Articles Tagged with ''drill bits''

Knowing the right way could mean the difference between a clear compact borehole wall and needing to rethink the whole process entirely. 

From tricone to PDCs, today's bits are impressive and powerful as they've ever been. But they’re only as effective as how they’re utilized.

These innovations reinforce the commitment of Dormer Pramet to providing reliable, efficient, and high-performance drilling solutions while delivering on our promise of Certainty at every turn.

Many drill bits used in water well drilling and mining are tungsten carbide-tipped due to their durability and resistance to extreme wear. If tungsten becomes hard to find, prices could go up for manufacturers and drillers.

This week's 'Wednesday with Wayne' delves into the fundamentals, performance, and evolution of PDC bits, blending historical insights and technical expertise with anecdotes from drilling legend Wayne Nash and Industry Editor Brock Yordy.

Drilling bits, designed for less-demanding rock conditions, work with industry standard T-thread drill string.

Aquifer close to the surface? Often small drills can get the job done, even in tougher geologies.

Host Brock Yordy goes back to fundamentals with tips for heading off plugged bits. It’s Ask Brock 211.

We talk to Sandvik about their new “opt-out” drill bit recycling program for mining customers.

Tungsten is finite, so recycling drilling bits helps lower carbon emissions and ultimately makes mining more sustainable.