Barkom

What Barkom does

Barkom is a privately held Turkish manufacturer of underground and surface diamond core drilling rigs and supporting consumables, founded in 1987 and headquartered in Ankara (Yenimahalle/Sincan industrial zones). Operating under the proprietary BULLDRILL® brand (established 2015), the company produces six rig series — Top-Head Drive (BD400T–BD2500T), Spindle Drive (BD1500S–BD2500S), and Multi-Purpose (BD1500M–BD2500M) surface rigs, plus Skid-Mounted (BDU200–BDU1500), Track-Mounted (BDU500C–BDU1500C), and Ex-Proof (BDU500EXC–BDU1500EXC) underground rigs — together with a full line of drill rods and casings, core barrels and overshots, tungsten carbide bits, core trays, core cutting machines, flush pumps and mud mixers, geotechnical equipment, and rock drilling tools. Core technology centers on heavy-duty hydraulic systems, modular rig architecture, 360° mast rotation, automatic wireline winding, PLC-based 10-inch touchscreen control panels, and — uniquely in Turkey — fully ATEX-certified explosion-proof designs for hazardous underground mining, including methane-detection sensors and fire-resistant HFD-U 68 hydraulic fluid.

The company runs a Ministry of Industry and Technology–approved R&D center (since 2018), a 5,600 m² CNC-equipped production facility with induction heat treatment platforms (heat treatment of drill rods pioneered in 2014), 8,200 m² of spare-parts storage across four warehouses, and an Istanbul office for sales and business development. Revenue is generated through (1) one-time capital sales of BULLDRILL drilling rigs sold via quote-based enterprise field sales, (2) recurring revenue from consumables and replacement parts, (3) after-sales service revenue (48-hour on-site response, 24/7 technical support, operator training), and (4) licensing/distribution income as the Turkish representative of international drilling brands (AMC, MONARK, DEVICO & REFLEX, JET-LUBE, DIAMANTINA CHRISTENSEN, GEOSIGHT CMS, TUNNEL RADIO, WEIR-JONES GROUP, IMDEX). Go-to-market combines direct enterprise sales through barkomas.com inquiry forms with a global distributor network reaching customers in 80+ countries across five continents, primarily serving mining, mineral exploration, geotechnical engineering, underground hazardous-environment mining, and quarry/construction operators.

Name

Barkom

Legal name

BARKOM

Website

https://barkomas.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Barkom is a Turkish manufacturer of underground and surface diamond core drilling rigs and consumables under the BULLDRILL brand, headquartered in Ankara and serving mining, mineral exploration, geotechnical, and quarry operators across 80+ countries. Its Turkish-only ATEX ex-proof rigs and Ministry-approved R&D center anchor its competitive position.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Drilling Equipment Manufacturing

NAICS

Mining Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing (333131)

SIC

Mining Machinery & Equip (No Oil & Gas Field Mach & Equip) (3532)

akta.pro primary industry

Drilling Rigs & Drill Systems (IMAHAMAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Drill Tools, Bits & Downhole Equipment (IMAHAMAB)

Keywords

• Drilling rig manufacturing
• Diamond core drilling
• Mining equipment
• Geotechnical drilling
• Explosion-proof drilling rigs

Headquarters

HQ city

Yenimahalle

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Drilling Rig Manufacturing: BARKOM manufactures and sells underground and surface diamond core drilling rigs under the BullDrill brand. Products include Top-Head Drive rigs (BD400T, BD800T, BD1500T, BD2500T), Spindle Drive rigs (BD1500S, BD2500S), Multi-Purpose rigs (BD1500M, BD2500M), Skid-Mounted rigs (BDU200, BDU500, BDU700, BDU1500), Track-Mounted rigs (BDU500C, BDU700C, BDU1500C), and Ex-Proof rigs (BDU500EXC, BDU700EXC, BDU1500EX, BDU1500EXC). These are sold as capital equipment with one-time purchase pricing.
2. Drilling Equipment and Accessories: BARKOM produces and sells drilling consumables and accessories including drill rods, casings, core barrels, overshots, tungsten carbide tools, drill bits, drilling accessories, core trays, core cutting machines, flush pumps, mud mixers, geotechnical equipment, and rock drilling tools. These generate recurring revenue through replacement parts and consumables.
3. After-Sales Service and Support: Comprehensive after-sales support including on-site service, maintenance, spare parts supply, and operator training services. 7/24 technical support availability.
4. International Distribution Partnerships: BARKOM distributes international drilling brands in Turkey including AMC, MONARK, DEVICO & REFLEX, JET-LUBE, DIAMANTINA CHRISTENSEN, GEOSIGHT CMS, TUNNEL RADIO, and WEIR-JONES GROUP.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Barkom manufactures and sells underground and surface diamond core drilling rigs under the proprietary BULLDRILL brand, along with a comprehensive range of drilling equipment, consumables, and accessories. Its products span six drilling rig series—Top-Head Drive, Spindle Drive, Multi-Purpose, Skid-Mounted, Track-Mounted, and Ex-Proof—and complementary equipment including drill rods, casings, core barrels, tungsten carbide tools, drilling accessories, core trays, core cutting machines, flush pumps, mud mixers, geotechnical equipment, and rock drilling tools. The company serves mining, mineral exploration, geotechnical engineering, and quarry customers across 80+ countries with capital equipment sales, consumables, and after-sales service.

Product overview

BARKOM is a manufacturer of underground and surface diamond core drilling rigs and equipment, operating under the BULLDRILL brand. The product portfolio comprises two main categories: drilling rigs and drilling equipment. Drilling rigs include six distinct series: Top-Head Drive (BD400T-BD2500T), Spindle Drive (BD1500S-BD2500S), and Multi-Purpose (BD1500M-BD2500M) for surface applications, and Skid-Mounted (BDU200-BDU1500), Track-Mounted (BDU500C-BDU1500C), and Ex-Proof (BDU500EXC-BDU1500EX) for underground operations. Supporting the rigs is a comprehensive equipment line covering drill rods and casings, core barrels and overshots, tungsten carbide tools, drilling accessories, core trays, core cutting machines, flush pumps and mud mixers, geotechnical equipment, and rock drilling tools. The company serves mining, geotechnical, and mineral exploration sectors with both standardized and custom-engineered solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• BULLDRILL: Own brand of drilling machines including Top-Head Drive, Spindle Drive, and Multi-Purpose series for surface and underground drilling applications.

Products and services

• BULLDRILL Top-Head Drive Drilling Rigs Surface drilling rigs (BD400T, BD800T, BD1500T, BD2500T) featuring top-head rotary drive system compatible with B-N-H-P drill rod set, diesel engines, PLC-based control panels, and steel track mobility for challenging field conditions. Designed for mining companies and mineral exploration firms conducting surface drilling operations.
• BULLDRILL Spindle Drive Drilling Rigs Surface drilling rigs (BD1500S, BD2500S) with spindle-type rotary head, 4-speed gearbox transmission, telescopic mast design, and robust cooling system for high-precision drilling operations. Built for mining and exploration companies requiring precise core sampling.
• BULLDRILL Multi-Purpose Drilling Rigs Surface drilling rigs (BD1500M, BD2500M) combining reverse circulation and diamond core drilling in a single platform with dual-mode capability, diesel engine power, and semi-automatic rod handling system. PLC monitoring with 10-inch touchscreen display provides real-time engine performance updates.
• BULLDRILL Skid-Mounted Drilling Rigs Underground drilling rigs (BDU200, BDU500, BDU700, BDU1500) with compact skid-mounted design, telescopic mast structure, powerful hydraulic system, and 360-degree drilling capability for confined space operations in underground mining.
• BULLDRILL Track-Mounted Drilling Rigs Underground drilling rigs (BDU500C, BDU700C, BDU1500C) with crawler track system for excellent traction and terrain mobility, featuring electric motor power and PERKINS diesel engine for tramming. Designed for underground mining operators needing mobility in challenging terrain.
• BULLDRILL Ex-Proof Drilling Rigs ATEX-certified underground explosion-proof drilling rigs (BDU500EXC, BDU700EXC, BDU1500EX, BDU1500EXC) with ex-proof ABB or CEMP electric motors, ex-proof KAWASAKI hydraulic pumps, D-type explosion-proof electrical boxes, methane gas detectors, and fire-resistant hydraulic systems using HFD-U 68 synthetic fluid. Designed for underground coal mining and other hazardous gas environments.
• Drill Rods and Casings Heat-treated wireline drill rods, conventional drill rods, casings, and special-type rods with high surface hardness and tough core for various drilling applications. Sold as replacement consumables for drilling rigs in mining and geotechnical operations.
• Core Barrels and Overshots Single and double tube core barrel systems including B Series, T Series, WG single tube, and WM double tube configurations, plus overshot retrieval tools for reliable core sample recovery in diamond core drilling operations.
• Tungsten Carbide Tools TC-based drill bits, reaming shells, and casing shoes designed for wear-resistant, efficient, and fast sample drilling operations in hard rock formations.
• Drilling Accessories Comprehensive auxiliary equipment including lifting and handling tools, fluid and swivel systems, cutting and recovery equipment, clamping systems, and portable adapters for field drilling operations.
• Core Trays Durable, stackable, and long-lasting core sample trays available in plastic and galvanized steel options with accessories including lids and markers for core sample storage and transport in mineral exploration projects.
• Core Cutting Machine Water-cooled diamond blade cutting systems for safely, quickly, and cleanly cutting core samples, available in electric and diesel powered models. Used by geotechnical and exploration teams for sample preparation.
• Flush Pumps and Mud Mixers Electric and diesel flush pumps and mud mixing units ensuring continuous circulation and optimal fluid mixture during drilling operations. Companion equipment for drilling rigs in mining and exploration applications.
• Geotechnical Equipment Geotechnical sampling and testing equipment including SPT split tube samplers, SPT hydraulic hammers, automatic drive hammers, Shelby tube samplers, auger rods and bits, and drive heads for geotechnical site investigations.
• Rock Drilling Tools Rock drilling equipment including button bits, cross bits, chisel bits, coupling sleeves, shank adapters, and extension rods designed for high penetration and durability in mineral exploration and quarry operations.

Quantifiable outcome

• 48-hour on-site service response time globally
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• AMCcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAMC is represented by BARKOM as a Turkish distributor partner in the mining and drilling industry.
• MONARKcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMONARK is represented by BARKOM as a Turkish distributor partner in the mining and drilling industry.
• DEVICO & REFLEXcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDEVICO & REFLEX is represented by BARKOM as a Turkish distributor partner in the mining and drilling industry.
• JET-LUBEcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJET-LUBE is represented by BARKOM as a Turkish distributor partner in the mining and drilling industry.
• DIAMANTINA CHRISTENSENcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDIAMANTINA CHRISTENSEN is represented by BARKOM as a Turkish distributor partner in the mining and drilling industry.
• GEOSIGHT CMScoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGEOSIGHT CMS is represented by BARKOM as a Turkish distributor partner in the mining and drilling industry.
• TUNNEL RADIOcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTUNNEL RADIO is represented by BARKOM as a Turkish distributor partner in the mining and drilling industry.
• WEIR-JONES GROUPcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWEIR-JONES GROUP is represented by BARKOM as a Turkish distributor partner in the mining and drilling industry.
• IMDEXcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIMDEX is represented by BARKOM as a Turkish distributor partner in the mining and drilling industry.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Epiroc: Swedish OEM of underground and surface drilling equipment, rock excavation and mining infrastructure. Competes with Barkom across mining segments but offers a much broader portfolio (loaders, trucks, ventilation) and global service network.
• Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions: Division of Sandvik AB providing drilling rigs, rock tools and digital mining solutions. Overlaps directly with Barkom's BULLDRILL surface and underground rigs and with its drill-rod/rock-tool consumables line.
• Atlas Copco: Diversified industrial OEM with a power-tooling/mining division that supplies drilling rigs and consumables. Competes with Barkom's drilling equipment range and serves the same mining/geotechnical customer base.
• Caterpillar (Cat Mining): Diversified heavy-equipment OEM with a mining division covering rotary blasthole drills and underground equipment. Indirect competitor on the larger surface-drilling side of Barkom's portfolio.

Direct peers

• Schramm: Manufacturer of top-head drive and rotary drilling rigs used in mineral exploration and geotechnical markets. Competes head-to-head with Barkom's BULLDRILL Top-Head Drive and Multi-Purpose rigs.
• Boart Longyear: Global leader in diamond core drilling rigs and drilling services for mineral exploration. Directly comparable product portfolio (surface and underground core drills) and end-market focus on mining exploration make it Barkom's most direct international competitor.
• Comacchio: Italian manufacturer of drilling rigs and equipment for geotechnical, mineral exploration and water-well applications. Closely comparable specialty manufacturer with similar product breadth and end-customer profile.
• Massenza Drilling Rigs: Italian specialty drilling-rig manufacturer active in geotechnical, mineral exploration and water-well markets. Comparable size, similar product family and overlapping end users make it a relevant direct peer.
• Driconeq: Manufacturer of drilling equipment and consumables (drill rods, casings, core barrels) for mining and geotechnical applications. Overlaps with Barkom's consumables/accessories business and shares the same exploration-drilling customer base.

Others

• IMDEX: Mining-tech and drilling-fluid products company that Barkom already represents in Turkey. Adjacent ecosystem participant rather than a rig competitor, but shares the same mineral-exploration customer base and is therefore a relevant peer for partnership/comparison.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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