Author Archives: WAPPO AB

A better way to presplit

Posted on 2012-12-17 by WAPPO AB

Presplit drilling is common practice in open pit mines around the world but the
results often fall short of expectations. The soluton is optimization using a unique
combination of drill rigs to form the perfect presplit partnership.

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Exploration Drilling Deep in the Heart of Serbia

Posted on 2012-04-16 by WAPPO AB

In a five square kilometer area of the Jadar River Valley in western Serbia, about 150 km from the capital Belgrade, exploration drillers are working round the clock, all year round, searching for deposits of jadarite, a lithium-borate mineral.

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A Whole New Dimension

Posted on 2012-04-13 by WAPPO AB

The recent acquisition of Perfora S.p.A of Italy marks a renewed commitment to the global dimension stone industry, giving specialists in this field access to Atlas Copco’s drilling and product development knowhow.

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E-Force Set for Take-Off With New Boltec, Simba and Boomer Rigs

Posted on 2012-04-11 by WAPPO AB

A major new development for underground drillers is now being launched featuring a range of top class drill and bolting rigs for mining and tunneling incorporating the world’s most successful boom.

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Expanding into New Areas Under Ground with GIA

Posted on 2012-04-10 by WAPPO AB

Atlas Copco’s acquisition of the underground business of the Swedish company GIA Industri brings electric mine trucks, utility vehicles, ventilation systems and other new products to the Atlas Copco range.

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Heading for Paris and Intermat 2012

Posted on 2012-04-05 by WAPPO AB

Atlas Copco has an impressive array of innovative products lined up for this year’s Intermat construction show in Paris with energy efficiency and sustainable productivity as a central theme.

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Total Control in Cordoba with Powercrusher and PowerROC

Posted on 2012-04-05 by WAPPO AB

Drilling contractor Minera San Pedro does not have to worry if the rock it produces is suitable for its mobile crusher – or vice versa. It has invested in equipment that is perfectly matched.

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Blasthole Drilling at High Altitude

Posted on 2012-04-04 by WAPPO AB

Easily accessible, high grade ore is becoming scarce. To meet global mineral demand, mining companies must look to challenging locations for economically viable deposits. Naturally this includes mountainous regions at high elevations.

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The heroes of Veladero with the Pit Viper 271

Posted on 2012-04-02 by WAPPO AB

High altitudes and harsh weather conditions go hand in hand in Latin America, not least in the mountains of Argentina.

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