How Modern Drum Cutters are Revolutionizing Underground and Surface Mining

How Modern Drum Cutters are Revolutionizing Underground and Surface Mining

Solving Core Mining Challenges

 

Selective Mining & Ore Grade Control: In operations where waste rock and ore are closely situated, precision is profit. A drum cutter allows operators to selectively cut and separate material with visual guidance, minimizing dilution and maximizing ore grade sent to the mill.

 

Tunnel & Ramp Profiling: Creating smooth, stable walls in development drifts is critical for safety and ventilation. Drum cutters provide a controlled, low-vibration alternative to blasting, resulting in better wall integrity and reduced ground support costs.

 

Bench Cleaning & Floor Conditioning: After blasting, uneven floors and loose rock hinder haulage and safety. A drum cutter efficiently scales and levels working benches, preparing a clean, stable surface for equipment, improving traction and reducing tire damage.

 

Secondary Reduction: Oversized boulders at the crusher feed cause bottlenecks. A drum cutter stationed near the primary crusher can size-reduce boulders continuously, eliminating the delays and hazards associated with drill-and-blast or dedicated breaker hammers.

 

Engineered for the Mine Environment: Vigorlink Difference

Mining duty is the ultimate test. Our cutter series is built to meet it.

 

Extreme Abrasion Resistance: We utilize forge-hardened, tungsten-carbide tipped picks in a optimized pattern, designed for maximum life in the most abrasive formations.

 

Sealed for Contaminants: Our triple-labyrinth seal system protects critical bearings from dust, slurry, and moisture, ensuring reliability in wet or dusty mine environments.

 

High-Flow Hydraulic Compatibility: Built to harness the power of large mining excavators and loaders, delivering the constant torque needed for continuous shift-long operation.

 

Service-Access Design: Key components are accessible for inspection and maintenance in the field, supporting a predictive maintenance schedule and minimizing unexpected downtime.

 

From Bulk Digging to Precision Recovery

Transition from bulk-scale to precision-scale with the right tool. Browse our dedicated “Mining Solutions” gallery to see our cutters in action worldwide. Contact our mining equipment specialists today for an on-site demonstration or a review of your specific material handling process.