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Porky's Hole Thoughts

Letter to Manufacturer Could Solve Submersible Pump Problem

Howard "Porky" Cutter
Howard "Porky" Cutter MGWC
July 2, 2014
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Recently, a drilling contractor called me to ask my thoughts.


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John Schmitt, CWD/PI

What Is This Glass Tube on the Side of the Pressure Tank?

John Schmitt, CWD/PI
John Schmitt
July 2, 2014
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In my first article on this subject, I talked about sizes of tanks, why they are needed in a hydropnuematic system and a variety of tappings that we don’t see in modern tanks.


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Rick Hennesy

Geotechnical drilling can benefit from bentonite, cement grout

Rick Hennesy
Rick Hennessey
July 2, 2014
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Bentonite-based viscosifier used as a cement additive for grout backfilling is becoming the standard in the geotechnical community.


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Monika Portman

Tool, rod handling innovations can keep drillers’ hands safe

Monika Portman
Monika Portman
July 2, 2014
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I sit through many meetings in which safety is discussed. The topics to improve safety often cover metrics, implementation of new programs, management interactions … and the list goes on.


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Bardsley

How to Prevent Heat Stress

David Bardsley
David S. Bardsley
May 29, 2014
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In case you missed it (or want to forget it), this winter has been tough on most of the nation. 


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John Schmitt, CWD/PI

Pressure Tanks a Key Part of Water Well Systems

John Schmitt, CWD/PI
John Schmitt
May 29, 2014
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Over the years I have written about many aspects of water well drilling and water systems.


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Clean Air is Key to Drilling Rigs Maintenance

Steve Hanley
May 29, 2014
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Two of the more expensive components of your portable drill rig are the diesel engine and the air compressor. 


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Jeremy Verdusco, Editor

Drillers Have a Lot to Talk About

Jeremy Verdusco
Jeremy Verdusco
April 1, 2014
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I have a soft spot for human achievement. We engineer, drill and tunnel ourselves out of some of the hardest problems imaginable. This month, we write about a project that installed a pipeline for brine under the Mississippi River.
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Monika Portman

Tech Topics: Safety, Tooling Investments Overlooked as Cost Savers

Monika Portman
Monika Portman
April 1, 2014
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 A quick introduction: When I found out I had the opportunity to contribute to the Tech Topics column for The Driller, I was excited to share the perspective from a provider of drilling services, drilling equipment and performance tooling. I hope that my contribution provides insight to the base of educated readers and drives discussion in the exploration drilling market. 


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Steve Hanley

Tech Topics: Proper Coolant Protects, Extends Life of Drilling Rigs

Steve Hanley
March 1, 2014
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Engine coolant is considered any solution that is circulated through the engine to provide a means of heat transfer from various engine components. The function of the coolant is basic to successful engine operation.
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