The GMe100 is the battery-powered version of the GM100 drilling rig. It can carry out the same investigation methods as its diesel-powered twin, but without the emissions of a diesel engine.
The GMe100 is the heavy-duty, all-electric ground investigation rig. It is equipped with the intelligent GM IQAN remote control system, and the navigation and data-logging software GMTracker. The storing and real-time distribution of investigation and machine data is enabled by the GMTrackerCloud cloud service.
The supported investigation methods are the same as in diesel-powered GM100 drilling rig. The new feature in the GM100e is that the diesel power package has been replaced with an electric power unit. The machine’s drilling functions are powered by a proven hydraulic transmission system. The rig’s power source is an electric motor, ensuring sufficient power for all functions requiring hydraulic operation. To maximize energy efficiency, the rig’s air compressor is powered by its own separate electric motor.
The GMe100 drilling rig has a built-in battery system. The batteries are charged efficiently with the CCS standard equipment.
GM Powerpack increases the battery capacity of the GMe100 drilling rig, which allows the rig to work continuously on a single charge for even longer. Additional battery solutions are available flexibly and cost-effectively according to the needs of the user.
The Powerpack is installed on top of a traffic-approved trailer, so it is easy to transport and can be charged for example, at fast charging stations for passenger cars.
In addition to the GMe100 drilling rig, the GM Powerpack can also be used in other Geomachine rig models as a power source for the hybrid package.
Geomachine’s drilling rig models GM75, GM85, GM100, GM200 and GM8 have been available as hybrids since 2021. The hybrid feature enables the power source of these rigs to be changed from diesel to electricity, for example on densely built areas when the working environment places restrictions on drilling emissions or sound intensity.
In addition to the diesel engine, the drilling rig can be equipped with the hybrid power unit GM Hybrid Unit 22, which is suitable for lighter drilling methods.