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CED Case Studies

Explore CED case studies from mineral exploration drilling projects, equipment deployments and challenging field operations around the world. See how Cylinder Exploration Drilling approaches diamond drilling, RC drilling, Air Core drilling, remote-access exploration, difficult ground conditions, mobilisation and drilling logistics.

From drill rig selection and consumables to field crews, troubleshooting and complete drilling programmes, these case studies show how CED solves real exploration ch

A successful diamond drilling program depends on far more than the drill rig. The right drilling muds, drilling fluids and additives play a critical role in maintaining borehole stability, improving drilling performance, protecting equipment and helping exploration teams keep metres moving in difficult ground conditions

CED Keeps Gold Exploration Drilling in Mali Moving with Drilling Muds, Fluids & Consumables

CED recently supplied a client in Mali, West Africa, with a fresh shipment of drilling chemicals and consumables to support an ongoing gold exploration program using the CED100 Diamond Drill Rig.

Freddy Mann

Aug 144 min read

CED’s Commitment to UK Engineering and Quality in Exploration Drilling Equipment

At Cylinder Exploration Drilling (CED), quality is not an optional extra. It is fundamental to how we design, manufacture, supply, and support drilling equipment for the global mining and mineral exploration industry.

Freddy Mann

Aug 65 min read

Over the last month, Cylinder Exploration Drilling (CED) supplied and replenished NQ drill rods for an active gold exploration project in Mali. The project is currently operating with the CED100 diamond core drill rig, supporting ongoing exploration activities in one of West Africa’s key gold mining regions.

CED Supplies NQ Drill Rods to Gold Exploration Project in Mali, West Africa

Mining and exploration projects in remote regions require dependable equipment support and rapid access to drilling consumables. CED continues to support operations in Mali through:

Freddy Mann

May 282 min read

CED Manufactures Air Core Consumables for 5,000m Drilling Program in Saudi Arabia

The project required consistent, high-quality consumables to support efficient drilling performance across varying ground conditions, reinforcing the importance of reliability in early-stage exploration.

Freddy Mann

Apr 232 min read

CEDAG15 Portable Auger Drill Rig Deployed in Morocco for Early-Stage Exploration

The CEDAG15 portable auger drill rig is currently deployed in Morocco, supporting early-stage exploration programs with efficient and low-impact drilling. Designed for mobility and simplicity, the CEDAG15 provides a practical solution for projects requiring rapid site access and reliable shallow drilling capability. Optimized for Early-Stage Exploration The CEDAG15 auger drill rig is specifically suited for early-stage exploration drilling, where speed, cost-efficiency, and m

Freddy Mann

Apr 102 min read

CEDRC100 Turnkey RC Drill Rig En Route to South America

The CEDRC100 Reverse Circulation (RC) Drill Rig has been dispatched and is now en route to South America for upcoming exploration operations. Designed and manufactured by CED, the CEDRC100 is built to deliver reliable performance in demanding drilling environments while ensuring fast mobilization and operational efficiency. CEDRC100 Departure CEDRC100 Prior to Departure The unit shown has completed final assembly, inspection, and testing prior to shipment. It is prepared for

Freddy Mann

Mar 271 min read

Case Study: CED 100 Heli-Portable Drill Rig Now Operating in Mali | Compact Diamond Drilling for Remote Exploration

From Mobilization to Production: CED 100 Delivering Results in the Field Cylinder Exploration Drilling (CED) is pleased to confirm that the CED 100 compact diamond core drill rig recently deployed to Mali, West Africa is now fully operational and actively drilling. Designed as a man-portable, heli-portable system mounted on compact tracks, the CED 100 is already proving its value in a challenging remote environment where access, mobility, and reliability are critical to proje

Freddy Mann

Feb 132 min read

CED Case Studies

CED Keeps Gold Exploration Drilling in Mali Moving with Drilling Muds, Fluids & Consumables

CED’s Commitment to UK Engineering and Quality in Exploration Drilling Equipment

CED Supplies NQ Drill Rods to Gold Exploration Project in Mali, West Africa

CED Manufactures Air Core Consumables for 5,000m Drilling Program in Saudi Arabia

CEDAG15 Portable Auger Drill Rig Deployed in Morocco for Early-Stage Exploration

CEDRC100 Turnkey RC Drill Rig En Route to South America

Case Study: CED 100 Heli-Portable Drill Rig Now Operating in Mali | Compact Diamond Drilling for Remote Exploration

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