These guys could help alot in drilling our hillside,looks like this was made for us. 
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 Energold Drilling Corp. is a socially and environmentally sensitive contract drilling company servicing the international mining sector, and industry leader of man-portable drilling rigs. Our modern and well-maintained fleet of more than 79 drilling rigs consist primarily of man-portable diamond drilling rigs, a deep hole rig, highly mobile underground drilling rigs and RAB rigs. Energold has an industry-leading safety, health and environment program along with training that yields quality drillers. Energold continually invests in technology, skill and knowledge to meet your needs under any conditions while also working efficiently. Our clients include major and junior mining companies. Programs drilled range from early-stage reconnaissance drilling to resource definition and advanced stage programs.
Mobility
Energold can mobilize a drill to any location in the world in the cargo hold of a conventional aircraft. The drill is sufficiently compact so that everything, including rods, can be carried on roads by five-ton truck or in five pick-up loads. Where access is limited, the unit can be transported by local labourers and/or mules on footpaths. Everything is hydraulically driven, modularized and easily disassembled, so drill moves can be completed in one shift or less. The heaviest single component in each unit weighs between 300 and 400 lbs. Quick disconnects allow the rig to be taken apart from the drill position in less than 45 minutes.
On a helicopter-supported job, the drill's lightweight and small size significantly reduce the number of flying hours. The drill can be safely landed and assembled while the helicopter hovers, and in case of inclement weather unsuitable for flying, the drill can be supported manually and moved by hand.
Environmental and Social Impact
The drill can be set up in a cleared, level space of 4m by 4m or less, or on scaffolding if needed. Since drill moves can be manually carried out, no roads need to be constructed. The entire footprint of pads and impact on roads are extremely limited, aiding in permitting and subsequent reclamation.
Using local labour provides employment, which in turn generates a positive response in the community. The drills are quiet, a critical factor when drilling night shifts in populated areas.
As a testament to our approach, Canada's E3 Environmental Excellence in Exploration initiative chose one of Energold's drill programs as a case study. Energold also won the Mining Magazine award in the category "Exploration -- Capital Equipment" for its Series III rig.
Performance
Energold can compete effectively with most conventional drills in depth capability and with larger core sizes. Energold operates a fleet of standard and high altitude drills capable of drilling BTW to depths of over 800m, NTW core to depths greater than 300m and HQ core to depths greater than 100m in most conditions (NTW and BTW core are drilled with thin wall rods and are slightly larger than NQ and BQ core). The narrow kerf of the thin wall system allows for a higher ratio of horsepower per square centimeter of cutting face resulting in improved cutting efficiency as well as recoveries.
As a worldwide average, we drill between 25 to 30m per 12-hour shift (depending on ground conditions). On average, we complete 1,200m to 1,500m per month with one drill. |