Tunneling

Latest Tunneling Articles

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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