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Underground
Directional Drilling In a Caribbean Paradise
Directional drills are used to install utilities on the hills and rocks of the Caribbean Islands.
March 14, 2012
Most of FibraLink's directional drilling work has been completed with a Ditch Witch JT2720 All Terrain drilling system. It uses an inner rod to drive a rock bit and an outer pipe for steering the downhole tool during drilling.
Underground
Underground Contractor Puts Prototype Drill Through its Paces
Push Inc. proves the perfect choice to put Vermeer's new D60x90 directional drill to the test
January 19, 2012
Push Inc.'s sewer and water boring crew has been using the D60x90 for roughly three months on various projects. Most recently, it was being used to install 15,000 ft. of 8-in. forced sewer main through DNR wetlands.
Underground
New Advances in Planning a Bore
Bore planning software tools can help small and large contractors create a bore plan that may help minimize risks.
March 10, 2011
Bore plan with coordinates.
Underground
Rock Is No Match for a Small Drill and Hammer
Thanks to the right mix of equipment, GSW Contracting has built its business boring through rock.
February 15, 2011
GSW Contracting used a Vermeer D20x22 Series II drill with a Pioneer One hammer to set up smaller, shorter shots through rock.
Underground
AXIS System Used to Install Gravity Flow Sewer
The laser-guided boring technology was used to install a new gravity flow sanitary sewer line in Ontario.
May 24, 2010
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Underground
HDD Enables Geothermal Installation
Horizontal drilling application article.
October 1, 2009
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Underground
Should You Buy New or Used?
New horizontal directional drills offer distinct advantages, yet used still has its place.
September 4, 2008
A used directional drill can be a cost-effective option for startup contractors, or those performing periodic bores. However, you need to carefully evaluate the rig's condition to avoid any hidden costs and unexpected downtime.
Underground
Putting HDD Power to the Project
Profitable directional drilling requires finding the ideal balance of specs.
September 17, 2007
When placing larger product, Earth Energy relies on its larger directional drills, which deliver more torque and pullback power.
Underground
How to Decide when to Use a Trencher or Horizontal Directional Drill
How to balance ground conditions, installation type and restoration costs to determine the most profitable method for putting utilities underground
May 18, 2007
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Underground
HDD Rigs Get Simpler, Yet Smarter
Advanced designs plus a diversity of applications fuel a resurgence in the HDD market.
September 18, 2006
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