-winning solutions like AquaAssist, BioDredger, ManureMagic, and Sonar Mapping Services. From reducing sludge by over 60% to improving wastewater resilience, Drylet helps industries cut costs, stay compliant, and operate more sustainably — without major infrastr...

🔸 Learn more about Blacoh Industries: https://www.blacoh.comCavitation. Pressure spikes. Water hammer. These silent threats damage pumps and industrial systems every day. At #WEFTEC, The Crownsmen Show sat down with Jen Stevens and Ryan Renshaw from Blacoh Industries to talk about their newest line of pulsation dampeners—SENTRYtough™. Built for the harshest worksites, it promises durability and r...

Discover Eriez's game-changing HydroFloat and StackCell technology. Todd explains how HydroFloat unlocks coarse particle recovery, turning lost waste into profit. Then, learn how the StackCell completes flotation in seconds, not minutes, saving energy and space. This is a deep dive into the next generation of mineral processing. Mining NOW Partner🔹 CIM | Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallur...

Orica Digital Solutions’ Axis Mining Technology is transforming drilling with it’s next-generation survey tools. From gyro systems to integrated data platforms, their solutions are setting a new standard for accuracy, efficiency, and safety in mining.🔸 Learn More about AXIS All-Gyro™: https://axisminetech.com/instrumentation/axis-all-gyro/ Mining NOW Partner🔹 CIM | Canadian Institute of Mining,...

Working at height comes with challenges: safety, efficiency, and the ability to access tough-to-reach areas. In this episode of The Construction Show, host Rory Bamford sits down with Corey Connolly, Senior Product Manager at Skyjack, to explore the company’s full line of boom lifts—including Telescopic Booms, Articulating Booms, and Industrial/Slab Booms. 🔸 Visit Skyjack to Learn More: https://w...

In this episode of The Crownsmen Show, hosts Jerrod Downey, Rory Bamford, and Gaudy Molina take on some of the most pressing questions in industrial development, mining innovation, and the evolving energy landscape. From the practical limits of renewable energy sources to the challenges of deploying solar in desert climates, the hosts bring industry expertise and critical insights to the table—wit...

Rory Bamford is joined by Craig Hoffman from Wabtec, a global leader in proximity detection systems, and Dillon McKinnon from SMS Equipment, their premier channel partner in Canada. They break down the real challenges of vehicle interactions—a leading cause of fatalities in mining—and why traditional methods often fall short. Discover how the industry is moving beyond simple alarms to integrated,...

In this episode of Mining NOW, host Jerrod Downey is joined by Marco Prud'homme, President of Nolinor Aviation, the specialized charter airline that serves as the critical lifeline for the mining industry. Marco reveals how their unique fleet of Boeing 737s, specially modified with gravel kits, can land on remote gravel runways where other jets cannot. He delves into the staggering $3 million proc...

Mining is facing a talent crisis—and diversity is at the center of the challenge. Did you know that women make up nearly half of Canada’s workforce but only 14% of its mining workforce? In this episode of Mining NOW, Jamile Cruz, Director of Joint Ventures and Brazil Country Manager at Rio Tinto, joins host Jerrod Downey to discuss how the industry can attract and retain more women, rebrand mining...

Mining has always relied on wired blasting — a method that slows production, restricts flexibility, and exposes crews to unnecessary risk. Orica’s WebGen™ wireless blasting technology changes all of that. In this Mining NOW episode filmed at CIM Connect, host Rory Bamford sits down with Adam Aubin, Head of Technical Solutions North America at Orica, to reveal how WebGen™ is helping mines blast sma...

In this episode of Mining NOW, Weir experts Shane Williams and Nick Lancaster reveal how cutting-edge solutions like WARMAN® pumps, CAVEX® hydrocyclones, and LINATEX® premium rubber are transforming mining operations. The biggest challenges? High maintenance costs, wasted water and energy, and unpredictable downtime. But Weir’s advanced technology tackles these issues head-on—delivering longer wea...

In this episode of Mining NOW, Jerrod Downey sits down with Metso's Robert Wakefield (Mineral Sales Director) and Jose Cirujano (Regional Sales Manager for Pumps & Cyclones) to uncover how Metso is transforming mining operations worldwide. From crushing to filtration, mining projects face massive risks—cost overruns, delays, and inefficiencies. But what if there was a way to cut downtime,...

In this episode of The Construction Show, Jerrod Downey sits down with Neil Freidburg, Building Science Manager at LP Building Solutions, to break down LP NovaCore—an innovative insulated sheathing that combines OSB with XPS foam for superior energy efficiency. Whether you're building in freezing cold or scorching heat, Neil explains how this product minimizes thermal bridging, reduces HVAC load,...

The mining industry is facing a massive challenge: a shortage of skilled engineers and geologists. With experienced professionals retiring and new talent struggling to keep up, mines worldwide are feeling the pressure. In this episode of Mining NOW, Jerrod Downey sits down with Brendan Parker, President and Founder of AMPS, to uncover how his company is solving this crisis by training and upskilli...

How are global mining companies solving the industry’s most pressing problems—equipment customization, critical mineral processing, and distribution gaps—while expanding into new markets? In this exclusive Mining NOW panel episode, host Jerrod Downey sits down with industry leaders from Duratray International, Don Kyatt/Terrain Tamer, and Gekko Systems to unpack practical solutions and forward-thi...

In this Mining NOW episode, host Roy Slack sits down with Scott Martin (Glencore Technology) and Chris Marion (Hudbay Minerals) to explore how collaborative innovation is transforming copper processing. Hudbay’s Copper World project is ditching traditional smelting for Glencore’s Albion Process, a game-changer that eliminates overseas shipping, slashes carbon emissions, and keeps production local....

What really goes into building safe, efficient, and precise underground blasts? In this episode of Mining NOW, Thomas Hairhoger, Tech Rep at Austin Powder, shares his career journey and deep knowledge in underground mining environments. From industry misconceptions to real-world safety protocols, this conversation sheds light on the tools, trust, and training that define modern-day tunneling and u...