Borterra Drilling
Specialty Drilling Solutions
Advanced drilling equipment for demanding applications
Borterra, a division of MEDATech, delivers custom-built drilling equipment designed to maximize safety, productivity, and reliability. We specialize in the design, integration, and delivery of high-performance drill rigs, automated rod-handling systems, and purpose-built solutions for demanding underground and surface applications.
As both an OEM and systems integrator, Borterra operates on a customer-driven project basis to solve complex drilling challenges through innovative engineering and strategic manufacturing. From ground-up drill and rod handler builds to machine upgrades, retrofits, and aftermarket parts sales, we provide comprehensive solutions and dependable support.
Backed by decades of hands-on experience in drilling and mobile equipment design, our team offers efficient, end-to-end support—from concept and design-build through to field service. Let’s talk about how we can help bring your next drilling innovation to life.
MEDATECH is Wassara’s official partner for the integration and distribution of water hammer technology in Canada.
Components sales
Borterra sells drilling and machine components like Wassara Water Hammer products and Epec electronic control units. Visit our online shop. If the part you’re looking for is not listed, please get in touch and we’ll do our best to help you out.
Borterra Partners
Borterra partners with major OEM component suppliers like CAT, Cummins, Sonic, Wassara, Eaton, Aeroquip, Linde pumps and motors, Danfoss, Hawe, Sun, Hammelmann Water Pumps and others for local parts supply, warranty and support.
DTH water hammer drilling technology
LKAB Wassara AB (Sweden) develops high performance down-the-hole (DTH) water-powered drilling systems for surface and underground drilling operations.
Sonic drilling technology
The Sonic Drill Corporation is an award-winning designer, manufacturer and supplier of innovative sonic drill heads, rigs and tooling.
Control technology
Epec is a system supplier specializing in advanced electric /electronics for efficient, safe and connected off-road industrial machines and commercial vehicles.
Taiga robotics
Taiga Robotics enables robots and other machinery to operate in unpredictable and unstructured environments by letting a person handle the last-mile decision making in real-time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Borterra
Yes. Borterra provides aftermarket parts, component supply, and ongoing service support. Through partnerships with major OEM suppliers, we ensure access to high-quality components, warranty support, and long-term service reliability.
Borterra offers extensive customization, from full machine builds to individual subsystems such as automation, control systems, and drilling methods. Every solution is tailored to meet site-specific constraints and operational goals.
Borterra ensures reliability through purpose-built engineering, robust component selection, and partnerships with leading OEM suppliers. Systems are designed specifically for demanding underground and surface environments with the aim of delivering consistent, long-term performance.
Yes. Borterra offers full lifecycle support, including concept development, engineering design, manufacturing, integration, commissioning and field service. This ensures consistent performance and accountability throughout the project and for full lifecycle management.
Borterra currently serves the mining, construction, oil and gas, and infrastructure sectors. Our solutions are designed to adapt across industries where drilling performance, safety, and efficiency are critical.
Yes. Borterra provides retrofit and upgrade services for existing new and used drilling equipment, including the integration of automation systems, performance improvements, and control system enhancements. These upgrades improve safety and productivity, and often extend equipment life. Here is an example of how we upgraded a pipe handler with RodBot automation.
Borterra improves safety by eliminating high-risk manual tasks—particularly rod handling—through robotic and automated systems. These technologies significantly reduce manual handling and decrease the number of workers required around active drilling equipment. We also improve safety by building in full remote controls, so that operators can operate and tram machines from a safe distance. RodBot is a good example of this.
Automation is a core capability, with systems such as robotic rod handling designed to reduce manual labour and improve consistency. These solutions can include semi-autonomous operation, programmed movement paths, and collision-avoidance systems that optimize drilling workflows and reduce operator strain. Learn more about robotic automation
Yes. Borterra operates on a project-based model, designing equipment specifically for challenging environments, unusual drilling geometries, or performance requirements. Each system is engineered from concept through to production to ensure it meets exact site and operational demands.
Borterra provides custom drilling rigs, automated rod-handling systems, and engineered subsystems designed for unique applications. These solutions are built to improve safety, productivity, and reliability across both underground and surface drilling environments. For an example of automation in action, see more.
Unlike traditional manufacturers that offer standardized equipment, Borterra develops purpose-built solutions tailored to each project. Our team combines mechanical, electrical and software engineering to deliver fully integrated systems that solve complex drilling challenges more effectively than off-the-shelf equipment.
Borterra specializes in the design, integration and delivery of custom drilling equipment and automation systems for demanding applications. As both an OEM and systems integrator, Borterra engineers complete solutions—including drill rigs, robotic rod handling and control systems—tailored to specific operational challenges. Learn more about Borterra’s custom drilling solutions and engineering capabilities.