Steerable Rock System

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About this product

The Steerable Rock System (SRS) is the auger boring market’s first steerable head designed to navigate not only solid rock but difficult fractured rock conditions as well. Engineered to operate in rock up to 25,000 psi, the SRS allows operators to keep bores online and grade even in the toughest ground conditions for an on-grade bore.

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Key Features

PIPE INSTALLATION IN ROCK

The SRS heads are designed to complete tough rock crossing in rock varying from 3,000 psi to 25,000 psi in strength.

Efficiency on the Job. Completes longer on-grade bores compared to other methods, at a reduced cost, while helping contractors complete more bores in a time-efficient manner.

SINGLE PASS

Pipe is installed accurately in one pass, no need for a pilot bore.

REAL TIME STEERING

No need to pull augers and go up the tunnel to adjust the steering, all steering adjustments are done from the safety of the launch pit.

Monitor. Check and maintain the line throughout the bore with twin line projection halogen lights enclosed in the steering head
Self-Contained Control Station. Self- contained control station controls the movement of the steering head and all hydraulic, water and electrical lines.

ONLINE, ON-GRADE

Pipe installation is monitored for the complete crossing with adjustments to the steering to keep the SRS head on the intended path.

CONTROL STATION

Works for all SRS heads, fully self contained, recirculating tank for water level including charge pump, self contained lubricating system, set up for fluid/bentonite injection, pitch indicator ready, easy to operate.

Monitor. Check and maintain the line throughout the bore with twin line projection halogen lights enclosed in the steering head

Auger Accessories

Auger Flight

Auger Flight

McLaughlin offers both wound flight for smaller diameter auger as well as pressed flight for diameters from 3” to 60” Diameter.

McLaughlin Grade Indicator

McLaughlin Grade Indicator

The McLaughlin grade indicator includes a calibrated site tube and valve controls for purging, charging and topping off the system. All are housed in a high-impact padded case with carrying handle to protect the instuments.

Grade Maintenance Kit

Grade Maintenance Kit

Grade Maintenance Kit can be built with a hinged lead casing section which can be raised or lowered via a screw adjustment from the boring pit. The McLaughlin kit includes; turnbuckle, two hinges and mounting hardware

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Specifications

Weight
  • 2800 lb (1270.1 kg)
Width
  • 32″ (81.3 cm)
Length
  • 95” (241.3 cm)
Height
  • 78” (198.1 cm)
Hose Length
  • 400’ (121.9 m)
Hydraulic Pressure
  • 6500 psi (448.1 bar)
Water Pump
  • 1/4 hp (0.2 kW)
Water Capacity
  • 50 gal (189.3 L)
Battery
  • 12 volt for alignment lights
Power Source Required
  • 120 volt

Steering Head Diameter and Weight

36" (91.4 cm)
  • 5150 lb (2336 kg)*
42" (106.7 cm)
  • 6200 lb (2812.3 kg)*
48" (121.9 cm)
  • 7000 lb (3175.1 kg)*
60" (152.4 cm)
  • 8700 lb (3946.3 kg)*

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