Tag: Rock Commander

From the pioneering Tamatsu DR76 in 1993 to the state-of-the-art Rock Commander of today, Ausdrill’s rigs have continuously redefined safety, efficiency, and performance in mining.

A Journey of Progress

Built to improve safety at the Super Pit, the Tamatsu DR76 marked the start of a journey that has seen three decades of innovation. Since then, Ausdrill has introduced:

• Down Hole Hammer technology for deeper, faster drilling
• Trimble Groundworks integration for precision and data tracking
• Semi-autonomous features for enhanced safety and efficiency

Where We Are Today

Today’s Rock Commander rigs stand as the culmination of 30 years of engineering and real-world experience. They’re built to meet the toughest ground conditions while setting benchmarks for:

• Performance in every environment
• Durability that keeps operations moving
• Precision that empowers smarter decision-making

See how the Rock Commander works with One Touch Drilling to deliver hands-free precision.

Contact Ausdrill to learn how 30 years of innovation can elevate your next drilling project.

The Rock Commander is one of Ausdrill’s most trusted and innovative rigs, a proven performer that has reshaped the way we tackle challenging terrains and voids since its launch in 2011.

Built with operator safety and project efficiency at the core, the Rock Commander combines an ergonomic design with advanced automation to deliver consistent, high-quality results across Australia’s toughest mining conditions.

Designed for Operator Safety and Productivity

Every feature of the Rock Commander is engineered to protect and empower our crews:

• Ergonomic cab design for improved visibility and operator comfort
• Mast that lays flat for safe, easy maintenance access
• Automated sampling to streamline workflow and reduce exposure
• Starlink and Trimble Systems for advanced remote access and training flexibility

Reliability That Lasts

With an operational lifespan that often exceeds 50,000 hours, the Rock Commander delivers exceptional reliability and value for our clients. It’s a rig that’s built to handle the toughest ground conditions and keep performing shift after shift.

Engineered by Experts, Supported by Ausdrill

At Ausdrill, we don’t just operate the Rock Commander. We design, build, maintain, and refine these rigs ourselves. That means every drill pad benefits from our decades of in-house expertise and our ongoing commitment to innovation.

See how the Rock Commander integrates with One Touch Drilling for automated precision and reduced operator exposure.

Contact Ausdrill to learn how the Rock Commander can elevate your project with safety, reliability, and performance.

Ausdrill is proud to introduce One Touch Drilling, a ground-breaking enhancement to the Rock Commander platform that sets a new standard for safety, efficiency, and precision in mining operations.

With the One Touch Rock Commander, a single button triggers an entire drill cycle, from touching the ground to collaring and drilling to the exact pre-set depth. The rig even manages rod changing and hole flushing, eliminating the need for manual intervention and reducing operator exposure to high-risk zones.

How One Touch Works

One Touch technology empowers drillers to pre-select the hole depth and let the machine handle every other step. No guesswork. No repetitive manual adjustments.

• Automated collaring and hole drilling
• Hands-free rod changes
• Automated hole flushing
• Precision drilling to depth targets

This automation not only reduces operator fatigue and exposure but also minimises wear and tear on components, boosting rig longevity and delivering consistent, high-quality results.

One Touch Rock Commander is a New Benchmark for Safety and Efficiency

By removing the need for constant manual adjustments, One Touch Drilling keeps drillers focused and out of harm’s way. It’s a smarter approach that saves time, reduces human error, and ultimately lowers costs across every shift.

Contact Ausdrill to see how One Touch Drilling can transform your operations, making them safer, smarter, and more cost-effective.