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 'Cheap' Diamond Core Bits Cost You More: A Quality Inspector's View on Drill Stem Pipe, Core Bits & Concrete Drilling

A veteran quality inspector explains why the lowest price on drill stem pipe for sale, core bits, and concrete core drill bits is a trap. Real data on hidden costs and total value in mining and construction drilling.

Friday 22nd of May 2026 · Jane Smith
Drilling Insights

How I Order and Verify Epiroc Parts: A Practical Checklist for Admin Buyers

A step-by-step checklist from a procurement admin on ordering Epiroc parts, rock drills, breaker boxes, and verifying crane specs. Tips on avoiding hidden costs and ensuring the right equipment arrives.

Thursday 21st of May 2026 · Jane Smith
Drilling Insights

Beyond the Machine: What Your Epiroc Drill Rig Budget Misses (A Cost Controller's Confession)

A procurement manager with 6 years of experience buying Epiroc tools and attachments reveals the hidden costs of drill rig ownership, from misplaced condensate pumps to underestimated consumables, and why a $4,000 quote can be cheaper than a $3,200 one.

Thursday 21st of May 2026 · Jane Smith
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
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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
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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
Drilling Insights

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
Drilling Insights

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