Safety in Swellex
November 1, 2016
The challenge
"We chose Atlas Copco rock bolts because of the ease of installation and inflation; the immediate support, very little production time delay and peace of mind that the bolt is fully inflated and providing support. Additionally we were able to utilise the available pull test equipment and benefit from outstanding product support."
Billy Bishop Toronto City
Billy Bishop Toronto City
"We chose Atlas Copco rock bolts because of the ease of installation and inflation; the immediate support, very little production time delay and Peace of mind that the bolt is fully inflated and providing support. Additionally, we were able to utilise the available pull test equipment and benefit from outstanding product support."
consultants responsible for the tunnel design. The tunnel is a PC3 project and is a design build. It’s the only one around, only tunnel that connects the mainland to the island using a moving walkway creating a better way to travel to and from the island airport.
Customer
Technicore Underground Inc., Newmarket, Ontario Canada.
Challenge
Complete the project without impacting adjacent airport operations.
Our Solution
Atlas Copco recommended drilling equipment (type, capacity, penetration rates, competitor comparison).
Swellex PM12x 1.2 m bolts
Swellex MN24 x 3.6 m bolts
Swellex PM12 x 3.6 m bolts
SP 300 RDP air operated pump H1 hydraulic Swellex pump
Pull testing Equipment Results / Benefits
Benefits Results
• Very little production time delay (no grouting or setting time)
• Ease of installation and inflation
• Available pull test Equipment
• Piece of mind (bolt is fully inflated and providing support)
• Product support / availability