Next Generation
Bolting Technology
A TRUE single-pass, high-capacity, point-anchored rock bolt installation system that installs the bolt as the hole is drilled — de-bottlenecking the face cycle while improving safety, consistency, and underground development speed.
Drill & Install — Simultaneously
Drilling and bolt installation occur simultaneously in one continuous pass — eliminating the need for a second pass.
Single Pass Installation Sequence
Position
Jumbo positions accurately at the bolt location. No hole indexing or spotting required
Drill & Install Simultaneously
Drilling, bolt installation and anchor engagement occur in one continuous pass, with the ability to use 2 booms concurrently
Move to next Bolt
The bolt is installed, retract drill rod, the cycle is complete
1 Minute Saved Per Bolt = Faster Development & More Metres Advanced
Delivers a minimum 1-minute saving per installation, accelerating development cycles and enabling earlier access to ore. Average mine sites use ~3000 bolts per month, per Jumbo. This equates to an additional 25 metres advance per month, per Jumbo.
BARRACUDA-P Key Features
Designed to outperform conventional two-pass rock bolt systems.
Single-pass efficiency
Sacrificial drill bit drills the hole, then engages as a wedge to secure the bolt in place.
Faster bolting time
Average install time of 1.5 minutes
Two booms can be used to drill/install simultaneously
Higher load capacity
Engineered to deliver a reliable 15-17 tonne load strength
Full 2.4 meters of support
By anchoring at the absolute tip of the friction bolt, the Barracuda-P achieves maximum structural support over the full 2.4m profile
Geotechnical compliance
Eliminates operator error. Hole diameter is guaranteed 100% accurate with no bolt misalignment or bending
Engineered for Hard Rock
Proven reliability across Australia's entire spectrum of rock mass—from highly competent, abrasive hard rock to heavily fractured incompetent ground
About Hardrock Mining Solutions
Hardrock Mining Solutions Pty Ltd is a leading innovator in underground ground support technology, focused on developing high-performance solutions that enhance safety, stability, productivity, and operational efficiency across the mining industry.
As the owners and inventors of the BARRACUDA Self Drilling Rock Bolt Technology — the only TRUE single-pass, point-anchored friction bolt installation system — Hardrock Mining Solutions continues to push the boundaries of underground development innovation through practical, site-driven engineering solutions tailored to real mining challenges. The Barracuda systems are protected by Australian patent no. 2021214414, with additional international patent protection granted in key mining jurisdictions.
Hardrock Mining Solutions is led by Matthew McLaren and a highly experienced team of underground mining professionals, bringing more than 30 years of operational, technical, and leadership experience across underground mining, ground support engineering, operational management, and mining innovation.
Matthew is also the inventor of the Quick-Chem™ Resin Installation System — a pioneering remote resin capsule installation technology that became widely adopted throughout the Australian underground mining industry. His ongoing work in mining innovation, product commercialisation, and underground ground support systems has resulted in a growing portfolio of proprietary technologies designed to improve development cycle efficiency, geotechnical performance, and underground safety outcomes.
Advisers
Mining Consultant
Geotechnical Engineer
Mining Consultant
Contact Hardrock Mining Solutions
Get in touch to discuss our products, trials, distribution, or investment and commercial opportunities.
orders.desk@phoenixmetal.com.au
Bert Myburgh
Mobile: +61 409 988 415
Tel: (08) 9458 1188
sales@mpumatechmining.com
Ray Clark
Tel: +27 10 010 0704
Mobile: +27 (0) 82 856 5885
Matt@hardrocksolutions.com.au
Mobile: +61 429 928 535