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  Horizontal Directional Drilling

  Why HDD Pullback Design and Planning Is Key

  Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) is often a preferred trenchless pipe installation approach. It is completed in multiple stages including pullback, where a large...

  By: Della Anggabrata | Civil Engineer

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  Horizontal Directional Drilling

  How Horizontal Drilling Rigs Work

  Horizontal directional drilling (HDD) is a commonly used trenchless installation method. This article discusses the rig components, the machine mechanism, typical...

  By: Della Anggabrata | Civil Engineer

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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

  Microtunneling Vs. Horizontal Directional Drilling: Understanding the Differences Between These Key Trenchless Methods

  Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) and microtunneling are trenchless pipeline installation techniques widely used for installing water, sewer, gas, electricity, and...

  By: Tabitha Mishra | Civil Engineer, Technical Content Writer

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  Horizontal Directional Drilling

  The Importance of Mud Recycling in HDD

  Horizontal directional drilling (HDD) is now widely used for installing underground utilities without trenching and is a method pipeline contractors vouch for more and...

  By: Tabitha Mishra | Civil Engineer, Technical Content Writer

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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

  Calculating Labor for Trenchless Projects

  In calculating labor costs for any trenchless project, there is one fact that trumps all others: Labor costs mount hourly. Overall, the cost of labor depends on how many...

  By: Will Carpenter

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  Trenchless Construction

  Top 5 Challenges Faced By Trenchless Technology Projects

  Many utility contractors are now utilizing trenchless technology as their main method of installation for services such as water, sewer or gas utility pipelines, or are...

  By: Tabitha Mishra | Civil Engineer, Technical Content Writer

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  Trenchless Construction

  How To Bid On That Trenchless City Project

  Earning a city contract can mean a steady flow of income for a company. However, winning that contract means pre-bidding meetings and putting together a bid package that...

  By: Denise Sullivan | Technical Writer @ Trenchlesspedia

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  Trenchless Construction

  The Right Drill Bit for Soft, Medium & Hard Ground Conditions

  The trenchless construction of underground structures and infrastructure is performed in diverse regions in various ground conditions. Generally, soils can be classified...

  By: Phil Kendon | 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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  Trenchless Construction

  Why Trenchless Technology is a Perfect Fit for Fiber Optic Cable Installation

  Fiber optic cables are the best choice for long-distance telecommunications and high-speed data connections. As the world continues to undergo a digital transformation,...

  By: Denise Sullivan | Technical Writer @ Trenchlesspedia