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PRESSURIZED MATING SURFACES, SIDE RODS AND FRONT HEAD - Prevents contaminants and dirt from entering the rock drill - Simpler Maintenance Constant over pressure from mixed oil/air in the machine gives good lubrication and prevents the ingress of dirt, moisture and water. This ensures long service life for the shank adapter and components of the machine. A rock drill with this feature can safely be used in dirty, corrosive environments; the system contributes particularly high reliability and long life. If desired, the lubrication air to the contact (mating) surfaces can be cut-off by fitting a plug into the intermediate part from outside the rock drill (preferred on Surface drilling). All newer rock drill models from Atlas Copco has this feature