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GUIDED DRILLING

HORIZONTAL DRILLING / DIRECTIONAL BORING

Horizontal drilling, also known as directional boring, is a trenchless method of installing underground pipes, conduits, or cables along a prescribed bore path using a surface-launched drilling rig with minimal impact on the surrounding area. It is suitable for a variety of soil conditions and jobs, including road, landscape, and river crossings.

PRECISE
NAVIGATION

Directional boring allows us to steer the bore path accurately, ensuring utilities are installed exactly where they are needed, even around obstacles.

REDUCED
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT

With minimal surface disturbance and excavation, directional boring minimizes disruption to landscapes, roadways, and existing infrastructure.

VERSATILE

It’s suitable for various utility installations, including electricity, water, natural gas, and telecommunications, offering a flexible solution for diverse project needs.

The Benefits of Horizontal Drilling

Horizontal drilling, also known as directional boring, is a trenchless method of installing underground pipes, conduits, or cables along a prescribed bore path using a surface-launched drilling rig with minimal impact on the surrounding area. It is suitable for a variety of soil conditions and jobs, including road, landscape, and river crossings.

  • Minimal impact on the surrounding area
  • Suitable for a variety of soil conditions
  • Can be used for a range of infrastructure installations
  • Ideal for road, landscape, and river crossings

This allows us to:

  • Reach Inaccessible Targets: When trenching isn’t an option, horizontal drilling, and directional boring allow us to reach reserves located beneath cities, airports, or protected areas. By drilling at angles that intersect the target, we unlock hidden potential.
  • Maximize the Pay Zone: By drilling horizontally within rock units, we can significantly increase the length of the “pay zone.” This extended reach enhances productivity and reservoir access, ensuring efficient resource extraction.
  • Seamless Utility Line Installation: Horizontal drilling and directional boring shine in the installation of gas and electric lines. These methods are ideal when utility lines must cross rivers, roads, or communities, where traditional excavation would be impractical, expensive, or disruptive.