Case Study 04 · Mineral Exploration
Case Study 04 · Mineral Exploration Defining a Gold-Copper Porphyry: A 2,000-Meter Core Drilling Program in Eastern Kazakhstan Eastern Kazakhstan has emerged as one of the world’s most active exploration frontiers for copper-gold porphyry deposits. In 2025-2026, an exploration program targeting a porphyry copper-gold system in the East Kazakhstan Region mobilized a fully hydraulic core […]
Case Study 03 · Mining DTH Drilling
Case Study 03 · Mining DTH Drilling Blast Hole Productivity Doubled: Integrated DTH Rig at an Open-Pit Iron Mine in Southern Peru An open-pit iron mining operation in the Marcona district of southern Peru was averaging 35 blast holes per day across two shifts, using a split-mounted DTH drilling rig that required separate air compressor […]
Case Study 02 · HDD Trenchless
Case Study 02 · HDD Trenchless Urban Utility Crossing: 350-Meter HDD Installation Under a Busy Bangkok Arterial Road In the densely populated Thonburi district of Bangkok, a municipal utility upgrade required installing a 300mm high-density polyethylene (HDPE) water main beneath a major six-lane arterial road. Open-cut excavation was not a viable option: the road carries […]
Case Study 01 · Water Well Drilling
Case Study 01 · Water Well Drilling Delivering Clean Water: A 220-Meter Borehole Project in Semi-Arid Turkana County, Kenya In the arid regions of northwestern Kenya, where seasonal rivers run dry for eight months of the year, access to groundwater is not a convenience — it is the difference between life and hardship for rural […]
How Deep Can a Water Well Drilling Rig Drill?
How Deep Can a Water Well Drilling Rig Drill? Depth Guide by Rig Type How Deep Can a Water Well Drilling Rig Drill? One of the most common questions we hear: “How deep can this water well rig actually drill?” The answer depends on rig design, pipe diameter, ground conditions, and manufacturer ratings. Browse our […]
Diesel vs. Electric Drilling Rigs: Which Is Right?
Diesel vs. Electric Drilling Rigs: Which Power Type Is Right for Your Project? Diesel vs. Electric Drilling Rigs: Which Is Right? One of the key decisions when buying a drilling rig is choosing the right power source. Diesel rigs have been the standard for decades, but electric and dual-power rigs are gaining ground. Browse our […]
Drilling Rig Maintenance Checklist: 10 Tips
Drilling Rig Maintenance Checklist: 10 Tips to Extend Equipment Lifespan Drilling Rig Maintenance Checklist: 10 Tips A drilling rig is a major capital investment — its lifespan depends on how well you maintain it. Whether you operate water well rigs, exploration rigs, HDD rigs, or oilfield rigs, these fundamentals apply. 1. Follow the Service Schedule […]
How Deep Can a Water Well Drilling Rig Drill?
How Deep Can a Water Well Drilling Rig Drill? Depth Guide by Rig Type How Deep Can a Water Well Drilling Rig Drill? One of the most common questions we hear: “How deep can this water well rig actually drill?” The answer depends on rig design, pipe diameter, ground conditions, and manufacturer ratings. Browse our […]
HDD Rig Buying Guide for Trenchless Projects
HDD Rig Buying Guide: Horizontal Directional Drilling for Trenchless Projects HDD Rig Buying Guide for Trenchless Projects Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) is the preferred method for installing underground pipes, cables, and utilities without excavating roads. Browse our trenchless HDD rig range. 1. HDD Rig Classes Rig Class Thrust/Pullback Pipe Diameter Applications Small / Compact 10–30 […]
Mining Exploration Drilling Rig Selection Guide
Mining Exploration Drilling Rig Selection: Core Drilling Equipment Guide Mining Exploration Drilling Rig Selection Guide Choosing the right mining exploration drilling rig is critical for geology teams and mining contractors. The rig you select directly impacts core recovery rates, drilling speed, and the quality of geological data. Browse our mining & exploration rig range. 1. […]