Everhart & HooverPower Line Construction, Inc. · Est. 1979 24/7 line(717) 987-3845

E-000 / E-100 / E-106

Rock Drilling

Reliable rock drilling for utility and foundation work, with specialized equipment that gets it done even in the toughest conditions.

  • Ingersoll-Rand percussion hammer
  • National 880C boom
  • Rough-terrain access
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Key plan · unit 6 of 7E-106

Overview

Hammer
Ingersoll-Rand
Bit
20in.
Boom
National 880C
Reach
30ft
Depth
18ft

Our equipment consists of an Ingersoll-Rand percussion hammer with a 20-inch bit, mounted on a National 880C boom. It reaches 30 feet from the center of the truck and digs to a depth of 18 feet.

Utility pole foundations, anchoring systems, or transmission structures: our rock drilling keeps your project on track without compromising safety or structural integrity. We're built to break through, and we don't back down from hard ground.

Every rock drilling job starts with a clear read of subsurface conditions. We assess the material, select the bit and hammer, and position the rig for accuracy and stability. We make hard work look easy, and we make sure it lasts.

Scope

What this unit covers on a typical job. Ask about anything that isn't listed.

  1. Pole hole rock drilling
  2. Anchor and guy wire bores
  3. Boom-mounted drill setups
  4. Transmission foundation drilling
  5. Remote and rough terrain access
  6. Deep, straight bore capability
  7. Percussion and rotary techniques
  8. Secure footing in dense subsurface
  9. Pre-install site assessments

Site photographs

Shattered rock from a drilled excavation
Photo 1Shattered rock from a drilled excavation
Rock spoil piled at the edge of the site
Photo 2Rock spoil piled at the edge of the site

Questions, answered

The questions we hear most. Don't see yours? Ask us directly.

RFI-01What types of projects require rock drilling?
Response

Utility pole foundations, transmission structures, guy wire anchors, and any job involving solid rock or dense ground.

RFI-02How deep can you drill?
Response

We drill to your project's depth requirements, depending on rock type, location, and access. Our boom-mounted rig digs to 18 feet.

RFI-03Do you drill on uneven or remote terrain?
Response

Yes. Our rigs and operators are equipped for sloped, rugged, and limited-access sites.

RFI-04How do you ensure accuracy and safety while drilling?
Response

Calibrated equipment, stable mounting platforms, and strict safety procedures for clean, precise bores every time.

RFI-05How long does rock drilling typically take?
Response

It depends on the material and depth, but our crews work efficiently to minimize delays and keep the project moving.

Reference drawings