MINING changes the actual way of handling drill pipe ,” explains Wallace . “ It removes the operator , as well as the drill assistants , away from any interaction with pulling and running drill pipe in and out of the hole , from commencement of the hole to finish of the hole . The operator and the assistants don ’ t need to touch a drill pipe . It reduces potential for hand injuries , back strains , and any crushing or caught-between accidents that can take place on drill rigs .”
McKay backs up the capabilities of its rig fleet with a battery of ISO certifications including ISO-9001 , ISO-14001 , and ISO-18001 , proving that its equipment is up to the highest Australian standards . With the impending acquisition of ISO- 55001 certification , McKay Drilling will be among the first Australian companies to achieve fleet and maintenance certifications to operate both in Australia and overseas .
“ Mark McKay has continually strived to look at different technology that sets McKay Drilling apart from other drilling companies and changes to the way that we operate in the field ”
– Brenton Wallace , General Manager
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