Boring

Latest Boring Articles

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  Drilling Fluid

  The Key Principles of Effective Solids Control

  Well-used drilling fluid will be full of unwanted solid content from the borehole after a drilling operation. The drilling fluid picks up all the soil and rock cuttings...

  By: Tabitha Mishra | Civil Engineer, Technical Content Writer

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  Horizontal Directional Drilling

  What is Horizontal Directional Drilling?

  What is Horizontal Directional Drilling?Horizontal directional drilling (HDD) has come a long way since it first came onto the trenchless scene in the 1970s. It offers a...

  By: Phil Kendon | Technical Writer @ Trenchlesspedia

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  Trenchless Construction

  Why Reamers Are Important to Trenchless Boring, Plus Available Types of Reamers

  Boring a hole is only the first step in a trenchless project. After the initial dig is complete, the hole must be enlarged to meet the project's demands. At this...

  By: Denise Sullivan | Technical Writer @ Trenchlesspedia

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  Trenchless Construction

  Planning a Bore For a Trenchless Project? Here Are 5 Important Factors to Consider

  Pipeline projects are slowly but surely turning the trenchless way because of its non-disruptive nature. Unlike with traditional trenching methods, highway and railway...

  By: Tabitha Mishra | Civil Engineer, Technical Content Writer

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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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  Trenchless Construction

  Guided Boring Machine Maintenance Checklist

  Every boring contractor wants their equipment to perform at its best. Efficient machinery means more efficient drives, faster job completion, fewer repairs, and, most of...

  By: Krystal Nanan | Civil Engineer

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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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  Horizontal Directional Drilling

  QUIZ: Think You Know HDD? Prove It!

  Horizontal direction drilling (HDD) is a minimal impact trenchless installation and construction method used to install several types of underground structures and...

  By: Krystal Nanan | Civil Engineer

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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

  Guided Boring Methods: Pilot Tube

  The pilot tube guided boring method is often used for the installation of cables, pipelines, or conduits in municipalities today. The boring equipment uses a guidance...

  By: Denise Sullivan | Technical Writer @ Trenchlesspedia

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  Boring

  Understanding the Importance of Wellbore Stability

  For the oil and gas industry, wellbore stability is of vital importance. The collapse of a well can cause damage to equipment, loss of oil supply, and pose a serious...

  By: Denise Sullivan | Technical Writer @ Trenchlesspedia