I wrote last month in this space about the new www.thedriller.com. It’s quite a change, and one I think moves in the right direction for serving our readers. This month, I want to write more broadly about technology, because “quite a change” has grown into the norm for so many industries, including the array of sectors in which drilling contractors work.
The Bakken formation, mostly in North Dakota, is turning out to be one of the most prolific oil plays in the history of the United States. It was named after Henry Bakken of Tioga, N.D., in 1953.
Over the years, I’ve written about a lot of water wells and groundwater subjects, drilling methods, various types of pumps, pipe and other topics. On occasion, I have digressed and written about pickup trucks and soft drinks and other things that aren’t really about water wells.
The 2013 South Atlantic Well Drillers Jubilee held in Virginia Beach has ended and it left much to be desired. Could it have been more professionally planned? The quality of standards and professionalism of a family oriented event were missing.
There are many situations where the water demand on a well water system exceeds the production capacity of the well. For instance, 10 gpm is typically considered the minimum flow rate needed to adequately supply a single family residence.
My inbox inspires me. Of course, I get dozens of press releases. Those lack the quality to inspire (sorry, P.R. guys and gals). But, occasionally, I receive a story idea, or even a story, that offers a clear, interesting point of view.
I must start this column with some sad news. I learned this morning that the Canadian Ground Water Association has ceased operations. This is a sad and bad deal for drillers everywhere.
Pressure tanks are an integral part of residential well systems. They come in all shapes, sizes and colors, and in previous articles in this publication, I’ve described them in detail, the different types, their purpose and how to size them.
Last time I came home for some time off, I got a strong sense of the differences in climate between North Dakota and Georgia. In North Dakota, they have four seasons: almost winter, winter, still winter and road construction. On the 31st of January, the wind chill was minus 51. That’s colder than an ex-wife. ... I’ve been in Siberia and never seen it that cold.
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