Sandvik will showcase some of its newest innovations in surface drilling, rock tools, stationary crushing and screening, and parts and services at ConExpo-Con/Agg 2023 in Las Vegas, March 14-18. The company will exhibit at booth #5254 in the Las Vegas Convention Center’s Silver Lot outdoor festival grounds.
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Sandvik Showcasing Electric Concept Rig for Surface Drilling
Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions brought a groundbreaking electric concept drill rig for surface drilling to the Vei og Anlegg 2022 exhibition, one of Scandinavia’s largest construction trade shows, May 11–14.
Read MoreEpiroc, Fordia Form Exploration Competency Center
To improve customer experience for the U.S. exploration market, Epiroc and Fordia Powered by Epiroc, a manufacturer of exploration drilling tools for mineral exploration, opened an Exploration Competency Center based in Elko, Nev., and operated by Fordia. The Exploration Competency Center opened May 3.
Read MoreSandvik Debuts Top Hammer XL Drilling System
At a special virtual product launch event, Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions introduced the Top Hammer XL, its latest innovation in surface top hammer drilling.
Read MoreSandvik Top Hammer XL Launched Virtually
March 24, 2021 – At a special virtual product launch event, Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions introduced the Top Hammer XL, its latest innovation in surface top hammer drilling. The new, groundbreaking drilling system, targeting large-scale quarry and surface mining customers, offers a faster, more fuel-efficient and more cost-effective way to drill holes 140 to 178 mm (5.5 to 7 in.)…
Read MoreVirginia County Looks to Remove Mining From Agriculture Zones
The Virginia Transportation Construction Alliance (VTCA) was made aware of efforts in Buckingham County, Va., to remove mining from agricultural zoning districts.
Read MoreTrimble Groundworks Machine Control System for Drilling
Trimble introduced the Trimble Groundworks Machine Control System, a reliable and streamlined machine control solution for drilling and piling operations. The next generation system enables contractors to perform drilling and piling operations quickly, safely and accurately.
Read MoreJames River Equipment Becomes Full-Line Epiroc Dealer
Epiroc added James River Equipment (JRE) as a full-line dealer in Virginia. Previously a dealer of Epiroc hydraulic attachments throughout the state, JRE has added sales and rental of new and used Epiroc drill rigs, along with rock drilling tools, parts and service. “We’re excited to expand our valued partnership with James River Equipment in the state of Virginia,” said Tom…
Read MoreSelection of Borehole Diameter for Optimizing Fragmentation
The Selection of the Proper Borehole Size Is the First Decision That Is Made and Will Directly Impact All Other Blasting Decisions. By Anthony Konya and Calvin J. Konya
Read MoreBoart Longyear Taps CAT Dealers for Distribution
Top hammer tooling, Boart Longyear percussive bit and rod. Boart Longyear announced new partnerships for distribution in the United States with three Caterpillar (CAT) dealerships. These partnerships will provide drilling contractors and mine operations convenient access to high-quality Boart Longyear top hammer tooling and products for drill and blast applications. The following CAT dealers will offer customers Boart Longyear top…
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