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Jerrod breaks down how global brands like Red Bull, McDonald’s, and Kraft use color and messaging to drive emotion and action. Rory gives a boots-on-the-ground perspective from Texas, covering its $2.7 trillion economy, major exports, and why companies like ExxonMobil and Chevron thrive there. He also shares updates from recent industry events and reveals what makes Dubai a financial powerhouse. Roy brings in practical insights with a discussion on lease vs. buy decisions, and spotlights trusted brands like ABB, CAT, and Cementation. He also throws in a few trade show tales—including past booths from Sandvik and Merit Consultants—to show how presentation can make or break your industry presence.

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Underground mining is one of the most dangerous jobs in the world—especially when it comes to surveying unstable areas like stopes and tunnels. Traditionally, miners had to risk their lives, spending hours manually mapping hazardous zones. But what if drones could do it autonomously, without GPS or Wi-Fi, in just minutes? In this episode of Mining Now, we sit down with Raffi Jabrayan, VP at Exyn Technologies, to explore how their cutting-edge autonomous drones are changing the game.

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Struggling with messy construction sites, dirty roads, or costly dedicated sweepers? In this episode of The Construction Show, Dan Snedecor from HOLMS Attachments reveals how their Pick-Up Sweeper PH and Angle Sweeper SH transform wheel loaders into powerful cleaning machines—saving you time, money, and hassle. No need for extra equipment or specialized operators; HOLMS sweepers use your existing fleet to get the job done faster, smarter, and more affordably than traditional methods.

🔸 Visit HOLMS to Learn More: https://holms.com/en/

BREAKTHROUGH in Road Construction! Silica dust is a hidden danger for workers—but BOMAG’s revolutionary Ion Dust Shield is changing the game. Join Chaunce Edwards from SMS Equipment as he breaks down how this cutting-edge technology reduces harmful dust by up to 88%, keeping crews and communities safer than ever before.

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YouTube now leads TV viewership at 11.6%. What’s the impact on mining, construction, and energy media?

This episode of The Crownsmen Show covers smart TV trends, mining regulation, wildfire risk—and reviews Sawdust City’s Twin Pines Double IPA.

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🔹The Construction Show: https://www.crownsmen.com/the-construction-show

🔹Graymont: www.graybond.com

🔹Mining Now: https://www.crownsmen.com/mining-now

Richard Crowe, President of InnoDredge, joins us to reveal how smart dredging technology is revolutionizing sand, gravel, and mining operations. Forget outdated excavators and endless trucking—dredges can slash costs, reduce labor, and boost efficiency by extracting material faster and cleaner. Richard breaks down the game-changing differences between suction dredges, clamshell dredges, and bucket ladder dredges, and why choosing the right one could save your project time and money.

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🔹 Orica: https://www.orica.com/Products-Services/digital-solutions

Episode Sponsors

🔹 Pedrollo: https://pedrollousa.com/

🔹 SMS Equipment: https://www.smsequipment.com/

🔹 Blacoh Industries: https://www.blacoh.com/

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From Rock Legends to Mine Majors—This Episode Hits Every High NoteJimi Hendrix, Bud Light, and billion-dollar mining projects? Only on The Crownsmen Show. Hosts Jerrod Downey, Rory Bamford, and Roy Slack sit down with a cold Beau’s Lug Tread lagered ale and take you through a whirlwind of music history, marketing fails, and real-world business growth.🔸 Visit Crownsmen Partners to Learn More: https://www.crownsmen.com/

Heavy Industry Tour Partner

🔹 Orica Digital Solutions: https://www.orica.com/Products-Services/digital-solutions

Studio Partner

🔹Petro-Canada Lubricants: https://petrocanadalubricants.com/

Episode Sponsors:

🔹The Construction Show: https://www.crownsmen.com/the-construction-show

🔹Graymont: www.graybond.com

🔹Mining Now: https://www.crownsmen.com/mining-now

Welcome to the “Unofficial but Sanctioned” Mining Now CIM CONNECT Wrap & Tap

Where the real gems aren’t underground — they’re at the bar.

Join us for a legendary evening hosted by Cranky Old Men Drinking Beer and Grand Dames Sipping Suds — because who better to recap opening day of CIM CONNECT 2025 than people who’ve seen it all, said it all, and still somehow made it to last call?

Is your crew stuck constantly replacing worn-out cutting edges and facing rising safety concerns? In this episode, Brian Handshoe, President of Kenco Engineering, reveals how outdated wear parts are costing companies thousands in downtime, labor, and OSHA-related injuries. Traditional blades require multiple installs and flips — not only driving up costs but also increasing exposure to dangerous tasks.🔸 Visit Kenco Engineering to Learn More: https://www.kencoengineering.com/

Mining exploration is stuck in the past—costly, slow, and full of guesswork. What if you could collect and analyze critical geological data in real time, cutting months (or years) off discovery? Anthony Reid and Darren Burrows from Fleet Space Technologies discuss how their cutting-edge satellite-connected sensors are revolutionizing mineral exploration. Their solution? Space-enabled geophysics that delivers faster, deeper, and more accurate insights—so companies can stop wasting time and money on dead-end projects.

🔸Visit Fleet Space Technologies to Learn More: https://www.fleetspace.com/mineral-exploration🔸Discover the Maaden + Fleet Space & Tahreez JV Partnership: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=USAG7e-MjR8🔸Read more about the partnership here: https://www.fleetspace.com/newsroom/maaden-signs-fleet-space-tahreez-to-explore-12-000-km2-of-arabian-shield