Sandvik showed off its new electric concept drill rig at the Vei og Anlegg 2022 exhibition held in Norway on 11-14 May.
Rammer rockbreakers show difference between accumulators
A periodic service is extremely essential in ensuring a long life for your car and goes a long way to keeping your vehicle reliable and niggle-free – rockbreakers are much the same.
Epiroc introduces new blasthole drill
Epiroc has introduced the DM30 XC blasthole drill that is suitable for a variety of multi-pass rotary and down-the-hole (DTH) drilling applications.
Epiroc AI tech eases control of autonomous operations
In partnership with ASI Mining, Epiroc has created Mobius for Drills, a platform to convert data into useful, actionable information that will lead mines toward automation and connectivity.
Smarter drilling practices, automation key to blasting
Craig Marsh is the Business Line Manager for Epiroc’s Surface Division. He talks about ongoing innovation and automation in Epiroc’s fleet of smart surface drill rigs which are replacing more manual-style rigs.
Epiroc tube drills down ‘somewhat of a game changer’
Epiroc has launched a new tube drilling system to allow for the straightest drill holes, even when rigs are applying maximum force.
Orica commits to clean collaboration in Queensland
Orica has signed a Statement of Co-operation with the Queensland government to endorse and collaborate on clean energy technology in the mining, quarrying, manufacturing and construction industries.
Orica pioneers 3D blast analysis with OREPro
Orica has added OREPro 3D to its portfolio of blast analysis software to improve ore recovery, grade and modelling.
Hole navigation ensures reliable drilling practice, delivers smooth operation
Epiroc has cemented itself as a leader in drill rig technology – so much so that about 95 per cent of orders for its SmartROC drill rigs include its Hole Navigation System.
Why is vibration so hard to predict accurately?
Despite years of intensive research and practical applications, predictions in drill and blast scenarios remain as uncertain as ever. Kim Henley and Rob Domotor, of Orica, explain how stress waves work and how vibration is determined in rock formations.