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Drilltek Compact Autonomous Drilling System

maxi M is a compact, sensor-guided trenchless drilling robot purpose-built for last-mile underground utilities. It unites a powerful mechanical platform with an intelligent guidance unit and an intuitive operator interface—transforming precise horizontal drilling into a repeatable, data-driven workflow rather than an artisan skill limited to a few specialists. The development of Drilltek is proudly supported by the national Government Innovation Fund.

What the Product Includes

Small footprint. Big performance. lengths up to 45 m

Works as HDD or precision-guided—your choice based on project needs

Zero guesswork. Zero specialized skills.
Live attitude indicator, sensor gauges, torque charts, and system health in one clean interface.

The machine thinks ahead.
Torque, thrust, path correction, and safety all managed automatically.

Every meter documented.
Exportable logs, QA/QC reports, and digital-twin ready datasets.

Short bores. Fast builds.
Modular installation method that beats open-cut in speed and cost.

Built for the smart city ecosystem.
Underground mapping, cloud export, GIS/BIM compatibility.

Protection built in.
Thermals, comms, torque, alignment, and emergency-stop logic.

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Key Benefits on Site
  • Faster jobs – shorten setup, alignment and drilling time
  • Predictable accuracy – keep deviation within defined envelopes
  • Less disruption – minimal excavation and reduced reinstatement costs
  • Operator friendly – simple UI, guided workflows, and clear alarms
  • Future-proof – built for smart city, digital-twin and data-driven asset management

HOW IT WORKS

Small Work Pits Are Opened at Key Points

Circular or rectangular man pits are created at intersections, building fronts, or utility connection points—requiring minimal excavation. "Ideal in combination with a small mobile vacuum excavation unit (VAC)"

1. Direct Drilling: Point A → Point B

maxiM autonomous system performs precise horizontal drilling between an entry pit and an exit point with aircraft-level accuracy.

Ideal for:
  • Road crossings
  • Building-to-street connections
  • House service lines
  • Utility upgrades (fiber, water, power)
2. Rapid Laying: Pit-to-Pit Mesh of Interconnected Boreholes

Instead of long bores, multiple small pits are opened along the planned route. The Drilltek robot drills short, precise boreholes between each pit, creating a modular underground network.

Advantages:
  • Much faster than long-distance precision drilling
  • Lower obstacles and deviation risk
  • Minimal surface disturbance
  • Ideal for dense urban blocks & intersections
  • Multiple teams can work simultaneously
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The Niche Advantage: Where Drilltek Wins

Conventional trenchless machines excel at long, large-diameter installations, but the compact or high-accuracy alternatives carry heavy setup time and cost burdens—rendering them uncompetitive for short, last-mile utility segments.

These systems become:

  • Too large for dense urban streets
  • Too expensive for short segments
  • Overkill for last-mile utility work
  • Not competitive with cheap open-cut trenching

As a result, in the short-distance, small-diameter, last-mile segment:

👉 The industry currently defaults to open-cut.

Open-cut dominates because:

  • Traditional trenchless rigs cannot compete on cost
  • Precise small bores (30–100 mm) are uneconomical for trenchless machines
  • Urban environments restrict access
  • Setup time is too long for short precise jobs
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Where Drilltek Fits In Perfectly

Drilltek systems are engineered precisely for the operational space where efficiency, precision, and minimal disruption are paramount. We deliver unmatched value in challenging environments characterized by:

  • Short Bore Lengths: Ideal for targets between 2 and 40 meters.
  • Minimal Access: Designed for small access pits with flexible underground or above-ground junction points.
  • Congested Urban Streets: Navigate dense municipal environments without causing major traffic disruptions.
  • Essential Precision: When millimeter-level accuracy is non-negotiable.
  • Critical Cost Efficiency: Highly competitive with open-cut methods while offering all the benefits of trenchless technology.

This is the exact operational space where Drilltek excels.

With automated guidance, compact mechanical design, and rapid pit-to-pit workflows, Drilltek finally makes trenchless competitive in a segment historically dominated by open trenches.