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

The Ispace & Epiroc Partnership: Why I Think It’s the Most Underrated Story in Mining Tech

A quality manager’s take on the Epiroc & Ispace lunar excavator partnership and why it signals a shift in how we think about drilling equipment standards, transparency, and rugged reliability.

Wednesday 27th of May 2026 · Jane Smith
Drilling Insights

5 Questions About Epiroc Hydraulic Hammers a Cost-Conscious Buyer Actually Asks

As a procurement manager who has tracked $180k in equipment spending over six years, I answer the real questions about Epiroc hydraulic hammer costs, TCO, and hidden fees.

Wednesday 27th of May 2026 · Jane Smith
Drilling Insights

The $4,200 Lesson: Why I Stopped Chasing the Cheapest Epiroc Dealer Quote

A procurement manager's story about how focusing on TCO instead of the lowest price when buying Epiroc drill rigs and parts saved their operation thousands, with a surprising detour into avoiding a costly GFCI breaker mix-up.

Wednesday 27th of May 2026 · Jane Smith
Drilling Insights

Preventive Spending: Why the Most Expensive Equipment Makes Me the Most Money

Epiroc investment strategy perspective from a procurement cost controller. Preventive maintenance and high-quality equipment reduce total cost of ownership (TCO) for mining and construction operations.

Tuesday 26th of May 2026 · Jane Smith
Drilling Insights

Buying an Epiroc Boomer Face Drill Rig? Here's What I've Learned from 40+ Rush Orders

An emergency logistics specialist shares practical advice on evaluating Epiroc drill rigs for sale, configuring a Boomer face drill rig, and understanding the real costs behind the price tag. Based on experience with 40+ urgent mining equipment orders.

Tuesday 26th of May 2026 · Jane Smith
Drilling Insights

Epiroc Equipment Buyer’s Guide: How to Choose Between New, Replacement Parts, and Attachments for Underground Mining

A practical guide to making smart purchasing decisions for Epiroc underground mining equipment, replacement parts, and attachments, based on real-world experience and total cost thinking.

Monday 25th of May 2026 · Jane Smith
Drilling Insights

The Art of the Small Order: Why Epiroc Bucket & Scraper Buyers Deserve Respect (Even at Low Volume)

As an office administrator handling orders for mining supplies, I've seen how small buyers get ignored. Here's why treating $500 Epiroc scraper bucket orders with the same seriousness as fleet deals builds better business.

Monday 25th of May 2026 · Jane Smith
Drilling Insights

Finding the Right Epiroc Dealer: A Practical Guide to Locating Parts, Service & Equipment

A practical guide for admin buyers and procurement professionals on how to find an Epiroc dealer, what to look for in a partnership, and when to consider different options.

Friday 22nd of May 2026 · Jane Smith
Drilling Insights

Bulldozer vs Excavator: A Practical Comparison from Someone Who's Spent Six Figures Getting It Wrong

A head-to-head comparison of bulldozers and excavators across key dimensions, based on field experience and documented mistakes.

Friday 22nd of May 2026 · Jane Smith
Drilling Insights

The Hidden Cost of Cheap Air: Why Your Facility Might Be Paying Twice for Compressed Air

A procurement manager's deep dive into the true cost of ownership for industrial air compressors, revealing why the cheapest quotation can be the most expensive option in the long run.

Friday 22nd of May 2026 · Jane Smith