Auger and Conveyor Systems for Deep Hole Drilling Chips

Chip removal systems automatically move chips away from the machine and into a collection bin. Without a chip removal system, the operator spends hours each shift shoveling wet, heavy chips from the coolant tank. An automated chip conveyor is one of the best investments I have made for production efficiency. Auger Systems: Simple and Reliable Auger systems use a helical screw rotating in a steel trough to move chips horizontally or at a slight incline. The auger is simple, reliable, and inexpensive. It has one moving part, which means little can go wrong. ...

June 16, 2026 · Engineer at the Deep Hole