Following a tradition of major product releases at MINExpo, Atlas Copco has a few surprises in store for the 2012 event. The company is asking attendees to visit the booth and see the next generation of Rig Control System (RCS), the launch of a new Pit Viper and a new “top secret” underground product.
Atlas Copco will feature equipment from six divisions in 17,000 square feet of space, including products for surface and underground mining and drilling, exploration drilling and related equipment such as rock drilling tools and portable energy products.
On the surface
The new SmartROC D65 down-the-hole drill rig has advanced automation and is ideal for presplitting. Additionally, MINExpo visitors will get the chance to see how RCS works with an actual cab outfitted with a simulator.
Underground
The Simba M7 C tophammer long hole drill provides efficient, high precision drilling for longer consumable life, and it will be joined in the booth by a Boomer M2 C, a modern, hydraulic face-drilling rig with a Tier 3 approved engine. The new Pedestal Boom System RB600XD is part of the extreme duty series that offers nine models from light to heavy duty. Other underground products that will be on display include:
- SwedVent high pressure fans that deliver air through long ductwork with high efficiency for low energy costs.
- The Chargetec UV2, providing high speed and density ANFO charging with radio remote control.
Ground development and exploration
Atlas Copco will show the Diamec U8 APC, designed for deep hole drilling in an ergonomic and safe manner, and Excore premium diamond tools that have been shown to last up to three times longer than other bits. Rock reinforcement products such as Swellex rock bolts will also be on display.
Tools
Atlas Copco Secoroc EDGE is the world’s first continuous monitoring system that shows the driller what the bit is doing at the bottom of the hole. Other featured tools will include raiseboring cutters, tricone bits, the COP 44 Gold Secoroc hammer, Rocket Bits, the COPROD system, sharpening systems and SmoothDrive shock absorbers.
Other solutions
Hurricane B4-41 boosters, Hurricane M-41 boosters and the new XAS 1800 JD compressors provide air power and maneuverability. Among a long list of additional products in the MINExpo line-up will be the QLT M10 lighting tower, a new solar powered light tower and WEDA pumps.
Service
Atlas Copco’s new division, Mining and Rock Excavation Service, will be at MINExpo showing customers new and improved parts and service delivery systems.
