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Reverse Circulation Drilling

Explore Reverse Circulation (RC) drilling for fast, reliable mineral exploration and high-quality geological sampling. CED covers RC drill rigs, dual-wall drill rods, hammers, bits, high-pressure air compressors, sampling systems, drilling consumables and practical RC drilling techniques.

Learn how RC drilling works, where it performs best, how RC compares with diamond and Air Core drilling, and how equipment, ground conditions, depth, pressure and airflow affect drilling performance.

ONE LAND CRUISER. THREE DRILLING METHODS. A WHOLE LOT OF EXPLORATION POTENTIAL.

CED SFM7300: The 6×6 Land Cruiser That Brings RC, Air Core & Auger Drilling Together

The SFM7300 combines a purpose-built exploration drilling system with a heavy-duty 6×6 Land Cruiser platform, developed for projects where mobility is an important part of the drilling equation.

Freddy Mann

Sep 238 min read

But anyone who has actually had to put together an RC drilling or Air Core exploration program knows something important:

RC & Air Core Drilling Packages: Why the Drill Rig Is Only the Beginning

And, most importantly, you need all of those components to actually work together when the equipment arrives on site.

Freddy Mann

Sep 145 min read

Some of the world's most interesting gold, copper, lithium and critical mineral exploration targets are not conveniently located beside sealed roads, workshops and established mining infrastructure.

CED SFM Series: 6x6 Mobile Drilling Rigs Built for Remote Mineral Exploration

The concept combines specialised exploration drilling equipment with rugged 6x6 mobility, support vehicles and modular trailer systems to create something bigger than an individual drill rig.

Freddy Mann

Sep 118 min read

Rather than simply supplying excessive quantities of parts, the objective is to identify the components most likely to be required during the initial operating period and ensure they are available on site.

CEDRC450: Complete RC Drilling Capability — Rig, Air, Consumables, Spares and Operators

You can purchase excellent drilling equipment and still have an unsuccessful drilling programme if the people operating it do not have the necessary experience.

Freddy Mann

Aug 205 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

Access to reliable water is essential for mining operations, rural communities, agriculture, infrastructure development, and humanitarian projects. The CED SFM7400 has been engineered to meet these demands by combining powerful water well drilling capability with the exceptional mobility of CED's proven 6x6 platform.

CED SFM7400 : The Ultimate 6x6 Water Well Drilling Rig for Remote Projects

Designed for remote operations, the SFM7400 allows drilling contractors and project owners to reach locations where conventional truck-mounted drilling rigs are often unable to operate efficiently.

Freddy Mann

Jul 93 min read

The CED SFM7300 has been engineered to deliver maximum versatility for modern exploration programs. Combining Reverse Circulation (RC) drilling, Air Core drilling, and auger drilling on CED's proven 6x6 vehicle platform, the SFM7300 is designed to tackle a wide range of exploration projects with a single highly mobile drilling solution.

CED SFM7300: The Ultimate RC, Air Core & Auger Drilling Solution on a Proven 6x6 Platform

Built for exploration companies and drilling contractors operating in remote environments, the SFM7300 provides outstanding mobility, operational efficiency, and reliable drilling performance wherever the project takes you.

Freddy Mann

Jul 23 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

CED RC450 – The Most Powerful Reverse Circulation Drill Rig for Deep Exploration

The CEDRC450 Capable of drilling to 450 Meters at a standard 4inch diameter.

Freddy Mann

Feb 52 min read

Reverse Circulation Drilling

CED SFM7300: The 6×6 Land Cruiser That Brings RC, Air Core & Auger Drilling Together

RC & Air Core Drilling Packages: Why the Drill Rig Is Only the Beginning

CED SFM Series: 6x6 Mobile Drilling Rigs Built for Remote Mineral Exploration

CEDRC450: Complete RC Drilling Capability — Rig, Air, Consumables, Spares and Operators

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

CED SFM7400 : The Ultimate 6x6 Water Well Drilling Rig for Remote Projects

CED SFM7300: The Ultimate RC, Air Core & Auger Drilling Solution on a Proven 6x6 Platform

CEDRC100 Turnkey RC Drill Rig En Route to South America

CED RC450 – The Most Powerful Reverse Circulation Drill Rig for Deep Exploration

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