Air core drill rig

What is the Difference Between AC and RC Drilling?

AC (Air Core) drilling involves using compressed air to drive cuttings up the inner tube of the drill string, while RC (Reverse Circulation) drilling uses a dual wall pipe system to collect cuttings

Aircore Drilling

Aircore Drilling utilizes compressed air to drive a three-bladed steel or tungsten drill bit, which cuts through soft to medium-hard materials like heavy sands. As a result, the cuttings are then lifted

Our Business

Technology has changed dramatically since our pioneering days of auger and air core drilling. We now offer a full range of modern drilling methods including air core, reverse circulation (RC),

What is Air Core Drilling?

Air Core (AC) drilling is a cost-effective and efficient method primarily used in mineral exploration, particularly for shallow, unconsolidated ground. It utilizes compressed air

Air-Core Drilling

Air-core drilling is relatively inexpensive and is often used in first pass exploration drill programs. Air-core drills Ø 75mm to optimal depths 75 metres and is

Air Core vs Diamond Core Drilling: Differences & Uses

Understand the differences between air core and diamond core drilling. Learn which method suits your project based on depth, budget, and required

Air Core Drilling Services in Australia

Air core drilling is a specific drilling technique ideal for unconsolidated and weathered rock formations. The method employs an air-driven drill bit that cuts

Drilling Services

Geodrill also provides Air-core drilling, a popular method used by junior exploration companies in early-stage exploration. Geodrill provides Reverse Circulation (RC), Diamond Core (DD), Air

A Comparison of Drilling and Sampling Techniques as They

Drilling techniques commonly employed by the company for mineral exploration include diamond core drilling, air core drilling, reverse circulation (RC) drilling, and rotary air

Aircore Drilling – A Method Of Extracting Samples From

This is a preferred method of drilling over RAB (Rotary Air Blast) and diamond core drilling, as it delivers cleaner samples with less risk of contamination. Compared to other

Air core drilling and air core drill bits

Drill Rig 4 Drill Rig 5 Drill Rig 6 Drill Rig 9 Drill Rig 10 We have selected a few of the popular pieces of air core drilling equipment and have

Aircore Drilling | Drillwest | Drilling Contractors for Mining and

A versatile and efficient machine that can drill to 150m Air-core & 100m Light RC, this rig also features a safety cage and air operated dual spanner system for efficiency and operator safety.

Reverse Circulation

Reverse Circulation Reverse Circulation (RC) – RC drilling is the most popular method undertaken by our customers and is typically drilled to depths of up to 400 metres. RC drilling

Aircore Drilling

Aircore Drilling Edge Drilling are Western Australia''s leading Air Core Drilling company. Our Air-core drilling solution uses steel or tungsten blades to bore a hole into unconsolidated ground.