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49% Chance of Automation

“Roof Bolters, Mining” will probably not be replaced by robots.

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Operate machinery to install roof support bolts in underground mine.

Remove drill bits from chucks after drilling holes and insert bolts into chucks.
Tighten ends of anchored truss bolts, using turnbuckles.
Install truss bolts traversing entire ceiling spans.
Force bolts into holes, using hydraulic mechanisms of self-propelled bolting machines.
Rotate chucks to turn bolts and open expansion heads against rock formations.
Position safety jacks to support underground mine roofs until bolts can be installed.
Drill bolt holes into roofs at specified distances from ribs or adjacent bolts.
Position bolting machines, and insert drill bits into chucks.
Test bolts for specified tension, using torque wrenches.