Sandvik names Gill Rock Drill as new distributor

Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology appointed Gill Rock Drill Co. as a new distributor of Sandvik for several Eastern states.

Gill Rock Drill will supply Sandvik’s range of boom drills, rock tools and full aftermarket support to customers throughout New Jersey, Maryland, Virginia and eastern Pennsylvania.

Gill Rock Drill, based in Lebanon, Pennsylvania, is a family-owned and -operated full-service manufacturing and distributor organization providing equipment and tooling sales, service support, contracting and rentals to the drilling industry.

“We are excited to expand what has been a long-lasting business relationship with Sandvik,” says Eric Crosson, vice president of Gill Rock Drill. “This is a tremendous opportunity to continue our support of the drilling marketplace with the high-quality products they have to offer. Having a local dedicated representative like Gill Rock will prove to be a tremendous asset to Sandvik. Our commitment to excellent customer service and support matches well with the leading-edge drill technology Sandvik has available.”

Adds Paul Painter, U.S. distribution network manager at Sandvik Mining & Rock Technology: “We are very pleased to build this partnership with Gill Rock Drill and have them represent our brand. With their legacy position in our core business segments we have a great partner that can offer the right technical solution and support to the market.”