Trenchless Methods
An Overview of Robotic Pipe Repair
Robotic pipe repair is an essential part of oil companies’ pipeline maintenance. The technology, known as smart or intelligent pigs,...
The Science of Getting it Right: Locating Underground Utilities
This article takes an in-depth look at the advancements in science and technology that allow for the detection of subsurface elements....
The Pipe Bursting Process
Lessened impact on the surrounding environment and cost savings make pipe bursting an excellent choice for trenchless rehabilitation.
The History of Vitrified Clay Pipe in Trenchless Installation
Vitrified clay pipe (VCP) has been in use since ancient Babylon. The material is abrasion-resistant and acidic erosion and...
Trenchless Sewer Repair and Cleaning 101
Sewer repair can be costly. Lines become clogged and damaged from tree root infiltration, the pouring of oil down drains and neglect.
How to Choose the Best Trenchless Method for Your Project
Choosing the wrong trenchless method means no matter what, your project will not be a success. Here's how to get it right, right from the...
Easement and Contract: The Legalities of Trenchless Projects
The most challenging part in the planning phase is land easement acquisition. Thanks to trenchless technology, land owners are more...
Calculating Labor for Trenchless Projects
Before you take the grand leap and say, “The labor costs for this project are X,” you must remember that you have to charge an hourly rate...
4 Factors to Consider During Your Pipe Lining Project
Since its introduction in the early 1970s, CIPP lining has continuously evolved to become one of the most widely used forms of trenchless...
The Basics of Trenchless Microtunneling Projects
Microtunneling is a trenchless construction technique that allows an operator to bore small diameter holes over great distances. The new...
The Planning Process: How to Prepare for a Successful Trenchless Construction Project
The planning of a trenchless project is similar to that of conventional projects, taking into account geotechnical investigation, project...
How To Bid On That Trenchless City Project
Bidding on a city project will require you to provide information on your budget, timeline and your contingency plan. You'll have to give...
The Right Drill Bit for Soft, Medium & Hard Ground Conditions
Depending on the soil structure, a geological investigation provides information on which drill bits should be used for drilling in soft,...
Why Trenchless Technology is a Perfect Fit for Fiber Optic Cable Installation
Fiber optic cable installation benefits from the use of trenchless technology. Direct burial and horizontal directional drilling techniques...
Why the Oil and Gas Pipeline Industries are Eyeing Horizontal Directional Drilling
The oil and gas industry is a significant customer of piping construction and repair contractors, and the availability of HDD trenchless...
Trenchless Sewer Repair: To Trench or Not to Trench?
Whenever a sewer rehabilitation project is undertaken, the primary consideration is usually the cost factor. There are two options...
A Closer Look at Efficient Trenchless Dewatering Methods
If dewatering is not managed well, it can cause major problems and concerns for the project, leading to costly delays or even failure.
Cast Iron Plumbing: Cleaning and Repairing Tuberculation in Pipes
Tuberculation in pipes occurs in cast iron plumbing resulting in a brown slime buildup on the interior of the line. Here's how to fix it.
Oil and Gas Projects in 2020: How VR is Changing Trenchless Technology
Oil and Gas Projects in 2020 are changing due to VR and trenchless technology. Here's how.