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COVER STORY
July 2015
MODERN MINING
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drilling technology at Cullinan
ILMEG dry drilling solution, Cullinan
mine used a different system on nor-
mal drilling machines. However, Andre
Cloete, Mining Manager Projects –
Cullinan Diamond Mine, says Sandvik
‘blue’ development machines were the
preferred choice since they are fit for
purpose.
“We realised that we needed to
upgrade our technology to achieve bet-
ter safety, productivity and cost per metre
savings in order to remain competitive in
this market,” he says. “We partnered with
Sandvik Mining, as we have an established
relationship with them for the supply of other
equipment and because of the service we have
been receiving from the Sandvik team.
“The low profile Sandvik DD210L drill rig allows
easy access to the working area and rapid advancement of
the tunnels. It is uncomplicated to operate and has good
The drilling system allows high drilling
performance with good drill steel economy
and machine reliability.