How Mincon Innovations Help Lower Mining Costs

Quick Facts About Reducing Drilling Costs in 2025

• Drilling costs are affected by fuel usage, equipment wear, and downtime
• Mincon tools are built to improve efficiency, last longer, and reduce maintenance
• Innovative DTH hammers, along with high-quality drill pipes, shock absorbers, and RTL bits help you drill more for less
• Complete Mincon drill strings help reduce stoppages, use less fuel, and last longer

Want lower drilling costs? It starts with high-quality equipment. In mining, cutting costs without cutting corners is key – that’s why Mincon has refined every component in the drill string to help you get the most out of every shift. From fuel savings and faster drilling, to longer-lasting parts that require less maintenance, Mincon’s engineering innovations in down-the-hole (DTH) hammers are designed to reduce the total cost of drilling, and improve profitability.

Here’s how Mincon tools help you drill more, stop less, and spend less, no matter where you’re working.

Built for Lower Costs: Mincon’s Design Approach

Mincon designs products that help you save in multiple ways:

• Reduce fuel usage – optimised designs that focus on energy transfer, resulting in more efficient drilling through higher performance.
• Drill faster – with ultra-precise clearances and world-class quality assurance processes, our DTH hammers deliver unparalleled performance.
• Replace parts less often – thanks to our state-of-the-art in-house heat treatment systems, Mincon DTH hammer components have superior material properties to ensure they can withstand the extreme conditions encountered during drilling.
• Less downtime and maintenance – smarter design, precision manufacturing, and premium materials ensure that Mincon DTH hammer internals perform reliably and retain efficiency throughout the lifetime of the hammer.

It’s not just one fix; it’s smarter design across the full drill string, so you can focus on drilling efficiently and affordably.

Mincon Products That Help You Save

MP-series DTH Hammers

MP-series represents our next-generation DTH hammers, which are designed with two key goals: improve performance and reduced fuel consumption. Thanks to decades of expertise in DTH drilling, our engineers have developed designs that focus on optimised energy transfer and airflow, while our manufacturing teams have used precision machining and heat-treatment processes to deliver the highest-quality components possible.

And thanks to innovations such as Mincon’s MC shank – as used in the new MP40-MC and MP75-MC – our DTH hammers offer compounded savings when used with Mincon drill bits.

Mincon Drill Pipes

Our high-quality drill pipes are manufactured using high-quality raw materials and with the best available technologies. Our cold-drawn, seamless drill pipes are straighter, stronger, and tougher – with friction-welded tool joints that are precision-manufactured to ensure a reliable connection every time. All of this means that you can focus on reliable drilling, without worrying about hole straightness, damaged threads, and costly downtime.

Mincon Shock Absorbers

Too much vibration leads to wear on your drill rig, hammer, and other parts. Mincon’s shock absorbers dampen these forces, lowering maintenance requirements and extending longevity of your equipment. Additionally, Aerzorber with its air-cushion technology functions as a floating sub for both rotary and DTH applications.

RTL DTH Drill Bits

Mincon’s innovative RTL drill bits for DTH drilling are purpose-built to help you conquer tough, abrasive ground. Thanks to a more durable design and long-life carbide inserts that hold up longer, you will have zero maintenance on your drill bits – which means more drilling and less downtime.

Expert Tips for Keeping Costs Down

1. Match the Right Air, Hammer, and Hole Size
   Your compressor, hammer, and bit should all work together. If they don’t match, you’ll use more energy and drill less efficiently, driving up costs.
2. Use Proper Lubrication
   Always follow the recommended oil levels for your hammer. A worn hammer needs more air to drill the same distance, and that means more fuel and slower progress.
3. Adjust Settings as Conditions Change
   Don’t set your drill and walk away. Rock and soil types change. By adjusting speed, pressure, and air flow as you go, you’ll get better results and reduce strain on your equipment.

Drill Pipe Tips That Extend Tool Life

• Inspect Saver Subs Regularly – These protect the thread connections on your rig. Keep them clean and check for damage to prevent costly repairs.
• Cycle New Threads Before Use – Tighten and loosen new pipe threads three times to remove stress. This small step can help prevent cracks or failure later.
• Avoid Over-Greasing Threads – Too much grease can keep threads from fitting properly. A light layer of grease or oil is enough to get a good seal.
• Periodic Rotation – It’s recommended to periodically rotate drill pipes, so that they wear evenly. This can also avoid loss of equipment should a pipe fail.

The Mincon Advantage

At Mincon, we combine hands-on field experience with smart engineering. The result? Tools that save you money by helping your team drill faster, use less fuel, and replace parts less often. Our DTH hammers, pipes, and bits are built to handle tough ground and long shifts, so you get more value out of every job.