QUARRY DRILLING Contractor NZ
Quarry drilling services in New Zealand, specialising in precision drill and blast services for quarrying, mining, and civil infrastructure. Using GPS-guided rigs and MWD (Measured While Drilling) technology, our drilling delivers accurate, efficient, and cost-effective results across a wide range of blasting and drilling projects.
OVERVIEW
DXG offers high-quality quarry drilling services across New Zealand, backed by a modern fleet of top hammer drilling rigs and a team of experienced operators. Whether you’re working in hard rock, variable geology, or complex quarry sites, DXG delivers accuracy, efficiency, and reliability—every time.
Our services support a wide range of quarry and infrastructure drilling applications, from production blasting to presplit and trim holes, with a focus on precision and productivity.
EXPERT QUARRY DRILLING CONTRACTORS
Fleet Capability
We’re operating a modern fleet of Epiroc and Sandvik quarry drill rigs, including top hammer models T40, T45, DX700 and DX800. Our rigs are fully GPS-enabled and equipped with MWD technology to ensure:
- Accurate hole placement and depth control
- Real-time data capture for rock condition analysis
- Reduced rework, improved fragmentation, and optimized blasting outcomes
Experienced Drill Crews
Our drillers are industry-trained professionals with extensive quarry, mining, and civil drilling experience. They bring both technical skill and site knowledge, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable drilling support.
ACCURACY MATTERS IN DRILL AND BLAST
With GPS-guided drilling and MWD integration, DXG ensures every hole is drilled to specification. Continuous data capture allows us to adjust to geology in real-time, resulting in:
- Safer, more controlled blasts
- Better fragmentation for cost savings
- Consistent results across quarry and infrastructure projects
The result: better fragmentation, safer blasts, and improved overall site productivity.
Quarry Drilling Services We Provide
- Production hole drilling for blasting operations
- Presplit and trim holes for final walls and slope control
- Investigation holes for quarry planning and geotechnical studies
- Specialty drilling for civil infrastructure projects
WHY CHOOSE DXG FOR QUARRY DRILLING?
- GPS-enabled fleet with modern Epiroc and Sandvik rigs
- MWD for precision drilling and rock analysis
- Skilled, safety-certified operators
- Nationwide service with flexible mobilisation
- Proven results across quarry, mining, and civil blasting projects
From day-to-day production to complex drilling challenges, DXG helps you get the job done—safely, accurately, and on time.
QUARRY DRILLING FAQ
What types of drilling rigs does DXG operate?
We operate Epiroc T40/T45 and Sandvik DX700/DX800 top hammer rigs, ideal for quarry and infrastructure applications across a range of rock types.
What is Measured While Drilling (MWD)?
MWD is a technology that records real-time data during drilling, such as penetration rate and rock hardness. It improves blast planning and provides valuable geotechnical insight.
Are your drills GPS-enabled?
Selected drills are fitted with GPS systems to ensure accurate delivery of computer optimised blast design with precise hole location, depth, and spacing, resulting in better fragmentation and fewer blasting issues.
What regions do you service?
Nationwide across New Zealand, with the ability to mobilise quickly to remote or regional quarry sites.
Can DXG provide drilling for civil infrastructure as well as quarry sites?
Absolutely. Our equipment and operators are also suited for infrastructure drilling, including investigation drilling, blast holes, pre-split work alongside civil contractors.