Epiroc Engineering Blog — Drilling Technology & Industry Analysis

Technical deep dives, rock mechanics insights, and equipment selection guidance from Epiroc's application engineering team.

Drilling Insights

When Buying Heavy Equipment, What I Learned About Specs, Safety, and Saving My Budget

A purchasing administrator's real-world story about verifying specifications for heavy equipment, including Epiroc parts and different truck classes.

Thursday 18th of June 2026 · Jane Smith
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The Procurement Debate: Low Initial Cost vs. Low Total Cost of Ownership in Mining Equipment

Stop focusing only on the upfront price tag. This article compares low initial cost vs. low TCO approaches for mining equipment, with practical advice on calculating hidden costs based on real-world experience.

Thursday 18th of June 2026 · Jane Smith
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The Real Cost of a Cheap Hydraulic Hammer: A Buyer's Confession

A procurement manager's honest take on why the lowest-priced hydraulic hammer often costs the most in the long run—and how to evaluate total cost of ownership for Epiroc equipment.

Wednesday 17th of June 2026 · Jane Smith
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How I Learned to Stop Guessing and Start Buying Epiroc Parts the Right Way

An office administrator shares a personal story about how a costly mistake with a GFCI breaker led to a better process for sourcing Epiroc drill rigs and hydraulic breakers.

Wednesday 17th of June 2026 · Jane Smith
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How to Avoid the $3,200 Mistake When Buying Your Next Epiroc Drill Rig

Learn from a 6-year veteran about the specific pitfalls of buying an Epiroc Boomer face drill rig, including a price checklist that saved us $3,200. Covers mini excavator operations and hammer selection too.

Tuesday 16th of June 2026 · Jane Smith
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Epiroc Equipment: Answers to 7 Questions I Wish I'd Asked (Before Spending $200K)

A procurement manager's FAQ covering Epiroc mining equipment selection, total cost of ownership, common mistakes, and when to choose a drill rig vs. a breaker. Based on real-world experience managing orders for mine sites in India and Australia.

Tuesday 16th of June 2026 · Jane Smith
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Why Epiroc Underground Mining Equipment Won My TCO Battle (A Procurement Story)

A cost controller shares how he evaluated Epiroc drill rigs vs. cheaper alternatives, learned from a Crewe tractor show and a Crane Club NYC meeting, and discovered what a 3/4 ton truck mentality misses about modern mining equipment.

Sunday 7th of June 2026 · Jane Smith
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Epiroc Rock Drill: Standard Delivery vs. Rush Delivery – A Quality Manager’s Perspective

As a quality inspector in mining equipment, I compare standard vs. rush delivery for Epiroc rock drills. Which option really saves you time and money? A no-nonsense breakdown with real-world examples.

Sunday 7th of June 2026 · Jane Smith
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Why Your Epiroc Parts and Attachments Cost More Than You Think

A procurement manager breaks down the hidden costs of Epiroc parts online and attachments like buckets and compactors, and why quality matters for your brand.

Sunday 7th of June 2026 · Jane Smith
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Heron vs Crane for Emergency Parts Delivery: What Actually Works Under Pressure

A practical comparison of heron and crane for emergency parts delivery in mining and construction. Based on real rush order experience handling Epiroc tools and attachments.

Sunday 7th of June 2026 · Jane Smith