Service Hole Drilling & Installations
Service hole drilling and installations support the essential infrastructure of both surface and underground mining operations. These holes provide access for ventilation, power, communications, dewatering, and ground monitoring, forming the backbone of mine development and ongoing operations.
Service holes can vary in diameter, depth, and orientation depending on their purpose. They are often completed using rotary, reverse circulation, or directional drilling techniques to achieve the precision required for each installation. Foraco’s crews specialize in maintaining alignment, ensuring proper casing and sealing, and meeting strict safety and engineering standards across all service installations.
Typical applications include:
• Ventilation and raise bore pilot holes
• Dewatering and pumping systems
• Cable, utility, and instrumentation installations
• Monitoring wells and piezometer placement
With extensive experience in complex drilling environments, Foraco delivers dependable service hole programs that meet technical specifications and operational timelines while maintaining the highest levels of safety and environmental responsibility.
