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Percussion Drilling

Percussion drilling is a traditional drilling technique where a heavy cutting or hammering bit is used to break through rock, soil, or other materials. The drill bit is repeatedly lifted and dropped onto the surface, pulverising the material to create a borehole.

Application

  • Commonly used to drill water wells in hard rock areas.
  • Applied in preliminary exploration phases to sample bedrock.
  • Ideal for creating holes for foundations in rocky terrains.
  • Efficiently constructs small diameter passes for transferring ore and waste between different levels of a mine.
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Benefits

  • Offers a more affordable option compared to advanced drilling methods.
  • Capable of penetrating hard and varied geological formations.
  • Requires less sophisticated equipment, making it suitable for remote or difficult-to-access locations.
  • Efficiently constructs small diameter passes for transferring ore and waste between different levels of a mine.
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