The book’s extensive collection of technical articles covers subjects such as horizontal and low-angle boring, down reaming, the selection of drive systems and the history of raiseboring. A number of case studies highlight raise boring equipment in action at such diverse sites as the El Teniente mine in Chile and Norway’s Tyin hydropower plant.

A comprehensive product specification section features the Robbins raise drill range, Secoroc pilot bits, Robbins drill string components, powerpacks, pipe handling equipment, transporters, ancillary tools and system upgrade kits.

Raiseboring in Mining and Construction is the latest in a series of reference books published by Atlas Copco, including: Mining Methods in Underground Mining, Loading and Haulage in Underground Mining, Face Drilling, Underground Mining Equipment, Surface Drilling in Open Pit Mining, Surface Drilling in Quarry and Construction and Production Drilling.

The book is available from local Atlas Copco customer centers and can also be ordered at www.miningandconstruction.com.