The #1 Mistake New HDD Operators Make With Drill Pipe (And How To Fix It Right Now)

Let me tell you about the first time I watched a new operator kill a string of drill pipe in…

HDD Projects for River Crossings: How to Select Drill Rods That Won’t Buckle

Now I want to tell you something funny. I’ve been in this industry for five years now, and I still…

Mill Test Reports (MTR) for HDD Drill Rods Why You Should Ask for Them Before You Buy

Let me tell you a story – and maybe save you a very expensive headache. I’ve been in this industry…

Seamless vs. ERW HDD Drill Rods: Which Manufacturing Method Delivers Better Strength?

I remember my first year on the road, green as grass and full of book smarts. I was on a…

How Overtorquing HDD Drill Rod Connections Ruins Your Threads (With Torque Chart)

Hey guys, it’s me again, the HDD tooling guy from the factory. Been doing this for about five years now…

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