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

Why Your Epiroc Spare Parts Cost More Than They Should (And It's Not the Price Tag)

An administrative buyer shares why focusing on unit price for Epiroc drill rig parts leads to hidden costs, and how to evaluate total value instead.

Tuesday 19th of May 2026 · Jane Smith
Drilling Insights

Epiroc Dealer Locator: Finding the Right Partner for Your Mining & Construction Equipment

Learn how to use Epiroc's dealer locator tool and choose the right provider for drill rigs, breakers, and parts based on your specific operational needs and budget.

Tuesday 19th of May 2026 · Jane Smith
Drilling Insights

Epiroc Attachments: A Practical Checklist for Choosing the Right One for Your Machine

A quality inspector's guide to selecting Epiroc attachments. Focuses on practical steps for matching attachments to carriers, avoiding common mistakes, and ensuring proper fit and performance.

Monday 18th of May 2026 · Jane Smith
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Why I Stopped Buying Epiroc Hydraulic Hammer Parts Blindly (And Built a Cost Check Instead)

A procurement manager shares why focusing on Epiroc parts total cost of ownership (TCO) beats sticker price shopping, with real examples and a practical checklist.

Monday 18th of May 2026 · Jane Smith
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Beyond the Sticker: What "Epiroc" Means for Your Underground Parts Procurement (and How Not to Screw It Up)

An honest look at buying OEM underground mining equipment parts. A real procurement admin breaks down the three common scenarios (Cost-First, Speed-First, Risk-Averse) and the trap of the generic parts manual.

Friday 15th of May 2026 · Jane Smith
Drilling Insights

Stop Shopping List Price: Why Your Epiroc Attachments Budget Bleeds in the Fine Print

A procurement manager explains why focusing on the upfront cost of Epiroc attachments and drill rigs is a mistake. Learn how to calculate total cost of ownership and avoid hidden fees that blow your mining equipment budget.

Friday 15th of May 2026 · Jane Smith
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5 Things I Check Before Approving Your Epiroc Surface Drill Rig Order

A quality manager's checklist for verifying Epiroc surface drill rig specifications, avoiding costly errors, and reducing rework based on real-world experience.

Thursday 14th of May 2026 · Jane Smith
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My Epiroc Parts Order Disaster: A 7-Step Checklist to Avoid It

After a $3,200 mistake on Epiroc parts, I created this 7-step checklist for ordering online. From avoiding the wrong dealer to measuring for a trash compactor, here's how not to screw it up.

Thursday 14th of May 2026 · Jane Smith
Drilling Insights

Epiroc vs. The Guessing Game: How I Learned to Verify Drill Parts Before They Cost Me a Job

A quality inspector's honest comparison: the hidden costs of generic drill bits and breakers versus verified Epiroc hammer parts and drill rigs. Learn what I check before signing off on any order.

Wednesday 13th of May 2026 · Jane Smith
Drilling Insights

Epiroc D65 Drill Rig: What Most Buyers Get Wrong About Parts & Service

A practical FAQ from someone who's managed rush orders for Epiroc D65 parts. Covering parts availability, the online order process, how to avoid common rookie mistakes, and when to use a breaker box or scraper. Includes real cost data and insider tips.

Wednesday 13th of May 2026 · Jane Smith