48 SEPTEMBER 2025 WorldWide Drilling Resource® High Quality Tools Since 1948 Adapted from Information by Rockmore International Rockmore International traces its origins back to 1948, when the ThrowAway Bit Corporation was established as a pioneering manufacturer in the mining sector. Named after its flagship single-use drill bits, ThrowAway dedicated itself to producing top-quality products crafted from the toughest steel and premium carbide inserts. The company quickly gained a strong reputation in the rock drilling field for offering bits that achieved the lowest cost per foot drilled. Their initial offerings included tapered, cross, button, and down-thehole (DTH) bits in various international connections and sizes. As demand grew, ThrowAway expanded its offerings to include extension rods, couplings, and shank adapters. The company’s success and expansion were driven by its innovative business strategies and steadfast commitment to delivering exceptional products at competitive prices. In 1996, ThrowAway rebranded itself as Rockmore International, reflecting its evolution into a global supplier of a comprehensive range of rock drilling tools. In 1997, Rockmore took a strategic step to diversify its product range and market reach by acquiring HP Rocbo GmbH, an Austrian producer of surface and underground drill rods. This acquisition allowed Rockmore to uphold its high standards of quality and service in an expanding global rock drilling market. Today, Rockmore exports its tools over 75 countries, catering to projects in mining, construction, tunneling, water wells, and quarrying. Rockmore’s ascent to industry leadership is attributed to its unwavering commitment to extensive research and development. The company boasts a team of skilled product designers, metallurgical experts, and tool specialists - some of the most brilliant minds in the drilling sector - placing Rockmore at the cutting edge of drilling technology. Among its innovations, Rockmore has transformed air flow management with its ROK series of high-performance DTH hammers, featuring SonicFlow technology to reduce backflow and turbulence. The innovative XR32 thread design enhances precision and efficiency in drifting, as well as tunneling operations, by offering a more robust and powerful drill string. Additionally, Rockmore’s MultiPoint carbide insert design allows for multiple strike points, leading to better rock fracture efficiency. Recently, the company announced significant investment in its production hall in Judenburg, Austria, including the acquisition of cutting-edge production equipment. This will start a new phase of modernization and automation for production systems in the Judenburg complex. This investment will broaden the company’s product offerings, enhance capacity in essential product lines, and incorporate the latest technologies into their manufacturing processes. By automating and digitizing operations, the company will achieve faster, more adaptable, and resourceefficient production. These technological upgrades will not only bolster the Judenburg facility but also create modern, clean work environments while promoting sustainable practices within their industry. With over 75 years of dedicated effort and a steadfast commitment to quality and service, Rockmore remains committed to delivering effective and innovative solutions in rock drilling tool technology to its customers. MIN
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