National Driller articles from June 2002

National Driller archives from June 2002

Health, competition and little white balls. (For Openers).(American Journal of Epidemiology to publish study linking plain water to preventing coronary heart disease)
June 1, 2002... The results of a study to be published in the American Journal of Epidemiology reveal that drinking high amounts of plain water is as important as exercise, diet or not smoking in preventing coronary heart disease. If you're in the business of...

The fundamentals of pumped water systems: submersible pump cable splicing.
June 1, 2002... Splicing submersible pump cable is part and parcel of every submersible pump installation, because every submersible pump installation has at. least one splice -- between the motor leads and the pump cable. Although it sometimes is necessary to...

Drilling fluids workshop. (Newscope).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The "Advanced Drilling Fluids & Recycling Practices for the River Crossing Industry" workshop will take place June 13 at the Derrick Equipment Co. in Houston. This daylong workshop, sponsored by CETCO and Derrick, will focus' on reducing total...

Widest cable-stayed bridge in the world. (Project Profile).(new bridge to span Mississippi River in downtown St. Louis area)
June 1, 2002... For decades, a major transportation need in the St. Louis metropolitan region has been a new bridge crossing the Mississippi River in the downtown St. Louis area. Much of the recent growth of the region has occurred in the Illinois counties...

Drilling proposal rejected. (Legislature Update).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The U.S. Senate recently voted 54-46 to reject a proposal to open part of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) in Alaska to oil exploration. Senate Republicans needed 60 votes to break a Democrat led filibuster of an amendment, introduced...

EPA revises coliform standard. (Legislature Update).(Environmental Protection Agency)
June 1, 2002... Based on a detailed review of 69 existing drinking water standards, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposes to revise its standard for coliform bacteria in drinking water. Coliform bacteria in water may indicate...

Rural well exemption. (Legislature Update).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The Washington Supreme Court has ruled against a common use of a state water law exemption that makes rural property development easier. The exemption allows a single well to draw as much as 5,000 gallons of water per day without a water-right...

Bill provides water protection. (Legislature Update).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The National Homeland Security and Combating Terrorism Act of 2002, soon to be introduced in the U.S. Senate, calls for a new structure to protect the country from terrorism, including attacks on water and wastewater facilities. The bill...

Brownfields legislation passes. (Legislature Update).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The U.S. Senate and Public Works Committee recently passed the brownfields assistance bill, "The Brownfield Site Redevelopment Assistance Act." The bill would allow the Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration to provide...

Chemicals used in water well rehabilitation -- part 2.
June 1, 2002... Polymer dispersants are chemical products that block the attraction of positive and negative forces that result in the formation of crystals, granules, deposits and colloidal masses. Polymeric dispersants are synthetic polymers designed or...

How much is your business worth? The real value of a drilling business is its know-how, know-who and reputation.
June 1, 2002... Once or twice a year, I get a call from some trade contractor's accountant asking for guidance on evaluating the worth of his client's business. Usually it's because the contractor is looking to sell the business either to retire or do...

Video inspection system. (Product Info).
June 1, 2002... Tool-Vu from Nature Vision Inc. is a portable, self-contained video inspection system for completing difficult tasks in tight-squeeze, hard-to-see and low-light situations. Tool-Vu's miniature CCD camera has a built-in on/off infrared light...

Drillhead. (Product Info).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... SIMCO Drilling Equipments new high-torque/high-speed drillhead for 2800 HS(HT) has a maximum torque of 7,485 foot-pounds and a maximum speed of 0 to 670 rpm. The hydrostatic drive is designed to provide precise, fingertip control in all...

Monitoring well. (Product Info).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Eight-inch monitoring wells offered by CP Test Services-VALVCO Inc. new have an improve three-bolt design that helps eliminate ground water infiltration. The wells also feature a heavy-duty cast iron lid and collar, and they are certified by an...

Downhole drill. (Product Info).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Ingersoll-Rand's new Total Depth downhold drill (DHD) is engineered for performance and reliability. It comes in two configurations -- TD60 and TD65. Best for large blastholes and high-production rotary drills, the TD60 and TD65 drill holes...

Unleaded backflow preventers. (Product Info).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Danfoss-Flomatic recently received approval from The Foundation for Cross-Connection Control and Hydraulic Research at the University of Southern California for the 6-inch RPZ and DCV. The new 6-inch double check has a flange to flange...

Self-contained coring unit. (Product Info).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The new PowerCore Asphalt and Concrete Coring System from AMS Inc. is a self-contained unit that includes a generator, water tank, frame, manual outriggers and a high-speed drill. It fits inside a full, compact pickup truck or trailer mount....

NEWWA Expo gets positive reaction.(New England Water Well Association)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... There may have been a bitter breeze blowing outside, but the reception drillers gave the New England Water Well Association's (NEWWA) annual New England Water Well Expo was anything but chilly. The Expo, held March 22-2 3 at the Best Western...

Water security request denied. (Legislative Update).(Bush Administration denies U.S. Army Corps of Engineers's request for funds to increase security at reservoirs)
June 1, 2002... The Bush Administration recently decided not to take action on a request for $150 million for increased security at reservoirs, locks and dams from coast to coast. According to the Associated Press, The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers asked...

EPA drafts new mining rules. (Legislative Update).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The EPA recently drafted new rules that would let mining companies dump waste from mountaintop coal mining operations into rivers and streams. The proposed rules are aimed at lifting regulations prohibiting mining companies from disposing...

Farm Bill agreement reached. (Legislative Update).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Negotiators for the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives recently reached an agreement on the Farm Bill. The bill, which is officially titled "The Agriculture, Conservation, and Rural Enhancement Act of 2002," will be reviewed again and a...

Senate infrastructure bill rescheduled. (Legislative Update).(legislation reauthorizing Safe Drinking Water Act and Clean Water Act will increase financing of infrastructure projects)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The legislation would reauthorize both the Safe Drinking Water Act and the Clean Water Act and boost the laws' major revolving loan accounts to fund infrastructure projects by billions of dollars. Lawmakers also haven't decided on new criteria...

Senate passes energy bill. (Legislative Update).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The Democratic-led Senate approved legislation to carry out the first major overhaul of U.S. energy policy in a decade, with greater focus on alternative fuels and energy conservation. The Senate bill, which includes $14 billion in tax breaks...

Hammer and bit trends -- part 1: suppliers check in with reports from the field.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Drillers aren't a terribly picky lot. When it comes to their hammers and bits and tricones, they primarily are looking for two things -- speed and dependability. The product category that appears to offer the most potential for gains in those...

USGS maps arsenic concentrations. (Newsscope).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Arsenic in ground water is largely the result of minerals dissolving from weathered rocks and soils. Several types of cancer have been linked to arsenic in water. In 2001, the Environmental Protection Agency lowered the maximum level of arsenic...

Drilling pioneer dies. (Newscope).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Robert Collins, a pioneer and leader in the drilling industry, recently passed away. With his brother Wayne Robert bought Gus Pech Mfg. Co from his father W.O. Collins, in 1950. Robert bought Wayne's portion of the business and it was...

CSDA leadership team. (Newscope).(The Concrete Sawing and. Drilling Association)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The Concrete Sawing and. Drilling Association (CSDA) elected new officers and board members at its 30th annual convention back in March. Current CSDA officers President Roger Allen Dimas USA Grandview, Mo. Vice...

AWWA's convention. (Newscope).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The theme for this year's annual conference and exhibition of the American Water Works Association is "Your Bridge to the Future." The event takes place June. 15-20 at the Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, and promises to offer valuable...

A pump company acquisition. (Newscope).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Sta-Rite Industries has acquired Aermoter Pumps Inc. of Conway, Ark. Sta-Rite, which is headquartered in Delaven, Wis., purchased the company from GSW Inc., a manufacturer of durable goods and products based in Ontario. Aermotor brings to...

Groundwater Foundation seeks awards nominations. (Newscope).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The Groundwater Foundation, a national nonprofit organization' dedicated to educating the public about the nature and value of ground water, is accepting nominations for its three national awards. These awards honor those individuals who create...

Cornhusker Drillers awarded. (Newscope).(The Nebraska Well Drillers Association)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The Nebraska Well Drillers Association is the recipient the 2002 Don Nelson Festival Service Award. Recipients of the Nelson Award demonstrate long-term commitment to the Festival and a willingness to go "above and beyond the call of duty" in...

A waste of drinking water. (Newscope).(Mexico City loses almost 42% of its drinking water due to leaks in the system)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Of the 94 gallons of water provided per day for each inhabitant of Mexico City, 39 gallons (nearly 42%) are lost through leaks in the system. For people living in many of the city's neighborhoods, the water supply already is a problem, because...

Stand out and succeed: differentiation is a key to contractor prosperity.
June 1, 2002... A lack of differentiation is the plague of the contractor, regardless of type or size. Even in structured focus sessions, contractor management is hard pressed to say why their company is any different from their competition. Contractors...

Ground water level monitoring - part 1.
June 1, 2002... Ground water is one of the nation's most important natural resources is the principal source of drinking water for about 50 percent of the United States population, providing approximately 96 percent of the water used for rural domestic...

Notifications, updates and reviews offered.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... A while back, I wrote that the drilling industry needs a school to help train drillers and bring the next generation up to speed. That piece caused me to get a lot of e-mail and quite a few phone calls. It seems I have missed or forgotten...

Meadow fixes it right the first time.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Those pessimistic individuals amongst us claim that the minute we're born, we start dying. Sadly, the same can be said about your equipment -- the moment it leaves the manufacturer's plant, it begins down the road to the scrap heap. However,...

Drilling fluids for difficult drilling.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Many people in the drilling industry are aware of the benefits of using bentonite drilling mud. Sometimes, though, they are not aware of the various types of bentonite products on the market. We often are asked what other products are...

When business is slow.
June 1, 2002... Why be concerned about slow times when business is good? Actually, that is exactly when you want to be preparing for fluctuations in business -- during the good times, when you have resources and time to plan for changes. Whether a downturn is...

Bottler donates water. (Newscope).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Residents in Mendon, Mass., who have water contaminated with lead soon will be able to pick up free bottled water from the Miscoe Springs company. Residents requested lead tests on private wells were after high levels of lead were found in...

He's in the money. (Newscope).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Caption: Triple Nickel Cash winner, Graham Allyn (right) of Louis E. Allyn & Sons, East Canaan, Conn., accepts a prize of $555 from D&L Thomas Equipment president Dave Thomas at this year's New England Water Well Association Expo in...

Godwin inaugurates new office. (Newscope).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Godwin Pumps, a manufacturer of portable rental pumps worldwide, recently opened a Southeast regional office and rental branch in Charlotte, N.C. "With the opening of the Charlotte office, we reinforce our commitment to tour customers and...

Horizontal environmental wells - part 1.
June 1, 2002... Since the late 1980s, directional drilling has been successfully modified and applied to environmental problems. Government and industry technology developers worked diligently to develop new approaches to access the subsurface for...

Naturally occurring metals in ground water.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The occurrence of metals in ground water often is an unwelcome surprise -- both at sites of known contamination and in drinking water wells located far away from any known source of contamination. Almost all metals are present naturally at...

Clearwater boosts its DTH production. (Project Profile).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Since 1972, Clearwater Water Well Drilling has been installing water wells for customers all across the state of Maine. Throughout the years, Clearwater has become all too familiar with the hard granite formations that Maine is famous for and...

Constant water pressure. (Product Showcase: Pumps).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The SmartFlo submersible constant water pressure system from Grundfos is designed for 3-inch or larger wells. An SQE pump, the CU301 Control Unit and a pressure sensor comprise the system, and are installed with a 2-gallon pressure tank. The...

Top discharge pumps. (Product Showcase: Pumps).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The KZN-Series top discharge pumps are designed for heavy-duty sand, sludge and slurry dewatering. They feature durable, wear-resistant, high chromium steel impellers, agitators and large silicon carbide mechanical seals (dual seals). Internal...

Skinny pump. (Product Showcase: Pumps).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The Aermotor "SL" Slim Line Series is designed to be installed in 4-inch wells where casing conditions limit the maximum diameter of the pump. With a maximum diameter of 3.75 inches, the Aermotor Slim Line Series is the right fit. Available in...

Convertible jet pump. (Product Showcase: Pumps).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The model HSJ multi-stage convertible jet pump from Goulds Pumps. is specifically intended for homes, farms, cottages and booster service. This corrosion-resistant pump is designed to deliver high capacities at greater pressures. It features a...

Dependable delivery. (Product Showcase: Pumps).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Sta-Rite's Signature 2000 submersibles are a suitable contractor choice for dependable freshwater delivery. Hours-long "run-dry" capability allows a Signature 2000 to handle a water table drop or surging well without suffering permanent damage...

Remediation pump. (Product Showcase: Pumps).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Geotech has introduced the Auto-Reclaimer, which is designed to pump floating hydrocarbons, leachate and condensate in total fluids applications. The Auto-Reclaimer is operated automatically and needs no controller. Everything needed to operate...

Centrifugal pumps. (Product Showcase: Pumps).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... PACO Type LF frame-mounted, single-stage end suction centrifugal pumps are designed and built for compactness, high performance, durability and versatility of application. Their heavy frames, shafts and ball bearings help these pumps perform...

Submersible pumps. (Product Showcase: Pumps).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The "GS" (stainless steel) series of submersible pumps from Pompco Inc. are built with precision to help provide high output. These pumps include an internal check valve and the top bearing is injection molded' in polypoprylene plus fiber, with...

Slim pump. (Product Showcase: Pumps).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... S310 Model pump from Hydra-Tech Pumps Inc. is a super slim line 3.1-inch diameter pump for use in blast holes, wells, vaults or any other tight spaces. It has a maximum flow of 68 gpm and a maximum head of 140 feet. Hydraulic input is 5 gpm...

Deep well pumps. (Product Showcase: Pumps).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Available in 18- and 25-gpm sizes, the ST/SB series deep well pumps from Monarch industries provide fresh water from 4-inch diameter drilled wells, to a maximum 350-foot depth. The ST series includes an engineered thermoplastic discharge head...

Stainless steel pumps. (Product Showcase: Pumps).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Crown Pump has off-the-shelf delivery on Cast 316 stainless steel pumps and parts. Models range from 4 inches through 10 inches, 5 Hp through 200 Hp, and are all NSF-61 certified. Crown's sales staff eagerly awaits to serve you. Crown Pump, ...

Water system. (Product Showcase: Pumps).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Flint & Walling introduces the Commander Pro-75 Constant Pressure System. There are four new complete constant pressure systems specifically engineered for use with the New Franklin Sub-Drive 75 controller. The systems offer flows from 3.5 gpm...

High head effluent pumps. (Product Showcase: Pumps).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Zoelier introduces its "Dose-Mate" 152 and 153 series high head effluent pumps. The 152 series 4/10-HP pump delivers up to 38 feet of vertical lift and up to 69 gpm. The 153 series 1/2-HP pump delivers up to 44 feet of vertical lift and up to...

Improved pump line. (Product Showcase: Pumps).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Myers has enhanced its 4-inch pump line by introducing a new of Rustler pumps. This line has the same handling capabilities (flow capacities from 5 gpm to 25 gpm) as the previous Rustler pumps, except with enhanced features. Some of the new...

Windmill pumps. (Product Showcase: Pumps).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The Heller-Aller windmill pumps are designed to pump well or cistern water to a depth of 300 feet. The Heller-Aller model 50L two-way and model 660 (shown) three-way pump give the customer the option of a water supply at the pump or to another...

High-flow 4-inch submersible pumps. (Product Showcase: Pumps).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... High-flow 4-inch stainless steel submersible pumps from A.Y. McDonald Mfg. Co. are available in 25-, 33-, 45-, 60-, 75- and 90-gpm flow rates, and Hp through 10 Hp. Features include 300 Series stainless steel intake and discharge, stainless...

Wildcat well. (Porky's Hole Thoughts).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... When I was about 24 years old, my dad and I had the opportunity to drill the first wildcat oil well in Minnesota with our Mayhew 1000. It was a three-day drive at less than 30 mph because our rig truck engine needed an overhaul. If we drove...

Tiny data logger. (Product Info).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Geotech Environmental Equipment Inc.'s miniTroll is a small, yet powerful submersible data logger for water. It contains level and temperature sensors, data logger, power and memory and is only 0.72 inches in diameter. Operators may use it to...

Measuring tube. (Product Info).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Now available from Straughan Technical Distribution LLC is the Gastec Chlorine Dioxide 23L Tube, which meets OSHA, EPA and NIOSHA required measuring levels. It has direct reading, meaning that results can be read directly off the tube and no...

Sampling tools. (Product Info).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Several new items have been added to Earth Exploration Equipment Inc.'s line of sampling tools. New products include 48- and 60-inch Super Heavy Wall Sampler Tubes, MC Cutting Shoes for Super Heavy Wall Tubes, and MC Cutting Shoes for Clay,...

Gas detection. (Product Info).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The Ultima JR Gas Monitor is a self-contained combustible gas monitor that is suitable for a variety of indoor and outdoor applications, including water and wastewater facilities and mining. The JR sensing element simply plugs into the Ultima,...

Tank crosses. (Product Info).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Campbell Manufacturing Inc. has recently expanded its line of tank crosses. Red brass cast union crosses now are available with 1- or 1 1/4-inch tank connections, in short or long lengths. All of the cast union crosses have 2 1/4-inch top...

OCTG pipe. (Product Info).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... IPSCO prime OCTG products are produced and tested in accordance with strict internal standards, as well as both ISO and APIA1 quality assurance procedures. IPSCO conducts 100 percent in-line, ultrasonic weld inspection with advanced testing...

Big 85 purchases Pulstar. (Trading Post).
June 1, 2002... Dwayne Anderson (right) and Jeremy Ivie of Big 85 Well Service, Gillette, Wyo., are pictured showing off their new Pulstar P38000 pump hoist from Pulstar Mfg. Inc., Dodge, Neb.

New Schramm for Smith from D&L. (Trading Post).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Earlier this year at the New England Water Well Association's Spring Expo in Marlboro, Mass., D&L Thomas Equipment of Spofford, N.H., delivered this new Scbramm T450WS to Smith Well Drilling of Niverville, N.Y.

Sampson and North Central do business. (Trading Post).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Sampson Well Drilling of Forest Lake, Minn., has acquired a new DRSB 2300 from North Central Manufacturing, Saginaw, Minn. The service body includes a custom bang board and strap rail, six under-body toolboxes, welder rack, and torch cabinet.

Moriarty attains drill from Higgins. (Trading Post).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Bill Moriarty of Moriarty Welding & Fabrication Inc., Buffalo, Wyo., has purchased this 1977 Gardner Denver 15W from the Higgins Rig Team of Hodgenville, Ky. Bill's rig is equipped with a 900/350 compressor and a 7-by-8 Gardner Denver...

First Flatwater rig tender for Chancellor. (Trading Post).(Chancellor Drilling & Pump)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Roger Chancellor, owner of Chancellor Drilling & Pump, Klamath Falls, Ore., has purchased his first RTT-Rig Tender from Flatwater Fleet, Saginaw, Minn. Pictured taking delivery are Roger and his driller, Mike Wright. The 1,500-gallon unit...

Geotz buys second rig from Spike's. (Trading Post).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Bill Geotz recently took delivery of a T-670 Chicago Pneumatic from Spike McMichael of Spike's Rig Sales, a company with offices in Oil City, Pa., and Marco Island, Fla. The drill will be used in the water well industry in the Thompsonville,...

Quality gets new SEMCO. (Trading Post).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Fred Johnson of Quality Water Well Repair, Andrews, Texas, recently picked up his new SEMCO 56000 Pump Hoist from SEMCO Inc., Lamar, Colo.

DMB acquires rig from Boart Longyear. (Trading Post).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Boart Longyear recently sold a new Schramm 450 WS to David Beecroft of DMB Drilling, Frederic, Wis. David and Mark Baumann of Boart Longyear, Wausau, Wis., are shown with the rig, which is equipped with air-operated casing hammer.

Third rig for Malley from Independent. (Trading Post).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... A third new Schramm T300M has been purchased by Brad Malley Well Drilling, Mt. Pleasant, Mich., from Jim Price of Independent Well and Rig Supply, which also is located in Mt. Pleasant.

Ingersoll-Rand sells to Keystone. (Trading Post).(Keystone Water Systems)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Keystone Water Systems of Scenery Hill, Pa., just purchased a T3W from Ingersoll-Rand Equipment & Services Co. in Clarks Summit, Pa. Alongside owner Nick Cursi is his son, Mike, who are shown here taking delivery at the Ingersoll facility.

Buechting picks up Rotadrill at Schramm. (Trading Post).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Schramm Inc., West Chester, Pa., has delivered a new T450WS Rotadrill to Buechting Drilling of Imperial, Mo. The rig is equipped with 900/350 air, an eightrod carousel and is mounted on an international 4900. Schramm regional sales manager...

Higgins supplies Rodriguez with rig. (Trading Post).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Thanks to the Higgins Rig Co., Hodgenville, Ky., this Failing 1500 is now in the hands of Frank Rodriguez, Cordell, Ga. Frank's rig is equipped with a 4-by-5 Gardner Denver mud pump and is mounted on a 1968 Ford F750.