Spudder Drill Strings: Let’s Start with the Socket Wire Line, Swivel an Important Connect to Make John Schmitt August 30, 2021 2 Comments Wire line connects to a swivel inside the socket, allowing the whole string to do its drilling job.Read More
Want to Keep Safe on a Drilling Job? Training is the Key Number of Hazards Make Clear Case for Professional Development Dave Bowers August 24, 2021 No Comments Whether you work as the driller or the scientist on site, training can help you recognize and avoid common hazards.Read More
Water, Graphite and Geothermal Grouting (Take 2!) Make Your Mixes Easier by Pre-Measuring Water, Marking the Grouter Todd Tannehill August 20, 2021 No Comments Optimize thermal conductivity in graphite geothermal mixes by ensuring the correct amount of water.Read More
Want to Lead Drilling Jobs? Figure out Your Leadership Identity Leaders Benefit from Knowing Themselves, not Falling for Fads Jake Fletcher August 17, 2021 No Comments On the jobsite or in the office, leaders benefit from knowing themselves more than following the latest fad.Read More
Tips for Drill Crew Performance Reviews Feedback, Communication Can Help with Retention Jessica Alexander August 16, 2021 No Comments Use feedback, two-way communication to help keep good employees with your drilling company.Read More
Tips to Minimize Summer Heat Risks on Drilling Jobs Hydration, Rest and Shade Critical to Head Off Heat-Related Illnesses July 27, 2021 No Comments Crews need hydration, regular rest and shade to stay safe, productive during hot months.Read More
Maintaining Wire Lines on Spudder Drill Rigs Steel Cable Requires Occasional Lubrication to Guard against Rust John Schmitt July 21, 2021 No Comments Drill, sand and casing lines require occasional lubrication for a long, worry free service life.Read More
Drive Retention through Empowerment: How Delegation Can Grow Drilling Leaders Empower Drill Crews through Task Delegation Jessica Alexander July 16, 2021 No Comments Progressively bigger responsibilities, decision-making help drillers turn field experience into leadership.Read More
Confined Spaces: Roles, Responsibilities for Drill Crews Identify Roles, Rescue Plan and Permitting in Advance Dave Bowers July 14, 2021 No Comments Identify critical roles and train workers, and make sure a rescue plan and any required permitting are in place.Read More
‘Locker Room’ Soundtrack Can Set the Tone for Drilling Jobs Music Motivates Pro Sports Teams, Why not Drill Crews? Jake Fletcher July 13, 2021 No Comments Used strategically, like at the end of tailgate meetings, music can help teams build cohesion and productivity.Read More