Atlas Copco has launched a new reverse circulation drilling rig designed for exploration drilling to depths of 100-200 m and a lifting capacity of 10.5 t, named the Explorac 100. It has been designed to be compact and robust with the required power to collect samples quickly and is specifically designed for reverse circulation drilling and other down-the-hole (DTH) applications.

Reverse circulation is growing to be the preferred technology to collect quality samples in initial exploration, ore body development and in-pit grade control due to its cost eficiency and fast collection of dry, quality samples.

Martin Sommers, Vice President of Marketing – Capital Equipment at Atlas Copco Geotechnical Drilling and Exploration division says “The launch of Explorac 100 is a firm response to increasing demand for personal safety and environmental care. It offers the efficiency and performance required by contractors, such as fast setup and drilling speeds, easy maintenance, reduced noise levels and minimum oil spillage, and enables the collection of high-quality samples requested by geologists.Following the launch earlier this spring of the Explorac 235 for medium-depth drilling, this launch confirms our position in the reverse circulation segment”.