Year: 2020

Creighton Rock Drill Opens New Branch in Lévis , Quebec

Creighton Rock Drill Opens New Branch in Lévis , Quebec

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We are thrilled to announce the opening of a new CRD location, as of October 1st, 2020. Thanks to the efforts of everyone in Quebec we were able to open up a branch just outside of Quebec City in Lévis. We’re located just minutes off of the Trans Canada Highway. We are excited about this new opportunity and look forward to continued growth.

Creighton Rock Drill at Lévis holds stock of all our existing product lines and will offer the same level of service to our beloved customers.

The address of our new CRD location is : 866 rue archiméde, Lévis, QC G6V 7M5.

Contact us for GET, Attachments, Drilling, Mining, and Road maintenance tools/wear parts.

Environmentally Safe Drilling Fluids

Environmentally Safe Drilling Fluids

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Various construction sites such as building bridges, sea walls, high rise buildings, airports, and seaports all attract the public’s environmental eye. Environmental awareness has become more and more apparent and a must on all job-sites. When trying to choose the right drilling fluid, whether it is for construction, water well, or mineral exploration drilling, there are many options available to fit the job. These high-performance products are being used on a global spectrum and have been aiding contractors with increased productivity while maintaining a greener corporate image.

Why should there be a concern about the introduction of mineral-based lubricants into the environment?
It is estimated that about 50 percent of lubricants sold end up polluting the environment either by total loss lubrication spillage or improper disposal. The remediation of soil and water can be an expensive proposition. In the case of lubricating a down the hole hammer, there is a total loss of the oil to the environment.
The commonly quoted statistic is one litre of oil can contaminate one million litres of drinking water. There are, however, options to limit risk.

We stock a range of Drilling fluids that include environmentally safe down the hole drilling lubricants, thread compounds, DTH torque reducers, rock drill oil and foam, and many more.
Drilling fluids can be a bit of a struggle as to what to use when fluids are required, what are the environmental impacts, and what are the legalities?
These are just a few of the everyday questions that arise, but it’s certainly not all of them. However, it really does not have to be that stressful, we provide online tutorials and information on the product we stand behind to help inform you, as well as answer some of the questions that may arise.

An environmental spill can wreak havoc on the community you’re working in but also add cost to your job. Your company can be a green leader, and provide the opportunity to your client to avoid any potential risks, by making informed choices of green products to use.

Drum Cutters - always grinding

Drum Cutters - always grinding

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Cutter-Heads, An Attachment Recommended For Every Crew!

CRD is a single-source provider of quality made drum cutter attachments across various specs. we also provide replacement parts and service overhaul your drum cutters across our locations in Canada. Drum cutters are a versatile attachment for wall and surface profiling, trenching, demolition of structures, rock excavation amongst other uses.  They are great attachments to use when noise levels at a construction zone need to be toned down due to their quiet operation. Drum cutters also make great finishing operations for rock and walled structures.

photo of a drum cutter

Commonly referred to as “cutterheads” or “rock grinders”, they fill the gap for rock/ground too hard to rip yet are not hard enough to warrant a hydraulic hammer, drilling or blasting techniques to remove the elements. Scaling concrete walls, dams/abutments, or concrete structures is what drum cutters most commonly used for.

CRD also stocks quality replacement parts for drumcutters, like the Kennametal cutting tools to replace worn out bits on the drum cutter.

For servicing or ordering replacement parts, reach out to us 905-673-8200 , sales@crdcreighton.com

Mining Teeth Reviews - Black Cat Wear Parts' RV Series

Mining Teeth Reviews - Black Cat Wear Parts' RV Series

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A review of the workhorse from Black Cat Wear Parts’ the RV series of Mining teeth and adapters.

Featured here is the RV550LD, which stands at 78lbs as new, made for large loaders and hydraulic excavators. The RV series features a hammerless pin for safe and easy installation, patented to Black Cat wear parts.

a diagram of black cat wear part mining teeth

The outside heel of an excavator bucket takes more wear than any other area of the bucket including the insides. Bucket design like a spade lip buckets wear faster on the outside teeth. Wear, is a usage and regular checks game, and to play it with a margin of profitability, quality of the wear parts, and its longevity in the field can help reach that goal. The teeth below are after 806 hours of usage.
It is necessary for most operators to move the most earth by using the best tools available, the Black Cat RV system is one of them. A great GET product can help you save on
their investment, especially with a GET tooth which reduces the rate of wear.

close up of Black Cat Wear Mining Teeth

Quality Wear teeth works well with a good maintenance plan to keep costs down and productivity up, increasing availability of wear range and working hours delivered to the operator. The amount of useable metal on the black cat RV is considerably a result of its advanced manufacturing and quality practices. Where point of contact wear is reduced with the RV teeth system. It is evident that the RV series from Black Cat Wear Parts delivers value on the dollar for your mining operations.

close up photo of black cat wears part mining teeth

To learn more or order your RV system, reach us on 905-673-8200 or email: sales@creightonrock.com

Combi introduces the new C-Rex R50 Teeth System

Combi introduces the new C-Rex R50 Teeth System

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The C-Rex line up of GET systems is designed to deliver across terrains.  Quality Swedish steel and enough wear material to get you through the project keeps operational costs down! the new Combi C-Rex R50 design stays true to its cause. This R50 GET system is a result of Combi’s R&D pooling together proven performance history from the Pro-Claws line and true feedback from the field.

C-rex R50 system

Some of the designs features of the R50 are :

– Wear-caps protect the upper part of the adapters
– Universal adapter: (one per lip thickness) works perfectly with or without wear-caps
– Wear indicator: Markings to indicate teeth wear for replacement
– Same adapter for excavator and wheel loader reduces inventory
– New collar on the back of the teeth gives better support and reinforces the strength of the teeth in XHD applications
– Redesigned mechanical lip shrouds protect better the lip and reduce the time of maintenance

The R50 system line will be first available for excavators in the  70mm, 75mm (3 inch) and 80mm Specifications – with 2 models of teeth and the wear-cap. The new R50 system along with the existing GET line-up by Combi system will be available for orders at all our CRD locations across Eastern Canada.

Call us today at 905-673-8200 or mail us:  sales@creightonrock.com to know the added benefits Combi wear parts can bring to your overall operational costs

Custom Wear Solutions - Asphalt Plant Wear Liners

Custom Wear Solutions - Asphalt Plant Wear Liners

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CRD provides custom wear solutions for your specific industrial needs and recently, we worked with the Miller Asphalt Plant in Port Colborne, Ontario who were looking to refurbish their drag line against high abrasion wear.

Miller Asphalt plant

Not all applications are the same, that is why consulting an expert on the high-wear areas of a production plant is necessary to extract enough performance to give you value on the dollar and standing the test of time.

In a typical asphalt plant, the drag lines are a high abrasion pathway requiring extreme abrasion solutions, Mike Choma our in-house wear consultant after perusing the drag line flooring and wall skirting recommended the high abrasion resistant chrome carbide plates. The carbide overlay plate is great for fine particulate and extreme abrasion situations, helping to extend wear life at elevated temperatures due to its chemical composition.

Drag line with carbide plates

This tailored solution delivers the needful abrasion resistance and wear protection required for this application. CRD delivers custom wear solutions to your specific application requirements, we choose from the best leading wear parts suppliers to get you a long-lasting, cost-saving solution from our years of experience in the field.

chrome carbide plates

Check out more offerings in Industrial Wear and Abrasion Solutions here

Reach out to us at sales@creightonrock.com or call 9056738200 to speak to our industrial wear consultants for tailored solutions.

Covid-19 update for our customers and suppliers

Covid-19 update for our customers and suppliers

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March 24, 2020 To: All our customers and suppliers The COVID-19 situation has continued to rapidly evolve, and increased measures have been announced by the federal and the provincial governments. We continue to monitor new measures closely.  First and foremost, your safety and well-being is our priority. We would like to inform everyone that Creighton Rock Drill Limited is classified as an essential service and that we are open for business. Pick Up’s and Orders We want everyone to take the necessary steps to ensure your safety and others. If you are coming to pick up the product or place orders, please call us in advance so we can prepare your orders and reduce your wait time once you arrive. Our doors are locked but again we’re open for business when you arrive please call us and we will then load your order in or on your vehicle. Signatures/ Confirmation of Pick Up As well we want to reduce the chance of this virus spreading, we do not require a signature but will ask for your name and we will write it on the paper. PO’s are required whether it be a name, a number, Jobsite or some form of reference determined by your office or you. Suppliers At this time we kindly ask that any supplier and or sales personnel reschedule any appointments in the near future.  We ask that you do not show up to our offices unless told otherwise by your direct person of contact at CRD. We can schedule video conferences and or phone calls to discuss business moving forward. We would like to remind all employees, customers, and suppliers to cooperate in taking steps to reduce the transmission of communicable diseases in the workplace:
  • Wash your hands frequently with warm, soapy water for at least 20 seconds.
  • Cover your mouth with tissues whenever you sneeze, and discard used tissues in the trash.
  • Keep a safe distance of 6 feet from each other
  • Avoid people who are sick with respiratory symptoms.
  • Clean frequently touched surfaces.
  • It is recommended that you use cleaning sprays and wipes to clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces such as telephones, keyboards, doors.
  Thank you for your cooperation.