Mining company New Concept Mining powered by Epiroc (NCM) has launched a new Hydraulic Rock Drill (HRD) manufacturing plant in Aeroton, Johannesburg South Africa.
The plant is expected to produce about 12 HRDs per day, with the potential to scale production up to 100 units per day.
Poised to enhance drilling efficiency and safety, the HRD product development will progress in three phases, with the first phase set to involve local assembly and servicing. The second phase will involve reducing compressed air reliance and digital features while the third phase will involve battery development and efficiency.
NCM parent company Epiroc has also installed a 1.3 MW solar power system at the facility, with plans to expand and add battery backup.
