DRILL RIG OPTIONS

Advanced Boom Control - Basic

Operator controlled, computer supported drill feed
guidance tool for precise drill hole alignment
Advanced Boom Control, ABC is an optional tool for
New Generation RCS (Rig Control System) Boomer rigs
equipped with BUT 32 or BUT 35 booms. It enables the
holes in a round to be accurately located and drilled.
ABC is available in three levels of automation - Basic,
Regular and Total.

ABC Basic has the lowest level of automation and is useful

in reducing the errors due to a wrongly aligned feed. It is
an operator controlled, RCS supported system for use
where computerized guidance is only required for aligning
the drill feed correctly.

Main Features
• Provides three different ways to define a reference
direction for drilling.
• Simple and easy-to-use system in which the selected
boom and feed is moved by the operator to the position
ABC Basic with lowest level of automation, manual positioning,
of the drill hole. The operator then aligns the drill feed
angle indication of feed, hole length indication and basic logging.
in the direction of the drill hole under the guidance of
ABC Basic and initiates drilling.
Correctly placed drill holes lead to a longer advance, an acc- • Can be optionally upgraded to the next higher level of
urate excavated tunnel profile and minimum damage to automation, ABC Regular.
the surrounding rock. The result is significant savings in
the costs of blasting, mucking, reinforcement and, if speci-
fied in the contract, filling the overbreak with concrete. In
the drill-blast method of tunnelling and mining, drilling is
the first activity in a series of work procedures. The method
is characterized by its cyclic repetition of the different ac-
tivities. Each step brings the tunnel face one step forward
into the rock.
Any error introduced during drilling is difficult to rectify
in the ensuing work procedures. Common sources of
human error in positioning and aligning the drill holes are:
• Inaccurate marking of the tunnel cross-section on
the face
• Inaccurate marking of the contour holes
• Incorrect collaring
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Hardware components
RCS Boomer rigs with BUT 32 or BUT 35 booms can
be equipped with the optional ABC Basic tool. The
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additional hardware includes three sensors and one
resolver module for each boom. The sensors monitor
the alignment of the boom and feed. The resolver mo-
dule integrates the signals from the sensors into the
rig RCS system and the alignment is displayed on the
operator's control panel.
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Sensor locations
1. Boom swing
2. Feed swing
3. Feed inclination

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Advanced Boom Control - Regular
Operator controlled, computer supported drill feed positioning
and guidance tool for precise drill hole location and alignment
ABC Regular with medium level of automation, computer guided
positioning, feedback on operators display, navigation to tunnel
laser and logging of drilling on PC card.
Correctly placed drill holes lead to a longer advance, an acc-
urate excavated tunnel profile and minimum damage to
the surrounding rock. The result is significant savings in
the costs of blasting, mucking, reinforcement and, if speci-
fied in the contract, filling the overbreak with concrete. In
the drill-blast method of tunnelling and mining, drilling is
the first activity in a series of work procedures. The method
is characterized by its cyclic repetition of the different ac-
tivities. Each step brings the tunnel face one step forward
into the rock.
Any error introduced during drilling is difficult to rectify
in the ensuing work procedures. Common sources of
human error in positioning and aligning the drill holes are:
• Inaccurate marking of the tunnel cross-section on
the face
• Inaccurate marking of the contour holes
• Incorrect collaring
• Inaccurate alignment of the feed
Hardware components
RCS Boomer rigs with BUT 32 or BUT 35 booms can
be equipped with the optional ABC Regular tool. The
additional hardware includes nine sensors and two
resolver modules for each boom. The sensors moni-
tor the alignment of the boom and feed. The resolver
module integrates the signals from the sensors into
the rig RCS system and the position and alignment
is displayed on the operator's control panel.
Sensor locations
1. Boom swing angle 7. Feed look-out
2. Boom lift 8. Feed extension
3. Boom telescope 9. Hole depth
4. Feed swing Also included are two sensors
5. Feed lift for rig inclination.
6. Feed rotation
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Advanced Boom Control, ABC is an optional tool for
New Generation RCS (Rig Control System) Boomer rigs
equipped with BUT 32 or BUT 35 booms. It enables the
holes in a round to be accurately located and drilled.
ABC is available in three levels of automation - Basic,
Regular and Total.
ABC Regular provides a medium level of automation suit-
able for all applications where the operator, guided by
the system, can accurately position, align, collar and drill
holes to the required depth. It is also possible to record
drill hole data, while drilling, for subsequent analysis on
the office PC.
Main features
• Drill patterns and other relevant tunnel data can easily
be created on the site office PC with a Windows-based
software application developed by Atlas Copco. This
application software, Tunnel Manager Lite, is delivered
with all rigs equipped with ABC Regular.
• Data transfer between the office PC and the Boomer rig
is by means of a PC card.
• The operator is guided by the drill pattern information
displayed on the control panel screen to accurately po-
sition and align the drill feeds.
• Two alternative possibilities are available for choosing
the starting point of the drill hole:
- from a theoretical reference plane
- from the actual point of contact with the rock
• A common hole depth function can be activated that
enables all holes to end in the same plane irrespective
of the starting point.
• Direct touch-keys are located on the control panel for
quick access to important functions.
• A built-in program is provided to compensate for mech-
anical deflection of the booms.
• Logging of drill hole data for subsequent analysis of the
drill round.
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Advanced Boom Control - Total
Computer controlled, operator supervised boom and
feed positioning for high quality drilling
ABC Total with high level of automation, automatic round drilling
or semi-automatic drilling or manual drilling, hole to hole move
strategy, boom collision control and hole sequence programming.
Correctly placed drill holes lead to a longer advance, an acc-
urate excavated tunnel profile and minimum damage to
the surrounding rock. The result is significant savings in
the costs of blasting, mucking, reinforcement and, if speci-
fied in the contract, filling the overbreak with concrete. In
the drill-blast method of tunnelling and mining, drilling is
the first activity in a series of work procedures. The method
is characterized by its cyclic repetition of the different ac-
tivities. Each step brings the tunnel face one step forward
into the rock.
Any error introduced during drilling is difficult to rectify
in the ensuing work procedures. Common sources of
human error in positioning and aligning the drill holes are:
• Inaccurate marking of the tunnel cross-section on
the face
• Inaccurate marking of the contour holes
• Incorrect collaring
• Inaccurate alignment of the feed
Hardware components
RCS Boomer rigs with BUT 32 or BUT 35 booms can
be equipped with the optional ABC Total tool. The
additional hardware includes nine sensors and two
resolver modules for each boom. The sensors monitor
the alignment of the boom and feed. The resolver
module integrates the signals from the sensors into
the rig RCS system and the alignment is displayed on
the operator's colour screen.
Sensor locations
1. Boom swing 7. Feed lockout
2. Boom lift 8. Feed extension
3. Boom telescope 9. Hole depth
4. Feed swing Also included are two
5. Feed lift sensors for indication
6. Feed rotation of rig position (X and Y).
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Advanced Boom Control, ABC is an optional tool for
New Generation RCS (Rig Control System) Boomer rigs
equipped with BUT 32 or BUT 35 booms. It enables the
holes in a round to be accurately located and drilled.
ABC is available in three levels of automation - Basic,
Regular and Total.
ABC Total provides the highest level of automation, ena-
bling a complete round to be drilled automatically under
the supervision of, but with least interference by, the ope-
rator. It is suitable for all applications requiring accurate
location of the drill holes in order to give a desired tunnel
profi le with minimum overbreak and minimum damage
to the surrounding rock. This, together with longer advance,
can give a substantial increase of profit. With ABC Total,
positioning and alignment are carried out by the computers
on the rig and the round is drilled accurately according
to a predetermined drill plan.
Main Features
• Fully automatic positioning, collaring and drilling of a
complete round according to the drill plan and drill sequ-
ence designed on the offi ce PC using Atlas Copco’s
Tunnel Manager Lite software.
• High degree of repeatability ensuring accurate positioning
and drilling of holes round after round.
• Four levels of drilling modes to suite a variety of drilling
needs.
• In automatic mode, an integrated boom collision detect
function supervises and avoides collision between the
booms.
• Integrated function that automatically compensates for
mechanical deflection of the booms and feeds.
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Tunnel Manager Lite - TML
Support software for planning, administration and evaluation
of the drilling operation in mining and tunnelling projects
Tunnel Manager Lite, TML, is a Windows-based support
program that runs on a regular stand-alone office PC. It
is primarily used for the creation, organization and ad-
ministration of drilling and tunnel data for New Generation
Boomer rigs equipped with the new optional function.
Main Features
• Different sets of data related to a specific mine or civil
construction project are stored in a hierarchical structure
with easily identifiable headings. This allows easy and
quick retrieval of data.
• Well-designed, easy-to-use functions create relevant tun-
nel information, such as tunnel profiles, drill patterns,
tunnel alignment, etc. Data is easy to create and transfer
between the office PC and Boomer rig.
Description
TML is a specially designed support program that enables
the creation, storage and analysis of vital drilling data for
better drifting and tunnelling operations. It is available
for use with New Generation Boomer rigs equipped with
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the optional ABC Regular, ABC Total, MWD or Boltview
functions. Before starting a tunnel construction project,
the project owner produces a set of drawings and standard
information on the project. TML uses this information to
prepare detailed construction plans, such as tunnel profiles,
drill patterns, tunnel alignment tables and charts defining
the position and alignment of the laser beam. The plans
are prepared on a stand-alone office PC and transferred
to the drill rig on a PC card. Actual data collected during
drilling can be recorded on a PC card at the rig, transferred
back to the office PC and analysed using TML.
TML consists of a set of integrated functions for:
• Designing the tunnel alignment
• Designing the laser line
• Designing the tunnel profile and corresponding drill
pattern
• Evaluating the results of drilling from data logged during
drilling
• Generating hard copy reports
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Measure While Drilling - MWD
Optional function for evaluation of geological and geomechanical variations
ahead of the tunnel face from data recorded during drilling
One of the most difficult yet extremely important steps in
drifting and tunnelling is to predict the geological and geo-
mechanical properties ahead of the tunnel face, particularly
in stretches where rock formations are expected to vary
considerably. Early prediction of these properties can save
much valuable time and money and improve safety by allo-
wing appropriate measures to be taken before reaching
difficult and dangerous formations. Measure While Drilling,
MWD, is a method for collecting appropriate drilling data
and presenting it systematically on the office PC for evalu-
ation and prediction by experienced onsite staff. In tunnel-
ling and drifting applications, MWD is intended for use on
Boomer rigs equipped with the Rig Control System (RCS).
Main Features
The MWD method has been developed to be an integral
part of the normal drill and blast activities. It does not req-
uire any expensive specialised rigs or elaborate set-ups.
A standard Boomer equipped with RCS can be upgraded
for MWD application. Since the procedure of collecting
MWD data can be combined with other normal drilling acti-
vities, such as drilling of probe holes, pre-grout holes, or
even normal blast holes, this method can be easily inte-
grated into normal tunnelling activities. MWD can be used
for immediate evaluation in the Tunnel Manager software.
As soon as the recorded data is transferred to a stand-alone
PC, the results can be plotted and evaluated.
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Description
MWD is an optional function designed for use on New
Generation Boomer rigs with RCS. A minimum require-
ment is that the Boomer rig should be equipped with the
appropriate ABC (Advanced Boom Control) option - ABC
Regular or ABC Total. If collection of data is planned over
a length longer than a single-pass hole, then the feeds
should be equipped for extension drilling. One or all of
the booms on the rig can be equipped for MWD data coll-
ection. Eight drilling parameters are recorded at pre-
determined intervals. The shortest interval is 2 cm. All main
parameters influencing the drilling process are recorded.
These parameters also contain information that collecti-
vely can be used to predict the rock formation.
The parameters are:
• Feed pressure
• Dampener pressure
• Penetration rate
• Impact pressure
• Rotation pressure
• Rotation speed
• Water pressure
• Water flow
The parameters are recorded on the rig on a PC card, which
is then taken to the office PC for downloading and eva-
luation of the results.
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Rig Remote Access
On-line monitoring of drill rigs
Worksite's local proxy
server
External computer WWW
Local data network
Mine office computer
External computer
Mine office computer
Rig Remote Access affords supervision or control of a drill rig
One of the new Atlas Copco functions made available by
RCS is the Rig Remote Access (RRA) option. Since RCS is
based on PC technology and the mining and construction
industry is using computers in data networks more than
ever before, the new Atlas Copco drill rigs are easily con-
nected to the customer’s site computer network, just as to
any other PC. This enables functionality such as work order
handling, log data transfer, and remote trouble-shooting.
Using RRA, drill plans can be uploaded to the drill rig, or
log files downloaded to the controller’s PC, via phone mo-
dem or local network connection. Drill rig status can be
observed on-line using a standard web browser on a re-
mote PC. This eliminates the need for manual handling and
transport of memory cards to transfer drill plans and log-
ging information to and from the drill rig.
On worksites with multiple machines running with some
level of automation, a central monitoring and control room
is commonly used. In this kind of set-up, the RCS system
can easily be interfaced, with status and log information
from the rig being transferred on-line via the work site’s
data network. The installation is no different than installing
a standard PC to the same data network.
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At the worksite: Computerized rigs
with RCS system and the RRA option
Rig Remote Access includes a web server on the rig that
allows simple access to the rig using a standard web bro-
wser such as the Microsoft Explorer from any PC in the
work site network. RRA also includes functions for file
transfer using the standard file transfer protocol (FTP).
Advantages
Machine monitoring is included in the worksite data
network. There is no requirement for a machine specific
data communication system or network. The rig is
connected directly to the worksite data network. Cost and
support is reduced. The local on-site IT technicians can
carry out rig communication and network support.
Furthermore, reduced costs are possible through:
Rationalisation possibilities for even smaller construction
sites and mines. Cost effective integration into existing
network system due to standard communication proto-
cols (TCP/IP, IREDES). Efficient planning of production and
rig maintenance due to automated information exchange
between the central office and the rig. Increased availability
through on-line expert troubleshooting assistance from
Atlas Copco, if work site data network has Internet
connectivity.
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Safe Bolting System

A boom conversion kit has been developed that allows
the operator to place a rockbolt into the feed or change
drill bit from the safety of the operator’s platform. This
eliminates the need for the operator to work under unse-
cured rock, which may be the case when the face drilling
jumbo is used for both bolt hole drilling and installation
of rockbolts.

The problem is solved with a new boom system, based

on the well proven BUT 32/35 booms, which lets the ope-
rator put the bolt in the feed and install it while standing
on the platform.

This is accomplished by changing the rotation unit and

the feed holder, and fitting a longer feed tilt cylinder. When
the new components are installed, the feed can rotate a
full 180º from the face, back towards facing the operator’s
platform.

A dead-man’s handle ensures the operator does not inflict

any damage onto him/her self or to the machine. A small
platform is mounted on the side of the rig where the ope-
rator can stand to install the bolt, or change a drill bit.

The operator can perform the bolt hole drilling and bolt
installation without leaving the drill rig.

After the drill steel is removed and the bolt installation tool is From the platform the operator can easily put a washer on
attached to the rockdrill, the bolt is placed into the feed. the rockbolt or change a drill bit.

The Safe Bolting System includes:

• Boom part components for left- or right-hand side
boom
• Hydraulic and electric components incl. dead-man’s
handle
• Platform set for left- or right-hand side mounting

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Ergonomically designed workspace

with advanced technology
from a comfortable position. The ergonomically designed
operator’s seat is vertically and laterally adjustable and
slewable for easy entry. The control levers are located in
the collapsible armrests. Full colour display contains all
the information needed to operate or supervise the drill rig.
Rigs with smaller cabins feature an adjustable operator’s
seat and ergonomically designed drilling control panel
with large colour display. An optional extra control panel
for a standing operator adds to the cabin’s flexibility.
Good insulation affords a noise level below 80 dB, and
rubber damping of the cab mounting reduces vibration
and gives greater comfort during tramming. Cabin com-
plies with European and International safety demands
for Falling Object Protective Structure FOPS.

The interplay between man and machine starts in the
operator’s cabin, and Atlas Copco has expended great
effort in designing a cabin with operator comfort in mind.
Even the smallest details have been considered to produce
a modern workstation. The cabin offers excellent visibility
for both drilling and tramming. The laminated windscreen
is equipped with a large wiper, as is the rear window.
Effective air ventilation clears condensation mist from all
of these windows. The cabin is designed so that the ope-
rator can monitor and control the entire drilling process
Features in summary
• Ergonomically designed drilling control panel with
large colour display.
• Option of two control panels for 1- and 2-boom rigs.
• Option of two control panels for 3-boom rigs with
two sitting or two standing, or one sitting and one
standing opreator. Sitting operator with armrest
controls.
• Spacious and comfortable working environment inside
the FOPS-approved cabin.
• Improved working and tramming lights.
• Excellent visibility for both drilling and tramming.
• Noise level below 80 dB(A).
• Hydraulically driven air conditioning unit continues
to operate during tramming.

Right armrest keypad with
control levers for boom and
drilling, buttons for boom
console, service platform,
cabin and selection of different
ABC Total functions.
Left armrest keypad with
boom/feed control lever and
buttons for boom selection,
start and stop, and selection
of ABC Basic or Regular
functions.
Adjustable operator control Increased visibility during
panel with high resolution drilling due to the 1.1 metre
colour display. cabin lift and wider front
window with no visible frames.

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FAM angle indicator for DCS rigs

A easy-to-use instrument for increased drilling accuracy
linked together so that only one boom has to be aligned
on the laser beam.
The system is also available with hole depth measurement
(option), which instantaneously shows the hole depth
reached when drilling.
FAM is menu-driven with icons which makes it universal
to all languages. A built-in fault indication and fault finding
system helps to detect and locate electronic faults.
FAM is used on rigs with direct controlled drilling system
and with Atlas Copco BUT 28, BUT 32 and BUT 35 booms.

FAM is available in two versions:

I. Shows feed direction and specified drill hole length.
II. Shows feed direction, specified drill hole length,
hole depth reached and total drillmeter.

Instrumentation (for each boom):

FAM (Feed Angle Measurement) is a system for measuring
and indicating the direction of the feed. The system calcu-
lates the deviation from a reference direction that the alig-
nment of the feed would give in full-depth drilled holes.
The deviation is presented in centimetre and a feed angle.
A reference direction and the full-hole depth (not the
drill steel length) must be specified in order for the
system to present correct values.
The feed direction is shown graphically in the form of an
archery target with the bull’s-eye as the reference direction.
If the feed direction differs from the reference direction,
a line is shown which describes the resulting departure
from the reference direction at the bottom of the hole
(full-depth hole).
Deviation can be measured with reference to the drill
rig, or with reference to a laser (or other tunnel reference
line). If more than one FAM is installed on a rig, they are
• One high resolution colour display with integrated
control keys
• Two resolver sensors to measure the horizontal angle
of each boom tripod
• One gravitational sensor to measure the dip of the
feed
• One
- drill hole depth sensor (if option FAM II is chosen)
• One resolver module for calculations and communication
• High tensile strength communication cabling to link
together all components
• One service tool box for service and maintenance.
Easy to use instrument to:
• Increase drilling accuracy
• Limit overbreak while keeping tunnel profile
• Keep drill holes parallel
• Keep the rounds in the right direction

The main menu is shown
when the system is started.
From here, the working menu
is accessed or the other
alternatives: Sensor angle
menu, Drilling menu, Display
brightness menu. Fault finding
menu or Password menu.
The working menu shows
feed direction and specified
drill hole length. If the system
has hole depth measurement
(option), hole depth reached
and total drill-metre is also
shown here.
The sensor menu shows
the measured angles, boom
swing, feed swing and feed
inclination.
The fault-finding menu may
show the status of either the
sensors and resolver module
or the display.
Status may be either OK or
NOT OK (crossed-out OK).

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