Construction Drilling - Articles - Page 65

When and When Not to Embrace New Technology

February 1, 2017

In the tiny town of American Falls, Idaho, nestled on the equivalent of a small city block, sits the headquarters of AMS Inc.

You Know the Drill: Planning to Transition Out

Valerie King

February 1, 2017

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One of Terry A. Trew’s biggest focuses and challenges is creating a quality company that will continue to flourish once he passes it on to the next generation.

What Does Trump Mean for Foundations, Geotech

Infrastructure Plans Could Give Construction Drilling a Jolt

Jeremy Verdusco

January 23, 2017

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New president's approach expected to rely on public-private partnerships.

Rotary Drilling Rig Installs Piling for 4-Star Dubai Hotel

Delta Foundations Co. Finds Efficiency in LB 20 Rig in Varying Soil Conditions

January 18, 2017

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Liebherr’s LB 20 rig is helping drill to pile depths of 24 and 29 meters.

Longtime Columnist and Drilling Fluids Sales, Support Rep Retires

Jeremy Verdusco

January 16, 2017

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Readers of The Driller will instantly recognize the name Bob Oliver.

DFI Kicks off 2017 With New Committee Chairs

Four committees are welcoming new chairs this year

January 8, 2017

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Daniel Stevenson, Chris Ramsey, Ben Vance and David Miller announced as new committee leaders.

FastBack Designed to Simplify HDD Pullback

Works with Variety of Bit Configurations

January 5, 2017

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Removing the drill head and installing a back reamer are not necessary.

How HDD is Helping Reduce Groundwater Use

Valerie King

January 1, 2017

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To address a growing population and increasing potable water demand, the West Harris County Regional Water Authority (WHCRWA) was created in 2001.

Avoiding Common Mud Mixing Mistakes on Drilling Jobs

George Dugan

January 1, 2017

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This January will mark 40 years of experience of working with drilling fluids and drilling fluids recycling equipment for this author, and yours truly could write a book on drilling fluids mixing errors made by both vertical and horizontal directional drilling contractors.

Standards: The HDD Industry’s Reputation is at Stake

John F. Hendershot

January 1, 2017

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As a skilled trade that takes pride in our chosen vocation, it is vastly important that we ensure the welfare and industry professional standards that we take pride in.