MACHINERY: Remote Driller Upgrade
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• Atlas Copco Mining and Rock Excavation, Commerce City, Colo., offers updates to its FlexiROC T15 R remote-controlled driller to improve performance.
The rubber-tired, four-wheel-drive top hammer rig, capable of drilling 1”- to 2”-diameter blastholes for stone quarries, now covers rough terrain faster, has a longer reach for more holes in fewer moves, and drills smoother, faster holes in tough conditions.
The upgraded FlexiROC T15 R rig’s 2.4 Hz Bluetooth radio remote control unit controls both tramming and drilling functions powered by 74 hp (55 kW) 2.8 L Cummins Tier 4 Final engine. Tuning rpm with the radio remote control maximizes fuel efficiency.
The 15’-long boom and 12’ (3.66 m) extended feed have 110° side-to-side reach, allowing more holes to be drilled without repositioning the rig.
Fast setup is supported by the FlexiROC T15 R boom’s 360° rollover capability and the carrier’s sure-footed outrigger jack supports. Re-pinning the boom takes only minutes. The combination of features enables operators to drill a hole from practically any rig position.
The Rock Drill Control system automatically adjusts impact and feed speed of the COP 1028 rock drill in proportion to drill parameters such as rotation torque, and reduces stress on tool and equipment for longer life. Optimized drilling also increases productivity and drilling performance, even in soft and cracked formations.
An optional hydraulic, variable force winch is available for added versatility in rough terrain and areas difficult to access.
CONTACT: Atlas Copco, 800-732-6762
