Nearly all the dismantling is done by hand, this makes sure all the re-useable or recyclable parts are salvaged and that all the other materials get disposed of properly before the remaining bus / coach frame is dismantled with the help of large mechanical equipment.

 

Here is a picture of the aluminium beading being removed from the outside of a bus that is being dismantled, this can be a time consuming operation.
Here is a picture of a bus that has had all the removable parts taken from it.
Here is a picture of another bus that has been fully dismantled and the remaining metals are being removed by the use of the mechanical arm.
Here is a picture of the mechanical arm moving all the waste materials into the skip ready for removal and proper disposal.