The TD100 has been designed for ground engineering and foundation repair in confined spaces. Created specifically as an electric/hydraulic drill for the safe install of micropiles and large hollow bar micropiles, it is powered by a 75kW electric motor, offering 15,000lbf-ft torque. Any drifter or rotary head manufactured by TEI Rock Drills can be operated by the new TD100 drill.

John Mayo, managing director of Skelair, said: "It's fantastic to see continued innovation with machine development by TEI to help drive down carbon emissions in an effort to meet ever stringent targets in the UK market."

The new TD100 drill has rubber tracks which can contract to 48in to tram into difficult drilling positions and facilitates 120 degrees side-to-side mast rotation. Four stabiliser jacks are also a standard part of the new drill. Standard features for the TD100 include radio remote controls, optional TE1000 hydraulic drifter and hydraulic foam/water pump.

"In densely populated areas such as London, it's convenient to be able to use a smaller drill on projects where there is restricted space or tight access. The TD100 offers a solution to this challenge without compromising on power," noted Mayo.

Glenn Patterson, from TEI, added: "There is a growing need for a diversification of drills across markets and TEI has recognised this in the development of our range. The TD100 offers a robust lower emissions solution for drilling which we expect to be popular in the UK."