First Break Mining
Hand held rock drills
Rock drilling is a tough job. And it gets ever more demanding. Epiroc want to make your job easier as you go deeper, and have the hand held rock drilling equipment that you need!
Handheld rock drilling equipment for mining
The HRD system consists of hand held rock drill, power pack and a selection of pusher legs. Together they have two missions:
- The first is to provide hydraulic drilling that helps you exceed your production targets in a safe way. Thanks to the hydraulic system, you don’t have to worry about losing production time due to poor air pressure at large depths. Epiroc have designed a system that helps you avoid heavy lifting and wasting precious energy.
- The second mission is to provide good value for money, over a long period of time. To succeed, Epiroc only use the best parts and materials available, and combine them with active security systems that protect both you and the equipment.
RD100 rock drill
Fast and at low cost per metre drilled.
You need a rock drill that lets you focus on drilling accurate blow and support holes.
Fast and safe. The RD100 has a soft start function that is easy to reach with one hand. This means you can work with more precision, and collaring is made especially easy. When it’s time to go faster, the RD100 is one of the most powerful drills on the market.
The hydraulic system has an increased drill rate compared to electrical systems, and is considerably more energy efficient than pneumatic drills. And it saves your hearing as well. Perceived noise is about 50 percent lower than that of a pneumatic drill.
Quality drilling means using just enough water for flushing. The RD100 has a five-step water adjustment to help you use the right amount of water for each step. And when you stop drilling, the flow stops automatically.
Of course, you still have the ability to force feed water to flush out the drill if it is jammed. A polyurethane cover provides vibration damping and strength. The RD100 is tested to withstand both heavy handling and drops from more than one metre.
PP100 power pack
The PP100 saves your back, your time and your money.
The PP100 has been designed to keep weight down to make lifting and moving the power pack easier.
Thanks to less weight you can spend more of your time and energy on drilling. Epiroc have also made it as compact as possible to give you more cargo space. The PP100 is even stackable and can be handled upside down.
And when you start it up, the power pack basically manages itself. It has smart functions that monitor oil flow and oil temperature and help you prevent breakdown from overheating. The power pack is equipped with water cooling and automatic overheat protection. Oil volume can change with temperature and ambient pressure.
Electronics in the PP100 monitor oil volume and compensate for pressure differences and changes in the surrounding environment – ensuring it stays within the right range.
The same technology allows you to work with the PP100 in a 45° angle, without power loss. And if you need a boost, Epiroc provide simple tools that let you refill hydraulic oil underground in the mine.
PL100 pusher leg
The legs are powered by the same water that cools the power pack and is used for flushing.
All the pusher legs of the PL100 are connected to the rock drill via a single port connection.
The support legs are suited for narrow mining and made for rough use. The teeth are made from tungsten carbide steel which is much stiffer and harder than ordinary steel. A robust handle makes it easy to carry.
