Hydraulic-powered geotechnical drilling & SPT testing equipment, engineered around a USA-imported PowerPack — built by Starway Tech® and exported across Africa, the Middle East, South Asia and India.
A Geo Technical Drilling Machine — also called a geotechnical or soil investigation drilling machine — is hydraulic field equipment used to investigate subsurface soil, rock formations, and groundwater before construction begins.
Before any building, bridge, highway, dam, railway or borewell is built, engineers need to know what lies beneath the ground. Starway Tech's machine drills into the earth, collects soil samples, performs Standard Penetration Tests, and produces the data engineers rely on for safe, stable, cost-effective foundations.
Deployed for building foundation investigation across dense urban development.
Used along highway alignments to assess subgrade bearing capacity.
Supports government and contractor-led urban development programs.
Handles deep drilling requirements for dam and reservoir foundation studies.
We do not manufacture one-size-fits-all machines. Every project is different, so we listen to your requirement first, then design and build your machine accordingly.
Designed for your exact ground conditions, not a generic average.
Not over-engineered or under-powered for your actual use case.
Components selected for availability in your region.
Pump & valve system delivers superior hydraulic pressure and long machine life.
Accurate Standard Penetration Testing compliant with IS 2131 standard.
Fully self-propelled — no external tractor required on site.
Levels the machine on any terrain for stable, accurate drilling.
Handles both soft soil and hard rock drilling conditions.
Chain/rope drive system for stable vertical drilling at all times.
Deep subsurface drilling capability for demanding project depths.
Convenient, quick engine start via battery ignition.
Built for continuous, demanding field operation.
Delivered to clients across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.
SPT is the most widely used in-situ soil testing method in the world. It measures the resistance of soil to penetration, giving engineers the N-value (blow count) needed to:
Starway Tech's hydraulically controlled automatic SPT system ensures accurate, consistent results — eliminating human error at the 760mm hammer drop and reducing testing time on site.
Soil investigation before building foundations — every project needs this report before design begins.
Drilling along the full alignment to design pavement layers and identify weak zones.
Deep foundation investigation for piers, abutments, and kilometers of track.
Identifies water-bearing strata, depth, and rock formations before drilling.
Assesses foundation conditions, fault zones, and seepage potential.
Preliminary drilling and sampling to identify ore bodies and mineral deposits.
Landslide investigation, contamination assessment, and earthquake risk mapping.
Smart cities, metro rail, national highways, and rural water supply schemes.
Tell us your application and we'll recommend the right configuration.
Africa is experiencing one of the world's fastest infrastructure growth phases. East Africa, the Horn of Africa, and Sub-Saharan Africa are investing heavily in roads, buildings, water infrastructure, mining, ports, and renewable energy — every one of which requires geotechnical drilling before construction begins.
Yet many African countries still import expensive equipment from Europe, the USA, or China — at prices beyond the reach of local contractors and SMEs. Starway Tech offers a high-quality, hydraulic-powered alternative manufactured in India, with USA-imported PowerPack components, at a price point that makes professional geotechnical drilling accessible.
Trusted by contractors, government agencies, and drilling firms across nine countries. We welcome enquiries from dealers, distributors, and direct buyers.
| Frequency | Maintenance Task |
|---|---|
| Daily | Engine oil check, hydraulic oil level, visual inspection |
| Weekly | Hydraulic connections check, greasing all moving parts |
| Monthly | Hydraulic filter change, engine air filter check |
| Every 3 Months | Full hydraulic system inspection, drill pipe inspection |
| Yearly | Engine service, complete machine overhaul |
Tell us your project type, ground conditions, and depth requirement — we'll respond with a customized machine configuration and quotation.