Canada’s Dobco Equipment Ltd., a leading distributor of Ingersoll Rand (IR) construction solutions, provides industry-leading self-feed drills designed for precision and efficiency. With over 150 years of expertise, IR offers three robust drill series—Bant-A-Matic, Par-A-Matic, and Super Par-A-Matic—enabling construction professionals to automate secondary machining tasks with unmatched accuracy.
The drills are powered by compressed air, driving both spindle rotation and feed controls. Equipped with a high-performance rotary-vane air motor, they deliver exceptional power-to-size ratios, ensuring compact, lightweight tooling without sacrificing strength. Their simple pneumatic installation allows seamless integration with other IR electric and pneumatic tools. Operational speeds range from 350 to 19,000 RPM, with twin-head spindle options available for enhanced versatility.
Setting up the drills involves a straightforward process. Users must first remove the left-hand thread guard and secure the drill in the mounting fixture. The drill is then positioned against the workpiece, with the stroke screw adjusted to the desired cutting depth. The Hydraulic Check should be set approximately 1/8 inch from the part before connecting the air line to the main inlet. After installing bleed valves and attaching lines to the start/retract ports, operators begin with a dry run at zero feed rate, gradually increasing speed before testing on the workpiece.
These self-feed drills serve critical functions across multiple industries. In aerospace, they are used for rivet and wing-frame mounting holes. The appliance sector relies on them for panel and frame assembly, while furniture manufacturers employ them for dowel holes in chairs and frames. Metal fabrication shops utilize the drills for sheet metal and cast components, and recreational vehicle producers depend on them for ATVs, snowmobiles, and trailers. Automotive applications include engine mounts, hinges, and body frame holes, while the construction industry benefits from their precision in window, door, and cabinet manufacturing.
As a trusted partner for businesses seeking durable, high-precision drilling solutions, Dobco Equipment Ltd. continues to deliver reliable equipment backed by IR’s longstanding engineering excellence.
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