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The D7E proved the viability of the electric drive concept and the technology has now evolved with the introduction of the D6 XE. The electric drive system allows the diesel engine to run at the most optimized rpm to get the best efficiency.

Crawler Dozer Technology Pushes the Envelope

Integrated technologies provide increased crawler dozer automation while sharing real-time productivity data.

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Nonresidential Investment Declines 7% in Q2 2021 Even as U.S. Economy Expands

The U.S. economy expanded at a 6.5% annualized rate in the second quarter of 2021, but investment in nonresidential structures declined 7% for the quarter.

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Vermeer D23x30DR S3 Navigator Horizontal Directional Drill

Dual rod technology and new rock tooling delivers in rocky, congested environments

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Epiroc SpeedROC 3F

Versatile machine with a flexible drilling capacity and excellent tramming stability

Berkel averaged six holes in an eight-hour day, but drilled 10 or more in a 10-hour day when conditions were ideal.

KLEMM Drilling Rig Anchors Capital One Complex

Berkel & Company Contractors needed to install nearly 400 grouted tieback anchors to hold up the shoring walls of a 50-ft. cut from ground level

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F-Check Instant Identification System

F-Check provides smartphone access to specifications for hydraulic breakers, vibratory plate compactors and Tier 4 blast-hole drills

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Epiroc Acquires Noland Drilling Equipment

Acquisition will strengthen Epiroc's footprint and capabilities in the U.S. water well drilling segment

With Ditch Witch's HDD VR Simulator, operators must preplan, set up equipment correctly and test protective systems.

HDD VR Simulator

Ditch Witch introduces industry-first Virtual Reality (VR) Simulator for horizontal directional drill operators

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Brad Humphrey and the team discuss all things related to the jobsite and running a successful business. Tune in for a new episode every other Wednesday.

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Ditch Witch JT20XP Directional Drill Package

The JT20XP horizontal directional drill (HDD) package features the JT20XP drill and XP44 mixing system

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Ditch Witch Partners with MetaFLO Technologies to Offer Solidification Reagents

Partnership will provide a more accessible and efficient process for the solidification of drilling spoils to an extended network of users and contractors

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TT Technologies Redesigns Grundopit

TT Technologies’ redesigned Grundopit pit-launched mini directional drill is well suited for difficult fiber-to-the-home and utility service line installations in tight working conditions.

To facilitate this real-time monitoring from the drill seat, Subsite developed the Commander 7 HDD Guidance Display and ScoutView Commander 7 Software.

Subsite Electronics Spearheads More Efficient Process for Directional Drilling

Announced at ICUEE 2017, the Green Ops process is designed to reduce risk and improve efficiency and profitability on HDD bores

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Toro Debuts DD2226 Directional Drill with SmartTouch Control Mode

Drill delivers 2,600 ft.-lbs. of rotational torque and 22,000 lbs. of thrust and pullback

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[VIDEO] Steps Vermeer Is Taking to Reduce Learning Curve for Directional Drill Operators

Lee Schroeder, sales manager for the utility infrastructure division at Vermeer, discusses how the company is working to help contractors get directional drill operators up to speed more quickly.

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[VIDEO] Vermeer D8x12 Navigator Horizontal Directional Drill

Vermeer's Lee Schroeder shares the features and benefits of the company's compact D8x12 Navigator, which delivers a lot of power in a small footprint.

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American Augers M-300D HDD Fluid Cleaning System

System provides a true first-cut 300-gpm capacity and maintains one-half percent sand or less in fluid returned to the hole

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[VIDEO] Vermeer Launches Rock-capable D40x55DR S3 Directional Drill

At ICUEE 2017, Vermeer's Lee Schroeder highlighted the features of the new rock-capable D40x55DR S3 directional drill, which is designed to obtain high productivity in a range of ground conditions.

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Vermeer Navigator HDD Simulator Mimics Experience of Operating a Real Drill

Virtual hands-on simulator delivers realistic experience of operating a Vermeer horizontal directional drill using standard controls combining education and creating muscle memory

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Vermeer SPX25 Vibratory Plow Features Full-function Remote Control

Vermeer's SPX25 vibratory plow features a full-function remote control giving the operator a 360-degree view of the jobsite while installing small pipes and cables at depths up to 12 in.

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Vermeer D40x55DR S3 Navigator Horizontal Directional Drill

Vermeer's D40x55DR S3 Navigator horizontal directional drill features dual rod technology using an inner rod to provide torque to the drill bit and an outer rod for steering capability and rotation torque for reaming

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Vermeer D8x12 Navigator Horizontal Directional Drill

Vermeer's D8x12 Navigator horizontal directional drill is sized to work in tight spaces for small service installations, offers a low noise emission level of 85 dBA and can fit through a 36-in. gate

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American Augers DD-240T Expands Modular Drill Configurability

Directional drill comes in two frame lengths with two-person cab that can be set off-board, controls programmable to match any system, traveling wrenches can be positioned anywhere

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Ditch Witch Next-generation AT40 All Terrain Directional Drill

Advanced drilling system provides optimal drilling performance, agile steering and enhanced operator control

Colorado's Bold New Image in HDD Directional Boring

Integrating high tech innovation and old school grit to achieve legendary results.

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Ditch Witch Boosts Drill Power with JT60 and JT60 All Terrain HDD Tier 4 Upgrades

Engine upgrades provide increased drill power for the toughest underground conditions

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Ditch Witch JT40 Directional Drill Puts 20 More Horsepower in a Smaller Footprint

Ditch Witch's JT40 HDD drill is powered by a 160-gross-hp, Tier 4 Cummins diesel engine competing in the 40,000-lb. pullback class

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Ditch Witch JT10 Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD)

Ditch Witch's JT10 horizontal directional drill (HDD) provides advanced strength and the power of larger drills in a compact package

[Video] Vermeer D10x15 S3 Navigator Horizontal Directional Drill

[VIDEO] Vermeer D10x15 S3 Navigator Horizontal Directional Drill

The D10x15 S3 Navigator horizontal directional drill offers even more power and performance than its predecessor.

Vermeer D10x15 S3 Navigator

Drill offers 36% more horsepower , an almost 11% increase in carriage speed and reduced sound levels

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Ditch Witch Tier 4 JT100 and JT100 All Terrain Horizontal Directional Drills

Armed with Tier 4, 260-hp engines, drills supply the power to efficiently bore through tough terrain

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Ditch Witch Certified HDD Training Online Courses Now Available in Spanish and German

Program extends the company’s on-site, classroom-style training to allow novice HDD operators to train online