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.
Henry Ford once said, "Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again, this time more intelligently." When you fall short, do you reflect on the failure and learn from it?
Casing while drilling (CWD) has been around in the rotary business for only 20 to 30 years, but cable tool drillers have been using this method since about day one.
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