Some frequently asked questions.
What are the fundamental differences between T4 and T5 hydraulic coring machines?
The Xcalibre T4 is less than 750 Kgs, when fully loaded, so in the UK it can be towed on an ordinary driving licence.
Has max 220 litres of water.
One person could easily operate a T4 alone.
Designed as the perfect sampling machine.
Core up to 350mm.
The Xcalibre T5 is 1350 Kgs so needs an additional licence in the UK.
Has max 450 litres of water, so a heavier duty machine.
We would recommend two persons to operate the machine safely.
Cores up to 800mm.
Both have machines have remote handset controls.
COVID-19
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Xcalibre are proud to know that our equipment is used and trusted in the telecommunications, construction & aviation industries to support national infrastructure.
Severn Bridge
The Second Severn Crossing is the M4 motorway bridge over the River Severn between England and Wales. The bridge marks the lower limit of the River Severn and the start of the Severn Estuary.
The total length is 5,128 metres (16,824 ft).
Xcalibre provided the equipment to drill the 19,000 holes for the crash barrier installation.
Kenilworth Castle
Home to some of the most influential people in English history.
English Heritage commissioned Xcalibre Equipment Ltd to take core samples of the sandstone walls of the castle so that their present condition could be monitored.
The Magnum Hand Held Core Drill was successfully used on this occasion.
Hong Kong International Airport
Chek Lap Kok Airport is the fifth busiest international passenger airport and the busiest international cargo facilities in the world.
Xcalibre Equipment Ltd was involved in the construction of the new airport, we supplied hydraulically powered diamond drilling equipment which was used to test the integrity of the newly laid runways.
The drills take a sample core which can then be analysed by experts to ensure it meets specific standards.
