Boring machines use a head or a cutting tool to enlarge a hole that has already been drilled. The boring head is selected based on the size of the hole that is needed. Once you have the machine set up, you can bore through rock, dig tunnels, and run cables in a variety of different locations. You should learn the differences between the various machines before purchasing one, as the various sizes of machines have different applications for which they can be used.
CNC Machines
When you go with a computer numeric control machine, the drill press is automated to perform that exact task that you require. This ensures that your boring machines complete the operation accurately. In previous generations, these tasks would have to be handled by the operator, which brought human error into the equation. Since the computer program does all of the drilling when you use CNC machines, however, you no longer have to worry about mistakes, as long as you program the machine correctly.
Tunneling Machines
Some boring machines are used to make tunnels on the job site in a much more efficient manner than blasting or drilling. These machines do not damage the area around the hole, so tunnels can be created in a less intrusive manner. You should keep in mind that using a boring machine to dig a tunnel is actually less expensive than more traditional methods, since they save time and result is less to clean up once the job has been completed.
Additional Uses
Overall, these machines have completely altered the construction industry. Workers can now dig underneath areas easily, which allows them to lay cables, pipes, and other necessary items. Since these machines are also extremely safe to use, we are seeing fewer injuries on job sites that use them. It is very important that you have an experience staff to operate these machines, since things can still go wrong while they are finishing a task, but you should be able to eliminate many of the issues that go along with creating holes if you are able to invest in one of these great machines.
Kaufman Mfg. Co. features a wide selection of custom and standard machinery that can maximize the efficiency on your jobsite.
