Soil
Soil is one of the most important factors in trenchless projects, as it can determine what equipment and materials must be used. Understanding the soil conditions at your jobsite is vital for a successful project.
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,...
Job Role: Geotechnical Engineer
What a geotechnical engineer does, what it takes to become one and everything else you need to know about this dynamic role.
Hydro Excavation: Past, Present and Future
Today, the hydro excavation industry is certainly mainstream in North America. It is no longer questioned as whether or not it should be...
The Role of Hydrogeology in Trenchless Construction
Knowing the characteristics of groundwater near the drill site and understand how it can affect drilling operations is essential. Therefore...
How To Prevent Soil Heaving During Your Trenchless Project
Soil heaving during trenchless construction has the potential to cause extensive damage to various types of structures and infrastructure....
Bottom Hole Treatment Pressure: What It Means to Your Fracking Project
Bottom hole treating pressure, measured in the horizontal section of the well or at the bottom hole, must be sufficient enough to fracture...
Understanding Different Mechanical Wave Measurement Techniques and Why They're Studied
Mechanical waves are a non-destructive technique for gaining information about the underground conditions. Using carefully placed seismic...
An In-Depth Look at the Role of Drilling Fluid Systems in Trenchless Construction
Drilling fluid selection and management should start even before bidding on a job, as the quality of drilling mud can be the difference...
Testing In-Situ Stress: What You Need to Know and Why It Matters
Understanding the magnitude and nature of in-situ stresses is essential to help determine soil behavior and characteristics at the site...
Understanding Key Laboratory Testing Methods for Site Investigation
Soil investigation, both intrusive and laboratory testing, can be a life-saver in terms of cost and time. These tests help the contractor...
How These Top Geotechnical Investigation Trends Are Shaping the Future of Trenchless Technology
As technology advances, geotechnical investigation methods are becoming more advanced and more effective. Here are 5 trends in geotechnical...
The Geotechnical Investigation: Which Method Should We Use?
A geotechnical investigation is mostly done in an effort to identify the soils and ground conditions contractors will be working with. For...
Why a Detailed Geotechnical Report Means Success for Your Trenchless Project
A comprehensive geotechnical report is an all-important first step in the planning process to ensure that your trenchless project runs...
Soil Conditions and Auger Boring: 5 Things You Need to Know
Soil conditions can greatly affect your auger boring project. Be sure you carefully plan and you remember these tips when preparing for...
Getting Technical: Information Required in a Geotechnical Investigation Report
Much importance has been attributed to geotechnical reports, primarily because of their ability to steer a project in the right direction,...
What Is Trenchless Technology?
Trenchless technology is all about fixing and constructing underground structures without the use of surface level trenches. Learn how this...
Soil Types and How They Affect Trenchless Construction
Variations in soil and rock affect choices in design path, bit and bottom hole assembly, and machinery and mud selection. Soil is also...
Are Construction Traffic Diversions Necessary for Trenchless Projects?
Construction traffic diversions are often needed during conventional trenching, however, during trenchless projects, traffic may or may not...
Signs Your Borehole Is Losing Integrity
Borehole integrity is vital to the safety and success of a drilling project. There are several issues that can lead to borehole collapse...
