en.Wedoany.com Reported - Sunward Mining, a subsidiary of Sunward Intelligent Equipment, has set a new record at an overseas mine: a SWDRT250 rotary drill achieved a monthly footage of 50,948 linear meters at a large open-pit mine, breaking the previous record for similar drills at the project.
The mine features complex geological conditions and harsh operating environments. Leveraging a combination of high axial pressure, high torque, and high rotational speed, the Sunward drill delivered sustained, stable, and efficient performance under high-intensity mining operations. The monthly footage of 50,948 linear meters validates the equipment's comprehensive performance in terms of extreme capabilities, reliability, availability, and drilling efficiency.
The SWDRT250 drill is specifically designed for high-intensity operations at large mines, with a drilling diameter range of 200–250 mm and a maximum drilling depth of 48 meters. It is equipped with an electro-hydraulic proportional control system that automatically adjusts operating parameters based on rock conditions. In terms of power, it features a high-power engine matched with a large-displacement main pump, supporting both rotary and DTH (down-the-hole) drilling modes. While ensuring operational efficiency, the equipment also achieves green emission reduction.
The project operations team at the cooperating mine stated that the drilling efficiency of the Sunward rotary drill exceeded expectations, and its stability and drilling capability were impressive. This model has previously set records in various projects, progressing from a monthly footage of 30,000 meters to 40,000 meters, and now to the 50,000-meter level. Sunward's rotary drill product portfolio continues to expand, and the equipment has entered the global high-end mining market.
The achievement of this record reflects the advancement of Chinese high-end equipment in the global mining sector. Sunward Intelligent Equipment stated that it will continue to provide drilling solutions for mining customers worldwide.
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