Soilmec introduces new range of drilling rigs
Soilmec SM-11 medium sized drilling rig
The brand-new SM-11 is a medium sized drilling rig, it is the 2021 addition to the Soilmec SM fleet of rigs for Micropile and Tieback applications. Very high feeding force, easy to set for different working needs with a perfect combination of performance and efficiency and a compact design for limited-access job sites.
Thanks to its design it can be easily configured in different single rotary fittings, double rotary and top- hammer to carry out consolidation, micropiles and anchors with different drilling technologies. With an operating weight of 11 tons the rig is assembled on steel crawler track with ±10° tilting gauge complete with 2 ground stabilizers fixed on rear to give an increased stability on any soil formation.
Moreover, the rig can be fit on demand with a fixed type undercarriage with 2 ground stabilizers pivoting on front and 2 fixed on rear. At SM-11 heart lies a Cummins F 3.8 Diesel engine generates 115 kW (154 HP) boasting high performance and low emissions in addition to extreme ease of maintenance. The engine is equipped with low-idle system being able therefore to automatically adjust the speed according to the actual needs. The decision to fit the SM-11 with a large Diesel engine allows the drilling rig to utilize and exploit the largest double head and the Top hammer configurations.
The hydraulic flow is managed by the Full-Load Sensing control system which helps in reducing the operating costs and increasing the components’ life by smartly managing the power demand. The SM-11 combines the front of the wall joint and telescopic boom kinematics which allow the machine to drill on the side of the tracks and reaching extreme and confined spaces easily and rapidly.
The SM-11 comes with hydraulic openable cages, additional trip wires devices, emergency stop buttons and ROM and SPM operation modes to ensure the highest level of accessibility, visibility, and safety in compliance with the latest international standards. Moreover, is possible to set the rig with the new carousel loading system capable of handling up to 5 rods.
To ensure smooth operations and enhanced safety the SM-11 can be equipped with the new hydraulic/proportional panel on pivotal support arm, with controls clearly laid out and located within easy reach, or with a full radio remote control. The rig is fitted with the DMS on Board. The LCD display set on the side of the base machine is used for monitoring and downloading the rig parameters and remotely connecting to the rig. The SM-11 work with a wide range of rotary heads up to 32kNm (23,602 lb ft) torque, jet grouting treatment of 12,5m (41 ft) depth and a feed system able to transfer up 96 kN (21581 lbf) and to reach a rotary cradle speed of 48 m/min (157.5 ft/min). The rig is equipped with clamp & breaker with a nominal size of 50 – 320 mm (2.0 – 12.6 in) or on demand of 60-415 mm (2.36 – 16.34 in).
The SM-11 is a modern machine designed with a special attention to detail, such as the new hydraulic hoses that grants no-interference with undercarriage and ground ensuring therefore a longer life of the parts, and an ideal choice for inner-city job sites due to its size, flexibility, power & performance environmental concerns and operator comfort.
Soilmec SR-30 EAGLE small-sized drilling rig
Soilmec rigs made history in the world of small-sized drilling rigs, by inaugurating a new era with the R-312 back in 1995, when it made its debut with a winning formula that offered a generous Diesel engine combined with a powerful rotary head. The rotary featured a fast spin-off speed and an immediately recognizable design, both compact and agile, making the rig suitable for use in a wide range of small applications. After the first performance on site of the SR-35 EVO last year, the Soilmec offer of hydraulic drilling rigs has grown with the launch of the new “entry-level” model: the SR-30 Eagle.
With an operating weight of 31,3 tons (69004 lb) with a 4×9 kelly bar, the SR-30 Eagle can be easily transported to other jobsites without having to disassemble the excavation equipment, thus allowing a very fast setup in the next location. A heavy-duty undercarriage and a counterweight of 3250 kg (7165 lb) allow the SR-30 Eagle to feature an agile turret with a tail swing radius of 3335 mm (131.3 in) and to use at the same time the latest generation Soilmec Segmental Mast, designed to easily switch to the LHR and CFA configurations, hence offering great construction compactness and excellent torsional strength.
This solution enables an outstanding technological performance. In its LDP configuration, it is possible to install up to 5×9 self-mounting Kelly bar or not self-mounting 10.5-m-long bars (34.5 ft) with five elements at an excavation depth of 47.5m (155.8 ft). The LHR configuration has a minimum height of 7.4 m (24.3 ft) and can move 5×4 kelly bars, while the CFA configuration offers a mast extension for a maximum drilling depth of 22 m (72.2 ft).
The strength of the mast has made it possible to install a rotary with a maximum torque of 131 kNm (96619 lbft), capable of optimizing torque and rotation speed during excavation thanks to the automatic control of motor displacement. The rotary is provided with a new hydraulic block that has been redesigned for more efficient hydraulic performance to reduce consumption. To better support the rotary performance, the turret has been equipped with the latest generation StageV/Tier4f Diesel engine equipped with low-idle to improve fuel efficiency and decrease noise pollution. The 4.5-liter four-cylinders Cummins engine can deliver a maximum power of 149 kW (200 HP). The hydraulic system, rationalized and pre-assembled on skid, together with the electrical circuit allow taking full advantage of the space available and facilitating both maintenance and troubleshooting operations.
The SR-30 Eagle is a truly modern, safe and technological rig thanks to a lot of standard equipment, such as the camera system with monitor in the cabin, the radio control for loading/unloading operations and the new DMS ON BOARD. The renovation of the latter includes customizations and many excavation automatisms to simplify and optimize the management of the excavation phase by the operator. Among these, it is worth mentioning the automatic return to the centre hole, the anti-slack rope system and the load cell on the main winch for the kelly bar version as well as the automatic auger lifting and the auto-rotary and auto-drilling functions for the CFA configuration, which are all available upon request. The rig also comes with small but useful solutions, such as the high-pressure washer kit, the compressor kit and the tool shelf, aimed at making daily work on site easier.
The new SR-30 Eagle embodies performance, technology and attention to details, making it a benchmark rig for the market of small-diameter drilling works. It is perfect to carry out works in residential areas and confined spaces and it is always ready to be moved to the next job site in a very short time.
Soilmec SR-65 Blue Tech LDP drilling rigs
The Soilmec SR-65, introduced for the first time at the Orlando IFCEE show in 2018 in the EVO version, has quickly become one of the most desired LDP drilling rigs in foundation construction.
The SR 65 has become well known for its performance capabilities in drilled shaft work as well as with segmental casing and CFA. As part of the continued effort to advance drilling technologies the SR-65 is being upgraded to the Soilmec Blue Tech version which includes a redesigned operator cabin, load-sensing hydraulics and increased mechanical efficiency. Designed around a new energy-saving architecture, the second-generation SR-65 Blue Tech is a rig that meets the demands of productivity, but also improves flexibility and functionality across all drilling setups and technologies. The Blue Tech drilling rigs have been designed to be easy to use and agile on a job site as reflected in the compact design, quick and efficient mobilization for rapid start-up on job sites, AND providing a comfortable operator’s workplace with drilling specifications that meet today’s customer priorities for mechanical performance, safety and productivity.
The SR 65 Blue Tech will continue to weigh in at approximately 71 US Tons, which allows for transport of the rig (with Kell Bar on), in most locations, in just a single load. This allows for quick mobilization with the ability to unload the rig and start working in less than 30 minutes. At the heart of the SR 65 Blue Tech is a new American Diesel engine, Cummins L9, which delivers 272 kW (365 HP) at 2,100 rpm. The engine meets the Stage V / Tier 4f emission standards and can also be set up to offer a power surplus up to 380 HP, making the rig capable of easily handling the most difficult drilling conditions. These Diesel Engines are equipped with low-idle and automatic radiators’ control. Additionally, the new engines will automatically adjust speed according to the actual needs of the drill. In this way, the engines are able to improve combustion and cooling efficiency and permit to real reductions in noise pollution. The hydraulic & electric systems have been simplified to minimize energy loss and provide added space for maintenance. The main pumps have been optimized with the new engine to deliver efficient drilling power, pull capacity, performance and fuel efficiency.
In terms of torque, pull up and clearance, the SR-65 Blue Tech ranks on top among the available options in the market and represents the ideal choice for use with segmental casing technology. The rotary head has a compact and lightweight design that is able to transmit a maximum of 190,660 lbft and can be fitted with two different waste discharge systems. The Soilmec spin-off system leverages the high rotational speed cinematic energy that is unparalleled when using an auger. The SR-65 Blue Tech also has a new ‘click-click’ discharge system that is much more efficient when using a drilling bucket or working in very cohesive soils.
To boost productivity in hard soil and rock, and to minimize loss in tough operating conditions, the SR-65 Blue Tech rotary head is equipped with an automatic control of motor displacements. This results in optimizing the drilling speed and productivity in every phase of drilling. Ultimately these small selected measures reduce losses, and make it possible to achieve better torque efficiency on the drill tool.
The design of the SR 65 Blue Tech is solid and compact. The tail swing radius is just 148 inches and the high strength mast allows the use of 16.5 m kelly bar to achieve depths of over 250 feet. The mast itself is also prearranged to mount both cylinder and winch crowd systems depending on need or preference. The cylinder crowd system, with an extraction power of 62,947 lbf, is equipped with a double positioner on the drilling mast; this allows the use of the entire available track for both large diameter tools (working under the lower part of the mast) and long casing segments. The rig can also be equipped with a winch crowd system that can offer a track of more than 16 meters with extraction power of 74,187 lbf. The added stroke and power provide the ability to drive longer casing segments in a single pass. Additionally, The SR-65 Blue Tech can be fitted with a segmental mast boosting its versatility and Low Headroom operation capability. The modular mast allows setup of the machine into LHR configuration by simply removing the upper element thus reducing the overall height to just 28 feet.
A prominent feature of the Blue Tech advancements is the redesigned Soilmec Cab. Working with Soilmec customers around the globe, the new cab went through a ground up redevelopment and testing process with the goal that operator comfort and safety will result in better operator performance. The cab is equipped with a well-furnished seat featuring pneumatic shock absorber, vertical, angular and seat-back adjustments, lumbar support and operator’s presence micro switch. The position of levers and pedals is designed to provide more space between them and the seat base for a better foot support. A powerful HVAC system with re-circulating air ensures a consistent temperature and pleasant work environment even in adverse meteorological conditions. The cab features enlarged storage containers behind the seat and on the armrests side for better accessibility and operability. Three locked glove boxes (one of which is air-conditioned), a large compartment for placing helmet and jacket, two dual cup holders and a file folder create more usable cabin space. USB port, phone charger mount (USB or wireless), radio player, ambient lights with LED ceiling lamps contribute to a positive operator experience. The cab has a front windshield in stratified glass that allows to work without protection grids, moreover the right-side glass with reduced transmittance increases the monitors brightness in the cab.
The SR-65 Blue Tech is built in compliance with most stringent safety standards with a special care of easier accessibility, higher visibility and a safer manoeuvrability without losing sight the eco-friendly characteristics. The rig is equipped with platforms, handrails, video-camera kit with a dedicated 7” monitor, adjustable mirrors to see full 360 degrees in all directions, a radio remote control for rig loading and unloading and a automatic acoustic safety alarm during rig travelling and turret rotation. The rig is equipped with Soilmec’s DMS 4.0 (Drilling Mate System). DMS 4.0 provides a simple graphical navigation menu to assist the operator in the day to day planning and drilling execution. With a suite of new functions and automated services that allow for easy set-up and use, DMS 4.0 helps minimize downtime and maximize productivity. DMS 4.0 was also implemented with a wide range of automatic functions to simplify and optimize the operator’s drilling activities including interlocking display system to assist using Kelly bar, automatic return to centre hole or continuous flight auger autodrilling device.
