How many types of drill rigs are required for underground mining? Until recently, the answer was many, but MEDATech Borterra says its new Borterra ITH-raise drill promises to change that.

The Borterra RaisePro-48T is a multi-purpose ITH-Raise Drill that the company says will set a new standard in efficiency, versatility and innovation. The track-mounted in-the-hole drill is capable of drilling 3.5in to 48in diameter holes 360 degrees. It has the torque and hoisting capacity required for raise boring and the speed needed for production drilling. 

One drill, four applications 

The RaisePro drills holes from 3.5 - 48in in diameter: 3.5 - 8.5in diameter production holes, 10 - 20in diameter maintenance and service holes, 20 - 30in diameter blast hole slot raises and 42 - 48in diameter manways/escapeways.

This drill fills a clear demand in the marketplace

"This drill fills a clear demand in the marketplace," Steve Archer of Archer Mining & Civil Services, the exclusive distributor for RaisePro, said. "We've been planning this drill for several years with MEDATech and it's exciting to see it move from design to production. We invite you to come see it at MINExpo, North Hall Booth #721 and at ArcherMining.com."

Robust components, highly accurate controls

RaisePro is equipped with an industry-leading top drive, ultra-heavy-duty mast with split centraliser, breakout jaw, and highly accurate Borterra custom control system. All machine functions are managed through programmable modules via a CAN-BUS controller, providing efficient and seamless operation.

"Like all MEDATech equipment, this drill was engineered for durability in extreme environments," Taylor Davies, MEDATech Borterra Division manager, explained. "It combines efficiency and productivity with a focus on operator safety. All functions are controllable by radio remote, allowing the operator to stay at a safe distance There are also several health and safety features available, such as battery-electric tramming and autonomous robotic rod handling."