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

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A Case for the Driller to Manager Pipeline

When You Need a New Company Leader, Look Within
Rob Meyer
Robert Meyer
November 21, 2023
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Field decision-making, knowledge of equipment (and how to succeed with it) make drillers ideal for leadership.


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Trading University for Trades: A Gen Z Driller Perspective

Student Paths after High School as Varied as the Students
Rachel Bourne
Rachel Bourne
November 14, 2023
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Guest columnist Rachel Bourne talks about her path to choosing a hands-on — and cheaper — education.


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Submersible Well Pumps: Tips for Servicing, Troubleshooting

Learn to Diagnose Common Groundwater Pump Issues
Tom Stephan
Tom Stephan
June 21, 2023
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Learn how to diagnose common issues with submersible groundwater pumps to help optimize pump longevity.


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Using Shallow Well Drills, Even for Confined Aquifers

Options for Nimble, but Capable, Drills for Shallow Water Wells
Joe Haynes
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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Tips for Selecting a Quality Water Well Drill

On Portable Drill Rigs, Check Engines, Pump and Construction
Joe Haynes
Joe Haynes
March 26, 2022
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In the market for a portable drill rig? Look at the engines, pump and construction to get a quality water drill.


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Data Collection Tips for Foolproof Soil Sampling

Systems, Photos, Proper Equipment and Lots of Notes Help
Joe Haynes
Joe Haynes
February 21, 2022
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Geotechnical contractors can keep samples accurate using proper equipment, systems, photos and lots of notes.


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drilling rig maintenance

Routine Maintenance for Portable Water Well Drills

From Grease Guns to Bolt Tightening, Don’t Skimp on Upkeep
Joe Haynes
Joe Haynes
October 20, 2021
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Small drills can have a full service life with a little attention to routine greasing, cleaning and tightening.


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Variable frequency drives

How Can VFDs Boost Business, Save Customers Money?

Constant Pressure Systems Can Prove More Efficient, Reliable
Stephen Brandt
September 22, 2021
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Constant pressure systems can prove more efficient, reliable while cutting the need for pricey wiring, tanks.


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Joe Haynes

Key Priorities for Building a Successful Drilling Operation

The Right Drill, Training and Quality Tooling All Contribute to Completion
Joe Haynes
Joe Haynes
March 19, 2021
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Get to know typical site conditions, and choose the right rig for those conditions.


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Getting Started Drilling Water Wells

Charity Drilling, Remote Work Call for Back-to-Basics Approach
Joe Haynes
Joe Haynes
August 31, 2020
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From pilot hole to development, some projects call for back-to-basics approach.
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