Mud rotary drillers want a good, stable borehole, but what’s a good psi to accomplish that? It’s Ask Brock 231.

How much water does it take to make beer? Plus, we talk about the age gap in construction and drilling fields.

You built a great drilling business, but how to convince your kids it’s their birthright? It’s Ask Brock 230. 

Columnist John Schmitt talks about recent inquiries about cable-tool drill rigs and a 1950s 20W publication.

What does the path to driller look like for new drilling assistants at your company? It’s Ask Brock 229.

Open dialogue upfront about expectations on both sides can help drilling, construction hiring and retention.

Making sense of gauge, API standardization and the pipe threads drillers depend on.

How do you a realistic and enticing, yet aspirational, picture for prospective employees? It’s Ask Brock 228.

Manufacturer of groundwater, pump and monitoring equipment started in 1873, planned to build steam boilers.

Quality data and reporting are critical for keeping people safe, whether on the job or from water from the tap.