September 28 - China's first vehicle-mounted integrated RC (Reverse Circulation) drilling rig commenced operations at the geochemical sampling project site in the shallow coverage area of East Junggar, Fuyun County, Xinjiang.

September 28 - China's first vehicle-mounted integrated RC (Reverse Circulation) drilling rig commences operations at the geochemical sampling project site in the shallow coverage area of East Junggar, Fuyun County, Xinjiang. (Photo by Zou Zhen)

　　The rig,named MARMOT 200RC,was independently researched,developed,and manufactured by Sichuan Marmot Technology Co.,Ltd.,a subsidiary of Sichuan Yuanshan Exploration Group Co.,Ltd.It is China's first vehicle-mounted integrated air reverse circulation rig to obtain national certification and 3C(China Compulsory Certification)approval.

　　'This marks a milestone in the history of China's geological exploration equipment and represents a significant breakthrough in propelling the nation's resource exploration into a new phase of efficiency and cost-effectiveness,'said Zhang Zhaowei,Director of the Mineral Resources Department at the Xi'an Geological Survey Center of the China Geological Survey.

　　The vehicle-mounted integrated RC rig is a key technological asset for achieving exploration breakthroughs in covered areas.'The primary innovation of the MARMOT 200RC lies in its unique integrated trinity design combining the'rig+air compressor+off-road chassis','said Wang Renhu,Chairman of Sichuan Yuanshan Exploration Group Co.,Ltd.In contrast to traditional rigs that require multiple coordinated equipment units and several hours of on-site assembly,this rig achieves a high degree of integration.It requires only simple setup to commence full drilling operations,truly enabling'drill upon arrival and depart after drilling.'

　　Reportedly,traditional drilling equipment often struggles with transportation difficulties and low efficiency in complex terrains like the Gobi and deserts.The MARMOT 200RC,equipped with a 6×6 high-mobility off-road chassis,can easily handle various challenging terrains.Through optimized system design,it helps reduce overall drilling costs for clients by at least 50%.

　　'The MARMOT 200RC rig provides a completely new solution for achieving mineral exploration breakthroughs in Xinjiang,'said Zhang Zhimin,Secretary-General of the Xinjiang Mining Association.He emphasized that given Xinjiang's vast territory and complex geological conditions,traditional exploration methods still face numerous challenges in efficiency,cost,and adaptability.The modernization of equipment technology has become crucial for enhancing exploration efficiency,reducing comprehensive costs,and achieving green development,directly impacting the success of exploration breakthroughs.

　　Li Jie,Secretary of the Party Leadership Group of the Fuyun County Natural Resources Bureau,stated that they would provide optimal services and strong support to facilitate the application of new technologies and equipment in Fuyun.

　　Editor:Liang Li

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