True exploration drilling is when a driller goes into an area that nobody has drilled before. I have been involved with some true exploration projects over the years, and thought I’d share some of my experiences.
My next columns will be about water conditioning. I am going to start with the most common contaminant issue that we have here in southeast Michigan: hardness.
Sooner or later, each individual or organization active in the drilling world and using engines will need to deal with the realities of emissions regulations put in place by the Environmental Protection Agency.
The number of products available to drillers is constantly growing and, therefore, they face a never-ending learning curve. This column addresses some of the frequently asked questions we receive about grouts and sealants.
Any kind of water is treatable. However, there are times when it makes more sense to repair potential issues with a well, and other times that call for drilling a well in a new location.
I usually write about rigs and well-related topics, but this month I’m going to break from the norm a little and tell a story about my friends and I from a few years ago in North Dakota.