Does McCallum rock drilling have a license?

Licensed in AZ, CA, CO, ID, MT, NV, OR, TX, UT, WA, & WY. Other licenses can be obtained if the job requires. McCallum Rock Drilling offers drilling and blasting services for mines, quarries, and construction sites.

What tools do you need to remove a rock?

Here is Rock Busters’ step-by-step guide on how to handle rock removal safely and effectively. Depending on the rock’s size, you may need some or all of these tools: Rotary Hammer Drill: To make holes in the rock. Feathers and Wedges: These fit into drilled holes to create cracks. Sledgehammer: For driving wedges and breaking off pieces.

How do you break a rock with a rotary hammer?

Exposing as much of the rock as possible will make it easier to break. Using a rotary hammer drill, create several holes in the rock’s surface. Drill as deep as the wedges require and clear out any dust to help the wedges grip. Spacing the holes evenly around the rock will help you get cleaner breaks.

How do you drill a hole in a rock?

Using a rotary hammer drill, create several holes in the rock’s surface. Drill as deep as the wedges require and clear out any dust to help the wedges grip. Spacing the holes evenly around the rock will help you get cleaner breaks. Now, insert a wedge between two feathers in each hole, making sure the feathers face outward.

How do you remove a broken rock?

Once you see cracks forming, use a metal digging bar to pry apart the rock pieces. A bit of leverage will help you pull away the fractured sections, making them easier to lift and remove. Continue drilling, tapping, and prying until the rock is broken into pieces small enough to handle.