Drum Cutter: Effortlessly Tackling Challenging Applications

Customer: Tata Hitachi

Application: Tunnel Breaching – Hard Rock (Basalt)

Attachment Supplied: Auger Torque KDC 45 Drum Cutter with Profiling Drum

Introduction:

Cutting hard rock environments poses significant challenges for construction equipment. Tata Hitachi’s customer faced the daunting task of efficiently profiling basalt rock in a tunnelling project. Tata Hitachi reached out to Auger Torque who recommended the Kinshofer Drum Cutter 45 with a profiling drum. This solution helped to revolutionize the tunnelling process.

Challenge:

Basalt, a hard extrusive igneous rock formed by the rapid cooling of magma, posed significant challenges to traditional tunnelling methods. Due to project constraints, blasting was not an option, and Tata Hitachi required a solution that could efficiently cut through the rock while ensuring precision and accuracy in maintaining the tunnel profile. Conventional methods were slow, labour-intensive, and often produced uneven surfaces, leading to costly rework and inefficiencies.

Solution:

Auger Torque provided Tata Hitachi with the KDC 45 Drum Cutter equipped with a specialized profiling drum. Unlike conventional methods that relied on multiple passes and manual adjustments, the Kinshofer Drum Cutter (KDC) 45 offered a ground breaking solution with its high-powered cutting ability and precise profiling capabilities. The profiling drum ensured consistent and accurate tunnel shaping, reducing the need for additional finishing work.

Implementation:

Tata Hitachi integrated the KDC 45 Drum Cutter into their tunnelling equipment, leveraging its advanced features to streamline the profiling process. The robust construction of the drum cutter allowed it to withstand the harsh conditions of basalt rock excavation, ensuring uninterrupted operation throughout the project. Its compatibility with Tata Hitachi’s machinery facilitated seamless integration, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.

Results:

The adoption of Auger Torque’s KDC 45 Drum Cutter with the profiling drum yielded significant improvements in Tata Hitachi’s tunnelling operations. The enhanced cutting efficiency and precise profiling capabilities reduced project timelines and costs, delivering substantial savings for the client. The consistently smooth tunnel surfaces achieved with the drum cutter minimized rework and enhanced safety by ensuring uniform structural integrity.

Auger Torque’s collaboration with Tata Hitachi exemplifies the transformative impact of innovative solutions in the construction industry. By delivering a ground-breaking solution tailored to the specific challenges of tunnel profiling in hard rock environments, Auger Torque not only met but exceeded the expectations of its client. The success of the project underscores the importance of technological innovation in driving efficiency, productivity, and safety in construction applications.