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Keep up to date on what's new at The Driller.com with equipment and trends for contractors in drilling sectors including water, geothermal, HDD, foundations, energy and mining.

Columns

Thoughts and insights from drilling industry veterans on topics from drilling fluids to drilling rig safety.

Topic Feeds

Geothermal

Installation and maintenance of ground source heat systems for residential, commercial, municipal and utility applications.

Foundation Drilling

Construction-focused drilling that includes pilings, drilled shafts, slurry walls, ground strengthening and other methods.

Geotechnical Investigation

Investigation of subsurface conditions for stability, monitoring and the planning of earthworks and foundations.

Horizontal Directional Drilling

Steered, directional boring using trenchless technology for utility, oil and gas, and other sectors.

Environmental Monitoring

Testing and sampling to assess specific sites and document progress in remediation.

Mining & Mineral Exploration Drilling

Drilled exploration for and safe extraction of surface and subsurface resources such as metals and minerals.

Oil & Gas Drilling

Drilling for and recovering of fossil fuel energy sources including petroleum and natural gas.

Solutions and insights for water access, use, and sustainability—including well drilling, pump systems, drought resilience, aquifer management, and water infrastructure for residential, commercial, agricultural, and municipal needs.

Drilling Fluids Tips

A rotating panel of experts discuss fluids, fluids management and grouting for a variety of drilling applications.

Editor's Notes

A monthly column offering insight into The Driller's feature stories and thoughts on the industry.

All Crewed Up

Personnel tips from long-time HR professional Jessica Alexander. She draws on her experiences and doctorate in human resource management to help drilling companies hire and manage the best crews.

Leadership Toolbox

Leadership tips for drilling professionals from Capt. Jake Fletcher, an experienced driller and former senior leader for the U.S. Air Force’s RED HORSE well drilling training program.

Pipeline

Insights and stories from David King, who spent nearly his entire professional career making a livelihood from drill pipe.

Porky's Hole Thoughts

In this archive, the late Howard "Porky" Cutter, MGWC, reminisces about his decades spent as a water well driller.

Safety 365

Safety tips from long-time drilling trainer Dave Bowers, an instructor with the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 150 AFL-CIO, Apprentice and Skill Improvement Program.

Schmitt's 'Let Me Tell Ya'

John Schmitt, CWD/PI, offers insights on methods and tooling based on many years spent as a cable driller.

The Underground Network

Underground Network is designed to give experienced drillers, new helpers and environmental consultants candid, constructive insights into the world of geotechnical drilling. This column is a must-read to enhance your knowledge and improve your drilling operations.

World According to Wayne

In this archive, the late Wayne Nash delivers an irreverent take on the industry from the front lines--the job site.

Guest Columns

Industry leaders deliver insight for drilling contractors on drilling equipment, drill tooling, drilling jobs, drill rigs.

Featured Products

Discover new and innovative products and materials for the drilling industry from our partners.

Drill Rigs & Heavy Equipment

News and features about drilling rigs, pump hoists, pump trucks and other types of heavy equipment commonly used on all types of drilling jobsites.

Drilling Consumables

News about drilling consumables, including drilling bits, DTH hammers, casing and drill pipe, and other tool string components for all types and sectors of drilling.

Pumps

The latest on pumps used in drilling applications, including groundwater, as well as pump motors, pump controls and other associated products.

Safety

The latest tips and methods to help professionals stay safe in drilling jobs and other construction work, including PPE like hard hats and fall arrest devices.

Drilling Industry News

Up-to-date news from water well, geothermal, foundations and a range of other drilling sectors.

Have your own industry news to share? Email your press releases to pr@thedriller.com.

Drilling Business Insights

This section serves as a comprehensive resource for small drilling business owners and managers. Whether you're looking to refine your marketing approach or improve operational efficiency, these resources offer valuable support to help your business thrive in the competitive drilling industry.

Ask Brock

In Ask Brock, experienced water well trainer and The Driller writer Brock Yordy takes on questions facing the drilling industry and the contractors working on the jobsite every day.

Drill Talks

DRILL Talks are knowledge-sharing conversations that cover origins, passions, and expertise across the drilling industry. In addition, these discussions offer snapshots behind the scenes of some of the industry's most trusted and exciting companies within the geothermal, geotechnical, or groundwater space.

Emerging Drillers

Our Emerging Drillers series showcases people who are models of success in the groundwater industry and in trades like drilling to inspire the next generation.