National Driller articles from March 2007

National Driller archives from March 2007

Coming events.(Calendar)
March 1, 2007... MARCH 1-2 Kentucky Ground Water Association Tradeshow Louisville, Ky. 270-251-3004 2-3 Oregon Ground Water Association Technical Seminar Wilsonville, Ore. 503-390-7080 www.ogwa.org 11-14 North Dakota/ South Dakota Water Well...

How to find and keep good people--Part 1: it's not hard to find good people--it's only hard to find them in a hurry.(Smart Business)
March 1, 2007... Do any of the following 10 statements apply to you? * I don't have enough time for training people. * I have no on-going training programs for current staff. * I don't have the money to invest in training programs. * I don't...

How centrifugal pumps lift water: the fundamentals of pumped water systems.(Tech Topics)
March 1, 2007... Before looking at the physics of how centrifugal pumps lift water, we need to talk a little about atmospheric pressure, because it is this physical property that allows a pump to lift water. Just as deep-sea divers experience increasing...

NSF, ICC to ease plumbing standards access.(BULLETIN BOARD)
March 1, 2007... Following and implementing water system and plumbing codes should become easier for many installers, building inspectors and others under a new agreement announced in February by NSF International and the International Code Council (ICC). ...

A boost to your sales acumen.(PORTFOLIO: From the "Various and Sundry" files)
March 1, 2007... As an entrepreneur, it's important to be good at selling yourself and your products and services. And good sales skills mean more than just having good people skills. Developing good sales habits and mastering a few creative closing techniques...

Recognition is important.(PORTFOLIO: From the "Various and Sundry" files)
March 1, 2007... Most business owners don't consider recognition a central part of their management practice. Below are three reasons why you need to take the time to recognize the good things your employees do. If you recognize and make a bit of a fuss...

Sanitation is top medical milestone.(For Openers: From Over the Transom)
March 1, 2007... A poll recently conducted by the British Medical Journal (BMJ) has named sanitation as the most important medical milestone since the journal was first published in 1840. BMJ editors asked its readers to vote on the greatest medical...

Marketing opportunity for drillers.(For Openers: From Over the Transom)
March 1, 2007... National Ground Water Awareness Week is Mar. 11-17, presenting water professionals an excellent marketing opportunity. Helping the National Ground Water Association spread the word are the Automotive Oil Change Association, the U.S. Geological...

Correction from last month.(For Openers: From Over the Transom)(Correction notice)
March 1, 2007... In last month's "Trading Post" department, we inadvertently ran an incorrect photo. Here, then, is the right information. Traut Wells Inc., Waite Park, Minn., purchased its second new Versa-Sonic drill from Laibe Corp. We regret the...

Latest water quality bills.(For Openers: From Over the Transom)
March 1, 2007... The House Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment held its first markup in the 110th Congress and approved by voice vote three bills aimed at investing in our nation's wastewater infrastructure and improving water quality. Rep. Eddie...

Aresenic filter system wins $1 million.(For Openers: From Over the Transom)
March 1, 2007... George Mason University professor Abul Hussam pours water into a system he developed that filters arsenic from well water. The inexpensive, easy-to-make system has won a $1 million engineering prize, and Hussam plans to use most of the money to...

Applying postcard power.(PORTFOLIO: From the "Various and Sundry" files)
March 1, 2007... Postcards aren't the most popular marketing tool in our modern high-tech business world. That's too bad, says sales and marketing expert Bob Leduc (http://BobLeduc.com). Postcards can be a very cost-effective way to generate Web site traffic...

Where workers go on strike.(PORTFOLIO: From the "Various and Sundry" files)
March 1, 2007... Which industrialized nation endures the most strikes? Iceland. That cold isle has by far the most hotheaded workers. Check this list of the nations that round out the top 10 (actually 11; there's a tie for 8th place). The rankings are based on...

EPA awards $5 million in safe drinking water grants.(BULLETIN BOARD)
March 1, 2007... Ten universities have received grants from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for research to develop better methods for detecting harmful organisms in drinking water, including viruses, bacteria and protozoa. The grants, awarded...

Sandvik consolidation.(BULLETIN BOARD)
March 1, 2007... In less than 10 years, Sandvik Mining and Construction has developed a number of mining and construction brands, including Tamrock, Toro, EJC, Voest-Alpine Bergtechnik, Driltech, Mission, BPI, Rammer and Roxon. The company will now do business...

CETCO Poly Pills[TM] PS1 are the newest innovation in drilling fluids for the Waterwell and HDD industries.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... CETCO Poly Pills[TM] PS1 are the newest innovation in drilling fluids for the Waterwell and HDD industries. Poly Pills[TM] PS1 are compressed tablets of highly concentrated polymers and surfactants designed to inhibit shale and clays as they...

A tough economical Water Level Meter.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... A tough economical Water Level Meter. The low cost and durability of the WATER TAPE make it an ideal choice for well drillers, pump installers and other severe service users. The tape is a Kevlar reinforced polyethylene dog bone section with...

Submersible well level transmitters.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... Measure your well level with the precision you need! Keller America has a versatile line of submersible liquid level transmitters including the precise Acculevel[TM] and affordable Levelgage[TM]. The Acculevel has an analog output that can be...

The SIMCO[R] 2800 HS (HT) on a Morooka 800--fingertip controlled power and drilling efficiency on a go any where hydrostatic carrier.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... The SIMCO[R] 2800 HS (HT) on a Morooka 800--fingertip controlled power and drilling efficiency on a go any where hydrostatic carrier. This all hydraulic unit is one of the most versatile rigs available for geotechnical and environmental...

Heavy Duty Radio Remote D-50 Track Drill.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... Heavy Duty Radio Remote D-50 Track Drill. The track carrier uses the latest in hydrostatic drive technology resulting in a carrier with low maintenance and high reliability. The heavy duty tracks are 24 inches wide heavily reinforced rubber....

"T & T Carbide Drill Bit Supply has been one of the industry leaders for over 3 decades providing top quality custom-built Hole-Openers.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... "T & T Carbide Drill Bit Supply has been one of the industry leaders for over 3 decades providing top quality custom-built Hole-Openers. Whether you need new or rebuilt/rerun, regular or seal bearing cutters, we'll give you a competitive price...

The Schramm TXD Rotadrill is a heavy hoist, deep hole, trailer mounted drill rig with an automated pipe handling system.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... The Schramm TXD Rotadrill is a heavy hoist, deep hole, trailer mounted drill rig with an automated pipe handling system. Utilizing patented Schramm Telemast technology, the drill rig features 180,000 pounds of hoist with the top head and Range...

Cotey well cleaning brush!(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... * 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...

BII's Stainless Steel Constant Pressure Manifold has two 1" FPT tank ports which can be bushed down to match your tank or transducer, making this manifold functional with any tank on the market.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... BII's Stainless Steel Constant Pressure Manifold has two 1" FPT tank ports which can be bushed down to match your tank or transducer, making this manifold functional with any tank on the market. The two dual line connections make installations...

AWJ Coupled Drill Rod. Acker Drill Co. manufactures AWJ Drill Rods with couplings.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... AWJ Coupled Drill Rod. Acker Drill Co. manufactures AWJ Drill Rods with couplings. No welded ends, heaviest "J" rod in the industry. D.C.D.M.A. standard thread, 4140 pre-heat treated CLPG material. The rod is parallel wall 1" I.D., 1 3/4" O.D.,...

New from Charger Water Treatment Products--The IronBreaker[III] Series filters use natural oxidation to remove iron and sulfur from water supplies.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... New from Charger Water Treatment Products--The IronBreaker[III] Series filters use natural oxidation to remove iron and sulfur from water supplies. No chemicals, air pumps or venturi are required. Available with 5600SE or the 2510 1" Fleck...

Lifetime warranty for lightning protected well level transmitters.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... Stop replacing your transmitter after every thunderstorm! Keller America has introduced an affordable, optional lightning protection package for the Acculevel[TM] and Levelgage[TM] submersible liquid level transmitters. Transmitters so equipped...

Chemilizer Liquid Chemical Injectors.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... Our cost effective, water powered models are the ideal solution for providing potable drinking water for wells and liquid fertilizers for irrigation systems. Model CP33 has a working range of 12 GPM to several thousand gallons per minute...

The Geoprobe Model 7730DT is a high-capacity direct push machine with a durable undercarriage, hollow stem auger capabilities, and a wide-base platform.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... The Geoprobe Model 7730DT is a high-capacity direct push machine with a durable undercarriage, hollow stem auger capabilities, and a wide-base platform. Features include: 77 in. stroke, two-speed probe cylinder, ground speed up to 4.5 mph,...

The CMP Combination Water Softener and Iron Filter is an all-in-one water solution that removes up to 12 ppm of iron and treats up to 100 grains hardness.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... The CMP Combination Water Softener and Iron Filter is an all-in-one water solution that removes up to 12 ppm of iron and treats up to 100 grains hardness. Features include soft water refill to brine tank and high service flow rates. The 'MR'...

Kyle 8K Evolution Pump Hoist: The 8K pump hoist has a total lifting capacity of 8,000 lbs with a single line pull of 5,065 lbs.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... Kyle 8K Evolution Pump Hoist: The 8K pump hoist has a total lifting capacity of 8,000 lbs with a single line pull of 5,065 lbs. The crane itself has a line speed of approximately 115 ft/min. For added stability the outriggers extend...

Tank-Tech is our newest product offered and built exclusively for Komarek Well Drilling.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... Tank-Tech is our newest product offered and built exclusively for Komarek Well Drilling. With these features, This tank will last a lifetime! * 304 Stainless Steel * Never Corrodes * Self Cleaning * No Bladder to fail * Smelly gases expelled...

ChemGrout Rugged Series.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... The Rugged Series features a single acting, variable speed 3" piston pump that provides the versatility to handle polymer bentonites, cement and the latest in geothermal grouts. A 45-gallon mixing tank, large holding hopper and centrally...

Contractor faces altitude challenge.(Project Profile)
March 1, 2007... High in the mountains of Ojos De San Pedro, Chile, there are five volcanoes that have shaped the landscape of the area for centuries. Through years of activity, these volcanoes have created ground formations of volcanic rock and basalt that...

Foremost Dual Rotary (DR) rigs offer unmatched performance in unconsolidated formations.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... Foremost Dual Rotary (DR) rigs offer unmatched performance in unconsolidated formations. 2 independent rotary drives provide simultaneous drilling and casing with no need for casing hammers, under-reamers or drilling mud. Once the desired...

Bit Brokers is proud to announce that we now offer "Quick Change Cutters" in both Tooth and TCI for soft and medium formations.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... Bit Brokers is proud to announce that we now offer "QUICK CHANGE CUTTERS" in both TOOTH and TCI for soft and medium formations. These cutters can be quickly changed in the field with minimal effort with less down time of changing the...

Wellhead/pipeline pressure transmitters.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... Measure your wellhead and pipeline pressures with the precision you need! Keller America has a versatile line of pressure transmitters including the Preciseline[TM] and affordable Valueline[TM]. The Preciseline has an analog output that can be...

Waterline Envirotech Ltd. has manufactured reliable water level indicators in the USA for over 28 years.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... Waterline Envirotech Ltd. has manufactured reliable water level indicators in the USA for over 28 years. Instruments are free standing, complete and ready to use in various scales and lengths from 35-2000 ft. All parts are replaceable. A...

WILO USA LLC is pleased to announce the availability of the 8" stainless steel submersible.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... WILO USA LLC is pleased to announce the availability of the 8" stainless steel submersible. The NR 840 and NR 850 feature max flows up to 660 USGPM, pressures from 80' at 15HP to 1340' at 125 HP. The submersibles are constructed with standard...

Betta Flo Pro Series 4" Submersible Pumps for Deep Wells from National Pump Company has capacities from 5 to 100 GPM and heads up to 1000 feet.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... Betta Flo Pro Series 4" Submersible Pumps for Deep Wells from National Pump Company has capacities from 5 to 100 GPM and heads up to 1000 feet. This line of top quality pumps includes many stainless steel features to insure a longer lifespan of...

Pulstar TUSU Plus.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... The Ultimate Service Unit Plus has been introduced and is just beginning to hit the marketplace. It features our traditional completely loaded P10HD3L with the industry's first technology in hydraulic pipe racks (patent pending). New features...

Water Treatment Solutions for Well Drillers.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... Water Treatment Solutions for Well Drillers. Well drilling professionals can tap a full line of water treatment systems and the training needed to succeed. Solutions include the Sanitizer Series[TM] self-chlorinating system, and the Impression...

Morooka Carriers are an ideal carrier for so many types of drills.(PRODUCT & LITERATURE LIBRARY)
March 1, 2007... Morooka Carriers are an ideal carrier for so many types of drills. Choose from MST800, MST 1500 and the new custom LTX 800. Our custom LTX 800 unit pictured here, features a cab forward design, extended front and rear frame, operator's canopy,...

Water treatment system.(PRODUCT: INFO)
March 1, 2007... The ASC-1 Sanitizer Series from Water-Right Inc. is a multi-purpose water treatment system that removes hardness, iron and manganese, raises pH, and disinfects itself automatically during regeneration. Especially designed for well water with...

Large pathway mats.(PRODUCT: INFO)
March 1, 2007... Pathway mats from SVE Sales Inc. are the latest addition to the large-mat market. These mats are designed for rough-and-ready work, and especially for steel-track machines. Bulldozers are said to be able to twist and turn on the large mats....

Decontamination unit.(PRODUCT: INFO)
March 1, 2007... The CME Decon Trailer is a self-contained decontamination unit that can be towed behind a drill rig or service truck. It features a 4-foot-by-6-foot decontamination area with a catch basin to collect residue cleaned from augers or drilling...

Plastic two-piece well cap.(PRODUCT: INFO)
March 1, 2007... Furnished with stainless hardware, this 6-inch plastic two-piece well cap is designed to be easy to install and to allow for easy access for maintenance work. This cap is engineered for greater clearance for submersible pump cable to avoid...

Brass constant-pressure manifold.(PRODUCT: INFO)
March 1, 2007... Merrill Manufacturing offers a new brass constant-pressure manifold. Its inlet and outlet ports are dual 1-inch FIP or 1 1/4-inch MIP sizes. Top ports are 3/4-inch FIP for the pressure tank and controller transducer, while the front ports are...

HDD project planning tool.(PRODUCT: INFO)
March 1, 2007... Vermeer Mfg. introduces Bore Pilot, a new planning tool on CD designed to aid contractors, operators and civil engineers in planning before, during and after the boring process for horizontal directional drilling (HDD) projects. The tutorial...

Stainless steel check valve line.(PRODUCT: INFO)
March 1, 2007... Danfoss Flomatic Corp. introduces its new silver bullet stainless steel check valves. Another unleaded alternative, this program now includes the company's most popular models. Every model that is manufactured in unleaded bronze now is...

Diesel-powered skid.(PRODUCT: INFO)
March 1, 2007... This diesel-powered, double duplex skid from Centerline Mfg. includes Cummins diesel power, complete hydraulic supply systems, as well as two Centerline 7.5-inch-by-10-inch duplex pumps. It supplies up to 600 gpm mud at pressures up to 800 psi....

Miniature data logger offered.(PRODUCT: INFO)
March 1, 2007... The PHTEMP101 data logger from Hoyt Electrical Instrument Works Inc. is a miniature, battery-powered, stand-alone pH and temperature recorder. An all-in-one portable device, this data logger will measure and record up to 13,107 measurements per...

Water softening.(PRODUCT: INFO)
March 1, 2007... The Soo~Soft water treatment system, manufactured by Pro-Mrkt Corp., softens water without the use of salt. Instead of removing the calcium from water, the system converts it to a softer form called calcium aragonite, microscopic particles that...

New mini sonic rig available.(PRODUCT: INFO)
March 1, 2007... Sonic Drill Corp., manufacturer of full-sized sonic drill rigs, now offers a smaller, lighter version--the Sonic Probe. Featuring a lightweight footprint and small-size maneuverability, the Sonic Probe is engineered to drill through cobble...

Downhole color cameras.(PRODUCT: INFO)
March 1, 2007... Well-Vu WV-C500SDC high-resolution color cameras display color variations caused by different contaminants and mineral deposits. These self-contained viewing systems plug into any TV, TV/VCR or hand-held video recorder that has an RCA-style...

The drilling dynamics simulator.
March 1, 2007... Sandia National Laboratories is developing technology to reduce problems caused by bit vibrations by reproducing downhole vibrations in the laboratory. The Vibration Dilemma Drillstring dynamic dysfunctions currently limit the use of...

Water treatment conference.(BULLETIN BOARD)
March 1, 2007... The National Ground Water Association will hold a training conference on the geochemistry, regulation, treatment and disposal of arsenic, radium, radon and uranium on Mar. 22-23 in Charleston, S.C. The keynote speaker is Jennifer Moller, an...

Course added to water treatment school.(BULLETIN BOARD)
March 1, 2007... Water-Right Inc. has now added a two-hour sales and marketing breakout session to the company's three-day dealer training school. The training program provides hands-on instruction on water problems and appropriate treatments to help dealers...

Governor proposes funds for water storage.(BULLETIN BOARD)
March 1, 2007... California Governor Schwarzenegger is proposing spending $4.5 billion to create two reservoirs and store more water in ground water aquifers. The items are a key aspect of the governor's $43.3 billion bond plan, which he revealed during his...

Cycle stop hire.(BULLETIN BOARD)
March 1, 2007... Cycle Stop Valves Inc. announces that Mike Washeck has joined its team. Washeck previously was with Pentair Inc. for many years, and now will be covering the Four Corners area, as well as Wyoming, Nebraska and Kansas for Cycle Stop Valves....

New AWWA officers.(BULLETIN BOARD)
March 1, 2007... Mike Leonard, water operations manager for Roswell, Ga., was elected to the American Water Works Association (AWWA) officer line at the recent winter meeting of the association's board of directors. Leonard will assume the office of...

Upcoming NDA course.(BULLETIN BOARD)
March 1, 2007... The National Drilling Association (NDA) is planning to sponsor the FHWA course "Subsurface Investigation Qualification" this fall in Orlando, Fla. The class this past November was very well received, and the upcoming course is highly...

Pentair hires new CFO.(BULLETIN BOARD)
March 1, 2007... Pentair Inc. announces that John Stauch will join the company as executive vice president and chief financial officer (CFO). Stauch most recently served as CFO of Honeywell International's $11 billion Automation and Control Solutions group. ...

Wyo-Ben's new manager.(BULLETIN BOARD)
March 1, 2007... Wyo-Ben Inc. of Billings, Mont., has named Kent Myers as its customer service manager. The position became available with the retirement of 38-year company veteran Jim Foster. Myers has been with Wyo-Ben for 10 years as a technical sales...

$1 million challenge winners announced.(BULLETIN BOARD)
March 1, 2007... The National Academy of Engineering (NAE) has announced the winners of the 2007 Grainger Challenge Prize for Sustainability. The contest sought innovative solutions for removing arsenic from drinking water that is slowly poisoning tens of...

Lone star state convention.
March 1, 2007... The Texas ground water industry got together Jan. 23-26 at the Waco Hilton Hotel/Waco Convention Center for the Texas Ground Water Association's (TGWA) 60th annual convention and trade show. Educational opportunities abounded as a big slate...

Water well hydrofracturing basics.
March 1, 2007... Hydrofracturing is a water well development process that involves injecting high-pressure water via the well into the bedrock formation immediately surrounding it. This procedure is intended to widen existing fractures in the bedrock and/or...

Borehole rehabilitation grant: technical assistance from Roscoe Moss.
March 1, 2007... Promoting the sustainable development of Botswana's water resources is the objective of a U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) grant awarded to Botswana's Ministry of Finance and Development Planning. The $500,000 grant will be used to...

Rehabilitation techniques studied.
March 1, 2007... The Awwa Research Foundation has completed a project regarding application of well condition assessment and rehabilitation techniques. The emphasis of the project is the renovation of wells with regard to water yield. Techniques that were...

Hammers and bits.(Porky's Hole Thoughts)
March 1, 2007... Before I discuss hammers and bits, let me first give mud drillers a few hints about mud drilling. The first hint--and I think one of the most important--is to have a mud ring welded around the bit, just smaller than the outer cutting edge....

Help with bit selection.(The World According to Wayne)
March 1, 2007... A customer of mine asked me the other day, "Exactly how does the bit drill?" I thought about it and gave him a half-baked answer, but his question got me thinking about it. I realized that I never had really thought about it much--it just does....

Bits and reamers for horizontal directional drilling.(Drilling Fluids)
March 1, 2007... As with all drilling operations, having the correct drill bits, reamers or tooling is critical for a successful job. In horizontal directional drilling (HDD), it is particularly important, as the scope of the work and drilling conditions change...

Trading post.
March 1, 2007... Laibe Corp. Sells to LaBelle. LaBelle Well Drilling & Water Systems, Alva, Fla., acquires a new Versa-Drill V-100NG, which is mounted on Peterbilt 6-by-6 (all-wheel-drive chassis). [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Williams Gets a SIMCO ...

Further contaminant monitoring required.(LEGISLATIVE UPDATE)
March 1, 2007... Approximately 4,000 public water systems will monitor drinking water for up to 25 unregulated chemicals to inform U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) about the frequency and levels at which these contaminants are found in drinking water...

New Rural Water Supply Act signed.(LEGISLATIVE UPDATE)
March 1, 2007... President Bush recently signed into law the Rural Water Supply Act. The legislation will authorize $15 million a year for planning new water delivery infrastructure, and will establish a loan-guarantee program within the Bureau of Reclamation...

Drought warning legislation signed.(LEGISLATIVE UPDATE)
March 1, 2007... President Bush signed into law the National Integrated Drought Information System Act of 2006. The law will require the Commerce Department's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to establish a National Integrated Drought Information...

Texas Water plan unveiled.(LEGISLATIVE UPDATE)
March 1, 2007... The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) has delivered the 2007 state water plan, entitled Water for Texas 2007, to the governor, lieutenant governor, speaker of the House of Representatives, and members of the legislature. Texas water law...

Border water review.(LEGISLATIVE UPDATE)
March 1, 2007... President Bush recently signed into law legislation to allow for a first-ever comprehensive review of the availability of ground water in the U.S.-Mexico border region. The United States-Mexico Trans-boundary Aquifer Assessment Act taps...

Can you help solve the mystery?
March 1, 2007... Mike Rasmussen of Aquarius Pump Co., Seabeck, Wash., discovered this unknown object at the bottom of a 140-foot well. No one has been able to determine what it is or divine its true purpose. He speculates that perhaps someone had used it as a...