How to Avoid Losing Drill String, Breaking Thread Joint Steve Hanley December 9, 2014 No Comments The Engineer’s Handbook states the torque for a 5⁄16-18 NC Grade 8 cap screw is 29 foot pounds, and a 5⁄8-11 NC Grade 8 cap screw is 230 foot pounds.Read More
Maintenance Tips Help Drillers Keep Compressors in Working Order Steve Hanley September 1, 2014 No Comments There is water on your car’s windshield in the morning and it did not rain the night before.Read More
Clean Air is Key to Drilling Rigs Maintenance Steve Hanley May 29, 2014 No Comments Two of the more expensive components of your portable drill rig are the diesel engine and the air compressor. Read More
Tech Topics: Proper Coolant Protects, Extends Life of Drilling Rigs Steve Hanley March 1, 2014 No Comments Engine coolant is considered any solution that is circulated through the engine to provide a means of heat transfer from various engine components. The function of the coolant is basic to successful engine operation.Read More