Know the strengths, weaknesses of different connecting technologies.

In about 1950, my dad found a well-used 1935 Ford truck chassis and decided that would be a great basis for his new and improved shop-built rig.

Incorrect top sub led to damage throughout string's threads.

Over the last few years, the popularity of pre-packaged, bentonite-free liquid polymer drilling fluid products has grown in the horizontal directional drilling industry.

Cement is a go-to, but many lost circulation materials available.

Much of a wire rope can be in good working order, while some sections may still be at the point of replacement or failure. This column covers a few different methods of visual inspection.

If we're serious about retaining our best employees, we need to provide managers and supervisors with the tools and training they need.

Readers have likely heard the adage "may you live in interesting times." I cannot remember a more interesting time.

This month's column deals with an improved rig that my dad and I first put into service in 1953.

You've hit water and your well is complete … almost. As with any project, it's important to see through the finishing touches and guarantee safety to those who will use the well.