Blog Advantages and Disadvantages of Drilled Piers 08/12/2020 Often referred to as drilled pier foundations, drilled piers are an increasingly prevalent choice for deep foundation systems, particularly for structures with substantial loads, such as bridges, oil platforms, and lighthouses. Their deep excavation and the large diameter concrete cylinders formed ensure excellent base and side resistance. … Read more
Keywords: what is geotechnical drilling, auger drill attachment for excavators What is geotechnical drilling So, what is geotechnical drilling? Geotechnical drilling is a specialised drilling process primarily used to acquire rock and soil samples for the purpose of facilitating construction planning, mining exploration, or scientific research. The type of specialised drilling equipment employed and the … Read more
Blog The Benefits of Horizontal Boring 30/01/2021 Horizontal boring, sometimes referred to as directional boring, horizontal directional drilling, slant drilling, or deviated drilling, is a method of laterally drilling holes in rock from a vertical well hole. In the oil and gas industry, horizontal boring involves drilling wells through a zone of oil or gas-bearing … Read more
Blog What Is A Bore Casing? How Is It Used? 28/05/2021 Steel and concrete casing and liners are drilling equipment that play a crucial role in the construction of drilled shafts. Casings are tubes that are usually made of steel, concrete or PVC. Liners are most often made from rolled metal plate, but are sometimes … Read more
Keywords: excavator auger, auger for excavator, excavator auger attachment If you’re an excavator operator, you know that a job needs to be done right the first time. You’ve got a lot of pressure on your shoulders to get the job done quickly and efficiently with no mistakes. One thing that can help ensure this is … Read more
Keywords: excavator auger, auger for excavator, excavator auger attachment Excavator augers are powerful drilling attachments designed for use with excavators. They are ideal for digging holes for footings, fencing, signs, and trees. These tools are available in a wide range of sizes and styles to suit different excavation needs, from small handheld augers to large … Read more
Blog Auger Drilling In Foundation Placement 23/03/2022 In construction, auger piles are frequently used as foundations for above-ground structures. Big concrete piles are used to support buildings and other infrastructure. Piles can be installed in part using an auger and excavator and in part using a concrete pump. Using earth auger drills are one drilling … Read more
Blog Common Auger-Related Terms and Definitions 28/02/2022 To summarise a complex piece of machinery, an auger is a spiral-shaped tool which is attached to an excavator in order to drill holes in the ground and in hard and soft rock. The spiralling metal shaft with a blade at the end is called ‘flighting’. The flighting … Read more
Blog Drilling Techniques For Mining Exploration 18/01/2022 The early stages of any mining operation need to be efficient, cost-effective and completed using high quality equipment. Locating lodes and deposits can be expensive if not done correctly and core samples can easily become contaminated if not extracted correctly, so be sure to read the following guide … Read more
Blog How Are Auger Drill Attachments Made? 17/12/2021 Auger drill attachments are partly machine produced, partly forged and partly ground by hand. This guide covers the basic steps which are used in the production of auger drill attachments. There are two methods described below: one which is used in the production of hand-driven augers and … Read more