In underground mining and tunelling, TECCO® mesh of high-tensile steel wire protects against rock falls, rock burst and squeezing ground.
Tests by the Western Australian School of Mines (WASM) have proven that TECCO® can carry higher static and dynamic loads than traditional reinforcement nets. The MESHA® installation handler is compatible with all multi-arm drilling jumbos and provides a fast, safe and fully mechanised installation of TECCO® mesh.
Advantages of the TECCO® mesh in Underground Mining and Tunnelling
- Simple and fast mechanised installation (up to 30 % faster than welded wire mesh).
- Higher energy absorption than conventional welded wire mesh.
- Rolls of mesh are picked up with the MESHA® installation handler, minimising manual handling.
- Depending on ground conditions it is eventually possible to use less anchors through the higher load capacity of the TECCO® mesh.
- Different width mesh with 2 mm - 4 mm wire diameter are available.
- Less over-lapping of mesh in tunnels and drives compared to welded wire mesh.
- Better corrosion properties than welded wire mesh.
- Easy transport and storage of TECCO® mesh.
Find out more about the MESHA® installation handler on our partner's website: Rock Australia Pty Ltd