From March 1 to 4, 2026, the world of mining exploration and exploitation gathers in Toronto for PDAC 2026 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. For Marcotte, this event goes beyond a simple demonstration. It’s an opportunity to showcase a very concrete vision of a goal shared across the entire industry: drill more, drill better, and drill longer—with fewer shutdowns.
Marcotte will present its drilling equipment, diversified expertise, and innovations focused on field support and mobility.
Recognized Expertise in Exploration Drill Rigs
Marcotte designs and manufactures surface and underground drill rigs with an approach firmly rooted in robustness, reliability, and efficiency. The company draws on long-standing experience in exploration drilling, and its equipment lineup is designed to meet a wide variety of contexts, from accessible sites to the most remote environments.
At PDAC, the Marcotte team looks forward to connecting with field crews—decision-makers, technical partners, supervisors, operators, and maintenance managers—to discuss the issues that truly make a difference during a shift: deployment logistics, technical support, parts availability, maintenance, and turnaround time. Because beyond a machine’s rated performance, it’s often the minutes lost, and those gained, that determine the real cost of a drilling program.
Integrated Engineering and Reduced Lead Times
While certainly recognized for its high-performance drill rigs, Marcotte has also leveraged its engineering expertise for the design and fabrication of custom steel structures specifically adapted to the rigorous demands of the mining sector.
What truly sets Marcotte apart in this area is its vertical integration capability. Thanks to its constantly evolving engineering department, the company can handle the entire creation process: from initial design through to final fabrication. This integrated approach represents a considerable advantage for its clients, as it substantially reduces lead times between project planning and delivery of the finished product. In an industry where every day of delay represents significant costs, this operational efficiency is a major asset.
A Strategic Partnership with UTV International: Mobility and Dedicated Accessories
Mobility in hard-to-reach terrain remains a constant challenge in mining exploration. With this in mind, Marcotte will present its partnership with UTV International in greater detail, with UTV specialists also on-site alongside the Marcotte team. The company has become the official distributor of UTV International for several northern Quebec territories, providing clients with privileged access to these rugged tracked vehicles.
Marcotte also plans to announce another milestone in this collaboration: the development of accessories specifically adapted to the mining exploration field that can be mounted on certain UTV vehicle models. The intent is clear: to transform a tracked vehicle into a work platform truly suited to the needs of the exploration mining sector—equipment transport, operational support, field organization—in order to save time and improve operational continuity in the field.
Augmented Reality in Service of Drilling: Marcotte Nexus
One of the flagship announcements Marcotte has in store for PDAC 2026 visitors is the unveiling of Marcotte Nexus, a new line of tools utilizing augmented reality. This technological innovation reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to looking toward the future and integrating cutting-edge technologies into its service offering.
To optimize the performance of its drill rigs, Marcotte Cyborg has integrated advanced technological features, automating tasks and reducing labour requirements while maintaining or improving results. Facing two major challenges encountered by operators in the field—equipment breakdown management and ongoing professional development—Marcotte Nexus was designed to provide a solution. Through augmented reality and a high-performance satellite link, operators can now access Marcotte’s expertise in real time, regardless of their geographic location or drilling conditions.
The Marcotte Nexus system provides direct visual assistance, guiding technicians step-by-step through repairs or complex procedures. Marcotte technicians can see exactly what the operator sees and provide precise instructions, overlaying visual information directly onto the equipment via augmented reality.
The ultimate goal of this innovation converges on a shared priority: maximize productive drilling time and reduce operational interruptions. In the mining industry, unplanned downtime generates significant costs and delays projects. With Marcotte Nexus, the company offers a solution that enables faster problem diagnosis and resolution while improving operator skills in the field.
A Must-Attend Event
Marcotte‘s participation at PDAC 2026 promises to be a key moment for the company and for the Canadian mining industry. By combining traditional equipment manufacturing expertise, innovative strategic partnerships, and cutting-edge technologies, Marcotte demonstrates its ability to evolve with its industry while anticipating its future needs.
From March 1 to 4, 2026, the Marcotte team and its partners invite you to come discuss your exploration drilling and technical support needs, your structural steel projects (fabrication or engineering), your mobility challenges in remote locations with UTV International tracked vehicles, and how Marcotte Nexus can reduce diagnostic, training, and commissioning turnaround times.
Mining professionals who visit the Marcotte booth will discover a company resolutely focused on the future, capable of delivering complete and integrated solutions that tangibly improve the productivity and efficiency of exploration and mining operations.
Event details:
- Dates : March 1 to 4, 2026
- Location: Toronto Metro Convention Center
- Booth: Booth # 7305N
To schedule a meeting during the event or for more information, please feel free to contact us.