Epiroc launches Diamec Automated Rod Magazine

The release of the Diamec ARM goes hand in hand with Epiroc´s Live Work Elimination efforts and marks a new step forward in exploration core drilling, which underlines the importance of a safe workplace. While the magazine is tripping in drill strings to the Rod Handling System (RHS), the operator does not have to perform monotonous, heavy work, and operative conditions are improved greatly. Valuable time is also made available to perform other tasks while Diamec ARM is working. The magazine is adapted for use with a Diamec Smart 6M with RHS, a Diamec Smart 6 with RHS or a Diamec Smart 8 with RHS.

Increased safety and productivity via automated features

With Diamec ARM, the operator station is moved further away from the machine, which ensures that the operator is kept away from danger. A camera is mounted on the Diamec Smart 6M/6/8, making it easier to check that rods are correctly threaded, directly from the operator panel. Threading is performed via a joystick-equipped control panel which is connected to the unit by cable. The dual grease brush and grease pump will ensure every pin thread is greased automatically when tripping in rods, which also ensures that the operator can stay out of risk zones.

A full magazine with 84 N-rods can drill up to 252 meters, without any extra assistance. The heavier the rods, the more time you can save. Furthermore, the magazine has the ability to handle the water swivel rod and inner tubes, which allows it to help with the daily tasks when drilling the roundtrips. Also, when drilling holes deeper than the magazine capacity allows, cassettes with more rods can be loaded.

New technology and smooth daily usage

The magazine is equipped with a touch screen control panel. The panel provides the operator with information about settings and enables positions to be programed. It also presents a visual overview of the number of rods left in the cassette – and at what position the magazine is picking the rods. Two Diamec joysticks can be used in case the operator needs to control the magazine manually. The magazine also has the ability to rotate the gripper arm, which makes the alignment towards the rig flexible and creates an easier setup. 

Epiroc is a global productivity partner for mining and construction customers, and accelerates the transformation toward a sustainable society. With ground-breaking technology, Epiroc develops and provides innovative and safe equipment, such as drill rigs, rock excavation and construction equipment and tools for surface and underground applications. The company also offers world-class service and other aftermarket support as well as solutions for automation, digitalization and electrification. Epiroc is based in Stockholm, Sweden, had revenues of more than SEK 60 billion in 2023, and has around 18 200 passionate employees supporting and collaborating with customers in around 150 countries. Learn more at www.epirocgroup.com.

Epiroc Surface division develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of rock drilling equipment and solutions for use in surface mining, construction, quarries, as well as water well applications worldwide. It also provides customers with exploration equipment, tooling and advanced orebody data analysis. The division has production in Sweden, the United States, Canada, China, India, Australia and South Africa. Please see www.epiroc.com for product offerings