2024年9月20日
“We are very excited to show this super-efficient rig at MINExpo. I’m convinced that the new generation SmartROC CL will be a great addition to mining and quarrying companies all over the globe”, says Mattias Hjerpe, Global Product Manager, Epiroc Surface division.
The COPROD technique being used on the updated SmartROC CL combines the high penetration rates normally only achieved in tophammer drilling together with the superior hole quality that comes with Down-The-Hole (DTH) drilling.
The new generation SmartROC CL comes with the new heavy duty COP QM50CR – next generation 50 kW rock drill specially designed for the COPROD drilling system. Improvements over its predecessor makes COP QM50CR more reliable and durable with significant total cost of ownership (TCO) reduction.
“The higher efficiency of the COP QM50CR itself, together with the upgraded rig control system, also makes a significant contribution to overall energy efficiency. In fact, the new generation SmartROC CL also burns 45% less fuel compared to traditional DTH drilling which makes it a more sustainable alternative, says Mattias Hjerpe.
"The higher efficiency of the COP QM50CR itself, together with the upgraded rig control system, also makes a significant contribution to overall energy efficiency. In fact, the new generation SmartROC CL also burns 45% less fuel compared to traditional DTH drilling which makes it a more sustainable alternative"
The new generation SmartROC CL can drill holes up to 216 mm in diameter. To further assist when drilling larger holes, the upgraded COPROD 140 drill string reduces pressure loss which leads to higher penetration and lower fuel consumption.
The improved Rig Control System (RCS) on the SmartROC CL features an intuitive touchscreen display which presents all the necessary information clearly to the operator and offers assistance during troubleshooting. This keeps downtime to a minimum.
“The control system fitted to this rig is now the same across all our SmartROC rigs. This means that current operators will feel right at home in a new SmartROC CL” says Mattias Hjerpe.
SmartROC CL is a surface drill rig for open pit mining and suitable for both production and pre-splitting.
SmartROC CL will be showcased at MINExpo in Las Vegas, September 24-26. Visit the Epiroc booth number 13419.
SmartROC CL MKII
For further information please contact:
Project Manager - Brand Communication
Phone: +46 72 083 6011
Email: anders.bromsjo@epiroc.com
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’s 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.
