National Driller articles from August 2004

National Driller archives from August 2004

Over the transom.(For Openers)
August 1, 2004... Hydraulic Fracturing Cleared Perhaps closer to not-bad news than good news: [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has published a final report summarizing a study to evaluate the potential threat to...

No bidding allowed: "trust-marketing" is the way to go with people like me.(Smart Business)
August 1, 2004... A recent survey by Opinion Research Corporation on behalf of the SCOTT Rags in a Box business uncovered these top three complaints about contractors from respondents who had used an outside contractor at their homes within the last few years:...

Coming events.(Calendar)
August 1, 2004... JULY 31-Aug. 3 South Atlantic Well Drillers Jubilee Myrtle Beach, S.C. Phone: 540-740-3329 www.well-drillers.com AUGUST 20-23 GeoExpo 2004 Florence, Italy E-mail: secretariat.geoexpo@32igc.org SEPTEMBER...

Single-phase electrical components.(Tech Topics)
August 1, 2004... During the next few months, we will focus on the electrical side of pumped water systems. We'll start by looking at the components in two-wire and three-wire single-phase systems, explaining the purpose, function and options available for each....

Fabco Power's Hydraulic DC Welder/AC Generator.(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... Fabco Power's Hydraulic DC Welder/AC Generator is a compact combined system. Two generators in one smart package. This unit is rated at 240 amps, 6000 watts AC. You need 11 GPM, at 2500 PSI to operate this unit. Can do it all when and where...

Cotey well cleaning brush!(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... * This unique brush is designed to be used with Cotey Chemical's well cleaning products. * Is an all purpose brush for use in all types of casing and screen. * Can be used on a cable or pipe. * Is self cleaning--allows scale particles to flush...

Small Diameter Hardfacing Wire Offered.(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... Small Diameter Hardfacing Wire Offered. HARDERN-Helle CRC2, a high chromium hardfacing wire, now is available in 0.045-inch diameter. With lower current and amperage requirements. It is a potent alloy against severe abrasion. It produces a...

GROUT-WELL[R] and GROUT-WELL[R] DF.(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... GROUT-WELL[R] and GROUT-WELL[R] DF are one step bentonite grouting materials designed to achieve low permeability seals in water wells, monitor wells, geotechnical borings, and heat pump holes. They achieve a range of solids contents, 17% to...

CETCO's Geothermal Grout[TM].(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... CETCO's Geothermal Grout[TM] is a specialty blend of high solids bentonite that can be mixed with sand in a 2-part thermally conductive grout--Carefully developed to heighten the performance of ground source heat loop applications. Easy to mix...

The next generation in PVC Well Casing from the industry leader--Certa-Lok[TM].(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... The next generation in PVC Well Casing from the industry leader--Certa-Lok[TM] PVC Well Casing utilizes Certain Teed's field-proven spline-locking design to form a full-strength joint instantly in all weather conditions, without the need for...

SIMCO 2800HS(HT).(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... SIMCO 2800HS(HT)-- This compact, versatile drill rig is ideal for drilling geothermal bore holes and shallow water wells (4-8" bore holes, 200-300 ft.). Typically mounted on an F550 4X4, this PTO powered, all hydraulic rig gets in and out of...

Drills with Grouped Hammer and Bit Design.(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... Drills with Grouped Hammer and Bit Design -- New Full Face drills from Halco America Inc. offer a grouped hammer and bit design. Designed for performance and flexibility, they range from 20 inches to 72 inches in diameter and operate with...

Geoprobe[R] Model 6620DT.(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... Geoprobe[R] Model 6620DT -- The newest subsurface probing machine from Geoprobe[R] Systems was designed with a new, heavy-duty undercarriage and wider tracks. This robust, new design allows the machine to carry more tools and adds more power...

Rotary Drilling Equipment, Inc. and Driltech Mission.(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... Rotary Drilling Equipment, Inc. and Driltech Mission have taken the T25KW to a new level of productivity. The new and improved 2004 model has many new features. The most noticeable are fold-up walkways and platforms; timing sprockets; expanded...

The Big Beaver is ideal for soil sampling in areas inaccessible to truck-mounted rigs.(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... The Big Beaver is ideal for soil sampling in areas inaccessible to truck-mounted rigs. An 18 or 20 hp hydraulic power source produces up to 485 ft. lbs. of torque at the drill, driving a 6" diameter auger up to 100' deep, depending on soil...

Baroid IDP is pleased to announce that N-SEAL[TM] acid soluble lost circulation material is now NSF/ANSI Standard 60 Certified.(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... Baroid IDP is pleased to announce that N-SEAL[TM] acid soluble lost circulation material is now NSF/ANSI Standard 60 Certified. N-SEAL material promotes hole stability by aiding in the reduction or elimination of mud losses to the formation as...

We have the cure for an upset stomach!(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... JUST PAINT YOUR ATLAS CASING HAMMER PEPTO PINK--AND ALL OF YOUR DRILLING PROBLEMS SEEM TO DISAPPEAR! [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Call the Atlas Factory Toll-Free: 866.338.5090 Call Atlas' USA Rep: Fostco, Inc.: 800.922.3765 ...

Schramm is now offering a hands-free, innovative rod handling system.(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... Schramm is now offering a hands-free, innovative rod handling system as an optional accessory to their line of Rotadrill drilling rigs. The KL Rod Hander is designed to offer reliable, safe and efficient rod loading from the ground, rod rack or...

Bit Brokers International.(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... BIT BROKERS INTERNATIONAL has exported quality products to drillers in 34 countries for over 10 years. Their tricone hole openers are built to specification and they can quote hole openers with new/unused surplus or rebuilt steel tooth or TCI,...

Rig Source, Inc..... we are a new alternative to the Drilling Industry!(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... Rig Source, Inc..... we are a new alternative to the Drilling Industry! Need a Company who can work with you to accomplish your goals? Call Rig Source Inc. toll free at 1-877-365-1649. We will help you with equipment options whether you need to...

Divertech Pneumatic Diverter.(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... Divertech Pneumatic Diverter is used to divert drill cuttings away from the drill rig. The flow-through boot expands from the Divertech spool to form a seal against the ground, allowing cuttings to be diverted through the flow line. A compact...

Well Jetting System.(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... Well Jetting System. New from Kyle Equipment Co, is this well jetting system. The jetting tool itself has a self-rotating head and is capable of up to 3,000 psi and up to 65 gpm. With its optional nozzles and adjustable centralizer it can be...

The 50K has equipment options to handle several types of drilling methods.(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... The 50K has equipment options to handle several types of drilling methods. Customize with options such as casing hammer packages, mud pumps, etc. Standard features include a single pipe loader, six pod carousel, pipe spinner, 1,000/350 air...

VERTEK Digital Cone Penetrometers.(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... VERTEK Digital Cone Penetrometers. Turnkey systems, including cone, data acquisition, cables, and acquisition, processing, and graphing software, expand the capabilities of most drill rigs. Digital technology allows configuration of multiple...

Drill Technology.(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... Drill Technology The Versa-Drill model V-1555 has been engineered to increase maximum drill performance with a decreased overall weight. With a combined weight less than 50,000 pounds, the V-1555 features a 55,000-pound pullback,...

The above 8 7/8" IR380 is an example of one of the many high quality DTH bits manufactered by Percussion Bit & Tool.(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... The above 8 7/8" IR380 is an example of one of the many high quality DTH bits manufactered by Percussion Bit & Tool. Bits range in size from 3 1/2" to 12 1/4" in a variety of shanks & styles. For more information, please visit our website at...

The ChemGrout Geothermal Series offers the most versatile grout plant in the industry.(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... The ChemGrout Geothermal Series offers the most versatile grout plant in the industry. Use of materials includes thermally enhanced bentonites, polymer/granular bentonites, geothermal grouts and neat cements. All can be pumped by using just one...

Self-locking/reciprocating pump.(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... Self-locking/reciprocating pump features vacuum seal below static level in 4" to 12" casings without sucker rod or drop line. Provides excellent well-cleanout, aquifer development and/or screen restoration in new/old wells, resulting in...

Water Pressure Booster System.(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... Water Pressure Booster System. Davey USA's new HS multi-stage, pressure-booster system is controlled by the Hydrascan, providing constant and high-pressure water flow. It is engineered to achieve a strong, even flow to improve the performance...

Adedge Technologies has introduced.(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... Adedge Technologies has introduced a range of Bayoxide E/AD33 (granular ferric oxide) based arsenic removal products for residential, commercial and small water system treatment applications including new Medallion Series whole house arsenic...

SandHandler[TM] pumps feature unique hydraulics.(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... SANDHANDLER[TM] PUMPS FEATURE UNIQUE HYDRAULICS JBD'S line of JACUZZ[R] SandHandler[TM] submersible pumps feature unique hydraulics that improve efficiency and minimize wear even when pumping abrasives like sand. All SandHandler[TM] pumps carry...

"T & T Carbide has custom built hole-openers for their customers Worldwide for 26 years.(Product & Literature Library)
August 1, 2004... "T & T Carbide has custom built hole-openers for their customers Worldwide for 26 years. Whether you need new or rebuilt TCI or steel tooth bit cutters, sealed bearing or regular bearing, T & T Carbide will give you a very competitive quote....

EPA and Mexico sign air and water program.(Legislative Update)
August 1, 2004... U.S. EPA administrator Mike Leavitt and Secretary of Mexico's Federal Agency of the Environment and Natural Resources Alberto Cardenas Jimenez announced bi-national efforts to improve air and water quality along the U.S.--Mexico border. As part...

Senate approves nuclear cleanup changes.(Legislative Update)
August 1, 2004... The U.S. Senate recently agreed to alleviate cleanup requirements for tanks of nuclear waste left over from decades of producing plutonium and highly enriched uranium for nuclear weapons. A 1982 law requires that all waste from such...

Statewide water plan recommended.(Legislative Update)
August 1, 2004... The state of Massachusetts is developing a new water conservation policy to set new limitations on ground water withdrawals from stressed basins. The policy will recommend an extensive assessment of the health of rivers, new water...

Water 2025 grants awarded.(Legislative Update)
August 1, 2004... Interior Secretary Gail Norton has awarded more than $4 million to 19 projects worth $39 million in 10 western states under the Water 2025 Program. California received $915,000, which will go toward $14 million in projects expected to save...

Bill endorsed for perchlorate cleanup.(Legislative Update)
August 1, 2004... The U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee recently endorsed a $4 million payment to the Department of Defense for removing perchlorate contamination in inland and southern California cities. The $4 million, part of the 2025 defense spending...

Water infrastructure bill passed.(Legislative Update)
August 1, 2004... The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee approved the Water Infrastructure Financing Act that would authorize $41.25 billion over five years for drinking water and wastewater infrastructure and program implementation. The...

Geotech drilling and seismic risk prevention in Romania.(Project Profile)
August 1, 2004... The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) recently purchased a drill rig and donated it for use in a large technical cooperation project in Romania. The project involved geotechnical investigation and earthquake prevention engineering....

Lead in water: an old enemy gets new press.(Guest Column)
August 1, 2004... Most of the U.S. public is well educated on the effects of lead in the human body--particularly its effects on young children. With the ongoing Washington, D.C. lead saga continually in our nation's news, it is only appropriate to discuss...

Sitting 'round the table--part 1: National Driller talks to four drilling contractors about their take on industry issues.
August 1, 2004... One of the benefits of going to tradeshows is the opportunity to catch up with friends and colleagues, to swap tales and talk business. Earlier this year, in conjunction with the Michigan Ground Water Association's (MGWA) annual convention,...

Gregg drilling's Salton Sea lakebed project.
August 1, 2004... California's largest lake, the Salton Sea, once flourished as a sport-fishing and recreational area as well as a habitat for endangered wildlife. Now, it quickly is turning into a pungent-smelling, desolate lake, dying from enemies such as...

Well treatment techniques: restoring yield and reducing sand pumping.
August 1, 2004... Many wells experience continuing reduction in yield throughout their service lives. Sand pumping often creates expensive operation and maintenance problems. In the past, loss of well yield and/or sand pumping was tolerated until continued...

McPherson thrives in gas market.
August 1, 2004... Ron McPherson, owner/operator of McPherson Drilling LLC, in Sycamore, Kan., has that calm, confident and pragmatic demeanor that one would expect from an experienced drilling contractor enjoying the twilight of his career. Having pretty much...

Bringing safe and potable water to the world.
August 1, 2004... Approximately 1.2 billion people worldwide lack access to clean drinking water, according to Abu Zeid, head of the World Water Council at the 1998 UN International Conference on Water and Sustainable Development held in Paris. Other more recent...

FGWA stresses education.
August 1, 2004... The Florida Ground Water Association (FGWA) held its 2004 convention and trade show May 13-15, at the Sheraton World Resort in Orlando. The convention's theme, "Promoting Professionalism through Education," was backed up by the event's offering...

Largest-ever membrane filtration process.
August 1, 2004... The Conne River Micmac First Nation community in the Canadian province of Newfoundland has an on-reserve population of approximately 700 people. The reserve is located on the southeast shore of Newfoundland on the Conne River. The reserve...

Critical path drilling.(The World According to Wayne)
August 1, 2004... We all know that bit-on-bottom time is what makes rigs money. This means that if you're drilling and making productive hole, you're probably making money. The problem is there are a lot of steps to a successful completion other than just...

Drilling confirms: next ice age a ways away.
August 1, 2004... Secrets of the Earth's past climate locked in a nearly 2-mile-long Antarctic ice core recently have been revealed. The core from Dome C, high on East Antarctica's plateau, contains snowfall from the last 740,000 years and is by far the oldest...

What a shock--and sharing history.(Porky's Hole Thoughts)
August 1, 2004... A few weeks ago, we received a call and the person asked for me, so Bess handed me the phone. The person on the phone says. "This is George E. Failing..."--what a shock! I say, "Yeah, right" because I knew that George E. had passed on many...

Rig with push/Probe capabilities.(Product Info)
August 1, 2004... SIMCO's 2400 Drillteam Probe is a compact drill rig combined with direct push/probing capabilities. Its auger drilling function provides 2,000-plus foot-pounds of torque, offers a 74-inch stroke mast, swing-out drillhead and hoisting winch, and...

Back-up alarm.(Product Info)
August 1, 2004... Superior Signals Inc. introduces the 2200 Series Safe-T-Alert back-up alarm. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Available with wire leads only, the system operates from 12 VDC to 24 VDC and has a decibel rating of 107 dB. Safe-T-Alert alarms can...

Rotary deck bushing.(Product Info)
August 1, 2004... Drill Pro introduces the All-In-One rotary deck bushing, ball-bearing rotating extended inner bushing with a rotating dust deflector, available for all models of top-drive drills. This product has been created to provide drill rig operators...

Septic Tank Filter.(Product Info)
August 1, 2004... The Deluxe/Commercial Septic Tank Filter from Zoeller is designed to improve the performance of septic systems and help protect lateral fields from clogging. One hundred percent of the filter area is below the outlet; therefore 100 percent of...

PVC drop pipe.(Product Info)
August 1, 2004... Certain Teed's Certa-Lok PVC drop pipe offers a non-threaded, corrosion-resistant, ready-to-use coupling/spline-locking design; the joint eliminates the need to constantly rotate the drop pipe for assembly and disassembly. Available in sizes 1...

Catalog for backflow preventers.(Product Info)
August 1, 2004... Danfoss-Flomatic has released a revised four-color condensed catalog featuring its unleaded backflow preventers. The literature gives an overview of the backflow program with flow curves and dimensions. These backflow preventers are designed to...

Coated bentonite tablets and alternative bentonite sealants.(Drilling Fluids)
August 1, 2004... Coated bentonite tablets have been established as a definite player in well grouting selection. These tablets are compressed bentonite covered by a food-grade coating. The purpose of this coating is to delay hydration and prevent bridging...

Ransom Pump acquires a new Smeal.(Trading Post)
August 1, 2004... This 2004 Smeal 6T pump hoist, mounted on 2004 Ford F450, has been purchased by Ransom Pump & Supply Inc., located in Ramona, Calif. The sale was made by Christian Bogan of Western Hydro/Pumps Corp. Shown with the Smeal derrick are (l-r):...

Armstrong Drilling takes home a Kyle.(Trading Post)
August 1, 2004... Joe Armstrong (r), of Armstrong Drilling Inc. Burlington, Ind., receives his 8K Evolution pump hoist from Kyle Equipment Co. This unit is mounted on a Ford F-550 4-by-4 and features 8,000-pound pulling capacity, 400-degree rotation and a hook...

Unimin Corp. buys another Flatwater Fleet.(Trading Post)
August 1, 2004... Unimin Corp., Ottawa, Ill., has purchased its second RTT-Rig Tender from Flatwater Fleet Inc. Mounted on a 295-HP 2003 GMC TC7500, this 800-gallon unit features internal coating, a stowable work bench, 50-foot auto spring-rewind fuel reel,...

Higgins sells to Furnari.(Trading Post)
August 1, 2004... Sal Furnari, National Testing, Stanton Island, N.Y., bought this 1994 Simco 2800 HSHT from the Higgins Rig Co. of Hodgenville, Ky. The Simco is mounted on a 1994 Ford F-450 with a power stroke diesel. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Economy obtains third Flatwater Fleet.(Trading Post)
August 1, 2004... Elmer Glade (l), of Economy Well Service, Crown Point, Ind., takes delivery of his third RST-Rig Supplier from former Flatwater Fleet Inc. president, Les Evjen. This 2,500-gallon unit is equipped with a 10-ton front winch, 2-inch water pump,...

GEFco N.E. delivers to Sargent Artesian Wells.(Trading Post)
August 1, 2004... Sargent Artesian Wells, Fairlee, Vt., proudly accepts delivery from GEFco N.E. Pictured from left to right: Rocky Milano, GEFco N.E. regional manager, Jared Cook, and Timmy, Abby, Lisa and Chaz Hinsley. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

SEMCO delivers two pump hoists.(Trading Post)
August 1, 2004... SEMCO Inc., Lamar, Colo., delivers two pump hoists--an S6000 and an S15,000--at the Pacific Northwest Show in Portland, Ore. Shown above are Charlie Coots and Jeremy Carlson of Holt Drilling Inc., Milton, Wash. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

North American Drilling works with higgins.(Trading Post)
August 1, 2004... Higgins Rig Co., Hodgenville, Ky., sold this 1983 Ingersoll-Rand TH60 to Tom Anderson of North American Drilling, Pioneertown, Calif. Anderson's rig is mounted on an International Paystar 5000. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Whitewater rafting in Athens.(NewScope)
August 1, 2004... For the third time since this event was introduced to the Olympic Games, ITT Industries' Flygt pumps will be used to power water around a white water rafting course. The company's pumps provided the rapids for the last two summer Games in Spain...

Bestolife tabs Townsend.(NewScope)
August 1, 2004... Bestolife Corp. announces the appointment of Jim Townsend to the position of sales manager. Townsend has been in the drilling and supplies business for 32 years, the past 10 with Bestolife. He will work out of the company's Dallas headquarters...

Sandvik adds dealers.(NewScope)
August 1, 2004... Sandvik Mining and Construction (SMC), a worldwide supplier of drilling, excavation, crushing and screening machinery, equipment and tools for the mining and construction industries, announces the signing of H & E Equipment Service and...

David Kill is McEllhiney Lecturer.(NewScope)
August 1, 2004... Strategies to design and construct a more efficient water well often will require a rethinking of basic development methods, says David Kill--the National Groundwater Association's newest McEllhiney Distinguished Lecturer. Kill--a regional...