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Hydrostatic Pressure: Both a Friend and Foe for Drillers

Keep Your Fluids and Slurries Clean, Above Water Table

Mario Brunet

September 13, 2021

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Drillers can minimize frackouts, circulation loss by keeping fluids and slurries clean, above the water table.

Water, Graphite and Geothermal Grouting (Take 2!)

Make Your Mixes Easier by Pre-Measuring Water, Marking the Grouter

Todd Tannehill

August 20, 2021

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Optimize thermal conductivity in graphite geothermal mixes by ensuring the correct amount of water.

In HDD, It’s Soil Identification for the Win

Ground Conditions Affect All Aspects of a Successful Bore

Todd Tannehill

June 17, 2021

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In horizontal directional drilling, ground conditions unlock the keys to a successful bore.

The 1-2-3 Approach to Drilling Fluids

Gel Strength, Fluid Loss and Controlling Clay all Play a Role

George Dugan

May 14, 2021

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Mud techs, operators can ask a few simple questions to optimize their fluids to the drilling project.

For Drillers, It’s the Balance of Power

Mud Scale is Key for Grouting, Solidification, Horizontal Drilling Jobs

Todd Tannehill

April 16, 2021

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A mud scale, also called a mud balance, is indispensable for drilling jobs like grouting and slurry solidification

Situational Awareness and Safety on Drilling Jobsites

Know Your Environment and Your Actions, and What Might Happen Next

Mario Brunet

March 31, 2021

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It comes down to knowing your environment and your actions, and anticipating what could happen next.

The Case for Synthetic Slurry for Foundation Drilled Shafts

One Advantage: It Allows More Compact, Cleaner Jobsites

George Dugan

January 18, 2021

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Synthetics allow more compact, less muddy jobsites, as well as easier disposal.

HDD Drilling — Drilling with Water Only?

Maximize Feet per Day with the Right Fluids Mix

Michael Kleespies

December 18, 2020

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Water alone cannot adequately suspend, transport drill cuttings out of horizontal holes.

Understanding Well Rehabilitation Products and When to Use Them

Straight Answers to Drillers' Questions about Rehab

George Dugan

November 16, 2020

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What's the difference between a mud thinner and mud remover?

How Has Covid-19 Affected Drilling Fluids Manufacturers?

Video Tech Support, Training Part of a 'New Normal'

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Hydrostatic Pressure: Both a Friend and Foe for Drillers

Water, Graphite and Geothermal Grouting (Take 2!)

In HDD, It’s Soil Identification for the Win

The 1-2-3 Approach to Drilling Fluids

For Drillers, It’s the Balance of Power

Situational Awareness and Safety on Drilling Jobsites

The Case for Synthetic Slurry for Foundation Drilled Shafts

HDD Drilling — Drilling with Water Only?

Understanding Well Rehabilitation Products and When to Use Them

How Has Covid-19 Affected Drilling Fluids Manufacturers?

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