What Does the Future Hold for Drilling, Construction Equipment? Manufacturers, Like Ford and Tesla, have Electric Opportunities Dave Bowers November 22, 2021 No Comments Electric drill rigs could have huge advantages in efficiency, torque carbon footprint and — from a noise standpoint — safety.Read More
Imagining Construction, Drilling Industry Leadership in 2035 Are we Having Difficult Discussions or Throwing Fits at Change Orders? Jake Fletcher November 19, 2021 No Comments Are we open to seeing leadership outside the bounds of our experience, learning and implementing when it makes sense?Read More
Using Mixed-Metal Oxide with Small to Medium HDD Rigs MMO Behaves Differently, but Effective in Unconsolidated Formations Michael Kleespies November 15, 2021 No Comments Yes, MMO behaves differently, but it can prove effective in unconsolidated formations.Read More
Everyone Wants You: How to Choose the Right Drilling Job Offer Changing Jobs? Use these Tips to Compare Your Options Jessica Alexander November 12, 2021 No Comments Considering a change of jobs? Use these tips to compare compensation, rewards packages.Read More
Mental Health Should be Part of Safety Training at Drilling Companies Suicide More Common in U.S. than Jobsite Fatalities Industry Focuses On David King November 8, 2021 No Comments Employers focus on jobsite injuries and fatalities, but more people die by suicide each year.Read More
What is the 30-Year Trajectory for Drilling Jobs? Think About Demand as You Consider a Future for You, Your Company Jeremy Verdusco October 29, 2021 No Comments Think about potential long-term growth areas as you consider you, your company’s future in the industryRead More
Spudder Drill Strings: The ABCs of a Drill Stem Simple Steel Bar Designed to Add Weight John Schmitt October 25, 2021 No Comments Simple, round steel bar designed to add weight for driving the drill bit.Read More
Routine Maintenance for Portable Water Well Drills From Grease Guns to Bolt Tightening, Don’t Skimp on Upkeep Joe Haynes October 20, 2021 No Comments Small drills can have a full service life with a little attention to routine greasing, cleaning and tightening.Read More
How Can We Make Drill Training More Effective? Start by Understanding the Four Main Learning Styles Dave Bowers October 15, 2021 No Comments Preparation, teaching to different learning styles can help trainers boost retention.Read More
For Drillers, Bridging the Gap between Training and Reality When Did you Last Update your Drill Training Program? Jake Fletcher October 11, 2021 No Comments Take an honest look at your drill training program. Does it deliver results, or does it need a jolt?Read More