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Technology solutions make horizontal directional drilling more accessible

Technological innovations keep increasing the capabilities of horizontal directional drilling rigs

Madison Devin and Bellana Puntz
Modern HDD rigs, like the Vermeer D24, integrate advanced systems such as automated rod exchange to deliver consistent performance

Modern HDD rigs, like the Vermeer D24, integrate advanced systems such as automated rod exchange to deliver consistent performance | Credits: Vermeer

Over the past 30 years, technological advances have dramatically expanded horizontal directional drilling (HDD) capabilities. Modern operations rely on sophisticated systems, from specialised drilling...

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