BEN HOWARD - Tue September 20, 2016
BLOG: Digging up the Details on the RC Drilling Range
The international demand for RC drilling is increasing due to the arrival of equipment that is more versatile and cost effective with greater exploration ability. Drilling technological innovations, according to Megan Wild in Five Game-Changing Advancements in Construction, have seen 'the combination of hardware and software is able to streamline the entire process while simultaneously improving accuracy and efficiency.'This sentiment is echoed by Atlas Copco who in 2012 invested 24% more in product development than in previous years....
Mon September 19, 2016
Atlas Copco Appoints Cheney, Blais to New Leadership Roles
Atlas Copco Mining, Rock Excavation and Construction has appointed Shawn Cheney to the position of Business Line Manager – Rock Drilling Tools, and Jason Blais to Cheney's former position as Vice President of Specialty Stores....
Tue March 17, 2015
Safely Boost Drilling Efficiency With Atlas Copco BenchREMOTE
Blasthole drillers can handle up to three rigs in parallel while working at a safe distance from the high wall with the new BenchREMOTE by Atlas Copco. Traditionally high walls are one area of a quarry or surface mine that expose operators to the most risk....
Caterpillar - Mon March 16, 2015
Cat MD5150C Top Hammer Drill Proves Performance in Tough Applications
Even in granite-like conditions the new Cat MD5150C Top Hammer Drill is out-performing down-the-hole rigs with its higher productivity and much lower fuel consumption—while achieving comparable hole straightness, according to the company....
Montabert - Fri January 16, 2015
Montabert Micro CPA 360 Drilling Attachment Fit for Compact Carriers
Designed for use on compact excavators, backhoe loaders and skid steer loaders ranging in size from 8 to 15 tons (7.2 to 13.6 t), the Micro CPA 360 drilling attachment by Montabert provides 360-degree drill rotation, allowing the operator to transition between vertical, horizontal and overhead drilling with ease....
E-Z Drill - Sat January 10, 2015
E-Z Drill Model 210 Provides Maximum Productivity
E-Z Drill's Model 210 equipment-mounted concrete drill attachments from E-Z Drill offer specially designed features for maximum productivity and low maintenance. The pneumatic attachments are ideal for full-depth road repair and patching projects....
Wed December 31, 2014
Manufacturer Drills to Better Solution
At one time, Ed Amos and two of his key employees, Darin Sweeney and Steve Dennis, worked as deep foundation contractors in the Baltimore, Md., and Washington, D.C., areas. “The REV drill powered by a Doosan excavator is the answer to some of the most important issues facing the drilling industry,” Amos, president of REV Drill Sales & Rentals, Frederick, Md., said....
Mon November 03, 2014
Hydraulic Drifter Rock Drill Takes Brokk Power, Safety to Cramped Worksites
Brokk remote-controlled demolition equipment brings Goliath-sized drilling power in a David-sized package for mining, demolition and tunneling applications with the latest TE160 hydraulic drifter rock drill from TEI Rock Drills....
Mon November 03, 2014
E-Z Drill’s Vertical Utility Drill Offers Precision Pinpointing of Gas Leaks
Known for its lines of concrete drilling and doweling equipment, E-Z Drill offers a vertical drill tailored to gas utility companies. The Model 20 UTL saves valuable time and money by allowing companies to pinpoint the site of a gas leak without tearing out a significant stretch of roadway, according to the manufacturer....
Mon October 27, 2014
Dino DC400Ri Combines Best Features in One Surface Drill Rig
Sandvik Construction’s Dino DC400Ri is a hydraulic, self-propelled, self-contained, crawler based surface drilling unit with full radio remote control operation for 2 to 3 in. (51 to 76 mm) hole sizes....
