The Driller Magazine

2023 June

In the June 2023 issue of The Driller, we demystify geothermal and net zero, clarifying drilling's place in a carbon-free future.

What is Drilling’s Place in a Carbon-Free Future?

Getting to Net Zero — and Staying there — Requires Drillers

Brock Yordy

May 26, 2023

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People say moving away from carbon-based power generation and storage means an end to drilling. They’re wrong.

strategies for success on drilling project bids

For Drilling Contractors, Success on the Bid

When Deciding on Projects, Think Strategically

Jeremy Verdusco

May 30, 2023

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Construction contractor strategy: Evaluate projects on one metric, consider all inputs and price accordingly.

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Best Driller Found a New Job? Turnover Can be an Opportunity

Exit Interview, Survey Can Help Contractors Build Retention

Jessica Alexander

May 5, 2023

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Employee churn in the drilling industry is common. When it happens, use an exit interview or survey to ask why.

Opportunity for Drill Crews? Leaders Recognize the Right Time

A Look at How Common Words Relate to Leadership

Jake Fletcher

May 12, 2023

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From drilling jobs to construction projects, leadership looks for the right time to elevate folks who are ready.

A Drilling Mud School with a Mission

Training Drillers in Drought-Parched Monterrey, Mexico

George Dugan

May 17, 2023

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Columnist goes to drought-parched Monterrey, Mexico, to train drillers in fluids, air drilling and foam drilling.

Advanced Drill Tool Fishing: Wire-line Cutting Downhole

Cutting the Line to Before Using a Combination Socket

John Schmitt

May 24, 2023

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Columnist John Schmitt walks readers through cutting a line before tool retrieval with a combination socket.

Using Shallow Well Drills, Even for Confined Aquifers

Options for Nimble, but Capable, Drills for Shallow Water Wells

Joe Haynes

May 19, 2023

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Aquifer close to the surface? Often small drills can get the job done, even in tougher geologies.

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The Driller Magazine

2023 June

Features

What is Drilling’s Place in a Carbon-Free Future?

Columns

For Drilling Contractors, Success on the Bid

Best Driller Found a New Job? Turnover Can be an Opportunity

Opportunity for Drill Crews? Leaders Recognize the Right Time

A Drilling Mud School with a Mission

Advanced Drill Tool Fishing: Wire-line Cutting Downhole

Using Shallow Well Drills, Even for Confined Aquifers

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