Vermeer - Thu December 05, 2024
Vermeer BorePlan Enhances HDD Planning, Execution, Documentation
Vermeer BorePlan is a new mobile application for horizontal directional drilling (HDD) contractors. This app streamlines the planning process, improves execution accuracy and simplifies project documentation....
Vermeer - Wed November 13, 2024
VIDEO: Vermeer Unveils D24 Horizontal Directional Drill, Marking New Era in Utility Installation
Vermeer's D24 horizontal directional drill (HDD) is the latest in utility installation equipment designed for urban contractors' evolving needs. This powerful 24,000-lb. (110-kN) class drill, replacing the D23x30 S3 in the Vermeer utility drill lineup, boasts a 100-hp (74.6-kW) Cat 3.6L Tier 4F/Stage V engine....
Denbow Co. - Wed October 30, 2024
VIDEO: Denbow Grows Into Underground Utility Force
A relatively unknown startup just over a decade ago, Austin-area-based Denbow Co. has grown into a stalwart Texas contractor entrusted with more than $100 million annually in underground utility contracts....
Vermeer - Mon September 23, 2024
Vermeer Introduces Compact, Efficient MX150 Mixing System
Efficient mixing of drilling fluid is crucial for horizontal directional drilling (HDD) operations. The new Vermeer MX150 mixing system offers contractors a compact, powerful solution designed to optimize productivity in tight spaces....
Vermeer - Tue April 30, 2024
Mary Andringa of Vermeer Named to HDDA Hall of Fame 2024 Class
Mary Andringa, the chair emerita of Vermeer Corporation, has been inducted into the notable Horizontal Directional Drilling Association (HDDA) Hall of Fame Class of 2024. This honor acknowledges individuals whose pioneering work and significant contributions have made a lasting impact on the horizontal directional drilling (HDD) industry....
Vermeer - Mon October 09, 2023
Vermeer QuickLock Epoxy Thread-Locking Compound for Horizontal Directional Drills
The Vermeer QuickLock two-part epoxy thread-locking compound stabilizes threaded connections between the drive chuck and sub saver of a horizontal directional drill (HDD). It cures in as little as one hour, instead of the industry-standard 24-hour period, so HDD crews can get back to drilling quickly after swapping out the sub saver....
Vermeer - Thu October 05, 2023
Vermeer Launches Mix Master HD Reamers
The Vermeer Mix Master HD (MXHD) reamers are a new solution for opening horizontal directional drilling (HDD) boreholes in sandy loam, sticky clay and other reactive ground conditions. These reamers have a unique design that directs fluid to the cutting teeth where it is needed, maintaining bore integrity and hydrating the bore path and cutting teeth....
American Augers - Wed September 27, 2023
Newly Designed Maxi-Rig Directional Drill from American Augers Maximizes Productivity, Uptime to Meet Today's Jobsite Needs
Horizontal directional drill (HDD) operators can improve their jobsite uptime and meet a variety of new jobsite requirements with the new DD600 maxi-rig directional drill from American Augers. Replacing American Auger's DD440T, the DD600 was designed with customer-focused features to enhance the power and performance of the current industry standard in HDD maxi rigs....
Ditch Witch - Wed July 12, 2023
Ditch Witch Enters Agreement With Heavy Equipment Colleges of America to Offer HDD Training
Careers in horizontal directional drilling can be lucrative and fulfilling and are needed and perhaps most importantly, available. A lack of qualified operators is a major pain point for HDD companies around the world....
CEG - Tue May 17, 2022
Safety, Precision Spur Superior Pipeline Success
Superior Pipeline Services (SPS) has been a successful contractor in Fort Worth and the surrounding area for more than 20 years, and the company is growing because of its willingness and ability to adapt....
