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Barbco's Pathfinder Guided Boring Machine (GBM) is engineered to deliver high precision in bore accuracy, essential for demanding applications that require strict adherence to line and grade specifications. The Pathfinder GBM integrates an air-hammer feature as standard, optimizing it for operations in hard-rock conditions. Its design merges the pilot tube steering technology with the robust mechanics of an auger boring machine, effectively allowing for precise casing installations of up to 60 inches in diameter. Unique to its design is the capability to be powered by the auger boring machine in use, enhancing operational flexibility. This machine is intentionally built with a robust structure to provide increased rotary torque, essential for challenging tasks. Available in two models, PF500 and PF1000, the Pathfinder system includes specialized features such as a hydraulic operators console, a fluid delivery system to minimize drill stem friction, and a heavy-duty rotary box with integrated enhancements for greater efficacy in boring tasks.
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In any boring application, line and grade accuracy is often crucial. The Barbco Pathfinder Guided Boring Machine (GBM) system allows you to bore with the utmost precision.

Additionally, the Pathfinder GBM comes air-hammer ready as a standard feature. This makes it ideal for installing pilots in hard-rock ground conditions.

We’ve combined the proven technology of a pilot tube steering system with the dependability of a conventional auger boring machine to deliver accurate casing installations up to 60” diameter. Our unique design includes an option to power the Pathfinder with the auger boring machine being used to complete the bore.

While competing GBM systems boast a compact size, we’ve intentionally built a robust system to pack more rotary torque, so you have the power you need to get the job done. Choose from two models: the PF500 or the PF1000.

 

PF500

  • 382,600 LB. MAXIMUM THRUST FORCE
  • 130,500 LB. MAXIMUM PULLBACK FORCE
  • 22,065 LB. ROTARY TORQUE
  • 40 RPM MAX SPEED

 

PF1000

  • 500,000 lb. maximum thrust force
  • 183,000 lb. maximum pullback force
  • 40,000 lb. rotary torque
  • Hydraulic Operators Console

Fitted with rotation and thrust limiters and a video surveillance monitor for clear vision of rod alignment in the breakouts

 

  • Robust breakout system

Plenty of clamping force to break even the stubborn joints

 

  • Fluid delivery system

Designed to reduce torque and skin friction on the drill stem

 

  • Air Hammer Ready

The Pathfinder is air-hammer ready as a standard feature, making it the ideal choice for pilot-tube installations in hard-rock ground conditions.

 

  • On board crane

Equipped with tethered remote control

 

  • Heavy duty rotary box

Equipped with a built in thrust bearing and a bored spindle for direct line of sight to cutting head