Location: Perak, Malaysia | Equipment: YG1000 Integrated Rock Drill and Splitter | Carrier Excavator: 30 Tons
30 ton excavator integrated rock drill splitter
YG1000 integrated rock drill and splitter
In January 2026, a contractor from Perak, Malaysia, contacted YG looking for a more efficient and environmentally friendly way to break granite and limestone at his quarry. His existing rock-breaking methods were becoming increasingly difficult to manage due to environmental requirements, labor costs, and the need for higher production efficiency.
YG recommended the YG1000 integrated rock drill and splitter, matched with his existing 30-ton excavator and a suitable screw air compressor. After putting the equipment into operation, the customer was impressed by its drilling speed, powerful hydraulic splitting performance, and ability to break hard rock without conventional blasting.
Customer Background: Challenges with Traditional Rock Breaking
The customer operates a quarrying and stone processing business in Perak, where granite and limestone are important raw materials for cement production, construction aggregates, and other building materials.
Previously, the customer relied on traditional rock-breaking methods to extract hard rock. However, as environmental requirements increased and production demands grew, the existing approach became less suitable for daily operations.
His main concerns included:
Environmental restrictions: Traditional blasting creates noise, vibration, and flying rock fragments, making compliance with increasingly strict environmental requirements more challenging.
High operating costs: Blasting involves additional labor, preparation, safety arrangements, and related operating expenses.
Production efficiency: The customer needed a more flexible and efficient way to break granite and limestone without repeatedly organizing blasting operations.
He wanted a rock-breaking solution that could work with his existing excavator, reduce dependence on explosives, and maintain a consistent quarrying workflow.
YG’s Solution: YG1000 Integrated Rock Drill and Splitter
After understanding the customer’s rock conditions, excavator specifications, and production requirements, YG recommended the YG1000 integrated rock drill and splitter.
Since the customer already owned a 30-ton excavator, there was no need to purchase another carrier machine. The YG1000 is designed for excavators weighing 20–36 tons, making it a suitable match for his existing equipment.
YG also selected a compatible screw air compressor to provide compressed air for rock drilling, hole cleaning, and related pneumatic operations.
Why YG Recommended the YG1000 Integrated Rock Drill and Splitter?
The integrated rock drill and splitter combines two essential operations in one excavator-mounted system:
Step 1: Position and Drill: The operator moves the excavator-mounted attachment to the designated rock surface and controls the drilling operation remotely. The hydraulic rock drill creates a borehole in the granite or limestone, preparing the rock for splitting.
Step 2: Hydraulic Rock Splitting: After drilling, the mast rotates to position the hydraulic splitting lance inside the borehole. The system then applies powerful hydraulic pressure through its wedge mechanism to split the rock.
Step 3: Controlled Rock Breaking: Within seconds of activating the splitting system, the rock develops a large crack, allowing the operator to break it into manageable sections for subsequent excavation, loading, and processing.
The entire process is controlled remotely, allowing the operator to perform drilling and splitting without manually handling the splitting equipment.
The recommended screw air compressor provides stable compressed air for drilling operations. Its compact design, energy-efficient operation, and relatively low noise make it suitable for quarry applications.
Customer Feedback: Reducing Dependence on Conventional Blasting
After receiving the YG1000 integrated rock drill and splitter, the customer installed it on his existing 30-ton excavator and put it to work at his quarry in Perak.
The equipment delivered impressive results when handling hard granite. During operation, the attachment drilled into the rock and then used hydraulic splitting force to create large cracks within seconds. The resulting rock sections were easier to excavate, remove, and prepare for further processing.
The customer was particularly satisfied with the following improvements:
Less Dependence on Explosive Blasting: The YG1000 provided a practical alternative to conventional blasting for suitable rock-breaking operations. The customer could handle these tasks without organizing explosive blasting, reducing the associated preparation, labor, and safety arrangements.
A Cleaner and More Controlled Working Process: Hydraulic splitting eliminated explosive shock waves and flying rock fragments associated with blasting. The reduced blast-related noise and vibration also helped the customer better manage environmental concerns at the quarry.
Lower Operating Costs and Greater Flexibility: By using his existing excavator as the carrier machine, the customer avoided investing in a separate drilling rig. The integrated drilling and splitting system also simplified equipment coordination and reduced dependence on separate rock-breaking operations.
Smoother Quarry Operations: The fast splitting cycle made it easier to break hard granite into manageable sections for subsequent excavation and processing. Remote operation also made daily work more convenient for the operator.
Overall, the customer was very satisfied with the YG1000’s performance. It provided an efficient and controllable rock-breaking solution for his granite and limestone quarrying operations while significantly reducing his reliance on traditional blasting.
A Practical Rock-Breaking Solution for Malaysian Quarries
For quarry operators in Malaysia, especially those working with hard granite and limestone, selecting the right rock-breaking equipment is essential for maintaining production efficiency while managing environmental and operating costs.
The YG integrated rock drill and splitter provides a practical alternative to conventional blasting in suitable rock excavation applications.
With excavator compatibility from 20 to 65 tons across the product range, YG can recommend different configurations according to the carrier machine, rock conditions, required borehole dimensions, and project requirements.
Whether you are extracting granite for construction aggregates, breaking limestone for cement production, or handling hard rock in a quarry, YG can help you select a suitable hydraulic rock drilling and splitting solution.
Have a 20–65 ton excavator and need an alternative to conventional rock blasting?
Contact YG with your excavator model, rock type, and project requirements. Our team can recommend a suitable integrated rock drill and splitter and matching air compressor for your application.
