Rock Boring Units
The Rock Boring Unit (RBU) makes it possible to use any manufacturer’s auger boring equipment to install a range of common diameter steel casing pipe in high compressive geology. The RBU features 6.5‐in. disc cutters, muck scrapers, a high capacity main bearing, and water‐jetting to advance pipe through rigorous ground conditions. The RBU performs well in rock and varying challenging ground conditions.
Water‐jetting actively cools the cutter head tooling and bearing assembly resulting in extended performance, reduced wear, and lower operating costs.
FEATURES:
- Use any auger boring machine to install 24–48‑in. steel casing.
- Robust design with high‑capacity thrust load disc cutters to aggressively fracture rock into cuttings.
- Cutter head rock scrapers help transfer cuttings from the face to the inlet cavity and into the lead auger for removal.
- Fluid connection ports cool the bearing assembly for longer life and clean disc cutters in clay/silt conditions.
- RBUs are inventoried and available globally, with rental options in North America.
SPECIFICATIONS
Print This Page| Model | Casing Diamter | Thrust / Cutters | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| RBU 24 | 24-in. | 25 ton / 9 | 2,200 lbs. |
| RBU 30 | 30-in. | 25 ton / 9 | 2,800 lbs. |
| RBU 36 | 36-in. | 34 ton / 11 | 4,000 lbs. |
| RBU 42 | 42-in. | 45 ton / 16 | 4,700 lbs. |
| RBU 48 | 48-in. | 50 ton / 18 | 5,500 lbs. |
Testimonials
With its purchase of an Akkerman Model 5000 pump unit, skid base, and WM72C wheel machine in 2006, Northeast Remsco began its partnership with Akkerman that has resulted in its successful completion of many trenchless projects over the ensuing years using conventional wheeled machines as well as a variety of pilot tube equipment. I call it a partnership because the Akkerman team provides advice on the best choice of trenchless equipment for a project as well as how best to overcome jobsite obstacles when they arise, as they inevitably do. From their sales staff to their factory support team, Akkerman employees work with us to get the most we can from the equipment and to get the jobs done safely. They are a pleasure to work with!