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Trenchless Construction
The Basics of Trenchless Microtunneling Projects
Boring into the ground to lay new pipe is a time-consuming project. There are many ways to run a new line in a place where no previous line existed. Traditional open...
By: Denise Sullivan | Technical Writer @ Trenchlesspedia
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Tunneling
Microtunneling: Key Planning Elements to Know
The planning phase for a microtunneling project typically includes data collection, core testing of soil and rock samples, and a geotechnical survey.The most important...
By: Tabitha Mishra | Civil Engineer, Technical Content Writer
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Trenchless Construction
Auger Boring: A Case for Using Cased Vs. Uncased Boring
Auger boring is one of the most popular forms of trenchless pipe installations around the world. The cutting tool burrows into the ground creating a path for new pipe to...
By: Denise Sullivan | Technical Writer @ Trenchlesspedia
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Horizontal Directional Drilling
Horizontal Directional Drilling Methods: Gyro Vs. Magnetic Wireline Steering
Horizontal directional drilling (HDD) is a useful trenchless method of installing new pipelines. It's the go-to method for oil drilling companies due to its ability...
By: Denise Sullivan | Technical Writer @ Trenchlesspedia
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Trenchless Construction
Combating Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Comparing Pilot-Tube Method Vs. Hand Tunneling
The construction industry is the third highest producer of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from industrialized countries, placing it under the spotlight in terms of...
By: Phil Kendon | Technical Writer @ Trenchlesspedia
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Trenchless Construction
Soil Conditions and Auger Boring: 5 Things You Need to Know
It’s a maxim in auger boring: A rock auger will cut dirt, but dirt auger won’t cut rock. A geotechnical report contains a soil condition report that gives...
By: Will Carpenter
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Trenchless Construction
Daylighting to Avoid Cross Bores
It’s nightmare scenario almost worthy of Stephen King: The sewer line was there first. Then, a trenchless operator put in a gas line. The gas line passed right...
By: Will Carpenter
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Trenchless Construction
The 7 Types of Tunneling Methods to Know
Trenchless tunneling methods have literally changed the shape of laying and maintaining underground piping and utilities over the last 50 years. From an innovative...
By: Phil Kendon | Technical Writer @ Trenchlesspedia
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Trenchless Construction
How Tunnel Boring Machines Work
The efficient modern tunnel boring machine (TBM) that smoothly slices through clay, rock and shale is a result of many failed attempts at making a machine that is...
By: Tabitha Mishra | Civil Engineer, Technical Content Writer
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Trenchless Construction
Is the Elon Musk Tunnel Boring Machine a Game Changer?
It’s one thing to be a billionaire and something entirely different to be a billionaire with a brain for innovation and a heart to use those billions on productive...
By: Tabitha Mishra | Civil Engineer, Technical Content Writer
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Trenchless Construction
Choosing Drill Rods for Trenchless Tunneling
Drill rods are one of the most critical components of horizontal directional drilling platforms. It is up to the construction designers and project managers to determine...
By: Denise Sullivan | Technical Writer @ Trenchlesspedia
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Trenchless Construction
Jet-Grouting for Trenchless Channeling
The rise in trenchless construction with its advantages of not impacting roads, railways and other infrastructure while underground piping is installed, has led to...
By: Phil Kendon | Technical Writer @ Trenchlesspedia
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