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Crownsmen Partners
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The Voice of Industry! We produce web series for industry including Mining NOW, The Crownsmen Show, The Construction Show, Building Energy, & Agriculture Now. Crownsmen is your go-to content partner for companies that service the industrial sectors. Our long-form online interviews explore the latest in leadership, technology, innovation, industry challenges, and new opportunities.We produce both in-house and partnership web series/podcasts featuring companies from the industrial sectors including mining, energy, forestry, transportation, construction, & agriculture.
Episodes
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CS 77. KamGard: Construction Site Theft Is Costly. Here's a Smarter Way to Protect Your Jobsite
Your construction site needs protection even when nobody's there. On The Construction Show, hosted by Rory Bamford, KamGard's David Tonsberg explains how The Watchtower helps contractors monitor jobsites with solar-powered surveillance, 24/7 monitoring, and real-time security alerts. Less...
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MN 397. Soluroc: Stop Costly Mining Wear Before It Hits Production and Drives Up Maintenance Costs
What if the mining wear problem costing you production starts somewhere you’re not looking? On Mining NOW, host Jerrod Downey sits down with Bill Lee and Liam Fuller of Soluroc to explore the challenges behind mining wear and abrasion. From identifying critical pinch and wear points to developing...
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MN 396. MSALABS: How PhotonAssay Is Transforming Mining Assay Turnaround Times and Decisions
In this episode of Mining NOW, host Jerrod Downey sits down with Ashok Kumar, Director, Technical & Projects at MSALABS, to discuss how faster geochemical analysis is changing the way mining companies operate. Ashok explains how PhotonAssay uses high-intensity X-rays to deliver results in under…
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MN 395. Emerson: The Smarter Way to Manage Mining Tailings Risks and Improve Sustainability Performance
In this episode of Mining NOW, Victor Mwaba, Manager Metals & Mining at Emerson, and James Green, Business Development Manager at Emerson, join host Jerrod Downey at CIM Connect to break down the changing world of tailings management and recovery. They discuss how advanced measurement...
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BE 54. Wolong Electric America: Motors, Transformers, BESS, & AI Data Center Power
What happens when rising industrial demand, AI data centers, energy storage, and heavy-duty applications all require more reliable power? Wolong Electric America is tackling these challenges with electric motors, power transformers, battery energy storage systems, generators, and advanced testing...
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CS 76. Rehlko: From Kohler Engines to a New Era of Construction Equipment Power
What happens when a century of engine expertise gets a new name? Rehlko is moving forward as an independent company after its engines business transitioned from the Kohler brand, bringing its established engine technology into a new era of construction equipment and industrial power. 🔸 Visit...
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MN 394. Petro-Canada Lubricants Part 4: How Autonomous Mining & Ultra Low Zinc Tech Reshape Fleet Care
From handling thermal extremes in Northern Ontario underground mines to managing huge autonomous fleets in the Alberta Oil Sands, Guillaume and Andrew break down the exact strategies used to optimize heavy equipment fleets. Learn how new lubricant formulations like Ultra Low Zinc (ULZ) gear oils...
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CS 75. Motive Part 2: How Beacon Technology Is Transforming Construction Asset Tracking and Operations
Construction is going digital—and companies that can’t see where their equipment, assets, and crews are may be losing time, money, and productivity every day. Filmed at CONEXPO-CON/AGG, Rory Bamford sits down with Jim Higby, Gilbert Solano, Cristian Zuniga, and Tania Fernandez to explore how...
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MN 393. LoopX: How AI, LiDAR & Collision Avoidance Are Transforming Mining Safety
Mining equipment is getting smarter — but can AI actually prevent accidents before they happen? In this episode of Mining NOW, host Jerrod Downey sits down with Chao Yu, Founder & CEO of LoopX, Connor Hamstra, Head of Systems Deployment at LoopX, and Ryan Payne, Asset Executive at Cementation...
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MN 392. BIS Safety Software: How AI is Changing BHP's Mining Operations
In this episode of Mining NOW, host Jerrod Downey sits down with Dan MacDonald (CEO of BIS Safety Software), Vincent Galati (Lead Training Specialist at BHP Jansen), and Mike Schwarz (CEO of MyZone AI). Together, they break down how autonomous AI agents, generative content creation, and...
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MN 391. Schurco Slurry: Heavy-Duty Mining Pumps & Fast Service Exchange to Eliminate Total Downtime
In this episode of Mining NOW, host Jerrod Downey speaks with Nicholas Schur, President & Owner of Schurco Slurry, to discuss the specific product solutions engineered to solve these high-wear production bottlenecks. From heavy-duty slurry pumps to custom-engineered impellers designed for severe...
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MN 390. Emerson Part 1: Modern Mine Water Management & End-to-End Global Strategy
Global water scarcity and strict regulations are putting immense pressure on mining operations. Without accurate data, mines risk severe compliance issues and costly shutdowns. On this episode of Mining NOW, host Jerrod Downey speaks with Victor Mwaba and James Green to uncover how Emerson's…
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MN 389. Jenike & Johanson: Mining Material Flow, DEM, Chutes, & Bulk Solids Engineering Solutions
Jenike & Johanson tackles one of the biggest hidden problems in mining: material that refuses to flow. Blocked chutes, plugged bins, poor transfer points, inconsistent throughput, and material handling issues can cost mining operations time, money, and productivity. At SME MINEXCHANGE, Jerrod...
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MN 388. ifm: The Genius Plug-and-Play Sensor Technology Saving Modern Mines Millions in Downtime! #
Join host Rory Bamford as he sits down with experts from IFM efector to explore how digitized sensors, IO-Link integration, and specialized mobile machine controls are revolutionizing mining automation. From monitoring 7-kilometer-long conveyor belts in harsh environments to protecting heavy...
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MN 387. BreatheSafe: Intelligent 4-Tier Air Filtration & Telemetry for Heavy Mining Operator Cabs
Discover how BreatheSafe’s custom 4-tiered solution—combining cabin pressurization, real-time telemetry monitoring, dual-HEPA filtration, and custom installation kits—slashes airborne dust exposure from dangerous spikes of 200µg/m³ down to near zero. Tommi breaks down real-world case studies from...
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MN 386. DRA Global Part 4: Navigating the Perfect Mining Storm With Expert Advisory & IPD Execution
In this episode of Mining NOW, hosted by Gus Minor at CIM Connect 2026, DRA Global’s leadership team—Pierre Julien, Vikram Jayaraman, and Sehaj Anand—reveal their game-changing solutions to the industry's biggest bottlenecks. They unpack the massive shift toward Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)…
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MN 385. Eriez Part 3: The Future of Mining Depends on Smarter Mineral Processing
Mining is facing tougher challenges than ever — from rising demand for critical minerals and increasing operational complexity to the pressure to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and deliver better mineral processing results. Eriez is tackling these challenges through advanced separation...
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MN 384. Maptek Part 3: VisionV2X Helps Prevent Underground Mining Collisions and Keeps People Safe
What if your underground mine could detect people and vehicles before a collision happens? Maptek VisionV2X is designed to tackle one of mining’s biggest safety challenges: vehicle and pedestrian interactions in complex underground environments. The system provides visual and audible proximity...
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MN 383. Metso: Pit-to-plant Readiness | Extraction, Crushing, Screening & Lifecycle Value
Mining costs, safety risks, emissions, and equipment downtime can make every step from extraction to processing harder. Metso is tackling these challenges with a pit-to-plant approach designed to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and deliver more value across the mining lifecycle. 🔸 Learn More...
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MN 382. Ausenco Part 3: From Pit to Port—The Smarter Logistics Technology Every Mine Needs
Discover how Ausenco helps mining companies solve complex logistics challenges through integrated source-to-market solutions, discrete event simulation, digital technologies, and environmental assessment tools. Learn how advanced logistics modeling reduces risk, improves throughput, optimizes...
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CS 74. Bobyard: How AI Is Transforming Construction Estimating
Construction companies are under constant pressure to produce faster, more accurate bids while dealing with labor shortages, rising costs, and outdated estimating processes. Many teams still rely on spreadsheets, manual takeoffs, and the knowledge of a single experienced estimator, creating...
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Cranky Old Men 2026: Unofficial CIM Convention Wrap and Tap from Mining NOW
Mining may be serious business, but this episode proves the conversations don't have to be. In this special Mining NOW Wrap & Tap episode filmed at CIM CONNECT 2026, hosts Rory Bamford, Jerrod Downey, and Roy Slack welcome Angela Hamlyn for a lively discussion celebrating 100 years of CIM.…
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MN 381. ESG Solutions: How Smart Seismic Monitoring Helps Mitigate Underground Mining Disasters
ESG Solutions explains how mines can move beyond simply collecting seismic data and instead transform it into practical operational insights. The discussion covers establishing seismic baselines before deepening mines, transitioning from open-pit to underground operations, monitoring crown…
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MN 380. Hatch Part 2: Why Water Is the Most Critical Resource in Modern Mining
Water is the foundation of every successful mining operation. No Water, No Mine. In this episode of Mining NOW, filmed at CIM CONNECT, host Rory Bamford sits down with Amanda Alaica-Ciosek, Industrial Water Engineer, Ph.D., P.Eng. at Hatch, to explore why water management has become one of the...
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MN 379. ELEMISSION: AI Core Scanning Delivers Ore Analysis in Hours, Not 60 Days
ELEMISSION explores how AI-powered core scanning and LIBS (Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy) technology are transforming mineral exploration. Instead of waiting 30 to 60 days for laboratory assays, mining companies can now receive high-quality geochemical and mineralogical data within...
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MN 378. Glencore Technology Part 8: How IsaMill™, Jameson Cell™ & Albion Process™ Improve Recovery
Every mining project is judged by its return on investment—but are companies focusing on the right part of the operation? In this episode of Mining NOW, host Rory Bamford sits down with Scott Martin, Sales Director Americas, and Stanko Nikolic, Director of Metallurgical Technologies from Glencore...
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MN 377. DINGO: Asset Health Management That Prevents Equipment Failures
Maintenance teams in mining generate more equipment data than ever before—yet many operations still struggle with unplanned downtime, fragmented systems, and maintenance decisions based on fixed schedules instead of real asset health. In this episode of Mining NOW, host Jerrod Downey sits down…
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MN 376. Costmine Intelligence: Why Most Projects Never Become Mines & How WOODY Changes Everything
The conversation reveals why many feasibility studies may underestimate operating and capital costs, how mining-specific cost indexes provide more accurate projections than general inflation metrics, and why independent cost analysis is becoming essential for mining companies, investors, and...
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MN 375. Acquire: GIM Suite & GIM Essentials Simplify Geological Data Management
Mining companies are generating more data than ever before, but without the right system, that data becomes a liability instead of an advantage. In this episode of Mining NOW, filmed at PDAC, host Jerrod Downey sits down with Elliot Flaig and Adam Dunstall, Operations Managers at Acquire, to...
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CS 73. Super Products Part 2: The Future of Safer Hydro Excavation & Sewer Cleaning
Filmed at CONEXPO-CON/AGG, the team introduces the latest Camel Combination Sewer Cleaner, including its new 16-yard configuration, advanced boom system, and sewer water recycling technology that can save up to 10,000 gallons of fresh water per day. They also take a deep dive into the Mud Dog…
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MN 374. MSALABS: Fire Assay vs. PhotonAssay™—What the Mining Industry Needs to Know
Discover why PhotonAssay™ is reshaping the future of geochemical analysis, where traditional fire assay still fits, and how faster, higher-quality data helps exploration teams reduce risk, improve QA/QC, and accelerate decision-making from exploration through grade control. The discussion also...
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MN 373. Drone as a Service: Drone Intelligence Driving Better Mining Decisions
In this episode of Mining NOW, host Rory Bamford sits down with Phil Franklin, Vice President of Business Development for the Americas at ZenaTech, Inc. / Drone as a Service, to explore how drones are transforming the mining industry. Learn how mining companies are using drone technology for...
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MN 372. Kal Tire Mining Tire Group Part 10: How AI Tire Inspections Are Transforming Mining Operations
Mining tire failures can shut down production, create safety risks, and drive up operating costs. In this episode, Christian Erdelyi, Technical Services Director at Kal Tire, explains how the mining industry is using AI-powered tire inspection technology to detect damage earlier and prevent…
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CS 72. Reading Truck: Eliminate Jobsite Chaos with the Ultimate Tool Storage Setup
In this episode of The Construction Show, host Jerrod Downey catches up with the Reading Truck team live from the floor at CONEXPO-CON/AGG. Regional Sales Managers Scott Wright (Mid-West) and Tyler Hall (South-East) break down the game-changing features of the heavy-duty RM78 and RHD46 truck…
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MN 371. Imperial Oil & Finning Part 2: Lowering Carbon Intensity in Massive Autonomous Fleets
In this episode of Mining NOW, host Jerrod Downey sits down with Scott Maloney (VP of Downstream at Imperial Oil) and Lynette Lefsrud (VP of Sustainability at Finning) to reveal how Canada’s largest renewable diesel facility is changing the game. Discover how Imperial Oil’s Strathcona refinery is...
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MN 370. Fleet Space Technologies Part 2: Agile Geoscience for Real-Time Subsurface Intelligence
In this episode of Mining NOW, filmed at MINEXCHANGE and hosted by Rory Bamford, Kendall Cole-Rae, Expert In Residence at Fleet Space Technologies, explains how Agile Geoscience is replacing fragmented datasets and slow exploration workflows with continuous, AI-powered subsurface intelligence....
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MN 369. Dassault Systèmes Part 5: How GEOVIA & MineSense Are Fixing Mining's Data Problem
In this episode of Mining NOW, filmed live at MINEXCHANGE, host Rory Bamford sits down with Ralph Smith (Dassault Systèmes/GEOVIA), Tim Norris (Dassault Systèmes/GEOVIA), and Hannah Lang (MineSense Technologies) to break down a breakthrough integration connecting MineSense's ShovelSense sensors...
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MN 368. MacLean Engineering Part 5: How the GR8 & ML5 Help Mines Cut Emissions and Boost Output
Discover why MacLean Engineering is investing heavily in new facilities, expanding dealer and service networks, and introducing breakthrough technologies like the GR8 and ML5. Learn how customer feedback is shaping product improvements, how electrification and decarbonization are driving…
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CS 71. Wingtra Part 4: WingtraRAY & SURVEY61 Set a New Standard for Drone Mapping and Surveying
Discover how WingtraRAY and SURVEY61 eliminate the need for extensive ground control point (GCP) deployment, helping contractors, surveyors, and engineers reduce field time, improve safety, increase survey accuracy, and accelerate project delivery. The conversation also explores the evolving U.S....
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MN 367. Rego Consulting: The Smarter Way to Manage Mining Projects and Maximize Resources
With decades of experience helping organizations prioritize investments, improve project delivery, and optimize resource utilization, Rego Consulting shares practical strategies that help mining companies align projects with business objectives, eliminate inefficiencies, and maximize value. The...
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MN 366. Fenner Dunlop Part 8: Why Their Hard Rock Mining Conveyor Belts Outlast 3–4 Imported Belts
Discover how Fenner Dunlop's conveyor belts are engineered to withstand the toughest mining environments, delivering superior rip, tear, and impact resistance compared to many imported alternatives. The conversation explores total cost of ownership, real-world hard rock mining case studies, local...
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MN 365. Acuren: Inspection, NDT, Reliability Engineering, Rope Access & Asset Integrity Solutions
Acuren delivers turnkey solutions that combine engineering, inspection, rope access, geospatial services, condition monitoring, risk-based inspection (RBI), and asset management into one seamless system. By eliminating data handoffs and identifying the highest-risk equipment first, Acuren helps...
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MN 364. Taseko Mines: The Copper Producer Changing the Future of Critical Minerals Supply
In this episode, we sit down with Sean Magee, VP of Corporate Affairs at Taseko Mines, to unpack how the company is reshaping North American copper production through major developments like the Florence Copper project in Arizona—the first new major source of U.S. copper in over a decade—and the...
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CS 70. Smiley Monroe: Conveyor Solutions That Maximize Uptime and Process Efficiency
As the world's leading supplier of heavy-duty conveyor belts for crushing, screening, recycling, washing, and road construction applications, Smiley Monroe shares the technologies driving their global growth. Learn how products like ZIP CLIP®, ToughFlex®, Integracleat®, custom endless conveyor...
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MN 363. PROK: Engineered Conveyor Solutions Transforming Mining Performance
PROK breaks down how engineered conveyor components—like advanced pulleys, HDPE rollers, and OEM-driven solutions—are helping mining operators reduce downtime, improve safety, and extend equipment lifecycle. From North American expansion to real-world engineering support, this episode reveals how...
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CS 69. Binder+Co: Turning Construction Waste Into High-Value Products Using Sensor Technology
Discover how Binder+Co's innovative sensor-based sorting solutions use AI, NIR, VIS, UV, and LIBS technologies to improve material purity, increase recovery rates, and optimize processing costs. The discussion covers construction and demolition waste recycling, landfill life extension, resource...
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MN 362. Advanced Navigation Part 2: Unlocking Unprecedented Navigation in Extreme Environments
Advanced Navigation is redefining underground positioning with a breakthrough solution that combines a high-performance Inertial Navigation System (INS) with a Laser Velocity Sensor (LVS), delivering precise localization without relying on GPS, fixed infrastructure, pre-existing maps, or external...
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CS 68. Kenco Engineering Part 3: The Slat Conveyor Solution Saving Asphalt Plants Thousands
Worn slat conveyor floors, material buildup, frequent maintenance, and unexpected downtime can cost operations thousands of dollars in lost productivity and replacement expenses. In this episode of The Construction Show, host Rory Bamford sits down with Brian Handshoe, President of Kenco...
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MN 361. South32 Hermosa & University of Arizona: Hermosa Project, FAST-41, Workforce Development
The future of critical minerals in the United States is being reshaped in southern Arizona. In this episode of Mining NOW, host Jerrod Downey explores the collaboration between South32 and the University of Arizona through the development of the Hermosa Project—one of the most advanced…
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MN 359. Institute of Mine Seismology: Seismic Monitoring, Geophysical Services & Mining Safety Systems
Mining is becoming deeper, more complex, and more dangerous—but the biggest risks often come from what you can’t see. Seismic activity, underground stress changes, and tailings dam instability can develop silently until they trigger costly or catastrophic failures. Traditional point-based...
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The Voice of Industry! We produce web series for industry including Mining NOW, The Crownsmen Show, The Construction Show, Building Energy, & Agriculture Now. Crownsmen is your go-to content partner for companies that service the industrial sectors. Our long-form online interviews explore the latest in leadership, technology, innovation, industry challenges, and new opportunities.We produce both in-house and partnership web series/podcasts featuring companies from the industrial sectors including mining, energy, forestry, transportation, construction, & agriculture.
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