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Sandvik, Rio Tinto to advance autonomous open-pit drilling

June 10, 2026June 23, 2026 Miners News

Sandvik and Rio Tinto will jointly develop and integrate Sandvik i-series surface drill rigs with Rio Tinto’s Autonomous Drilling System. The collaboration aims to improve safety, productivity and system compatibility, starting initially with support drilling activities in open-pit mining operations. “This joint development reflects Sandvik’s commitment to improving safety and productivity through open, interoperable automation,” said Petri Virrankoski, president of…

Surface drill rig order beats record for Sandvik

January 17, 2024January 22, 2024 Miners News

Equipment maker Sandvik has won its largest-ever order, valued at SEK 248 million (US$23.66 million), for surface drill rigs to be delivered beginning this quarter to U.S. dealer Country Boy Supply. Full story.

Sandvik hammers out the details

November 28, 2023December 1, 2023 Miners News

Featuring an industry-first curved thread design, Sandvik’s new CT55 and CT67 top hammer tool systems are the most advanced the company has launched. The unique design increases efficiency and reduces cost while saving fuel and simplifying automated drilling in surface bench and underground longhole applications. The new multi-patented, first-of-its-kind curved thread design from Sandvik reduces stress levels by distributing them…