2023 May

The Driller Magazine

In the May 2023 issue of The Driller, we discuss being an advocate for groundwater and the industry.

Advocating for Private Water Wells, Safe Groundwater

Industry a Resource for Water Systems, Broader Water Issues

Brock Yordy

April 28, 2023

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Industry can be a valuable resource on issues from PFAS to drought. We should be ready to share our expertise.

bathtub rings at Lake Mead as seen over the Hoover Dam

A New Colorado River Compact for a New Century

Groundwater Industry Can Share its Facet of Water Expertise

Jeremy Verdusco

April 21, 2023

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Western states face multi-generational challenges and opportunities, and groundwater industry has expertise.

3 Cs to Better Employee Engagement: Creating a Culture of Caring

Leadership Tips for Keeping Your Best Drilling Crews

Jessica Alexander

April 12, 2023

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Leaders can build trust — and employee engagement — through active listening, removing roadblocks to productivity.

Drilling in Clay, Shale and Mudstone: How do you React?

Reactive Soils Take Require a Tactical Drilling Fluids Approach

Mario Brunet

April 14, 2023

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In reactive soils, operators risk stuck tools or strings if they don’t take a tactical approach to their drilling fluids.

positivity on drilling and construction jobs

Drill Crews on Cruise: The Power of Positivity

Project Issues Cost Time and Money, but Negativity doesn’t Help

Jake Fletcher

April 19, 2023

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When a team — on a drill project or baseball diamond — has a bad season, change in focus can be catalyst for success.

An Explanation of Fishing Tools for a Cable-Tool Drill Rig

All About Latch Jacks, Wireline Spears and Friction Sockets

John Schmitt

April 28, 2023

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Columnist John Schmitt walks readers through his early experiences with pump hoists in water well drilling.

The Driller Magazine

2023 May

Features

Advocating for Private Water Wells, Safe Groundwater

Columns

A New Colorado River Compact for a New Century

3 Cs to Better Employee Engagement: Creating a Culture of Caring

Drilling in Clay, Shale and Mudstone: How do you React?

Drill Crews on Cruise: The Power of Positivity

An Explanation of Fishing Tools for a Cable-Tool Drill Rig

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