That's pretty cool. Can't imagine being the guy that has to drill into the ceiling...Headframe Hunters wrote:I know it's an old topic, but that truck was likely used as a work platform for drillers to install roof bolts for ground control. The wide spans in Missouri limestone mines can require a lot of bolting.
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- Headframe Hunters
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Mechanized bolters are definitely safer. It's not too dangerous, though. Limestone mines are pretty safe.
Just wondering, is this the mine between Liberty and Missouri City?
Just wondering, is this the mine between Liberty and Missouri City?
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Agreed. I wish somebody could have saved it. It would be perfect for Queen Elizabeth to sit on top and wave to the crowd.I know it's an old topic, but that truck was likely used as a work platform for drillers to install roof bolts for ground control. The wide spans in Missouri limestone mines can require a lot of bolting.
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I was thinking the pope... much cooler than his golf cart!peterbillionaire wrote:
Agreed. I wish somebody could have saved it. It would be perfect for Queen Elizabeth to sit on top and wave to the crowd.