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www.resourceworld.com 53 F E B R U A R Y / M A R C H 2 0 1 4 MININGWORLD Atlas Copco's recently introduced DM 30 Mark II blast hole drill. Photo courtesy Atlas Copco. Atlas Copco recently introduced the latest drill in the rugged and reliable Drillmaster (DM) line. The DM 30 Mark II has similar engineering features that make the DM 45 and DML a popular drill worldwide for safe, efficient, high production blast hole drilling. Manufactured in Nanjing, China, the DM 30 II is designed for both rotary and DTH (down the hole) applications with low and high pressure compressor options. The component layout and spacious electric over hydraulic cab are taken directly from its big brothers in the DM line. Hydraulic system components, feed system and the rotary head have been proven by over 28 years of use on the DM 30. "Atlas Copco Drilling Solutions established manufacturing in Nanjing, China with a goal to develop a world class, affordable product for the mineral extraction industry. After five years and 52 units operating in difficult and remote areas, we are pleased to offer the DM 30 II for rotary or DTH drilling of blast holes to the mining and construction indus - try," said Mark Stewart, marketing manager for Atlas Copco Drilling Solutions in Nanjing, China. "We are well positioned with service and parts available from our Nanjing distri- bution center to support the DM 30 II in all corners of the world." Upgrades on the Mark II include a robust I beam frame, increased decking and com- ponent access, and improved rod handling and breakout. Standard features now include auto thread lube, head up tram interlock and grease manifold, plus a wider range of options created from customer special requests. The DM 30 II has enjoyed success with pre- release units drilling for gold in Papua New Guinea, coal in Indonesia, contract drillers in South Africa and copper in Mongolia. The unit is now available for sale in all non-Tier 4 emissions countries. Tier 4 refers to a set of emissions requirements established by the EPA to reduce emissions of particulate mat - ter, oxides of nitrogen (NOx) and air toxics from new, non-road diesel engines. Atlas Copco is a world-leading indus- trial group that manufactures compressors, expanders and air treatment systems, con- struction and mining equipment, power tools and assembly systems. Based in Stockholm, Sweden, Atlas Copco was founded in 1873 and is active in more than 170 countries. Atlas Copco Drilling Solutions is a divi - sion within Atlas Copco's Mining and Rock Excavation Technique business area. It develops, manufactures, and markets a wide range of rotary drilling equipment for use in surface mining, exploration, construction, water well, aggregate, and shallow oil and gas applications worldwide. The divisional headquarters and main production centre are located in Garland, Texas, USA. n Atlas Copco releases DM 30 II for mid-range rotary blast hole market