Directional Drilling
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BusinessHDD from the Contractor’s Perspective
Matt Wartko of Ohio-based Don Wartko Construction Talks Drilling with UC(The following is an excerpt from Trenchless Technology that was originally published in August 2025.
BusinessUnder the Bridge: How Advantage Directional Drilling Delivered Precision with Ditch Witch and Subsite
In Southern California’s High Desert, consistency is hard to come by. Ground conditions shift without warning. What feels solid underfoot can give way just as quickly, as heat, wind and changing…
Directional DrillingVermeer Unveils New Cab Option for D24 Drill
Vermeer is enhancing the D24 horizontal directional drill (HDD) with a factory-installed cab option, bringing a new level of operator comfort and year-round productivity to the 24,000-lb (11,000-kg)…
Directional DrillingVermeer D24 Expands Capabilities with Cat Engines
As a leading manufacturer of industrial and agricultural equipment, Vermeer’s legacy is steeped in history, farming and family.
Directional DrillingEnhanced Vermeer D20x22 S3 HDD Delivers Improved Reliability
Vermeer has enhanced its D20x22 S3 horizontal directional drill (HDD) with model year updates featuring improved hydraulic circuit protection, redesigned component routing and enhanced hood design to…
Directional DrillingWinning Crews Awarded in 2025 HDD Rodeo Showcase at Utility Expo
HDD Rodeo Crew 2 from Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) was announced as the winning crew of the 2025 HDD Rodeo Showcase at The Utility Expo. The crew finished its 200-ft long bore with a time of 50:20.
Directional DrillingVermeer Partners with Sharewell HDD to Expand Hole Opener Lineup
Vermeer announced a new strategic alliance with Sharewell HDD, a recognized leader in downhole tooling, to provide contractors with a premium, high-performance option for horizontal directional…
Directional DrillingNew Vermeer RH9 Rock Drill Head Expands Dual Rod HDD Solutions
The Vermeer RH9 rock drill head is the newest addition to the rock tooling lineup for dual rod horizontal directional drills.
Directional DrillingINSIDE LOOK: New Ditch Witch JT21 Directional Drill
Ditch Witch has a rich history in providing contractors with reliable and versatile directional drills for a range of underground construction installations, going all the way back to the release of…
Directional DrillingDitch Witch Offers JT21 Directional Drill
HDD contractors can now more efficiently complete fiber and other underground utility jobs with the new JT21 directional drill from Ditch Witch.
Directional DrillingVermeer Introduces Bit Boss Retention System
Vermeer has introduced the Bit Boss shoulder screw retention system, an innovative upgrade designed to enhance bit security in horizontal directional drilling (HDD) operations.
Directional DrillingNew Vermeer AutoTension Feature Enhances Efficiency on Intersect Bores
Vermeer is enhancing the capabilities of the D220x500 S3 and D550 horizontal directional drills (HDDs) with the optional AutoTension feature that simplifies the connection of two drill rigs working…
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