The FlexiROC acquired by the company is one of seven new Epiroc rigs that form part of a scheduled renewal of EPC's fleet during 2019.

The D55 has high-performance capabilities in both quarry and mine environments and perfectly matches EPC's high standards for innovation and safety, while also delivering in terms of economy and productivity.

The rig will be used to drill 4-5in diameter holes and is capable of drilling to depths of up to 40m, as well as having free air delivery of 729 cubic feet per minute (345 litres/s) at 30-bar pressure, the D55 is designed to deliver a 20 per cent faster penetration rate than a 25-bar drill rig, thereby providing greater fuel efficiency and more cost-effective results.

With its compact footprint, the rig is also an easily transportable machine, designed with safety and innovation at its core.

The FlexiROC D55 is a rig that has been part of the EPC fleet for some time and has proved itself as an important part of their efficient and productive drilling operation.

"We are specialists within the drilling and blasting sector and to consistently achieve our exacting standards, we only invest in the most suitable, efficient equipment. Epiroc provides this for us with their drill rig product range," said Ben Coppock, EPC-UK's national operations manager.