Geothermal helps all of us in this industry. Even if you do not get involved in geothermal work, you might get water jobs because your competition is tied up on a geothermal project.
Geotechnology Inc. is entering the second year of an indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) five-year contract with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) in the Corp’s Memphis District.
Using the proper drilling fluids can reduce the required horsepower dramatically and reduce the stress on the equipment and the product being installed.
If you have read many of these columns, you know that water wells and pumps in Michigan are regulated by our Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). Several years ago, the DEQ asked industry members to participate in what is called the Director’s Water Well Advisory Committee.
Every DPT refusal scenario is different, which is why environmental consultants must understand the different types of refusals, options for overcoming them and when to consider hybrid drilling options.
The other night, I got into a discussion with a group of well drillers that centered around bits or hole openers backing off in broken, rough-running formations. The reasons — and cures — are pretty straightforward, but often overlooked.
If a seminar on PFAS is held near you, dear reader, I suggest you attend. You will come away with more questions than answers, but also with much more knowledge about this widespread subject.
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