Boart Longyear has released four new products during the first half of 2010. Products released include new surface-set bits, a new portable drill rig, upgraded and expanded diamond coring bits and a new rotary drill head.
These new products feature unique technology advances for drilling contractors in both the mining and construction industries.
The new Surface Set XP drill bit features patented technology that redefines the surface-set category.
Boart Longyear also introduced the SC11 rig. This new surface rig is compact and modular; and supports helicopter transportation, to even the most remote locations. On-site, the rig features easy-to-use guides for quick assembly. The SC11’s rod handler utilises LM rod-handling technology and features proximity sensors to protect the operator by preventing rod drops when operators are nearby.
In addition, Boart Longyear extended its diamond coring bit offering with key engineering improvements to its Stage bits. These include innovations to the bit window and face design, increasing bit strength and allowing for increased crown height. Both of these improvements extend the life of the bits. Stage bits are ideal for use at any target depth and ground condition, with new models featuring both 16mm and 25mm own heights.
The new XRH rotary drilling heads are ideal for all multipurpose rotary drilling applications. They feature a new patent-pending electronic valve control technology. The heads are ideal for many drilling methods, including auger, down-hole hammer, reverse circulation, jet grouting, and overburden, rotary and drive drilling.
