After development and global 3rd-party testing, the IMPAKT design innovation has been proven to actively clear cuttings from the entire cutting face.  With flushing speeds increased by 25%, the resulting penetration rate has been improved by an average of 18%.

The IMPAKT face design is based on reducing the residence time of cuttings at the face.  Raceway flushing quickly clears cuttings from the entire bit face for a lower Cuttings Residence Time (CRT) and more effective energy utilization.

Traditional bits have a center ‘deadpool’

Standard designs focus on clearing the gauge

Opposing pressure causes stagnation of cuttings on the face

This ‘deadpool’ creates a cushion against effective energy transfer

Raceway ensures full-face flushing

Raceway design clears both the face and the gauge

Pressure and flow accelerate cutting removal

All buttons in contact with fresh rock maximize efficiency in each strike