Mining
Drilling solutions for mineral exploration, production drilling, blast hole drilling and mining support operations.
Understanding the Application
Mining drilling can involve mineral exploration, hard-rock drilling, blast-hole applications and other drilling activities associated with mine development. Equipment selection depends strongly on rock strength, hole diameter, required depth and the drilling objective.
Geological Conditions
Challenges in Mining
These are the main drilling conditions that should be considered when planning equipment for this application.
High rock strength
High tooling wear
Hard-rock penetration
Variable and fractured formations
High drilling loads
Maintaining drilling productivity
What the Rig Needs
The drilling rig should be configured around the actual demands of the application and ground conditions.
High drilling energy
Strong feed and pullback capability
Adequate rotary torque
Reliable hydraulic power
Suitable compressor capability for DTH
Heavy-duty drilling tooling compatibility
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