Mining Magazine October 2016 | Page 27

Q & A WITH ATLAS COPCO ’ S PORTABLE ENERGY DIVISION
1 ) Compressors In exploration drilling , it is vital to select the right compressor for the particular job , so that performance , rate of completion and energy efficiency can be optimised . The most important factors to consider are the depth and diameter of the hole that needs to be drilled . After these two parameters have been determined , we can begin to match the requirements to the correct product . In simple terms , drills with large hammers creating deep holes , will need a more powerful compressor than a drill with a smaller hammer creating a
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