Types of
Drilling

At Diafor, every drilling environment is an opportunity to push the boundaries of performance and ingenuity. Whether in remote, rugged, aquatic, or geologically complex settings, we deliver tailored, efficient, and environmentally responsible solutions. Explore our diverse drilling expertise — heliportable, track-mounted, barge-based, and geotechnical — designed to meet the highest field demands.

Other services
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Heliportable Drilling

Diafor excels in heliportable drilling with a fleet of compact and modular equipment, ideal for remote and challenging terrains. Our optimized logistics minimize flight time and costs, maximizing effective drilling time. Safe and environmentally responsible operations ensure high productivity, even in extreme conditions. Our versatile drill rigs offer B, N, H, and P drilling capabilities, reaching depths of up to 2,000 m in NQ, combining performance, precision, and innovation.

Other services
Offered

Track-Mounted (Self-Propelled) Drilling

Diafor offers a track-mounted drilling solution that combines power, mobility, and environmental responsibility. Built from modular heliportable components, our drill adapts to track-mounted, heliportable, or hybrid configurations based on project needs. Its compact design and minimal ground impact ensure optimal performance in rugged or sensitive terrains. To maximize autonomy, a fleet of track-mounted auxiliary equipment efficiently transports materials, optimizing each operation with speed and efficiency.

Other services
Offered

Barge Drilling

Diafor stands out with its barge drilling services, integrating skid-mounted or heliportable drills onto robust floating platforms. Designed for maximum performance and safety in aquatic environments, our barges accommodate drill rigs and auxiliary equipment, including mud recovery systems. Stable and well-suited for northern lakes and rivers, they utilize compact, fuel-efficient drills to minimize environmental impact. In recreational areas, we implement noise-reduction systems, ensuring drilling operations that respect both communities and the environment.

Other services
Offered

Geotechnical, Geomechanical, and Hydrogeological Drilling

Diafor excels in complex geological investigations, specializing in geotechnical, geomechanical, and rock hydrogeology studies. Our techniques include core orientation, acoustic and optical televiewers, and hydraulic packer testing, ensuring precise data collection in demanding environments. Through specialized partnerships in overburden geotechnical drilling, we provide tailored solutions for every project. At Diafor, we turn technical challenges into opportunities with advanced expertise and cutting-edge technologies.

Why work with us?

We work in Eastern Canada

Our team travels throughout Eastern Canada for your drilling projects: Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador.

Our tightly knit team

The professionalism and expertise of Diafor employees, as well as their communication and efficiency, make our reputation.

Our flexibility and desire to help

You have a drilling project in mind? You are wondering if we have the required equipment? Write to us, and let’s see together how we can collaborate.

FAQ

  1. Our fleet consists of AVD VD5000™ skid drills.

  2. Our drills have the ability to easily reach the depth of 2000 m in N rods. The components of the drills we use have also been tested at depths of more than 3400 m in N historically. We can also drill in diameter B, N, H, P and optionally in S.

  3. Of course. It is a must nowadays.

  4. We use recent D6N and D6R bulldozers. These respectively have an ideal weight/power ratio for better flotation, as well as all the power needed to perform effective mobilizations.

  5. We have worked with our suppliers and meticulously chosen the best possible options for the performance and comfort of our employees. Our drills are equipped with rod manipulators and run on biodegradable oil. We also do regular maintenance to keep them in good working order. Put this in the hands of the best drillers in the industry and you are sure to succeed.





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    960, RUE ROYALE MALARTIC QUEBEC, J0Y 1Z0, CANADA

    (819) 757-4459
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