Okay besties, today we’re talking about a mining machine — stay with me, because this one actually says something interesting about smart innovation.
Cannon by Fletcher just upgraded its underground bolting equipment, and instead of building something brand new from scratch, they added their new KRMG3 bolting module to the already-proven DPIS platform. It’s the equipment equivalent of keeping your favorite little black dress and just adding the perfect accessories — the foundation works, so you elevate it instead of replacing it. Honestly? That’s the kind of thinking I respect.
Here’s the deal: the KRMG3 was designed with one goal in mind — making bolters easier to maneuver underground. It’s now the shortest bolting module on the market, which means operators get more flexibility to position the machine, navigate tight work areas, and get ground support done in spaces where cramped conditions usually slow everything down. The DPIS is the launch platform for this module, and it’s expected to roll out across multiple Cannon bolter platforms down the road.
Steve Nye, sales director for Western U.S. and Canada, summed it up perfectly: their goal was to reduce the space required for bolting without compromising capability. And when you pair the module with smaller chassis platforms, some operations can now consider mechanized bolting in environments where equipment size used to be a dealbreaker. Think about that — a whole category of mines that were previously locked out of this technology now have a door open to them. It’s like discovering that budgeting actually works on a modest income too; you don’t need massive resources to start, you just need the right tools sized for your situation.
This is why I tell my coaching clients: constraints aren’t the end of the story. The KRMG3’s compact geometry delivers immediate benefits on the DPIS platform while creating future opportunities across other bolter configurations. The machine can install multiple bolt types while giving operators more freedom in how they position and operate it underground. Smaller footprint, same capability. That’s not downsizing — that’s optimizing. Sound familiar? It’s the same principle behind building wealth with what you have instead of waiting until you have “enough” to start.
Now let’s talk about the dual-entry operator cabin, because this detail is my favorite. The cab lets operators enter or exit from either side of the machine. Underground, where surrounding equipment, mine layouts, or ground conditions can limit access, that flexibility is genuinely a game changer. Operators can choose the safest, most practical entry or exit point based on actual site conditions. It’s basically built-in optionality — and if you’ve been here a while, you know I’m obsessed with optionality in every area of life, from your career to your investment accounts to, apparently, mining equipment.
Put the KRMG3 module and the dual-entry cab together and you get a bolting platform built to help operators work more efficiently through better maneuverability, accessibility, and overall usability. Nothing flashy, just thoughtful design solving real problems. My favorite kind of upgrade — in equipment and in money moves.
Here’s a fun one: the first DPIS-1-HD-KRGM3 Bolter has been delivered to the University of Arizona’s San Xavier Underground Mining Laboratory. Students, researchers, and industry partners will get hands-on exposure to the latest in underground bolting technology. I love this — investing in the next generation of talent before they ever hit the workforce. That’s literally what I encourage every woman I coach to do with herself. Skills compound, friends. Hands-on experience is an asset that no market dip can touch.
The KRMG3 module on the DPIS platform is the newest addition to the DPIS product line, and it complements the relaunch of the DPIS-2-HED dual-boom face drill. Together, these platforms show that Cannon by Fletcher is keeping its focus on solving the operational challenges today’s underground mines actually face — not chasing trends, just building what works.
The takeaway for us? Whether it’s a mining platform or your money, the smartest moves usually aren’t about starting over. They’re about building on what’s proven, designing for flexibility, and making sure the next generation gets access early. If a bolting module can be engineered to work in tight spaces, your budget can absolutely work with your real-life numbers.
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