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Description for Bucket Drilling Method

infomine - mining equipment and supplier news | October 03, 2008 | 4:25 am

The bucket rig is a form of the rotary drill rig. It uses mechanical or hydraulic drive to rotate a Kelly which is attached to the bucket. This type of rig will normally utilize a square friction type or round...