AutoBit Changer (ABC)
Take routine bit changes out of the operator’s hands.
Bit changes are a necessary part of every drilling operation, but they don’t have to mean downtime or operator exposure. AutoBit Changer automates the replacement of worn drill bits, allowing operators to complete bit changes from the cab while supporting safer, more continuous drilling workflows.
Automation that protects productivity and the people behind it
Every mine operator knows the challenge of manual bit changes: they put people on the drill platform, close to heavy components, for longer than anyone would like. AutoBit Changer takes over that process with the push of a button, removing worn bits and positioning replacements so operators can stay clear of the hazard zone while the machine gets back to drilling in less than five minutes.
It’s more than a bit change. It’s a better way to drill.
A key component of autonomous drilling
AutoBit Changer is built to support the next generation of surface drilling. Through its compatibility with AutoMine®, Sandvik’s scalable automation platform, mine operations can take another step toward connected, data-driven, autonomous workflows.
