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From Mrs. R.J. Neely, Riviera, Texas: My husband, R.J. Neely, restored this drilling rig (a 1917 Republic 3-ton truck with turn-of-the-century cable-tooling). Our son, Jim Bob Neely, hauled it to the Lubbock, Texas, state convention for display. We had the solid-rubber tires made in Hope, Ark. We have another 1917 four-wheel-drive drilling rig ready to be restored. The solidrubber tires were made in Kansas. They are difficult to find and quite expensive. My husband passed away on February 8th 2011. I doubt that rig gets restored. Not in Riviera, Texas, anyway.

Clean Water for Marines Up until recently, Marines operating from peaks thousands of feet high in Afghanistan had to carry their drinking water over a two-mile round trip on a daily basis. Engineers with 7th Engineer Support Battalion (ESB), 2nd Marine Logistics Group (MLG) came up with a

the unit had to order were a 230-volt, 20-HP, 6-foot fully submersible Franklin Electric pump, a 15-HP Franklin Electric transfer pump, and hundreds of hose connections ranging in size and shape. Explains Robertson: “The transfer pump is electric, and runs off a generator. We

We can’t fit everything we’d like iinto W ’ fi hi ’d lik the print editions of National Driller, and we operate under strict deadlines with the printer – two immensely frustrating conditions for editors keen on delivering to you the timeliest information that you can use to maximize the profitability of your business. As great as the print edition of National Driller is, it can’t do it all. But National Driller isn’t confined to the publication you receive

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Cpl. Justin Cannady, the site commander with Echo Battery, 2nd Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment, in Kajaki, Afghanistan, guides more than 1,000 feet of 95-mm cable down a mountainside during a well and water purification project. convenient, cost-efficient solution. The 15-day project implemented a proven strategy using gravity-fed hoses, transfer pumps and a lightweight water purification system. The project required 600 work-hours, the placing of more than 1,000 feet of cable weighing approximately 6,000 pounds, and covered 3,000 feet of rugged terrain in Kajaki, Afghanistan. “The generator should not need to be replaced unless it breaks down, or the Marines leave,” states Gunnery Sgt. Wyatt Robertson, the utilities chief with Support Company, 7th ESB, 2nd MLG. “The only upkeep costs for us will be generator and lightweight water purification system preventive and corrective maintenance and fuel.” Included in the commercial equipment 4 | NATIONALDRILLER October 2011

also set up electrical equipment such as switchers and breakers. We have a whole electrical room, and everything can run from Observation Post (OP) Athens. The transfer pump pumps the water to about 3,000 feet across the peaks.” The well pumps water from the lake that is created by the Kajaki Dam. A float device was crafted using four 5-gallon drums, some piping and the 20-HP pump, preventing the pump from resting on the bottom of the lake, therefore allowing it to pump water more efficiently. The water then is pumped through to OP Athens, where it is purified with the lightweight purification system at a rate of 120 pounds per hours. Afterward, it is pumped to the highest peak 3,000 feet away, called Normandy, and then gravity-fed up to a more distant peak.

Major Drilling Group International Inc., headquartered in Moncton, New Brunswick, just recently announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of Bradley Group Ltd., a family-owned drilling company based in Rouyn Noranda, Quebec, for an aggregate purchase price of $80 million. “The acquisition of Bradley Group is a unique opportunity to further Major Drilling’s corporate

strategy of focusing on specialized drilling, expanding our geographic footprint in areas of high growth, and of maintaining a balance in our mix of drilling services. The operations of both companies are very complementary in terms of geography, personnel and strategies,” says Francis McGuire, president and CEO of Major Drilling. The move adds 124 rigs and 841 employees to Major’s base of 571 rigs and 4,362 employees. ND

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their jobs safely. If you still are not sold, let’s look at the potential cost of accidents – more specifically, how accidents can directly affect you. UÊ i>̅ÊqÊThe ultimate unwanted result. Where does this leave your loved ones? UÊ ˆ˜>˜Vˆ>Ê VœÃÌÊ qÊ Lost pay or reduction in pay. Who pays the bills? Are you the sole income producer in your household? UÊ *>ˆ˜Ê >˜`Ê ÃÕvviÀˆ˜}Ê q An obvious detriment desired by no one. UÊ ˆÃ>LˆˆÌÞÊqÊA life-changing experience. Now you’re not able to do what you’re used to doing. Maybe now you can’t cast that fishing rod, ride that bike, hug your wife, lift your child, or simply see? Or perhaps you’re confined to a wheelchair. UÊ œ“«ïÛi˜iÃÃʜ˜ÊLˆ``ˆ˜}ʍœLÃÊq Other than payroll and benefits, workers’ compensation insurance and accident costs may represent the bulk of a company’s operating expense. When a company’s operating expenses

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ith everything slowing down in the housing industry, and a lot of housewell drillers very short on work, a lot of people (myself included) have had to turn to alternatives to keep busy and make a living. So far this year, I have been to Poland, which was very interesting, but not very productive; I have been to the Marcellus Shale play both as a consultant and as a teacher; and now I am in the Bakken Shale play out West in the Williston Basin, supervising fishing operations for one of the biggest service companies in the world. One thing I can say about the current boom in shale drilling: I haven’t seen a boom like this in 30 years, and I’m glad to be alive to see this one. The Marcellus in Pennsylvania is going great guns, and

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businesses, it is not uncommon to see second-, third- and even fourth-generation drillers in the same company. It has occurred to me that multi-generational drilling companies may be able to take advantage of this situation. Suppose you are a father-and-son drilling company, and there is not enough work to make a check for everyone. If I were in that situation, I’ll tell you what I would do: I’d send my son to the oilfield, at least until the next election. He could learn very important techniques and methods that would benefit the company when he comes home, have an adventure, and make a good check while he’s doing it. To the father: When you get him back, you will have a seasoned hand with a bet-

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Oil well in the Williston Basin. Photo courtesy of USGS. ter skill-set than when you sent him off, and you don’t have to feed him. To the son: This might be the biggest adventure of your life, next to the military. You are going to have to man-up, put on your big-girl panties, and take care of yourself. Momma won’t be there to cook for you or mend your boo-boos. The good part is that you will bring home a check bigger than Daddy could ever pay you. If you want a challenge and fairly easy conditions, go to the Marcellus. The infrastructure is there, and conditions are pretty good. The drilling is easy, and not too deep. Rig moves are kinda tricky because of the terrain and the fine Pennsylvania highway system, but most distances aren’t too bad. If you really want to man-up and work on the cutting-edge of drilling technology, come to the Bakken. You can learn more and make more money than anywhere in the world right now. Entry-level positions are around $80,000 a year, if you are willing to work. And since there isn’t much else to do, work is all that is here. Housing is pretty much non-existent, so make sure you have a place to stay when you go or bring your own house. This might be the time to borrow Dad’s motorhome. You can do anything you are interested in. The unemployment rate is lowest in the United States, and anybody who wants a job can have his pick. Heck, even my idiot brother Willard has a job. Weather conditions can be a mite tough. Winters get to -40 degrees F, with 30 inches to 40 inches of snow per year and frequent white-outs, but if you can handle it, no problem. Bring most of what you need with you; this is an empty area. It’s possible to drive 100 miles without seeing a tree, and the only thing between here and the North Pole is a barbed wire fence, and half of it is down. There is an occasional Wal-Mart, but be prepared to drive a while to get there. The drilling industry is crying for hands, and this might be the perfect opportunity for a young man (or woman, the ratio here is 60% men to 40% women). If you are a woman, you can have your pick of jobs and fine young roughnecks with good checks. Just sayin’. Something to think about while you are waiting for the housing market to pick up. If you are interested, send me an e-mail, I’ll try to hook you up. ND
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A quiet morning in front of the Minnesota state capitol building, pulling samples along the route of the Central Corridor Light Rail Transit line.

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ect. “We needed something with versatility to go off-road and use in a variety of settings,” Bialon explains, “but still narrow enough to collect soil

samples from inside buildings. We were extremely pleased with how it performed on the project.” The 6620DT, a smaller version of the 7720DT, provided additional assistance on the job. During a 100-day period, two Braun Intertec field teams collected soil and ground water samples from about 500 borings along the proposed rail line. “Having two rigs on the job helped keep the drilling on schedule,” says Jaclyn Dylla, a project manager for Braun Intertec. “We assigned two field scientists to each rig to keep up with the large amount of footage produced during this (Continued on Page 18)

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Mark Barber, driller for Braun Intertec, moves the 7720DT into position along the CCLRT route near the capitol building in St. Paul, Minn. The field teams found the rig convenient to use when drilling on the busy roadways with underground utilities and limited access due to traffic and parked cars.

The small footprint of the rigs, which is smaller than a regular pickup truck, was a real plus while working in high-traffic areas along the CCLRT line. fast-paced project.” The alignment where the two teams were drilling is densely populated with heavy pedestrian, car and bus traffic. Most of the borings involved penetration through roadways with underlying urban fill to depths of 20 feet to 40 feet. “The average boring depth was about 25 feet,” notes Dylla. “Each field team drilled about 150 feet per day.” The small footprint of the rigs, which is smaller than a regular pickup truck, was a real plus while working in high-traffic areas along the CCLRT

Paul Bernier, driller for Braun Intertec, uses a 7720DT and DT325 tooling for soil sample collection along the Central Corridor Light Rail Transit route. The large core size of the 3.25-inchdiameter tooling allowed for a wide array of laboratory analyses, and made ground water sample collection easier. 18 | NATIONALDRILLER October 2011

line. “We could easily park the rigs at an angle while staying inside of a closed driving lane, and still get the subsurface information we needed,” says Dylla. The field teams drilled approximately 12,000 feet during the project, and collected about 900 soil and ground water samples. The samples were analyzed in the Braun Intertec analytical laboratory. On-site field computers allowed the field crews to draft and publish boring logs, field notes and other important information and documents for clients in a near real-time basis. The electronic documentation was uploaded, along with boring information, onto a searchable project web portal called Braun Interport Custom. The estimated project cost for the CCLRT is $957 million. Project designers forecast an average weekday ridership of 40,000 by the year 2030. ND

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Using Multiple Pressure Tanks for Larger Systems The fundamentals of pumped water systems

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nized, ASME and epoxy-lined tanks). Using the term “hydro-pneumatic” to describe a conventional tank is a bit of a misnomer. All pressure tanks used in the ground water industry are hydro-pneumatic, meaning they contain water (hydro) and air (pneumatic). In this article, we will use the terms “captive-air” and “conventional” to identify the two different types of tanks. The largest commonly available captive-air tank has a total capacity of 119 gallons. The size of a precharged captive-air tank is limited by federal highway regulations, which require special permits to transport pre-charged pressurized tanks having a capacity of 120 gallons or more. The drawdown or usable water available from a 119-gallon tank operating in conjunction with a 30/50 pressure switch is 36.8 gallons, according to Boyle’s Law. Following the one-minute-run-time-between-cycles rule mentioned above, a 36-gpm pump would be the largest pump you could use with such a tank. What to do, then, if you have a larger pump? There are several options. Conventional tanks are available in virtually any size, and are a viable option. They are, however, expensive, and require the use of an air-charging system to replace the air that is absorbed into the water. For this reason, the use of multiple captive-air tanks is gaining in popularity. It is not uncommon to see six or eight captive-air tanks lined up in a row to provide the necessary drawdown for a large pump. For instance, six 119-gallon tanks would provide enough drawdown for a 200-gpm pump (6 x 36.8 = 220.8 gallons). The size and number of tanks you end up with will depend on economics and

available real estate for your tanks. It might turn out that eight of the more common and less expensive 85-gallon tanks with a drawdown of 26.4 gallons each would be cheaper than six 119-gallon tanks, but be sure to figure in the cost of the manifold system in your total.

Plumbing a Multi-tank System It is very important that a multitank system be plumbed correctly for it to work properly. There are two common mistakes made on these systems – locating the pressure switch in the wrong place and under-sizing the interconnecting piping. The two basic rules to follow: 1. Make sure all the tanks see the same pressure while the pump is running. 2. Make sure the pressure switch sees the same pressure as the tanks. To comply with rule 1, use a largeenough manifold pipe to assure the flow velocity does not exceed 6 feet per second. This will keep the pressure drop to a minimum from one end to the other, and help assure uniform pressure in the entire tank system. As a refresher on how to size your piping system, refer to this series in the January and February 2011 issues of National Driller. To comply with rule 2, place the pressure switch as close to the center of the tanks as possible. Figures 2 and 3 illustrate proper pressure switch placement. When properly designed and installed, the use of multiple residential-type pressure tanks in a larger high-capacity system offers a viable alternative to a single, large conventional pressure tank. Next time you need more tank capacity, give this alternative some consideration. ND

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Water for Life – Bringing Quality Water to Haiti by Joe Bradfield

n 1971, Willis Miller set out to make a contribution in this life that truly would matter. He moved to Haiti where, in spite of living on an island, much of the population lived without access to clean drinking water. For the next 10 years, he drilled water wells with several companies, intent on sharing God’s love by giving people what has been the most powerful symbol of life for every culture from the beginning of time. However, with no investment by the primary stake-

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holders, the pumps fell into disrepair. The islanders returned to dirty creeks and backwaters for drinking water, and waterborne diseases and maladies ensued. Ten years after he started, Miller went back home to Wapello, Iowa, defeated. His farmer friend Kenneth Grimm didn’t let him quit. Grimm sold farm equipment, rented out 250 acres of land, and, within three months, brought Miller $30,000 dollars, saying, “You can do it.” So Miller returned to Haiti to start his own well drilling ministry. For the past 28 years, his operation has continued as a diverse, multidenominational mission that’s been so successful that it recently added another drill rig – an Atlas Copco T2W.

Origin of Water for Life Leon Miller, who joined his father in the Haiti mission in 1985, retells the story of how the mission got its name. “We always wanted people to realize the love of Jesus in this. The villagers are so happy when we hit water. They hug you. They kiss you. To the people, the driller is a kind of a hero.” In that first year, Leon says a missionary named Marion Layman, witnessing just 22 | NATIONALDRILLER October 2011

such a celebration, remarked to his father, “Water is life. So you should call your mission ‘Water for Life.’” And so his father did, pleased with its Christian overtones. Today, there are several organizations in the world with missions named “Water for Life,” but there is no real affiliation among them other than that they bear the same name. To distinguish their operation from others, the Millers simply added “Haiti” to their company moniker, becoming “Water for Life Haiti.”

Strong As Ever Though Leon and his wife came back to give their children a more customary American lifestyle while the children grew up, he has been continuously involved with Water for Life for 25 years. Leon’s nephew, Troy Miller, has been the primary driller for the past three years. He lives in remote areas among the Haitian people, who provide him with food and lodging during his work. And Leon’s brother-in-law, Leonard Hochstedler, serves as home office administrator back in Iowa, ordering and arranging shipping for parts and supplies, casing and pumps, and taking care of all the paperwork. At age 90, Willis is officially retired, though he still is involved with Water for Life Haiti even today from his home in Kalona, Iowa. (Continued on Page 24)

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(Haiti - Continued from Page 22) Prior to his return to the United States with his uncle Leon to pick up their new Atlas Copco T2W, Troy had just completed the 798th 5-inch well. These wells are drilled in abrasive volcanic rock with some shale at altitude, and in sand and gravel formations in the bottom lands. They have drilled to as deep as 800 feet or more, but the average well is 125 feet to 150 feet deep. Wells drilled closer to the coastlines run the risk of hitting brine, but they have been fairly successful; only 50 of the wells have had to be abandoned as dry or too salty.

Irrigation’s Impact Soon after Water for Life Haiti started its mission, Grimm devised an irrigation plan. There was good soil here with water just 100 feet below it. So they drilled a

10-inch well, and installed a diesel-powered turbine to provide flood irrigation from the 900-gpm water source. Once the land was cleared and watered, the people began growing corn, beans, banana trees and vegetables. Next, Grimm’s generous contacts from Nebraska provided 750-foot-long center-pivot irrigation sprinklers. The irrigated circles beneath the sprinklers were divided into halfacre, pie-shaped lots for family gardens. Irrigation’s success meant the people now needed a corn grinder for all the grain they raised. Water for Life provided one, as well as a walk-in cooler for storage, which local fishermen also began to use to keep their catches fresh. The benefits just continued to escalate from there. For instance, with ample water available and more abundant food, children who had been a critical labor force for daily sustenance now were free to attend school.

Today’s Operations One significant difference between today’s Water for Life operation and Willis Miller’s initial experience drilling in the 1970s is that the primary stakeholders must invest in the project, raising funds for a well. The example given was around $200 in Haitian dollars. This may seem nominal by American standards, but it is a significant amount for a Haitian community to raise. And to maintain the wells, Water for Life now has a Haitian crew that operates a truck with a winch on back that can go wherever repairs are needed. Repairs also require community funding. Primary stakeholders now take measures to protect the pump from carelessness and abuse. The result is that pumps last much longer, since community leaders know they will have to come up with the money again for any upkeep. Water for Life will not turn away from need, though. Leon says that the organization knows too well that if a village can’t fix a pump, the villagers will go back to drinking dirty water, and the cycle of disease will begin again. Larger expenses are paid from donations abroad, such as those for a bulldozer and a dump truck drill for opening or upgrading roads to the sites for drilling the wells. Leon says God surely is indicating that he wants the mission to continue, because money for these essential machines comes in when it’s needed, as now, with the purchase of the new T2W.

Choosing the Rig The T2W was well-endorsed by the team’s resident equipment specialist, Harold “Buck” White. White first started working on drilling sites with his father when he was 8 years old. By the age of 18, he was a driller himself. During the time he was a salesman for Ingersoll–Rand in (Continued on Page 26) 24 | NATIONALDRILLER October 2011

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(Haiti - Continued from Page 24) Villa Park, Ill., he met Leon Miller, and sold Water for Life its first drill – a competitor’s model. Now retired, White remains dedicated to what he calls an “awesome, awesome mission,” saying Leon’s crews “drill wells as real water well drillers, not just churchy people.” According to White, these men aren’t just visiting missionaries, but real drillers, living out in the middle of nowhere. All told, White has been to Haiti 28 times to help out with that first rig, finetuning it and repairing it.

Testing the Rig The rig traveled from the Atlas Copco manufacturing facility in Garland, Texas, directly to Milwaukee, Wis., for performance testing in Atlas Copco’s Waterwell Center of Excellence. Leon and Troy came to

Milwaukee from Haiti to take possession. In the unusually cold April the Midwest was enduring, they drove it to Kalona, Iowa, to initiate the debug-

ging process of a new rig. Here they put its mud-drilling capability to the test. It had no problem in the rich farmland soil, but they really wanted

to try it in rock with their new Atlas Copco TD 40 hammer. Clint Madison’s farm near Williford, Ark., was the perfect place. He had plenty of rock, and his place was on the way to Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., where the rig would be loaded for shipment by sea. White had met Clint Madison of Madison Drilling near Williford, Ark., also while he was working as an Ingersoll-Rand salesman. Madison has a reputation for being able to fix or fabricate anything, and his farm bears this out with not only his own drill rig, but a vast array of machinery, including antique tractors and a tail-dragger airplane. He says that he’s been “turning wrenches” for Water for Life Haiti for years, and his son Rob has joined him in Haiti to make repairs. On the Madison farm, Troy quickly drilled through the unconsolidated soil of a low-lying pasture within a shout of the Madison homestead. Then he switched out the mud drill and tricone to put in the hammer. White and Madison joined Troy at the rig as it worked, and Troy fairly quickly found 21⁄2 feet per minute in limestone with an 8-inch bit on the TD 40. Leon explains that they needed to really put the rig through its paces, debugging it thoroughly, because once they got it back to Haiti, they would be far from support. “The pressures are dead on,” notes White. “I was ready to make adjustments but they didn’t need any. They did an excellent job up in Milwaukee,” referring to the Atlas Copco Waterwell Center of Excellence, where the rig had been gone over in systematic detail before Water for Life Haiti took possession. “Not just any rig can handle those roads,” Leon stresses. White agrees, adding, “It would tear the carriages right off a lot of other rigs.” For the extra margin of comfort, they did take the precaution of ordering their rig with lifting blocks under the suspension to raise everything another 4 inches. But its big wheels, ample power and small footprint ensured that it would be up to the demanding island environment. ND Joe Bradfield is senior writer for Ellenbecker Communications, an international communications firm specializing in the drilling, mining and construction industries.

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installation of header pipes that connect the loops to geothermal heating and cooling systems. The benefits of horizontal directional drilling can be fully appreciated in ground source heat pump (GSHP) retrofit applications where well-established landscaping and structures present a

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JUBILEE

Convention by Greg Ettling, editor

Charles Ray Clough (Double J Drilling of W. Va. Inc., Williamstown, W. Va.) stops by the Mobile Drill Intl. booth to see Jay Boland.

Making the rounds are Samuel and Kim Arrington (Arrington Well & Pump, Brevard, N.C.).

Betty and Samuel Ayers (Ayers Well Drilling, Callaway, Va.) visit with Franklin Electric’s Carl Wood.

R.H. and Ronnie Sapp (Ronnie Sapp Well Drilling, Glen St. Mary, Fla.) check in with Mark Laibe at the Versa-Drill exhibit.

t was a swan song of sorts in Myrtle Beach, S.C., as the South Atlantic Well Drillers JUBILEE is moving to Virginia Beach, Va., next year – and the year after. But regardless of the venue, JUBILEE is JUBILEE, and that means the industry gathers – with families on tow – to have fun and keep up with all the latest developments that can impact their businesses. The trade show, held July 30 – Aug. 1, once again offered a stellar lineup of educational programming. JUBILEE executive director Jane Cain says one of the goals for JUBILEE this year was to provide educational opportunities that people might not otherwise be able to access as easily. A prime example of that was the IGSHPA

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(International Ground Source Heat Pump Association) training course, which was much-appreciated by attendees. Seminars covered a vast array of timely topics that touched on all aspects of the industry, including well construction, business management, safety, environmental issues and water quality. Cain adds, “Outdoor exhibits always are quite popular, and we had an extended session of outdoor activities this year.” The association’s board of directors put on what they called “Our Future’s Forum.” Explains Cain: “This was an opportunity for the younger generation to sit down with the veteran drillers and discuss how to make things more relevant to the younger generation, and what

Preparing for the future are Brandt and Tanner Herndon, representing the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Forest City, N.C.

Representing Timmons Well Drilling, Mullins, S.C., are Ana’Stashia Richardson, Ashlie Davis and Joleek Timmons.

they’d like to see from their state associations to advance the industry. It was very interesting.” On the trade show floor, it was the usual scene – drilling contractors and water professionals taking in the latest industry offerings and exchanging ideas, while the kids loaded up on all the swag they could carry (and for some, more than they could carry). And the exhibit hall action provided an encouraging sign during the current economic climate. “We were very pleased that our exhibitor numbers held up well,” notes Cain. “We actually had 11 new companies this year.” Whether on the trade show floor, in classrooms, at the social events or just out and about, you couldn’t go more

than a few minutes of conversation without the move to Virginia Beach coming up. Change sometimes can be a little daunting – but that’s OK; we’ve all been through it, and a bit of anxious adrenaline can be fun. “The move to Virginia Beach is very exciting – and on several different levels,” says Cain. “First of all, we’re going to be going into a state-of-the-art convention center with all the first-class amenities available. And it’s situated where it’s not far from any of the attractions and activities of the area. The beach is right there, top-notch golf courses are plentiful, and the boardwalk – three mile (Continued on Page 38)

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Taking five are the ladies from Bouknight Well Drilling, Gilbert, S.C.

Charles Nichols and Tommy Rodden of J. Darby Well Drilling, Rock Hill, S.C.

Flomatic Corp.’s Nick Farrara is flanked by Duke and Mike Swearingen (AAA Well Drilling Inc., Lexington, S.C.).

The good folks from Camp’s Well & Pump Co., Ellenboro, N.C.

These guys have drilled a few wells: David Robison (W.S. Gowan Well Drilling, Spartanburg, S.C.), Stephen McNeill (McNeill Well Drilling, Blytheville, S.C.), Worth Pickard (JUBILEE board emeritus) and Percy McNeill (JUBILEE board emeritus).

Chauncey Leggett (Lake Valley Well Co., Tarboro, N.C.) gets into one at the JUBILEE golf tournament.

Gerrett and Craig Hutson (Water Pro Pump Service Inc., Durham, N.C.) enjoy the moment after taking first place in the golf tournament. The De Angelis family (Connecticut Test Borings, Seymour, Conn.) heads into the exhibit hall.

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ATS International Inc.’s Ted Dean presides over the “Basic Ground Water Geology” seminar program.

Nicholas and Jacob Dempsey (Dempsey Drilling, Cleveland, Tenn.) meet with Astec Underground’s Doug Zukowski.

CETCO’s Todd Tannehill enlightens conference attendees on “Essentials of Geothermal Grouting.”

long and beautifully appointed – is an award-winning, treasured hot spot for locals and tourists alike. There’s always something going on to enjoy, and it’s very family-friendly. Also, there’s a brand-new downtown Virginia Beach featuring many dining and shopping options. And nearby is a world-class aquarium, historic Williamsburg, a naval battleship museum, and an awardwinning amusement park – the scope of fun things to do and see is very wide.” So no excuses – in addition to the JUBILEE itself, there’s something for everyone in Virginia Beach. We hope to see you there July 21-23, 2012. ND

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JOHN SCHMITT, CWD/PPI

“Let Me Tell Ya”

Our Industry Loses a Valued Member Harry Brown, MGWC, 1933–2011 U.S. Army, stationed in Germany, and, upon returning, became associated with Brown Drilling Co., started by his father and uncle in 1927. Shortly after his return, he purchased Brown Drilling Co., operating since then from a Howell address. Under Harry’s leadership, Brown Drilling Co. became one of the larger drilling contractors in the state of Michigan. The company has drilled wells of all sizes and types – many domestic wells, a large number of commercial wells for motels and other establishments, and a number of really high-capacity industrial wells for irrigation, hospitals and municipalities. Harry had experience drilling almost every type of water well drilling method – jetting, hollow-rod, cable-tool, mud rotary, air rotary, casing hammer, down-the-hole hammer, auger and other methods. He had drilled wells from as small as 2 inches (yes, there still are quite a few 2-in.

he ground water industry lost one of its finest members with the death of Harry Brown, MGWC, at age 77 on Aug. 7, 2011. Harry had waged a courageous battle with cancer and other afflictions over the past few years. We understand that he passed on with his loving family nearby and in relative comfort. Harry Brown was born in Osceola Township, Mich., near the town of Howell on Dec. 21, 1933. He was the son of Ronald Brown and Helen BrowningBrown. Ronald Brown himself was a water well driller. Harry graduated from Hartland High School in 1952, and, in 1953, married Ingrid Hasenbusch, who was from Howell. Harry then served a two-year hitch in the Harry R. Brown.

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wells in Michigan, and they work very well) up to and including 24-inch wells. Brown Drilling also installs and repairs pumps of all types, from domestic jet pumps and submersibles up through large lineshaft-types used for irrigation and municipal water supply. The company also provides water-conditioning equipment, and has built a number of large pump houses for various uses. Perhaps the largest and most successful well Brown Drilling ever completed was done near Brighton, Mich., a few years ago; it was started with a 24-inch casing, and completed with 60 feet of screen in sand and gravel. This writer was privileged to see that well test-pumped, and it was being done at a rate of 6,000 gpm. This was an awesome sight, with two 14-inch discharge pipes from a large lineshaft-type pump driven by a Detroit Diesel. The twin 14-inch pipes were equipped with circular orifice plates, and the 10-inch to 12-inch streams of water exited six feet aboveground, and hit the ground some 60 feet away. After a successful test pumping, the hydrogeologist on the job determined (Continued on Page 42)

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That’s where CME’s expertise comes in. When you need to know which core bit will last the longest in a certain formation, or which bentonite polymer mix to use for a specific job, CME can give you the answer. With over 75 years experience in the drilling equipment business, CME has a lot of free knowledge to pass along. Give us a call. Just one call.

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(Schmitt - Continued from Page 40) that the well’s real capacity was more like 10,000 gpm, but the pumping was limited to 6,000, due to the pump capacity. Originally intended for a subdivision, this well was sold by the owner to the local township for a municipal supply. In the mid 1950s, Harry joined the then Michigan Well Drillers Association (MWDA), today known as the Michigan Ground Water Association (MGWA). He had remained a member to his death, and, in fact, was a lifetime member on that occasion. He served a couple stints on the MWDA board, including serving as board secretary and other offices. He was named Well Driller of the Year – the highest MWDA award – during the 1990s. He attended many, many MWDA/MGWA conventions, and enjoyed the educational seminars, business meetings and exhibits. He enjoyed visiting with other drillers and the exchange of ideas when these fellows got together. Shortly after joining the MWDA, Harry joined the then National Water Well Association, now known as the National Ground Water Association (NGWA). When this group introduced its driller certification, Harry became a master ground water contractor, and maintained that designation to his death. He was very proud of being a master ground water contrac-

tor, and attended a whole bunch of NGWA conventions, where he enjoyed the educational events, exhibits and exchange of ideas, just like he did at the Michigan shows. In the 1970s, Harry worked as a consultant in the United Arab Emirates, Yemen, Saudi Arabia and West African countries, including Upper Volta. He told this writer that operating a drilling project in Africa was “an interesting experience.” In addition to his drilling activities, Harry was a backpacker, camper, gentlemen farmer, sportsman, sports fan, gardener, hunter, fisherman and pilot. He especially loved Isle Royale National Park on Lake Superior, where there are absolutely no vehicles, and back- John Schmitt, Ingrid Brown and Harry Brown at the 1989 Rose Bowl game. packing by foot power is the only way to get around. He was a guest eral years, and his wife, Kimberly. doors on the shores of a pretty lake, of this writer at numerous University He also is survived by two beloved and Harry would have loved it, havof Michigan football games, and granddaughters, Emily Coghill of ing worked at that facility when he we, along with our wives, attended Grand Rapids, Mich., and Carolyn was a teenager. His daughter Linda the 1989 Rose Bowl game whereby, Coghill-Schyck and her husband Paul delivered a beautiful eulogy, and this miracles of miracles, Michigan beat of Manhattan, Kan.; as well as his writer added some short remarks USC 22-14. He was an experienced sister Dorothy Bourassa and brother about Harry’s life and career. As you probably have figured out traveler, and enjoyed several trips Richard Brown. Harry’s life was memorialized with by now, Harry was a close and dear to Germany, the birth country of his a visitation at MacDonald Funeral friend of this writer, and will be greatwife, Ingrid. In addition to Ingrid, Harry is sur- Home in Howell, Mich., on Aug. 14. ly missed. All his friends offer their vived by his daughters, Darlene His funeral, with a crowd of about 300 deepest sympathies to Ingrid and his Coghill and Linda Brown, and son present, was held at Waldenwoods other survivors. The world seems a Stanley Brown, who has managed near Hartland, Mich., on Monday, little colder place that he is no longer Brown Drilling Co. for the last sev- Aug. 15. This event took place out- walking in it with us. ND

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emember the good old days – when prices at the pumps were semi-reasonable – and they stayed that way. Well, the good old days are gone forever, and today we live in a world where fuel prices seem to go up by the hour. Now pundits speculate on living with oil prices running up to $200 per barrel. As consumers, many of us have adjusted our lifestyles. We try to drive less. Some choose to car pool, while others get rid of their gas-guzzlers and opt for more fuel-efficient vehicles, including hybrids. For companies, the good old days meant fuel up and go. Little attention was paid to managing fuel. But in the past year, the price of oil has been cutting deeper than ever into profits, causing owners and managers to adopt a new fuel consciousness. Fuel management is a necessity. You can’t control the price of fuel, but you can control your fuel consumption. The answer is fuel management. Any company can improve their fuel efficiencies. It takes work and commitment from the head office to your people on the road and at the job sites. More and more companies are making changes in their operating practices to cut costs now and to be

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prepared for even higher costs in the future. To help you adjust, here are 10 ways to cut fuel costs: 1. Train and educate your drivers. It starts with the people who have their feet on the gas pedal. Your drivers can control fuel consumption each time they fire up their engines, and proper training can improve fuel efficiency, economy and emissions. Hard acceleration, speeding and idling are the biggest causes of fuel waste. Initiate a training course for drivers, and reward participation. 2. Decrease idling. Be aware of the time engines idle. No longer can we leave machinery and equipment running all day long. Stop your engines! Excessive idling adds to your fuel costs by as much as 50 percent, and can shorten the life of engine oil by 75 percent, adding more costs. Initiate a campaign to reduce idling time and reward participants. Allowing an engine to idle more than three minutes causes expensive damage, which harms efficiency, shortens engine life and increases maintenance costs. It all adds up. 3. Start off slower. This is another lesson your drivers must be taught. Jackrabbit starts waste fuel and save less than 3 minutes per hour driving, but can result in using 40 percent more fuel and increasing toxic

emissions by 400 percent. What’s the rush? Ease up on the gas pedal, and your efficiencies will improve. 4. Slow down. Speeding is dangerous, it wastes fuel, and it creates higher levels of toxic emissions. Speeds over 65 mph drastically impact fuel efficiencies – cars traveling at 75 mph use 20 percent more fuel. Trucks traveling at 75 mph use 50 percent more fuel, and they also emit 100 percent more carbon monoxide, 50 percent more hydrocarbons and 31 percent more nitrogen oxides. 5. Lose weight. Excess weight places unnecessary strain on your vehicle’s engine, and greatly affects its fuel efficiency. By removing as little as 100 pounds, you can significantly improve your gas mileage. Check each vehicle and pitch out that unnecessary weight. 6. Use a fuel management system. This is the most powerful way to lower fuel costs and increase productivity. Available systems range from basic on-site refueling (which saves up to 20 minutes in wasted time and fuel each day, per vehicle) to automated fuel tracking (which details every gallon pumped into every vehicle by date, time, quantity and fuel type) to telematics (Continued on Next Page)

(Fuel - Continued) (which measures overall fuel efficiency, vehicle performance, tracks fuel waste due to idling, speeding, etc., and identifies critical areas to improve efficiency and reduce fuel costs and emissions). The technology exists so you can become a fuel manager and stay on top of your fuel consumption, one vehicle at a time. It can work for you. 7. Upgrade your fleet. Whenever possible, invest in modern, fuel-efficient vehicles. Modern diesel engines are far more fuel-efficient and perform better with modern diesel fuels such as ultra-low sulphur diesel and biodiesel. Though it may seem expensive, new diesel vehicles can save thousands of dollars in maintenance, fuel and productivity per vehicle. Measure each piece of equipment for fuel efficiency, and get rid of the bad ones. Replace and upgrade your equipment regularly. It may hurt now, but it will pay you back. 8. Tune-up vehicles regularly. Do you have a stringent, well-managed maintenance policy? Many companies have a fix-it-when-it-breaks mindset. This attitude costs too much in wasted fuel. A well-maintained vehicle performs better, improves fuel efficiency, reduces toxic emissions and, in the long run, will cost less to maintain. 9. Pump it up. Proper tire inflation improves gas mileage. Our statistics show improperly inflated tires can cost up to two weeks worth of fuel per year. How

big is your fleet? Two weeks per year per vehicle can add up to thousands of dollars in lost profits. In addition, proper inflation results in improved vehicle and braking performance, and increases tire life. 10. Implement advanced mobile asset management technology. Wow, that’s a mouthful. You can measure and manage your fleet better when you have the right information. Tracking miles

traveled, average speed and engine efficiency is critical to cutting fuel costs. This information will help your drivers and managers optimize routes with better planning. Mapping software and GPS can eliminate a lot of unnecessary miles. Less time on the road means less fuel consumed, less wear on vehicles, decreased expenditures and overall increased productivity – plus lower toxic emissions.

Once you have made a total commitment to managing your fuel better and changing some of your bad fuel habits, results will follow. Stick with it. Fuel prices are only going up. ND Jack Lee is the president and CEO of 4Refuel Canada Inc., a leader in fuel management systems; you can reach him at 604-513-0386 or [email protected].

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or years, when Bess said something to me, I almost always would ask, “What?” which didn’t bother me, but I know it aggravated Bess. Many times, she just thought that I wasn’t paying attention. That wasn’t always true. We all knew that Bess has hyper-hearing because she always would have the TV volume so low that we couldn’t hear what was being said. Everyone also knew that she had sensitive hearing because you could whisper something in the next room or upstairs, and she would hear every word. The boys and I couldn’t have any secrets; we couldn’t get by with anything. The boys said that mom knew what they were thinking before they had even thought of it. I decided that I would prove I didn’t have a hearing problem, so I went to a hearing specialist. The team there gave me a complete hearing test, and lo and behold, I didn’t hear high frequencies in my left ear. It was like hearing in mono instead of stereo. They said that they could set me up with a set of hearing aids, but that I needed to bring Bess in with me. Yeah, right! A sales tool; you can’t sell anything without the wife’s OK. I returned with Bess, and they proceeded to fix me up with a set of hearing aids. Without the hearing aids and me not facing Bess, they had Bess repeat certain words and sentences. Then I was asked to repeat what I heard. What I heard wasn’t what she said. Then they gave me a set of hearing aids, and, with a computer, adjusted them to my hearing needs. Then the team repeated the same test again. They had me to face away from Bess, and had her to say certain words and sentences. Then I was asked to repeat what I heard. I could repeat every word and sentence. Then they took her into another room around the corner some 30 feet away. Again, she said specific words and sentences, and I heard and repeated everything word-for-word. Now we’re talking! What will the hearing aids cost? The specialist said that the set would be $7,500. I couldn’t hear again. How about $4,500? I still couldn’t hear. Well, then the specialist said, “We can supply you a rebuilt set for $2,500.” Now I’m beginning to hear again. Well, I walked out with a new rebuilt set of hearing aids, but much lighter in the pocketbook. Getting in the car, I could hear, and remembered that keys jingle and signal lights have a clicking sound when engaged. More importantly, I could hear Bess without her having to repeat everything. Bess is happy, and I’m broker, but I can hear. We got home, turned on the television, and what the heck, I couldn’t hear it. It’s Bess’ @#$%^&* hyper-

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Porky’s Hearing Aids hearing. The TV’s turned down to where even with my $2,500 hearing aids, I still can’t hear. Oh well, thank God for the closed captions on the television. Now, when Bess asks me to bring something home from town, I usually bring home the right thing – or close enough to it. Honestly, those who think they hear OK may not. Get your hearing tested. It doesn’t cost much, if anything. The cost comes when you need to purchase hearing aids. But if you find that you need them, get ’em. You, your family and your friends all will be much happier, I promise. ND

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Geothermal Project Profile Advertorial

A revolutionary approach to ground source heat pump installations by Randy Happel

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ore than two centuries ago, during Pennsylvania’s cold winter months, smoke would billow from the twin chimneys of the quaint York County Courthouse, a sign that the delegates of the Second Continental Congress had gathered, huddled next to the inefficient crackling fires of two wood-burning fireplaces that mirrored each other inside the chamber. The original structure was demolished in 1841, leaving Continental Square – the site where the famed courthouse stood for nearly a century – with a huge void.

lowed us to easily reposition the drill, providing a great deal of flexibility – a something that is very important when dealing with confined spaces.”

Rock ’n Drill Having drilled in this area on several previous occasions, Kling was familiar with the rock-laden conditions, and also anticipated having to control some ground water infiltration in the boreholes, especially since the site was located within 100 feet of Codorus Creek. He was surprised, even delighted, that ground water infiltration didn’t occur until reaching a depth of about 140 feet. For tooling, Kling selected a 4-inch air hammer, and alternated between a 47⁄8-inch- and 5-inch- diameter bit. “With the D20x22FX flex angle drill, we definitely have the right tool for geothermal installations,” Kling says. “This machine has opened up the prospects for a whole lot more people to be able to install geothermal ground source heat pump systems

In 1976, the locals rebuilt a replica. However, after 35 years, the time had come to replace the aged and inefficient system that heats and cools Colonial Courthouse. So the York Country Heritage Trust met to discuss options. According to Susan Smith, the Heritage Trust’s chief financial officer, the decision to invest in geothermal made the most sense. “The geothermal system cost more initially,” Smith from the ground is extracted and transferred back to the building. It’s an extremely efficient and cost-effective system.” R. R. Kling & Sons began installing horizontal-loop geothermal systems in 2007 after encountering challenges with some vertical installations that required big truck-mounted, well-drilling rigs and confined drilling spaces. That’s when Kling caught wind of a new type of drill offered by Vermeer Corp. “We researched the new D20x22FX flex angle drill that Vermeer had just come out with, and went to see a demonstration,” Kling recalls. “After seeing the drill in action, especially in light of the soil formations prevalent in our area, we decided the flex angle drill was the solution we were looking for.”

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says, “but after crunching the payback numbers, we estimate going with a geothermal system will save several thousand dollars each year in utility bills. We will recoup the additional upfront expense within seven years, and continue the savings for many years beyond that.” After completing its geothermal ground source heat pump research, the Heritage Trust put its faith in Mt. Wolf, Pa., contractor R. R. Kling & Sons. Scott Kling, general manager, explains how the new geothermal system works. “The Colonial Courthouse’s geothermal system has loops running through the ground that take heat out of the building in the summer and push it into the ground,” Kling explains. “Conversely, during winter months, heat

The York Colonial Courthouse replica is flanked by the scenic banks of Codorus Creek and Heritage Trail. Several overhanging trees dot the landscape of the property that also is enclosed by a split rail fence. Given the proximity of the rail trail and the structure’s historic significance, there also is a lot of foot traffic. These factors combined made limiting the footprint of this hallowed site all the more important. The geothermal system designed for the courthouse is composed of 1,500 feet of vertical loops that tie together and connect to an existing supply and return line. Due to space confinements of the jobsite, Kling decided to install 10 vertical lines at approximately 150 feet deep in two rows composed of five bores each. Each loop was bored at a particular angle to maximize footage in the ground and maintain the 15-foot separation between the loops at a depth of 20 feet. “The flex angle drill allowed us to change the angle of the bore and more effectively use the confined space that was available for the loop field,” says Kling. “The counter-rotating tracks on the D20x22FX drill also al-

for their homes, especially in tight spaces where it wouldn’t have been possible to get into with other equipment.” As for the Heritage Trust and the new heating/cooling system R. R. Kling & Sons was able to install on its prized, historic site with minimal disruption, Smith is elated. “I’m sure the 56 members of the Continental Congress would consider the installation of our new geothermal system somewhat revolutionary in its own right,” Smith says. “The juxtaposition of the old vs. new … it’s all very interesting.” Randy Happel is a features writer for Two Rivers Marketing.

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In efforts to continue leading the way with intelligent, real-world advancements in drilling technology, Schramm designed and implemented the new Casing Rotator, combined with the T450GT Track Rig. The Schramm T450GT Track Rig is a compact, 30,000-pound hoist, highly maneuverable track-mounted drill rig with

a large-volume, high-pressure air compressor. The deckmounted diesel engine provides reliable power for all hydraulic air systems, while the rugged top-head-drive rotation and efficient pipe-handling provide high productivity on the job site. With the T450GT Track Rig and Casing Rotator combination, casing and drill pipe are drilled simultaneously, presenting less footprint and equipment on-site, and lowering operating costs. This optional Casing Rotator device features a rotary top-head and rotary table fixed to a sliding-mast feed system. Utilizing the tilting top-head function, the casing is loaded into a rotary table. In conjunction with a sliding mast, the rotary table advances 6- and 8-inch steel casing through unconsolidated overburden earth formations, including heaving sands, gravel and glacial till. Cuttings are routed through a discharge swivel, and sent to a cyclone to control placement of the drilled material. Upon completion of casing placement, drilling continues without any interruption until reaching target depth. For more than a century, Schramm has specialized in providing the highest-quality mobile, top-head hydraulic rotary drilling rigs in various sectors worldwide. With new technologies such as the Casing Rotator option, Schramm continues to provide a safer, more productive drilling experience to customers around the world. For more information, visit www.schramminc.com, or email [email protected].

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Geothermal drilling has exploded across the country, and the demand for tools designed to address the specific needs has exploded right along with it. Contractors across the country have learned that throwing the same old bit at every application yields the same old results. Mills Machine Co., in Shawnee, Okla., took a different approach. For starters, the company listened to what the drillers were saying, and developed a tool to suit their requirements. The Mills GEOCLAW Bit fills the niche for smaller-size bullet bits. Their construction is more versatile, and their performance is superior to the smaller bullet bits previously available. Mills GEOCLAW Bits are available in a heavy-duty crossed-bit construction and a standard pilot bit form. These unique bits fill an important need in the drilling industry. All of Mills’ Claw Bit designs offer rapid penetration, drilling time as fast as – or faster than – that of a drag bit, and are as tough as a roller rock bit. They feature economical, inexpensive field-replaceable cutters. The conical bullet-shaped cutters rotate in

their blocks to provide a self-sharpening effect, extending the life of the bit and reducing torque. The overall result is speed, durability and inexpensive maintenance. Making hole is the name of the game, and that is what these bits do. Sometimes even the same old rotary drilling method won’t work! In certain parts of the country, soil conditions are such that the instability of the soil prevents the installation of the “loops.” The hole just won’t stay open

ong enough, deep enough to facilitate completion. To that end, some contractors are turning to the oldest drilling method known to man – the auger; in this case, the hollow-stem auger. In certain soil conditions where shallow (200-ft.) wells are appropriate, some have successfully utilized 21⁄4-inch hollow-stem augers strings to get the job done. The 21⁄4-inch internal diameter center tube can accommodate the loop, and functions as a temporary casing while it is installed, and leaves a very manageable 61⁄2-inch hole to deal with. The challenge, it turns out, is finding a string of 21⁄4-inch augers strong enough to handle the rigors and depth of such a well. Common 21⁄4-inch hollowstem augers use 1⁄4-inch-thick flighting to convey the cuttings, and support the body of the auger. Mills Machine Co., steeped in experience from the oilfields of Oklahoma and Texas, learned along time ago that, when it comes to steel and drill tooling, less is not more. Its 3⁄8-inch flighting is substantially more robust, enabling more confident drilling and greater depths. The company also offers a complete selection of auger cutter heads to help “dial-in” efficiency. Mills Machine products are proudly made in the U.S.A.

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Kickapoo Drilling installs loops at the Lincoln Tomb

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e certainly hear a lot about geothermal systems being installed in new construction projects – both commercial/industrial and residential. But geothermal also can prove to be quite appropriate for historical construction as well, as is the case with the Lincoln Tomb in Springfield, Ill. An efficient environmental-control system is important, as it will serve to protect the historic interior and all its furnishings. Another bonus with the new geothermal system is the removal of a rather unattractive airconditioning unit in an otherwise pristine setting.

Drilling operations for the project were handled by Kickapoo Drilling Co., Downs, Ill. Says Kickapoo president Jim Layten, “We took care of all the outside work for this particular project – the water supplies, the irrigations systems that had to be changed out and the 24 boreholes for the loops.” Using a 2006 Versa-Drill rig, Layten’s crew drove 5-inch boreholes for the 1-inch loops; the boreholes went down to 220 feet, and had 1.2 grout in them. Asked about the drilling conditions encountered, Layten explains, “It was mostly all shale, with a few streaks of limestone and a few streaks of coal. We didn’t anticipate some of the hard spots, and didn’t have the proper bits on-site at first. After first using drag bits, we got some PDC bits in there, and they went right on through. Overall, it was pretty straight-forward.” The job site itself, however, did pose a couple unique challenges. One was making sure to keep the site as clean as possible because of its stature as a national historical site – it’s the second-most-visited cemetery in the country. Layten tells of another: “We didn’t think

much of it at the time when we were asked to respect the funeral processions and such. We figured, no big deal; we’ll go ahead and just shut down for a brief period of time. We soon found out that there were two and three processions a day coming through, and that became somewhat of an issue for us at the beginning. But the cemetery staff worked with us and got the processions moved to an alternate route, so we didn’t have to shut down all the time.” And the horizontal drillers – Kickapoo subbed out that part of the operation – had a little difficulty getting into the tomb. “It was built in 1870s, and the drawings weren’t that great,” Layten explains. “There was some trouble getting under and around the footings – there were double-wall footings – so it was a challenge to get into the center of the tomb.” The job was completed in two weeks. “I was reminded that we were drilling there on Election Day for a project honoring our 16th president,” Layten relates. Kickapoo is on its third generation. Layten recounts: “My father started drilling in 1937. He did have to take a little bit of time off to deal with World War II. When he got back, he went out and bought a cable-tool rig to use. In 1963, we went into a partnership with a guy fairly close to here who had a rotary rig – that’s how we got into the rotary drilling business. In 1967, we bought out the partner, and it’s been us ever since. My son, Mark, and my daughter, Sarah, both work with me now, so I’m starting to look at going fishing more often. My son is doing most of the managing of the drill rigs on the water well side, and I’m kind of expanding into the geothermal side, which is growing rapidly. We started into it in 2002, but didn’t do too much of it until about three years ago. We got into the commercial side, and went after some of these larger jobs. We’re probably not quite 50 percent on the geo side, but it’s growing rapidly.” The company runs four rigs – two Failing cable-drive rigs that do most of the water well work, and two VersaDrill rigs that concentrate on geothermal. Kickapoo typically employs 15 people, and besides drilling, also does complete water systems. “We’re trying to get more service crews up and running on our water well side,” says Layten. “The rural water district systems are on their way, but they’re not here yet. What’s happening is the water well industry is getting older and older, and there aren’t many people coming in behind the companies that are going out of business, so our territory is expanding a little bit in that area.” Layten looked into geotechnical work back in the 1980s, but says, “The equipment we had just didn’t fit. With the geothermal work, most of your equipment does transfer over. You find that you do need a lot more specialized equipment, and there is a bit of a learning curve, but it’s easy enough to make the transition.” Like making the transition from worms and minnows to spinnerbaits and spoons.

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onitoring well development is necessary to ensure that complete hydraulic connection is made – and maintained – between the well and the aquifer material surrounding the well screen and filter pack. The appropriate development method should be selected for each project on the basis of the circumstances, lithology, objectives and requirements of that project. Project-specific planning documents can identify the specific development method to be used. In general, most wells are developed by using surge block and bailing methods to draw the coarse and/or fine material out of the sand pack. Other development methods that may be used include jetting, airlift and submersible pump methods. Jetting typically is not used as a development method for environmental investigations, but is commonly used for water resource monitoring wells or production wells. Well development should begin no sooner than 48 hours after well installation. However, if drilling muds are used during

Potential physical and chemical hazards need to be addressed when planning monitoring well installation. Photos courtesy of the U.S. Geological Survey.

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(Monitor - Continued) well installation, well development should occur approximately 24 hours following well installation so that the drilling mud does not set up in the well screen section. Generally, a phased process is used to develop wells, starting with a gentle bailing phase to remove sand, followed by a surging phase, and then a pumping phase after the well begins to clear up. After a well is first installed, and, in fact, often before the bentonite pellet seal is set, gentle bailing is used to remove water and sand

Surge blocks need to be constructed of materials that will not introduce contamination into the well. Surge blocks should have some manner of allowing pressure release to prevent casing collapse. The surge block is moved up and down the well screen interval and then removed, followed by a return to bailing to remove any sand brought into the well by the surging action. Care should be taken to not surge too strongly, as the well screen interval often is the weakest part of a well. Surging should be followed by additional bailing to remove fine ma-

impossible. During well development, pH, specific conductivity, temperature and turbidity should be monitored frequently to establish natural conditions and evaluate whether the well has been completely developed. The main criterion for well development is clear water (Nephelometric turbidity units or NTU of less than 5). As mentioned above, clear water often can be impossible to obtain with environmental monitoring wells. A further criterion for completed well development is that the other water-quality parameters mentioned above stabilize to within 10 percent between readings over one well volume. The minimum volume of water purged from the well during development should be approximately a minimum of three borehole volumes (wells

typically will not reach stabilization of water-quality parameters before this condition is achieved, and may not have reached stability even after this threshold has been achieved). The above is a general guideline for difficult well development; projectspecific planning should address any project constraints on well development. Development water should be stored in 55-gallon Department of Transportation-approved drums and/ or baker tanks, depending upon the total volume of purge water removed from the newly installed wells. ND This article is provided through the courtesy of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency; it is excerpted from the agency’s standard operating procedures for monitoring well installation.

Gentle bailing to remove water and sand from the well. from the well. The purpose of this technique is used to settle the sand pack. After further well sealant materials have been added and allowed to set for approximately 48 hours, bailing is resumed as part of well development. The purpose of bailing is to remove any fine material that may have accumulated in the well, and start pulling in natural material into the sand pack. Bailing often is conducted until the sand content in the removed water begins to decrease. After the sand content begins to decrease, surging is conducted. A surge block is used to move sediments from the filter pack into the well casing.

terials that may have entered the well during the surging effort. After surging has been completed and the sand content of the bailed water has decreased, a submersible pump is used to continue well development. The pump should be moved up and down the well screen interval until the obtained water is relatively clear. Well development must continue until the water in the well clarifies, and monitoring parameters, such as pH, specific conductivity and temperature, stabilize. It should be noted that where very fine-grained formations are opposite the screened interval, continued well development until clear water is obtained might be Card No. 23

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MD Drilling & Blasting Honored and Institutional Builders, Wellesley, Mass. “We have a very strong safety culture,” says Capasso. “Our safety director and team should be congratulated, as well as the individuals within the MD division in Massachusetts, es-

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With a Pennsylvania regulation becoming law that prevents the discharge of incompletely treated hydrofracturing (frac) water from natural gas drilling into area rivers, Altela Inc., a water treatment company based in Albuquerque, N.M., has begun implementation of the solution to the frac water problem at a plant in Williamsport, Pa., by treating 100,000 gallons a day of frac water to better-than-drinkingwater standards. This successfully treated water can be used again for hydrofracturing, or put into our rivers with no harmful effects to people or wildlife. “The treatment of Marcellus Shale flowback frac water in Pennsylvania has successfully begun,” says Altela CEO Ned Godshall. Under the new regulation, natural gas drilling companies will no longer be permitted to take frac wastewater to facilities throughout Pennsylvania that failed to properly remove salt and other contaminates before releasing the water into rivers. The regulation comes after authorities discovered high levels of bromide, other harmful chemicals and total dissolved solids (TDS) in river water sampling. The new Altela technology in Williamsport, at Clean Streams LLC, successfully removes salts and contaminants to safe standards, according to state and federal officials. “With 4 million gallons of water generated from a single natural gas

well, it’s imperative water treatment plants find a safe and effective way to treat frac water,” says Altela CEO Ned Godshall. Godshall, who grew up in central Pennsylvania, views the state’s ability to properly treat its frac water as paramount to the success of the natural gas drilling in the Marcellus Shale. Thousands of jobs are at risk if natural gas companies in Pennsylvania cannot meet regulations. A study by Penn State estimated more than 215,000 jobs with an average salary of $79,184 would be created by natural gas drilling in Pennsylvania by 2015, if the industry can thrive. Altela’s technology treats water by mimicking mother nature’s process of making rain The mechanics are simple – each AltelaRain tower is composed of two chambers. Steam and ambient temperature air, taken from a heat stream or waste heat, circulate throughout the two chambers. As brackish water enters one chamber, it evaporates by passing through the steam. The water’s contaminants fall to the bottom and exit the chamber. Next, dry air is pumped into the bottom of chamber, which carries the evaporated water molecules into the other chamber. From there, the water is condensed into clean water droplets. As the water condenses, it becomes colder, and emits heat that re-enters the other chamber and evaporates the brackish water.

It’s Safety First at Summit Drilling Summit Drilling, Bridgewater, N.J., one of the Northeast’s largest environmental drilling companies also is one of the region’s safest operators. Summit Drilling’s director of health and safety, Denis Crayon, accepted a well-deserved Recognition Award at the Governor’s Annual Occupational Safety and Health Awards Program. This award is presented to organizations with an outstanding safety records throughout 2010. This annual event has been a pillar of achievement in the prevention of workplace injury and illness for 83 years. The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development, the New Jersey State Industrial Safety Committee, and the New Jersey State Safety Council sponsor this important program. Summit Drilling’s commitment to health and safety has reached new heights, having more than doubled its efforts over the past three years. Field service crews, members of operations, health and safety program coordinators and management are required to attend 6 a.m. weekly health and safety meetings. “Our health and safety meetings provide an opportunity to share best practices and embed safety in the minds of our people on a consistent basis. Over time, this has become a part of our company culture, and is the glue holding our program together,” states Crayon. “If anyone feels that safety programs like this are unnecessary, I say look at the statistics. People first, and then equipment, are the company’s greatest assets. So how

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EQUIPMENT FOR SALE Ardco Super L ATV B-33 Mobile Drill X-Government Drill has 607 hours, slide base, drop hammer, Moyno pump, 2 winches in excellent condition. . . . . . . $40K. B-57 ORV has 2,011 hours slide base, drop hammer, 3L6 Moyno, 3 winches in good condition....$45K. 1987 Mobile B-57 mounted on a '94 F-800. Both diesels. 2 winches, drop hammer, cathead, Shelby tube extruder and slide base . . . $48K. Geoprobe 5400 mounted on a '96 F250 4x4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15K. 2003 AMS Power Probe 9700 -PTO mounted on a 2003 550 Ford with new diesel engine. Hollowstem capabilities, 5,000 ft/lb torque, 80” probe stroke, 5' push, 175 ft-lb hydraulic hammer, water tank . . . . . . . . $55K.

1988 CME-550 - Rubber tire, Deutz engine, 2 hoist plus wire line, 3L6, auto hammer, rod holder and breakout, QD spindle ............................................$60K. 678-227-2458 Located in Atlanta.

$82,000.....815-482-8995

2003 Soilmec 312, 105´ Kelly $320,000 OBO. 307-382-4216 Wanted To Buy: CME Rigs Any condition. Call 770-633-4252.

´72 CME high torque 55, 300 Ford, 25 ft. mast, wiggle tail auto hammer, on a ´82 International 4WD.......$35,000 OBO. ´83 CME standard 55, 5 cyl. Deutz diesel, wiggle tail auto hammer, breakaway mast, on ´96 Ford Cummins diesel. .........$45,000 OBO ..........308-380-5899.

Gus Pech - 21' Stroke. Very low hours, 9,608 miles on International Model 4900 truck 2,837 hrs. on rig, head completely rebuilt .............................Price Reduced. Call for info or photos 540-254-2289.

2000 CME 550X, Cummins diesel engine, angle drilling capabilities, Bean 435 pump, well maintained, excellent condition................Price $155,000.00. Also Available; 2000 Sterling Tractor and Dynaweld Trailer..Price $30,000.00. 313-389-5300 ´89 B-57 on ‘00 F-650, under CDL, gas engine, wiggle tail, auto hammer, 3L6. $40K 214-536-0212

1995 BK-51 (same as CME 45) Drilling Rig mounted on 1995 F-700 4x4. Rig and truck run excellent. 500 gallon water storage. 2 winches. 3L8 Moyno pump. Rig is located in Florida. Asking $25,000. Call 800-487-9665.

1995 Ford FT900F Truck w/Mobile Drill Rig: 102,262 miles on odometer, Cummins ISC L6, 8.3L (504CID) diesel engine, Eaton Fuller 16-speed transmission, Tandem axle w/differential lock, Brakes replaced within last 1,000 miles, In-frame over-haul w/in last 10,000 miles. 1994 B59 Mobile Drill w/2 winches, Hydrostatic Drive, Swing out Auger Racks, 2J Water Swivel, Moyno 3L8 Water Pump, Auto Hammer, Cummins 4-cylinder engine, 5,958 hours on meter. 500-gallon water tank, 25' Mast & Quick Disconnect Mast . . . . . . . . .$57,621. 530-674-5861 2000 CME 550X - auto hammer, rod holder & breakout wrench, 3 winches, wireline, in/out side to side slide. $126,000..........770-633-4252

2007 Mobile B-48 (same as B-53) on Bombardier Muskeg. Muskeg has Perkins diesel and 28" steel cleats on rubber belts, great for rough terrain. Used very little since new. Asking $148,000...800-410-5550

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1990 CME 850 - Cummins 4BT, 3 hoists plus wireline, winch, 2 water tanks, Moyno pump, auto hammer, breakout..............$60K ..............218-428-6769.

Mobile Drill B-61. Geoprobe. (2) CME-750’s. (3) CME-75’s. Gus Pech 1000R. Call 808-478-7112.

Diedrich D50 Morooka mounted (nice) (2) B53 Drills. B57 truck mounted. Misc tools, parts, supplies. Low overhead, lower prices on Morooka carriers and mounting...........................615-405-2798. E-mail: [email protected] 1982 Ford F700 and 1992 Dodge 1 ton w/CME drill. 1993 Chevy 1 ton w/hydro auger drill. 10 ft. 4 wheel trailer. 2 Mono pump flight hollow stem augers with casing. NQ rod w/bits...40k....205-821-7495.

2000 BK-66 - John Deere Diesel, in-out, side-to-side base, 25 ft. mast, hyd. cathead, 2 winches, Moyno, (3) - 36” jacks. Auger & rod rack. Mtd. on 2000 F650 diesel, 48K mi. Rig in excellent condition, low hours & ready to go to work. Asking $64,000.....217-899-4809

1991 BK-51 - Deutz diesel, in-out base, 8" man. cathead, 500 gal. H2O tank, 2 winches (5K#/2K#), Moyno 3L6 pump, 3-36" jacks, Mtd. 1991 F700 4x4 460 gas engine..........$25,000 ........813-908-5555. or e-mail [email protected].

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15 BITS BIG HAMMERS, PARTS & BITS WANTED – SURPLUS

1977 Earthdrill mounted on ´93 Mack. 83 ft. 4-1/4” Kelly. New Kelly winch, Stauffer transmission. Extra parts for rig. $85,000 OBO......307-382-4216

Any Condition! • IR QL-200 • IR DHD 120-124-130 • Numa 180-240-300 • BULLROC

GUS PECH Bucket / Boring Rigs WANTED. Other brands considered. Any condition, Buckets, tooling etc. Call Jared Sisk 816-517-4532.

Bits (Uncracked) 18” to 36” 1-800-691-9166 Damian F.

2007 EZ-Bore Bucket Rig on 2007 Freightliner w/7,000 mi. Assorted bits and 1 extention to 120 ft .....$195,000.00. Call 305-797-3052.

Send Pictures & Information to: Jon Errickson [email protected]

“OVER 10,000 DRILL BITS” Sizes 3-7/8” thru 26” Tooth and Button Tri-Cone Every Formation - Top Quality Call for Prices 810-658-1554/Fax 810-658-2866 Web Site: www.buyrockbitsonline.com E-mail: [email protected]

ROCK BITS! Cable Tool Air Hammer Roller Cone 3” to 24”

22 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES See our ad on page 26.

Jerry’s Bit Service 940-393-2394 In business over 20 years Specializing in PDC repair

Our Reputation Rides on Every Bit We Sell

540-635-7753 FAX 540-635-6352

TRIDENT TOOL INC. www.tridenttool.com PALMER BIT COMPANY Geo Thermal heat pump drillers and Water well drillers find that Palmer Bit Company’s large family of step type drag bits not only increase penetration rates and lower bit cost per foot but also provide a good clean hole. These bits are designed to be used in a variety of unconsolidated formations ranging from soft clays to limestones. Bit sizes and styles can be designed on all common threads to meet each drilling condition. Palmer Bits, the best choice in drag bits since 1957.

800-421-2487 (24 hr.) www.palmerbit.com e-mail - [email protected] MC/VISA

References !! BEST PDC FOR THE $

Cell: 317-716-8050 [email protected]

18 BREAKOUT TOOLS SEMCO, Inc. All Hydraulic Hydrorench S110H in Stock 1” - 10” Four Rollers Breaks Pipe Make Pipe to Torque Spec’s PH# 800-541-1562

10" QL80 new hammer bit $1,250 10" SD 8 new hammer bit $1,250

westside-sales.com or call 307-789-9372.

For sale - 28 yr. old water well drilling and geothermal business. $400,000 in equipment. Sell for $600,000. Call for pictures & information ...757-496-8494. Leading NorCal water well drilling co. w/equipment. 35 years in business. Seller Financing. Sunset Vista Realty Lic#01792202............Call 530-252-8022.

[email protected]

“A Good Bit Better”

800-523-5760

Complete drilling co. for sale. 30 yrs. in business. 3 rigs w/all support equipment. $200,000. Pictures & information @

Breakout Unit. 230v 3Ø Electric over hydraulic. Breakout unit skid mounted. $30,000 OBO. 208-772-4004

Diamond Core Drilling Co. For Sale Drilling surface & underground, minerals & geothermal w/diamond core, RC, DTH, air & mud rotary, casing advance. Licensed, insured & bonded 5 yrs. in CA & NV Current contracts in place, all necessary equipment, 3 diamond drills (2 angle deep hole tract mount, PQ-HQ-NQ, underground NQ-2 & truck mount PQ-HQ-NQ) Turn key with all support equipment, back up parts & excess tooling & rods. All debt free. Great start up Co. or mine acquisition. Priced at $1.75M. Call 209-293-7455. For rent: Commercial offices - large or small in Smithport, PA area. May modify to suit tenant. Please call 814-887-5811 or [email protected] for details. FOR SALE: Water Well Drilling & Pump Service in Southern NM. Two commercial acres, 2,700 sq. ft. building, all drilling & pump rig equipment. Annual sales average is one million dollars. Asking 1.75 million. Call 575-649-2019. NW Indiana Enviro/Geotech/Geothermal Drilling Company For Sale - 10 rigs - combo of truck and track, with all support equipment and tools. This is a turn key business. Pictures and info at [email protected] or call 219-956-3481. Pricing negotiable.

BUCKEYE DRILL COMPANY Successor to Bucyrus Erie Well Drill Division

Cable Tool Well Drills Parts, Service New, Remanufactured, Used. PH. 800-767-3745 www.buckeyedrill.com

CABLE TOOL RIGS, PARTS, TOOLING & ACCESSORIES Call Toll Free: 1-800-292-7447 or 270-325-3300 Parts for Spang fishing tools, ripper blades, tubing slip, alligator jaws, combination sockets/slips, trap-slip socket slips and other parts. API rotary & cable thread gauges ...........Call 724-445-3511. BE 20W drill rig, hyd. all tools. Gas powered unit, catwalks. Nice machine. $10,500 501-344-2292 or 501-230-0833. B.E. Parts. New and used. Exchange jack shafts for 20W, 22W, 24L & 60L’s. (We also buy BE parts and rigs for cash). 270-858-3040 or 813-843-6720.

CABLE TOOLS! ROPE SOCKETS STEMS BAILERS JARS & SUBS Combination Sockets

800-523-5760 540-635-7753 FAX 540-635-6352

TRIDENT TOOL INC. www.tridenttool.com 22W Series 1 on ´87 Ford with Bucyrus paint job......................................$19,500. 24W on ´70 International......$15,000. All size cable & fishing tools ..203-888-2132. 60L and 20W BE - lots of tools, original motors, Montana rigs. NO RUST. 700 ft. of 7/8 cable. 406-580-2818 55 SpeedStar 3 line machine, good jackshaft, all new cable, tooled-up for 4”, mtd. on 1970 Chevy, good paint, good tires. Call for photos. Serial No. 11464. E-mail: [email protected] Call 517-857-2266 or 517-204-1635. [4] 22W & [3] 20W Parts Rigs, complete jack shafts; [2] 22W Rigs; [1] 28L; [1] 60L; [2] 20W’s; all size cable and fishing tools; elevators; sub ......................270-565-1538.

HOCKER MACHINE SHOP

25 CABLE TOOLS Parkersburg Tool Co. 1004 Depot Street Parkersburg, WV 26101 Manufacturer of a complete line of Acme Drilling & Fishing Tools; Jars; Bits; Stems; Rope Sockets; Bailers; Subs; Drive Clamps; Pulling Heads; Rental Fishing Tools; Joint Turning. 304-428-8015/Fax 304-428-8059

Special price on Cable Tool NEW & USED. Drilling & Fishing Tools Sales & Rentals New and Used Tools. Sideload Rope Sockets Available. Accepting Visa & Mastercard

270-926-2889

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BE 22W Series II - auto braces, recent jack shaft & shock replacement on ´84 Kodiak. 600 ft. of new cable. Tools incl. Drilling daily.....$19,000.....518-797-3786.

CASING ROTATOR Capable of 6” through 26” diameter. Custom Fit to your rig! 800-691-9166

Cable Tool Rig - 22W Series 3 on 1990 International diesel truck. Good condition, fully functional, 5" and 6" tools included. Hydraulic jack on front. Call 262-206-0386 with questions or for pictures ......$18,000.00 OBO. Must sell!

Used Weldco-Beales 410 casing driver. Good condition .............................$8,500. R1000 Atlas casing driver. Barely used. All hyd. hoses and controls ........$23,000. 406-223-2081

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HERCULES COMPRESSION Screw Compressor Rebuilding PD Blower Rebuilding • Separator Filter Sales • Coupling Insert Sales

Serving the Air Gas & Refrigeration Industries Specializing in 2 Stage Compressor Repair

Call for Quotations & Tech Support Mark Chittenden Cell 860-262-3888 • Home 860-510-0744

Brand New Holte Casing Driver. Model 140, set up for 3-1/2” drill rod................ .. ..................................... Asking $23,500. Used Holte Casing Driver. Model 140, set up for 4-1/2” drill rod. Includes cylinders and oiler ................Asking $18,500. 715-526-5075

BE-20W ´79 - 3 line, catheads, 4” ,5”, 6” tools. Very clean. Second owner. Chevy truck. $24,000 or trade for property in North Florida. 407-808-5735 or 386-775-2031

Anderson Equip. Sales & Service Used and Rebuilt IR and Sullair Air Ends. Exchange or rebuild yours. Contact Tom Ph 801-243-4480 Fax 801-944-3514

55 Mill Rock Rd. West • Old Saybrook, CT 06475

[email protected]

Rental Supply Co.

Holte Casing Driver includes, complete installation package. Holte Casing Drivers are available in 5 sizes.

LeROI Compressor Specialist

Bucyrus Erie 24-L, mounted on a GMC Brigadier, propane engine. Bucyrus Erie 28-L. Call 808-478-7112. 22 BE, 3 line, loaded on F700 Cummins diesel, you mount auto hoist. Rig powered 4 cyl. gas. Cable and tools ..$9,800. Call 800-253-1451. Cable Tool well drills. Different kinds and prices. BE, 31 Stone, Cylone & Keystone. With tools. Ready to drill. 501-344-2292 or 501-230-0833.

New & Used LeROI Parts We Rebuild LeROI Compressors

45 COMPRESSORS Sullair Air Compressor Combo 2007. 1,000 hrs.1150 CFM – 350 PSI & 900 CFM – 500 PSI air aftercooler. $115,000.00...........450-577-2990

1984 KOBELO - 600 CFM Asking $6,500 OBO. 307-322-2392

Rental Supply Company Duane Cook 2906 Hwy 50 Grand Junction, CO 81503

800-786-5318 970-242-7905 Fax: 970-523-0747

R & R DRILLING INC.

MEGAGROUP INC.

800-874-3907 423-626-5302/Fax 423-626-1232 E-mail: [email protected]

BETHLEHEM PA 18017 TEL: 610-867-6951 FAX: 610-867-8933

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33 CASING HAMMERS 22-W Series 3, CAT power. Mtd. on 2005 Kenworth T-300, 260 HP Cummins 6 spd., PS, AC, 647 mi., 48 hrs. We have all the manuals, pipe, trailers, and all you need to start your business. This is a rare opportunity to get started with excellent equipment ..............Looking for $99,000. All inquiries, ask for John @ 1-888-4-BUXTON. Mail all inquiries to: Buxton, P.O. Box 900, Exeter, NH 03833

BRAND NEW AIR ENDS ORIGINAL SRM PROFILE.

Aardvark 1220 hammer. Great shape, low time ............$8,500 OBO. 208-772-4004

Atlas Casing Hammer 2000. Rebuilt. $12,000. 208-776-5322

(2)-22W’s and (1)-20W All refurbished, tools included. Call 570-470-2354. 22 BE, 3 line, diesel up & down, hyd. outriggers, cables and tools. You mount available casing hoist.................$15,500. Call 800-253-1451.

 20-12 TWO STAGE 750/350, 900/350, 1100/350

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INGERSOLL-RAND AIR COMPRESSORS NEW & REBUILT HR2’s - HR2.5 AIRENDS IN STOCK

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 REPAIR PARTS: INPUT SHAFTS, GEAR SETS, SHAFT SEALS, WEAR SLEEVES, ROTOR SETS THERMAL VALVES

 MANY OTHER PRODUCTS

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WORLD WIDE SHIPPING BE 22W 3 line, 6 cyl. gas, 2007 trailer, Lincoln 250 welder, cutting set, 6 & 8 in tools. West Colorado. $15,000....... 970-379-8185 70 |

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45 COMPRESSORS (2) New Mesabi Compressor Oil Coolers – NEVER USED

2006 Geoprobe 5410 Truck Unit 630 hrs. Excellent condition. Mtd. on 2007 F-350 4x4 Lariat 7x12 Cargo Trailer $45,000...........601-310-9831

• Sized for Sullair 1350/350 – 1150/500

65 DRILL PIPE DRILL PIPE - IN STOCK WELD-ON TOOL JOINTS

I WANT TO BUY NEW & USED DRILL PIPE

RENE HENDON 281-260-0880

RENE HENDON 281-260-0880

Drilling Products DrillingProducts.net

• 500 psi pressure rating

281-835-8862 Phone 281-835-3850 Fax New Water Well Drill Pipe Aluminum Steel

Contact Aaron at Keystone Drill Services, LLC

30 jts. 20 jts. 13 jts. 26 jts. 60 jts.

800.221.0586

2 7/8" OD x 20' 2 7/8" OD x 20' 3 1/2" OD x 15' 4" OD x 20' 4 1/2" OD x 20’

w/ 2 3/8" IF w/ 2 3/8" FEDP w/ 2 7/8" IF w/ 3 1/2" IF w/ 2 7/8" IF

60 jts. 50 jts. 50 jts. 60 jts. 50 jts.

3 1/2" OD x 20' w/ 2 3/8" IF 3 1/2" OD x 20' w/ 3 1/2" IF 4 1/2" OD x 20' w/ 2 7/8" IF 4 1/2" OD x 20' w/ 3 1/2" REG. 4 1/2" OD x 25' w/ IR-T4

Subject to prior sale. INQUIRE FOR ALL YOUR STEEL & ALUMINUM DRILL PIPE NEEDS.

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50 CORE DRILLING LONGYEAR 34 CORE Drill - Int’l TRK MTD., 20’ Angle/Vert mast, Auto chuck, 3-7/8” head, Hyd wire line, hoist, 353 Detroit DK ENG, Bean 35 pump w/Deutz. HQ & NQ Rod also avail. 702-521-9641.

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57 DIRECT PUSH SUPPLIES The company S & K is active for many years successfully with radiästhetischen water finding methods. We would want with pleasure in future this service also interested drilling enterprises from the areas: Water drilling, Gas drilling, Geothermal drilling for a longer-term cooperation offer. You can receive info about us under:

Web Site: www.brunnenbohr.at E-mail: [email protected]

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Rigs & Tooling @ EARTHX.COM

Manufacturer of Pre-Pack Screens ♦ Standard Pre-Pack When You Would Set A Traditional Well ♦ Economy Pre-Pack When Cost Is A Factor

♦ 20% Open Area High Yield Pre-Pack For Use In Low Yield Wells

♦ All Stainless Steel Pre-Pack

Bottleneck Pipe 47 - 1-3/4" x 10' 43 - 2" x 10' w/PH6 14 - 2-3/8" x 5' 32 - 2-3/8" x 30' w/2-3/8 IF 25 - 2-7/8" x 20' w/2-3/8 Reg 52 - 2-7/8" x 20 w/Hydril 11 - 2-7/8" x 20' w/2-3/8 FEDP 5 - 2-7/8" x 20' w/2-7/8 FEDP 6 - 2-7/8" x 25' w/May FH 111 - 2-7/8 x 30' w/-2 3/8 IF 13 - 3" x 5' 41 - 3-1/2" x 15' w/2-7/8 IF, New 6 - 3-1/2" x 20' w/2-7/8 IF 23 - 3-1/2" x 20' w/NC35 181 - 4" x 20' w/4FH 14 - 4" x 30' w/3-1/2 XH 4 - 4-1/2" x 15' w/4-1/2 IF 92 - 4-1/2" x 23' w/4-1/2 FH 3 - 4-1/2" x 20' w/4 IF 17 - 4-1/2" x 30' w/4-1/2 IF 10 - 4-1/2" x 30' w/4-1/2 IF 10 - 5" x 30' w/4 IF 6 - 5-1/2" x 22' w/6-5/8 Reg 22 - 5-1/2" x 22' w/5-1/2 Reg 13 - 5-1/2" x 30' w/5-1/2 FH 15 - 6-5/8" x 30' w/6/5/8 FH 112 - 6-5/8" x 30' w/6-5/8 FH 122 - 6-5/8" x 30' w/6-5/8 FH 1 - 6-5/8" x 40' w/6-5/8 FH 37 - 7" x 30' w/6-5/8 IF Mod 47 - 9-5/8" x 30' w/DI22 5 - 9-5/8" x 40'

For Aggressive Groundwater Environments

♦ Non-Metal Pre-Pack When Metal Components Are Not Compatible

♦ Annular Seals Foam Bridges, Bentonite & Quick-Sleeves

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ectmfg.com ♦ proactivepumps.com ♦ torquerplug.com

probetools.com

Elevators, Drill Collars, Swivels Bits, Subs, Rotary Tables

REX MCFADDEN LTD PH 806-791-3731 E-mail: [email protected] 7” O.D., .498 wall x 30 ft. x 8-1/2 full flow, PXB 8-1/2” O.D. x 6” I.D. tool joints. 1,500 ft. Slightly used. Also Misc. Reverse drilling equipment available .........Call for info at 760-342-2603.

Used T3 rod 4-1/2 x 3-1/2 API. Used T4 rod 4-1/2 x 3-1/2 API. Call 570-470-6323 for details.

(35) - Used 4-1/2” x 20’ w/3-1/2” reg. tool joints............Asking $400 each. Call 715-526-5075. 38 Sections 4-1/2” x 4-1/2 IF joint, 20´ sections, bottle neck. $600.00 per section 803-712-0500 600´ 2-7/8” IF x 25´ w/slots ......@ $13/ft. 600´ 3-1/2” API x 5´ w/slots .....@ $13/ft. 600´ 2-7/8” IF x 15´ w/slots ......@ $15/ft. 1,000´ 2-7/8” IF x 20´ w/slots B.N.@ $15/ft. 559-905-0289

REVERSE DRILL PIPE - 1,800' of 6-5/8" x 20' Hacker Pipe ....$109,517. 530-674-5861

70 DRILL RODS 600´ 4-1/2” flush x 3-1/2 IF, 20´.$300 ea. 5”, 6”, & 8” drill collars...........$1,000 ea. Hole Openers and Bits .....Call for info. 772-468-3108

600 feet of 3-1⁄2” drill rods IF – still have the paint on them. 319-721-7902 NWJ Rods - (32) 5 FT. (11) 10 ft. Subs & hoisting plug. 300 lb. Hammer. Very good condition..............................$4,400. 813-363-1600

71 DRILLING EQUIPMENT Parting out drill rigs. T650CP, 650SSCP, 700CP, D40K Driltech. Also engines available. Call for price and availability..................Call 814-445-4030.

D L O S

2000 D.D. Rig Complete, Mounted on 4 axle Crane Carrier. Several Derricks. 1-127# Emsco. 350,000# Scoping. 9 Ft. Back Up On Substructure. 325-672-4378 1979 CP 650 SS mounted on a Crane Carrier. 900 CFM at 325 PSI GHH Compressor Injection Pump Oiler. Lots of repairs and upgrades done, working daily. 150 Feet of 4-1/2" rod in carousel included. $89,000. Call Shawn at 507-281-2840 for more information.

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SkyRex Water Well Elevators

HOWARD - TURNER MANUFACTURING CO. Designers and builders of quality equipment and tools for the energy industry and progress.

GENERAL OFFICE AND PLANT 2545 PALM DRIVE, SIGNAL, CA 90755 562-424-1655 [email protected]

SERVING THE INDUSTRY FOR 57 YEARS Rotary tables, swivels, master bushings, brake rims and pads. Replacement parts for all Howard-Turner and Wagner Morehouse drilling & pulling rigs

2” thru 36” Also Light wt. PVC Elevators Now Available!

Rex McFadden 7931 19th Lubbock, TX 79407

Ph 806-791-3731 Fax 806-791-3755 www.rexmcfadden.com

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JON T. ERRICKSON

75 ELECTRIC MOTORS

Drill Fabrication & Machine Est. 1977

FOR SALE:

WANTED 20 to 500 hp vertical hollow shaft pump motors. Good or bad. Will pickup. 800-541-1562

FOUNDATION RIGS

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LDH - 60, 80 & Parts Texoma 650 Watson ED-7 Crane Mounted – Hughes 200 6V71 Detroit Hain 4-71 & 3531-3 ROCK DRILLS & COMPRESSORS DM-4 Big Hole 24-30” Tier III Engine (2) Gill Beetles (Both have Cabs) Sullair 900-350, Air End.

BOOSTERS (2) WB-12 CAT Powered 800 PSI

DRILL ROD 200´ - 28” OD - 8-5/8” 180´ - 26” OD - 8-5/8” Various Lengths of 20” & 16” OD 30” Pipe - 3/4” wall, 10 ft. min. 240 lbs/ft. $95.ft.

J&K Tool Company, Inc. - Kwik Klamp 1 & 2 - Elevators for PVC (1”-16”) - Heavy Duty PVC Elevators (4”-8”) - Flush Joint PVC Pipe Clamps (4”-24”)

www.jktool.com [email protected] tel 320-563-4967 fax 320-563-8051

SEMCO INC. 1” thru 16” Elevators All steel with safety latch. 800-541-1562 Fax 719-336-2402 www.SEMCOoflamar.com American Express, Visa & Mastercard. Ship by UPS same day.

HAMMERS & BITS IR 112 - 12” -15” (Used) IR DHD - 22” - 30” NUMA 240 - 22” - 36” BULROC 180 - w/17”, 18” & 20” Bits (50) SD-3 Bits 3-1/2”-4” NEW. $190 ea. Ingersoll Rand 52” Cluster Drill *** WE REBUILD HAMMER BITS ANY CONDITION - UP TO 48” ***

MISC FOR SALE ChemGrout CG 600 NEW ChemGrout 550 (400 psi) Moyno 4J Progressive Cavity, trailer mounted 4-71.

FOR RENT ICE Leads w/26” Twin Rotary & Tophead Soilmec 312 w/ Twin Rotary 26” Drive Casing up to 155” Diameter Augers & Core Barrels up to 144” Compressors up to 1170 CFM - 350 PSI ChemGrout Plants Crawler Cranes up to 70 Ton Hydraulic Cranes up to 75 Ton LoDril LM-30

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ELEVATORS! FOR 1/2” to 19” CASING 800-523-5760 540-635-7753 FAX 540-635-6352

TRIDENT TOOLS INC. www.tridenttool.com 1” to 12-3/4” & 5-1/2” to 12-3/4” with automatic latch All in stock have been tested and rated.

Larry’s Welding Service Phone: 620-356-3619 Fax: 620-424-1495 Ulysses, Kansas

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F/T Exp Driller TH60 - Clean DMV-CDL req’d. Drilling Contractor (36 years in business) seeks career-minded person for year-round work in California Fax resumé 415-927-1723.

NJ LICENSED DRILLERS Immediate openings Call 888-996-DRILL. F/T experienced air & mud drillers wanted. We are a fifty year old drilling business, located in SC. Top pay, benefits & performance bonuses. Fax resumé to 803-926-5401. Office 8-5 M-F 803-926-5402

Full Service Professional Water Well Company in South/Central Texas seeks Licensed Driller w/5+yrs of exp. Air & Mud Rotary. Pay dependant on exp. Benefits available. Call 830-981-8979 or fax resumé to 830-755-8965 or e-mail: [email protected].

DRILLER Well established, Eastern Shore of Maryland based elevator-company, has an IMMEDIATE opening for an experienced Driller. Must be experienced with use of Cyclone 30 cable tool, Texoma Auger machine and inside rail mounted electric and hydraulic machine to drill elevator well holes for hydraulic elevators. In addition to extensive experience on the above type of equipment, all applicants must possess a VALID current CDL license, current physical card, able to pass drug screening, be willing to travel and work out of town, and relocate if necessary to be based out of Maryland Delaware area. In return you will receive competitive salary commensurate with experience, excellent company benefits (401K, Medical, Dental, vacations, etc.) and a family oriented work environment. Please forward resumé salary history, and references to: Chesapeake Drilling Corporation P.O. Box 412, Salisbury, MD 21803 Attn: Human Resources 800-787-0436 x142 Fax: 410-341-6277 [email protected]

Field Supervisor (hands-on) Employee Owned NJ contractor seeks experienced individual to work in NE US. Pump systems; well drilling; wellpoint systems; troubleshooting. Driller's license & CDL a plus. Travel req. Excellent salary/benefits. Resumé to [email protected]. Drillers Wanted: Growing Maryland based company seeks experienced air/mud drillers. $60K+/yr, health ins., 401K, paid vacation, holidays, and performance bonuses. Must have CDL Class B Lic. Possible help w/relocation. Contact Adam at 301-776-8370 or e-mail at [email protected]. DRILLERS & HELPERS WANTED For Geotechnical Co. in S. FL. Driller must have CDL Class A/B. Excellent Pay / Bonus. Excellent benefits, Med. Ins., Vacation/Sick pay & Retirement. Please call 561-202-5455 or fax resumé to 561-640-0409. AEGL Drilling Division is Hiring Experienced Drill Rig Operators: SR30-Solimec, IMT AF-110, IMT AF-130. Call Melissa Cruz 330-659-7106 or E-mail Resumé: [email protected] EXPERIENCED DRILLERS NEEDED Immediate openings available at Southern California drilling company. Hollow Stem Auger experience a must. Valid Class B CDL and clean driving record required. Mud Rotary, Rock Coring, OSHA 40 Hours a plus. Top pay and benefits package. Prevailing Wage Work Available. PLEASE CALL: 562-988-2849 OR FAX RESUMÉ: 562-988-2859 OR VISIT OUR WEB SITE: jetdrill.com

Environmental Drillers – Experienced (5 yr. min.) Air Rotary Casing Hammer, Air/Mud Rotary, Hollow Stem Auger. Clean CDL required. 40 hr. OSHA training a plus. Some travel required. So. California. Pay commensurate with experience. Full benefits. Call 714-939-6850. E-mail: [email protected] Successful candidate will have the ability to operate a T-4 Atlas Copco Drilling Rig. Must be experienced with water well and blast hole drilling as well as have some mudding experience. Welding skills are a must. Must be willing to become NYS certified. Must have a minimum Class B license Commercial Driver’s License with Hazmat and tank endorsement. Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team. Some out of town work as required. Salary depending on experience. If interested, please fax or e-mail your resumé to 315-696-8899 or [email protected].

NJ Drilling Company seeks full and part-time employment for Geoprobe Operator and licensed NJ Well Driller. Benefits, flexibility, and salary commensurate w/experience. Call 888-433-4877. NEED Licensed TEXAS driller or out of state licensed driller to apply for Texas license. Texas Hill Country Area. 70 miles NW of Austin. $25-$30 an hour. Contact Brian 817-296-4962. GEOPROBE OPERATOR & DRILLER NJ Geoprobe/Drilling co. seeks NJ/ Licensed Probe Operators & Drillers to run all new probe & auger equipment. Great work envir., pay and benefits. 732-642-0788 or 609-730-1205.

80 EMPLOYMENT Full Service Professional Water Well Company in South/Central Texas seeks Licensed Pump Installer 5yr + exp. in large Submersible and Vertical Turbine installation. Pay based on exp. Benefits available. Call 830-981-8979 or fax resumé to 830-755-8965 or e-mail: [email protected]. Central NY Drilling & Geothermal Company seeking full-time experienced drillers. Knowledge of T3W Rotary with Air/Mud Drilling, Drivers License, CDL A or B, Drillers License, 40 Hr. OSHA a plus, Travel Required. Pay based on experience. Ph: 607-432-8009 Fax: 607-263-2492 E-mail: [email protected] NC Geotechnical Driller Needed North Carolina engineering firm seeks motivated lead driller. Must have at least 6 years geotechnical/environmental drilling experience in hollow stem, mud rotary, SPT sampling, wireline coring, monitoring well installation and abandonment. Must have current N.C. Class A drilling license, Class A CDL. OSHA 40 Hour a plus. Salary equal to experience, O/T, paid health ins., vac., 401K, HSA and other benefits. Criminal records check, license check, drug test, fit-for-duty test, and reference checks will be performed on candidate. Please contact Paul Weaver at [email protected], 919-732-8500 to apply or fax 919-732-6676. Geothermal Drilling Company located in Morrisville, PA, seeks experienced geothermal driller. Must have valid CDL license. Excellent benefits and pay. [email protected] 215-295-2823 Hook-up Foreman Wanted: Growing MD Drilling Company seeking installer with commercial experience manifolding vertical loops. Excellent pay and benefits. Contact Brett @ 301-776-8370 or e-mail: [email protected].

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CAT 51 HP ENGINE TO RE-POWER 20W B-E WELL DRILL.

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IR Style Mission Style Halco Style 3” to 24”

(2) Geothermal skid steer mounted drills. Mid-western Machinery Company. $6,000 each. 734-279-2059

INVENTORIES IN NEW YORK & LOS ANGELES

BESTMA U.S.A. INC. 1-888-HAMMER-K (1-888-426-6375) TEL) 631-629-4291 ASK FOR JAY YOON [email protected] WWW.BESTMA.COM

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RENE HENDON 281-260-0880 Ph. 972-897-9607

www.summitpowerandsupply.com Liberty Hill, Texas

MUD PUMPS CE D175, 6-3/4” x 12”, 8V71, $25,000. GD FFFXF, 4-1/2”x5”, No Pwr, $6,000. GD FGFXG, 5”x6”, No Pwr., $8,500. GD FGFXG, 5”x6”, Diesel, Skid, $11,000. GD 5” x8” Air Powered, $10,000. GD FCFXX. 5”x8”, Detroit 471, $19,000. GD FDFXX, 5” x 8”, $12,000. GD FDFXD, Detroit 671, $25,000. GD FOFXO, 7-1/4”x10”, $18,000. GD FYFXD, 7-1/2”x10”, Diesel, $30,000. GD FZFXZ, 7-1/4”x12”, Trailer, $15,000. GD FKFXK, 7-1/4”x14”, Series 60 $38,000. Gaso 1800, 5”x6”, Diesel, Skid, $10,000. Gaso 1743, 7-1/2” x 10”, No Pwr., $15,500. New 5x10 Hyd. Gear Reduction Box, $3,250.

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DU-ALL Injection Pumps All parts in stock and available for shipment. Overnight delivery available. Call your local parts supplier or Fred’s Water Service, Inc. at (440) 259-5436 with your order or questions.

Fred’s Water Service, Inc. 2638 Townline Road Madison, Ohio 44057 Phone (440) 259-5436 w w w. f w s e r v i c e . c o m Fax (440) 259-4795

Construction Sound Wall. Removable Engineered for 75 MPH 450LF x 24’ .........$75,000 760-342-2603

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500HP VFD Test Pump Trailer Emergency pump controls. Complete unit with VFD, PLC, 5 Ton A/C, Enclosed Trailer, Cabeling, lighting. Can modify if needed to meet your spec . . .$39,000. 760-342-2603

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Light Towers Phone: 540-982-8001 Fax: 540-342-0546 [email protected] NEW, USED, RENTALS  (4) 1,000-Watt Lamps  20 KW Generator (L20)  Telescoping Mast

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Ariel JGQ/2 Air Boosters, CAT, $85,000 Ariel JGJ/2 Air Booster, CAT C15, $140,000 CIP PHT Air Booster, CAT, $85,000 Gardner Denver MDY Booster, $40,000 2006 Ingersoll-Rand XHP1170WCAT Sullair 750/250, Series 60, $20,000 2007 Sullair 1150XH/900XHH (500 psi) 1994 Sullair 900/350 Module, $17,500

Hydraulic drive mud pumps - small & lightweight - new aluminum model 7-1/2” x 10” duplex pump fits in the place of a 5” x 6” and weighs half as much - pumps 300 gpm at up to 800 PSI. Mono pumps and triplex pumps also available. Call 903-725-6978 or visit our web site www.centerlinemanufacturing.com. U.S. Pat. #6,769,884 and others pending.

BRAND NEW PUMPS IN STOCK!! GD 4x5................................Call for Price GD 4-1/2x5..........................Call for Price GD 5x6, air drive FG-AG ....Call for Price GD 5x6, gear drive FG-FXG ..Call for Price GD 5-1/2x8..........................Call for Price GD 7-1/2x8..........................Call for Price GD 5-1/2x10........................Call for Price GD 7-1/2x10........................Call for Price GD 4x5 Tee Triplex.............Call for Price GD 5-1/2x5 THI Triplex.......Call for Price Also New Centrifugal Pumps in stock. REBUILT PUMPS!!! All sizes and brands available. Gardner Denver, Gaso, Wheatley, Oilwell, Worthington and many more. We have over 300 pumps in stock. Call for prices. New!!! Hydraulic GROUT PUMP $3,500. We rent mud pumps and diesel power units. Power units available: Detroit diesel 671-471-371-353, also new CAT units. We pay cash for used & surplus pumps. We manufacture mud pump parts. Armstrong Machine Co., Inc. 800-831-4527 / 712-335-4131 Fax: 712-335-4565 E-mail: [email protected] www.armstrongmachine.com

N AT I O N A L DRILLER October 2011 www.nationaldriller.com

King 3” RC Swivel, $3,000 Many Driltech DH-1 Parts, Pwr. Head, Etc. Braden PD12C Winch, 12,000 Lb., $4,500 Gearmatic H35 16,000 Lb. Winch $4,500 Ingersoll-Rand Sandreel, $3,500 TH60 Cotta Box, $5,500 TH60 750/250 Cooler Assy, $3,500 TH60 / T3W Feed Cylinder, $3,500 Myers 9 GPM Pump,w/o Motor $750 FMC Bean 18 GPM Pump, $2,000 CAT 25 GPM Pump, $2,000 FMC Bean 435, 35 GPM, Hyd. Dr. $4,500 New Gears for Top Ring Gear GD 7-1/2” Table Failing 5-1/4” Table, $4,500 Hacker 6-1/4” Table, $3,500 SpeedStar 8-1/2” Table, $6,500 Howard Turner 12-1/2” Table, $12,500 CAT D333 175 HP Pwr. Unit w/Clutch, $4,000 Cummins QSK19C 600 HP Engine, $20,000 Unused 3-5/16” X 23’ Fluted Kelly’s, $2,900 New MS Series Break-Out Tong, $1,250 Web Wilson Break-Out Tong, $1,250 (3) Portadrill Hydraulic Outriggers Rausch 512 Drill Pipe Spinner $4,500

PULSATION DAMPNER K-10 type, completely rebuilt w/new expendables. 405-427-1080 4-1/2 x 5 GD mud pump ........$4,000.00. 5 x 6 GD mud pump completely rebuilt with Clutch...............................$6,500.00. Mayhew 1000 rotary table, gear cases and mast Cheap. Bobby 239-872-5955.

GD 7-1/4 x 14 FXN, unmtd ........$25,000. National 7-1/4 x 15 C250 w/twin Detroit G-71’s skid mounted ..................$19,500. GD 7-1/4 x 12 FXZ unmounted....$9,500. Gaso 5x10 1550 skid mounted with Cummins 4BT.............................$19,000. Gaso 5x8 unmounted. 405-642-2812

THUNDERBOLT Hydraulic Powered Duplex Mud Pump 7-1/2 x 12, 300 GPM 7-1/2 x 18, 400 GPM, 400-600 PSI 4’ x 88” x 41”, 2,800 Lbs. Skid or Trailer Mounted Moyno Pumps Available We will save you money. Go to web site to watch and listen. It’s no banger! Call Ken 903-340-5829. [email protected] www.kenscustommfg.com

5 x 8 Wilson Snider mud pump...$5,000. 7-1/2” x 12 GD mud pump rebuilt, 24 hp International Cummins skidbed..$50,000. 559-905-0289

250 Sandmaster Pumps with hydraulic adapters starting @ $2,315.00. October Only Single Cone 5” Desilter Micron cut to 25 Microns

DLC Single Standard Shaker $6,156.00 October Only Contact The Double Life Corporation for more details Phone: 405-789-7867 Fax: 405-792-2202 Toll free 1-877-888-7867 E-mail: [email protected] www.doublelifecorp.com

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JANUARY 2012 Trailer mounted portable mud-pit with 5 x 6 air mud pump, air drive Mission desander pump and 4 x 4 shaker air drive . . . . . . . .$13,000.00. Call Steve 775-530-5954.

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SEMCO INC. 719-336-9006/800-541-1562 FAX 719-336-2402 See our Ad on page 37. [email protected] www.SEMCOoflamar.com 2011 MODELS IN STOCK

(360) 477-0251 [email protected] “Built by well driller, for well drillers”

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THUNDERBOLT 500 GPM MUD SYSTEM One 4’ x 5’ double screen shaker with 3 micro sand cones. One 1,500 gallon separating tank. Two 3 x 2 centrifugal pumps. One 165 Hp Perkins diesel with triple hydraulic gear pump. One 100 gallon hydraulic tank with one 100 Gpm radiator cooler. One 60 gallon diesel fuel tank. Smaller units available. We can build what you need. We can furnish system with a Thunderbolt duplex mud pump. Call Ken for factory direct prices, no middle man or salesman. Visit ´Mud Systems´ on our web site www.kenscustommfg.com [email protected] 903-340-5829

117 PERFORATORS MILLS Knife Type Perforators For Sale or Rent 4” thru 20” - prices available on request; BLADES made 4” thru 20”. SPIDERS & SLIPS 2”-12” Montana 406-580-2818

Allen Perforator - 6 ft. cutting area for steel casing. 4” -18” inch. $30,000......559-905-0289

3 ton Smeal pump truck mounted on a 1990 GMC 4 x 4 dually with utility bed. 350 and an automatic, 116,000 miles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$9,800.00. Call Steve 775-530-5954.

Smeal R12, 44K Lbs., '96 Int'l 4900 ...................................................$55,000. Smeal 10T, '89 Ford L7000 ...... $33,000. Smeal 10T, '88 GMC Topkick ... $20,000. SpeedStar WS-50, 50 Ton, GMC, ...................................................$45,000. 972-897-9607 Smeal 10-T. SpeedStar pump rig. Swinger pump rig. Wilson pulling rig, truck mounted, 471 Detroit power. Call 808-478-7112.

CYCLONE F40 PUMP HOIST Mounted on 1986 GMC 1 ton 4x4, diesel. Pipe rack, jacks, full length toolboxes, hydraulic pressure washer with tank. $9,000.00 Call Larry at 248-673-8842.

2007 Pulstar P10000 - 2 & 3 part lines. Sandline, rear hyd. outlets. 3 jacks, remote control. Mtd. on ´07 Red F550. 6.0 dsl, 6 spd. PW, AC. 16,700 low miles. Like new. $64,900 .503-668-6913. 1992 Int’l. 4700 4x2 DT466, 5x2 trans., 11 ft. service body, 63,000 mi. Cyclone F-100 Pump Hoist. Pipe racks, outriggers. Ready to Work!..$15,000...815-433-6169.

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5T & 8T SMEAL RENE HENDON 281-260-0880 ´89 Ford 1 ton, low miles, 5T Smeal hoist, sandreel, new utility box...$16,000. E-mail for photo & info [email protected].

2007 P100000 Pulstar Pump rig with main, sand, tong, tool lines. $229,000.00......760-342-2603

S4000 Pump Hoist, 8,000# cap, 35' telescoping mast, 30 gal oil tank, hydro pump, 5T safety hook, hydro controls & variable speed engine control....$14,245. S6,000 Pump Hoist, 16,000# 3L, cap, 35' telescoping mast, 30 gal oil tank, hydro pump, 5T safety hook, hydro controls & variable speed engine control ..............................................$16,445. S8,000 Pump Hoist, 22,000# 3L, cap 36' telescoping mast, 30 gal oil tank, hydro pump, 7T safety hook, hydro controls & variable speed engine control....... ...................................................$20,845. S10,000 Pump Hoist, 30,000# 3L, cap 40' telescoping mast, 30 gal oil tank, hydro pump, 9T safety hook, hydro controls & variable speed engine control ..$28,545. S12,000 Pump Hoist, 48,000# 4L cap, 44' telescoping mast, 6,000# tail out line, 72 gal oil tank, hydro pump, 11T safety hook, hydro controls & variable speed engine control ........................... $32,945. S15,000 Pump Hoist, 60,000# 4L cap, 48' telescoping mast, 6,000# tail out line, 72 gal oil tank, hydro pump, 13T safety hook, hydro controls & variable speed engine control ...........................$40,645. S20,000 Pump Hoist, 80,000# 4L cap, 40' telescoping mast, 6,000# tail out line, 72 gal oil tank, hydro pump, 13T safety hook, hydro controls & variable speed engine control.............................$53,845. S25,000 Pump Hoist, 100,000# 4L cap, 40 telescoping mast, 6,000# tail out line, 100 gal oil tank, hydro pump, 15T safety hook, hydro control & variable speed engine control.................................$61,545. S30,000 Pump Hoist, 120,000# 4L cap, 40 telescoping mast, 6,000# tail out line, 100 gal oil tank, hydro pump, 15T safety hook, hydro control & variable speed engine control.................................$76,945.

New Equipment in Stock S6,000 SEMCO, 35', PTO, RC, PR, 2 Spd., Aux., Blue and white, 11' Bed, Toolboxes, 2011 Dodge Ram, 5500 6.7L Diesel, 6 Speed. Automatic, 4x4, White... ...................................................$77,598. S30,000, 56', PTO, BO, BC Outriggers, Cathead, 2 Spd., Sandreel, AB for SR, Aux., Oil Cooler, Light Kit, Power Arm, Power Tong Hook Up, Bed, Toolboxes, 2009 Sterling L8500 Cummins 10 Spd., AB, AC......................................$224,388.

Used Equipment in Stock M33 Jessen/Monitor, 1-PR, SB, 1995 Ford F-350, Gas, 5 Spd., 4x2, White ...................................................$18,900. M34 Jessen/Monitor, RC, PR, SB w/1992 GMC TopKick, 3116 Cat, 5 Spd .............................................$19,500. 5T Smeal, 1-PR, Flatbed, Toolboxes, 2004 Ford, F-650, Cummins, 4x2, White ..........................................$34,950. S6,000 SEMCO, 35', PTO, 2 Spd., RC, PR, Aux., Light Kit, 11' Bed, Toolboxes, Continued in next column.

Continued from previous column. 2008 Dodge 3500, 6.7 Cummins, 6 Spd., Stand., 4x4, Red ........................$52,585. S12,000H SEMCO, 48', 2 Spd., SR, Oil Cooler, Aux., PR, Light Kit, 16' Bed, Toolbox, Power Tong Hook Up, 2004 Int’l 4300, DT 466E, D, 6 Spd. ...$75,344. S12,000H, 44', HS PTO, SR, Oil Cooler, 2 Spd., 2-Aux., PR, BC Outriggers, Light Kit, 16' Bed, Toolbox, 2006 Int. 4300 DT466, Auto., Yellow..................$87,039. S15,000 SEMCO, 48', BO Cylinder, Cathead, Aux., 2 Spd., Power Arm, Power Tong Hook Up, 18' Bed, Toolboxes, 2007 Frt, Diesel, Automatic 5 Spd., ...................................................$82,572. S15,000 SEMCO, 48', HS PTO, SR, Aux., 2 Spd., Oil Cooler, Light Kit, Power Arm, 16' Bed, Tool Box, 2005 Chevy C6500, Cat. C7, 5 Spd., Allison Auto., White ..........................................$85,396. S25,000 SEMCO, 50', AS PTO, BO Cylinder, BC Outriggers, 2 Spd., SR, Power Tong Hook Up, 2-Aux., Oil Cooler, Light Kit, Power Arm, 20' Bed, Toolboxes, 2006 Int. 4300, 6 Spd ..............$127,000.

Up Coming Trades 1976 Chevy w/Walk-Neer WP-2 2004 Dodge w/S6,000 SEMCO 1985 Ford w/S15,000 SEMCO 2008 Dodge w/S6,000 SEMCO 2000 Freightliner w/S15,000 SEMCO

Contact us at 1-800-541-1562 for a list of our used equipment. Cyclone F-40 Pump Hoist Unmounted $3,000.00 815-433-6169 Semco 2003 S8000 - 2 spd. winch, PTO Remote, pipe rack. Mtd. on 1990 2.5 ton Chevy body, Gas, 5&2 spd - 36K miles. Good condition....$35K.....208-466-6439.

128 PUMP PULLERS EASY RISER PUMP PULLERS PROVEN: users worldwide pull pumps to 600 ft. at up to 35 fpm. LIGHT WEIGHT: user lifts only 42 lb. COMPACT: stores in only 2 sq. ft. ECONOMICAL: from $1,795 USD. VISIT US AT www.pumppuller.com Talcott Mountain Engineering, Inc. 860-651-3141

132 RIG EQUIPMENT MIDWAY RIG & SUPPLY, INC P) 325-653-3433 F) 325-658-1817 DRAWWORKS: UNUSED 15M85 & 10M BOTH WITH AIR CLUTCHES RIG FRAMES: UNUSED 10M,13M,15M, & 15M85 NEW FAILING 18” ROTARY TABLE, MAIN BEARINGS. NEW & USED HANDLING EQUIPMENT IN STOCK: TONGS-SLIPS-ELEVATORS NEW & REBUILT MIDWAY 8-1/2” & 12” ROTARY TABLES RIG PARTS

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J W S Equipment, Inc. 3004 Bradford Drive Moore, OK 73160 Office Phone: 405-794-7334 Shop Phone: 405-794-3600 Fax: 405-793-1690 E-mail: [email protected] DUPLEX MUD PUMPS New, used or rebuilt Gardner-Denver 4x5 thru 7-1/4x14. Selected Gaso & Wheatley & Failing duplexes. New & used Pump parts. PUMP GEARS New G-D herringbone Eccentric Gear & Pinion Gear Sets for 14” FK-FXK & FN-FXN. Original O.E.M. surplus gears. SKIDDED & POWERED PUMP PACKAGES Gaso Fig. 1743 7-1/2x10 w/6-71 DD. FG-FXG 5x6 w/2-53 DD. GD FXZ 7-1/4x12 w/Mattco F.E. w/quick change caps w/DD 8V-71. COMPRESSORS Skid Mounted LeROI 256SDS Compressor Package w/DD 6V-71 diesel, V-belt drive, air receiver tank, fuel tank. Used/rebuilt LeROI 100S1, 100S2, 100SDS & 256S2. New & used parts for LeROI reciprocating compressors. G-D WCQ, WCG & WCH Part machines. MISCELLANEOUS New Mud Gauges & Shear Relief Valves for pumps.

133 RIG PARTS Chicago-Pneumatic, REICHdrill, Driltech rotary drill parts. 630-968-7795

MIDWAY 12 ROTARY TABLE SPEEDSTAR 8-1/2 TABLE GD FXD 7x10 PUMP PTO - HYD LEVEL JACKS RENE HENDON 281-260-0880 Parting out IR, Driltech, CP and other drills. Located in Kentucky. Harper Diesel & Machine Service PH: 606-464-8108

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We’re the Experts when it comes to Denison Hydraulics for Your Drills. Pump and motor failure means costly down time for your business. That’s why Nova Hydraulics stocks remanufactured Denison Piston and Vane Pumps & Motors for your drills. We’re dedicated to keeping our customers up and running. In Stock for I.R. & Driltech: Feed Pumps, Rotation Pumps, Travel Pumps, Fan Acc., Head Motors, Fan Motors, Dust Collector Motors, Travel Motors • 25 years experience remanufacturing Denison Pumps & Motors • Denison Factory Trained • 250 H.P. Test Stand - 7500 PSI, 200 GPM Capacity • State of the Art lapping and cleaning equipment • Fast, responsive customer service • Extensive Denison cross reference information to OEM part numbers

HD Gardner Denver 1000, hyd. pulldown, 7-1/2” retractable table, 256 LeROI compressor, 5x6 Gardner Denver mud pump, 784 Spicer PTO air shift, 3 hyd. jacks (HD) heavy mast, Bean water injection, 300´ drill pipe & tools, mounted on International Eagle - 400 Cummins ....................................$95,000. 918-647-8926 or 918-649-8160. J. Grantham Drilling - Oklahoma

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RIG & EQUIPMENT PACKAGES FOR SALE ´77 Gardner Denver 2000 mounted on Carrier. ´81 Auto car pipe truck. Pipe bed w/slide and dolly. 2,000' 3-1/2 IF bottleneck 20' pipe; 4-6” collars 20'. ´73 Mack water truck, 80 BB w/Vac Pump.

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Complete Repair Services We rebuild complete drill unit components. We are specialists in the repair & service of Failing chain feed drills & parts. • For sale: 3x4x13 Magnum pump rebuilt with mechanical seal. Fluid end all new. • For sale: 5x6 GD Pump, completely rebuilt to new both ends. Possibly deliver. Call or fax for listing.

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PTL Bit & Supply Co. 301-842-0075 ptlbitandsupply.com 1994 I.R. T4W 900/350 Rebuilt Rotary Head, 6,000 Original Hours, Cummins in CCC & on Deck, 300' Drill Steel, 6", 8" & 12" Hammers, Ready to Drill. $245,000 NEW I.R. Hydraulic Hammer Breaker $4,000 IR Double Motor Spur Gear Head $22,500 1991 Schramm T450 on Ford F900, 750/300, 300' of drill steel, tools. Ready to drill. $125,000 IR Four Hole Gear Box, 25' & 30' IR Carousels, Jacks, Pulldown Cylinders, Main Pump for Driltech, and other I.R. & Driltech Parts

Call Jack, Rob or John. 2008 SpeedStar 50K - mounted on 2009 Peterbilt 367 w/CAT C-15 Tier 3, 1050-350 air, 4x3 Mission centrifugal pump, 50,000 lb. auxiliary winch. Call 307-680-9901.

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Drill Rigs Cheap. (6) Mayhew 1000’s will part-out. GD, Midway, Badger, Failing, Portadrill w/5-1/2x8 pump, pipe, pumps & rig components. Too much list. Call for prices 361-375-3998 or 361-319-2999.

22W BE Combination Rotary, V60 Wisconsin Motor, 2x3 Mission Mud Pump, Hercules 6 Cyl. Deck Eng. Ready to Drill!.........$30,000 ........231-920-1973.

´76 Gardner Denver 2000 mounted on Carrier. ´91 Ford 9000 pipe truck, pipe bed, w/slide & dolly. 2,100' 3-1/2 IF bottle neck, 20' pipe w/slots. 4-6” collars 20' ´77 Int. 5000 water truck, 80 BB w/vac pump. Rouch 512 spinners, subs, tools. For Detailed Specs, Photos, and Prices, please call 307-620-9180 or 307-684-9180 or E-mail: [email protected].

2002 RD20 mounted on 4 axle Crane Carrier w/350 Cummins. 1250x350 air. Recent top overhaul & turbo. Range III, set up for large diameter drilling with 5-1/2” drill rod ..............$450,000. 208-772-4004

´82 DH1 Driltech, mtd. on 4 axle CC w/ 400 Cummins. 1050x350 Sullair compressor. 3408 Cat deck motor. 34´ of head travel, Stinger to run Range 3 casing. 13-3/8 & 10-3/4 Eckel power tongs, tractor w/drop deck trailer. 1,050´ of 4-1/2” x 25” drill pipe. 80´ of collars, 12” & 8” hammers, IR fast track 1070x350. $320,000........307-382-4216. 1983 Track Drill with 1,000´ New 4.5 x 20 reverse circulation drill rods. High torque. Heavy hoist ..................$395,000. Jay 406-261-6711 1972 Gardner Denver 1500WHP, 4 axle CCC w/400 Cummins (low hrs), 10” table, WEJ compressor w/cycle blower, caliper brake, (2) 5x6 mud pumps in series, new sandline drum, 5” Kelly, Working Daily. Various new parts. Price Reduced. Must Sell! Call Jim 217-932-3000 day/night. Schramm T64 HB - 6 rod carousel, rebuilt deck engine/compressor 450/250 air, new clutch, heat exchanger, mtd. on ´77 Ford 8000. Reduced $45,000 OBO. Also available, 320 ft. of drill stem, stablizers, subs, & bits......608-790-3745.

135 RIGS 2007 Atlas-Copco T4W 2006 Atlas-Copco T3W 1070/350, rod loader, spinner, mud pump. Price Reduced. 2005 Ingersoll-Rand T4W low hours, excellent condition 2006 Schramm T450WS low hours and many extras. 2002 Schramm 660 900/350 1998 Ingersoll-Rand T4W 900/350 Price Reduced. 1984 Ingersoll-Rand T4DH Price Reduced. 1993 Ingersoll-Rand T3W 900/350 1984 Driltech D40K complete rebuild 1999 lots of extra's. 2001 Driltech D25 1050/350 Excellent Condition. 2006 Driltech D25 1000/350, very low hours. 2006 ECM 590 YH70 Drifter Frac Unit on 1999 F550 with 6 ton hoist. Tony Fritz 570-470-6323 www.lodestarequipment.com ´86 Schramm T685DH Deep Hole 3,000 ft. Rig, 900-350 air, GMC 7500 crew truck, water & fuel tanks. ´97 Ford F900 pipe truck, 2006 Ingersoll Rand compressor 1170-350, doghouse w/tools, 1,860' drill pipe, bits, hammers, generator, hand tools, ´99 Freightliner winch truck. Can sell separately........918-698-7285.

2002 Taylor HRT 5000, 200,000 lb. DD, 67´, 5 axle carrier, C-15 540 HP Cat power, GD 18” table, 5” hex Kelly. Challenger 360-200, 200,000 lb. DD, 96’. 3 axle trailer mounted, enclosed Cat C-15 power, 96´ high, 18” H&T table, square Kelly and H&T swivel, 8´ sub structure. Challenger 320-150, 150,000 lb. DD, 200,000 floor, 79´, 3 axle trailer mounted, enclosed Detroit series 60 540 HP, Detroit power, H&T 18” table. Failing 2500, tandem axle, trailer mounted, 671 Detroit, Double Drum. Failing Jed A, trailer mounted, 2-471 Detroit’s, Gorman Rupp RC pump, 6” Kelly and swivel. Call 808-478-7112.

1972 BE 10R - Serial no. 33472. Mtd. on 1972 Ford L8000, 3208 Cat diesel, 5x6 GD mud pump, 50SDS LeROI air compressor, water injection, line oiler, 240' drill rod, 25' fluted Kelly, tag axle. New rod rack, new mud tub, less than 6,000 original hours on Rig! Ready to Drill. E-mail: [email protected] Call 517-857-2266 or 517-204-1635.

1996 Ford/IR DRILL RIG. 2006 1321 Weldco-Beales casing hammer. 2 Miller Bobcat 225 welders. 2 Pullmaster winches. Petrol drill pipe chain & tongs. Casing hammer rails, Mission 4x3 centrifugal pump. $219,000.00. See pics at: www.idahowelldrilling.com 208-286-7900

Midway HD 1500 - 60K#, 53 ft. mast, on Ford 8000. Needs work. Air clutches.....$23,000 ....772-468-3108.

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ROTARY’s Portadrill RC, 522 Boart Longyear DB 430 Schramm: T-64’s, T64 retrofitted, TH-40, T64HB’s, T-66H, 450, 450-H, T-660, T-685HH, T-985H, T-300M, T-450WS (2) T-64 Schramm Pkg. Deals Davey M-8’s Diedrich D-120 Driltech: D-40-K, D-25-KW’s, D-25, T25K5W GEFCO: 30K, 300, 55-15K-HL Foremost: DR-12W, DR-24’s, DR-40, CT 150 Failing: Jet A RC, Holemaster, CF-15’s, 1250’s, 2000, F-10, 1500, 2500 Franks RC-102 Drillmax 180, 250 Drillmaster 400 GD 500, 1000, 2000, 1500 WHD, 14W, 17W-1, 1500W, 2500, 3000 Mayhew: 500, 1000, 2000 Reed SK-1 REICHdrill/Chicago Pneumatic: T-650 W11’s, T-625W, 625 W11, T-650W’s, T-600, T-650 WS, T-700 Magnum, CPT-672 HH RC angle pkg., T-690W, T-690W II, CP-RT 1800, RT-2500, CPT-650, CP-T-650 W Legend, CP-650 SS, CP-T-670, CP-T-7000 HH, 450 Crawler Portadrill TKS, 524 SpeedStar: SS-5, SS-10, SS-15, SS15K, SS-16 CCC, SS-22, SS-35, SS40, SS-70K CCC, SS-135, SS-700, SD-200, (2) SS-15 III, Mini Star, 30K Atlas Copco T-3W IR: T-4 HH’s, TH-60’s, T-64’s, RO-300, T-4 BH, DM45E-Tracks, TH-75W, TH-55, T-685 HH, T-3, T-3W’s, T-4’s, T-4W, T-4W LD, R-300, RD-20’s w/rod DSI Quikdrill SQD-275 Jaswell 1200 Canterra CT311 Midway 3500 CCC, 13-M, 13-W, 1500’s Sanderson Cyclone 200R 10R Cyclone 35R Combo Rig, 36R, 44R Shop built: 300´ & 400´ Drills, 2500 Wichtex: R-3 Cyclone Dyna YGL-100, Tracks BUCKET Parts inventory for CP, REICHdrill, IR, Schramm & Driltech MANY WATER TRUCK’s, BUGGIES, SERVICE, AND VAC TRUCKS MISC. Mud Systems Drill Steel & Tooling Schramm, IR Compressors Holte Casing Extractor, Hammer Viper Grouters Numerious Mud Pumps, Grouters, Mud Systems Drill Rod, Air Boosters, Compressors, Generators AUGER’s YGL-100, Tracks Core Drill Wireline Pkg. CT 150 Foremost CME: 45’s, 55’s, 75’s, 550, 850 Diedrich D-50, D-120 Mobile: B-40, B-53, B-57, B-61HD, B-59 1989 Canterra 150, CP-15 SIMCO: 2800 - Tk Mt., 4000 - Track Mt. Ardco C-1000, Williams PUMP HOIST’s Smeal 3T, 4T, 5T, 10T, 12T; Pulstar P7000, Semco 6000, G&R, Monitor CABLE TOOL’s 1W, 20-W, 22-W’s, 22W Series I, II, & III, 24-L’s, 28-L’s, 36-L’s, 60-L’s SpeedStar 71, 72, 55 Cyclone 36’s, 42-R Cardwell SA 200 Walker-Neer 32 Spudder Workover Rig’s

1980 CP RT-1800 - 800/300 Air—Pkg. w/pump & 1,200’ pipe. 72 CP T-650 Retro - 500/300 Sullair—Nice! 1980 EZ-Bore - 100/42 Bucket Rig. Failing CF-15 - 5x6 Pump—Dev. air—Bargain! Failing 1250 - 5x6 Pump—Dev. air diesel. 1973 Failing Jed-A-Reverse - 450/250 Air—18” Table—(2) 471—Trailer. GD-1500 - 7-1/2x8—Dev. air on 1998 Ford 7,000 mile. 1978 GD-2000 - 900/350 Air — 5-1/2x10 Pump — Hydro-brake — CCC w/600 hp Cummins — Sharp! GD-3000 - Complete package—Rebuilt and worked— ”New reduced price”. Ideco H-40-Completely refurbished & working rig to 10,000´. 2007 IR RD-20III - 4,700 Hrs.—w/pipe—Booster & aux air—Great Price. 1992 IR TH-60 - 5x8 Pump on deck—750/350 Air— 2000 IHC. 1978 Midway 1500 - 7-1/2x10 Pump—52´ Mast—KW mounted. 1982 Midway 15M - 5-1/2x8 — 750/150 Air — 48´ Mast — Autocar — Very Nice! 1978 Midway 25M - Total refurbished 2011—CCC mounted—Best on the market! National T-20 - Completely refurbished & working rig to 7,000´. 1973 Portadrill 10-TL - Tophead – 70K pullback— 500/250 Air. 1980 Portadrill RVT - 375/150 Air—600´ Pipe. 1977 Portadrill TKT Prospector - 7-1/2x10 Pump— 500/250 Air on (4) axle IHC—Complete Package. 1975 Robbins T-37 - Hi-torque—Mechanical Tophead— Carrier mtd. 1975 Schramm T-985 Retro–900/350 Sullair—Good Buy. 1985 SpeedStar 30K – CCC mounted – Extra Nice! 2006 SpeedStar50K - 1050/350 Air—3x4 Pump—Low Miles. 1982 SpeedStar 70K - 42/100 Mast—900/350 Air. 1992 SpeedStar SD-50 – 5x6 Pump—225/200 Air— Tophead—Top condition! 1972 SpeedStar SS-15THH - 500/250 Air—5x6-1/4 Pump—Tophead—460´ pipe. 1976 SpeedStar SS-16 w/SS-22 drawworks—Great Buy! 1981 SpeedStar SS-40SP - CCC mtd.—Hyramatic Brake—18” Table—Carrier ............................$295,000. 2002 Taylor HRT-5000 - 65/200,000 Mast – DD Drawworks—18” Table—5 Axle Carrier. Wilson 600 - 7-1/2x14—P/B—60 Series Detroit. Wilson Mogul 42 - 95/300 Mast—27-1/2” Table–Trailer.

2000 BK51-F4L912 - Deutz, 2,000 lb. and 5,000 lb. Pullmaster winch, direct drive cathead and 3LG pump, auto hammer, hydraulic cooler, front buggy winch, front auger and r/s rod racks, hyd. track adjusters, angle drill capable, water tank. Asking $78,000 OBO. Call for pics. 407-298-7777

1995 V-100 Versa-Drill (complete rebuild) ................................$130,000.00. 2000 V-100 Versa-Drill (complete motor and rig rebuild) ....................$140,000.00. 2006 V-1555 Versa-Drill.....$330,000.00. For additional information and pictures go to www.rdnpdrilling.com or call Norm Eger 219-956-3481.

2007 SIMCO 7000 on a Peterbilt tandem axle truck w/CAT engine. New 3x4 Centrifugal mud pump, 2 Winches, 10 Rod Carousel for 20’ drill rods (includes 200’ of drill rod). 1-855-222-8571

IF WE DON’T HAVE IT, WE CAN & WILL FIND IT FOR THE LOWEST PRICE AVAILABLE.

CP 650 - 1974 - 450 x 250 air. Many upgrades. Mtd. on ´74 Mack. 333 Cat on deck. Drill rods included....$38,500 OBO. 518-797-3786

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TH60 - 825/350 air, 3x4 centrifugal, mtd. on ´89 HME. Set up for casing hammer. ......$150,000. Casing hammer available. RO300 w/2-5 x 10 Gaso rebuild. All new valve & hydrostats mtd. on Paystar 5000 w/8V71.......$150,000 ........559-905-0289.

Crawler hard rock drill rig and tooling available for rent or purchase. Owner financing available. Call and make an offer! Rig is practically new at 160 hours. Call Dan at 443-375-6106 or e-mail at [email protected] .

Schramm Rig T985 - Mounted on Hendrickson Crane carrier. Major rebuild. $65,900. Must Sell! Call Jim 217-932-3000 day or night.

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1997 DSM-Gardner Denver 1400 STS, air clutches, 8-1/2 retractable rotary, 10 speed, variable speed pulldown and holdback; welder on rig with plug in the side. Bean injection, Gardner Denver 5x6 mud pump, 256 LeROI compressor, 4 hyd. jacks, DSM swivel, 300 ft. of 2-7/8 drill pipe. Rig has factory made grouter. Mounted on 1997 Chevy 8200 tandem axle truck, 40,000 rears, 18 front. Rig has lots of options. Low Hours..$245,000 OBO. 918-647-8926 or 918-649-8160. J. Grantham Drilling - Oklahoma

DRILTECH DRILL D40K, D60K D90K SCHRAMM 685 PLEASE CONTACT US TEL 818-956-5231 FAX 818-956-5239

www.pacificcranes.com 2002 RD20 mounted on 4 axle CC w/350 Cummins. 1250/350 air. 5 hrs. on new 3412 Cat, Range 3, 1,800´ of drill pipe, 90´ of 6” collars, 20´ of 8” collars, 12 & 8” hammers, tractor trailer w/drop deck. IR fast track 1170/350. ...$700,000. 307-382-4216

2003 Foremost Dual Rotary DR 12/25P-40/12-900 03 Sterling, 900/350. $510,000.00 • 1996 Driltech, Model T25KW 97 Ford, 900/350, New Paint. $159,000.00 • 1996 GEFCO SD-30 300/200, 5x6. $68,000.00 • 1991 GEFCO 30K 91 Peterbilt, 900/350. $129,000.00 • 1990 GEFCO SD-200 500/200, 5x6. $125,000.00 • 1978 IR TH60 Reconditioned, 450/250, 3x4. $110,000.00 • 1970 Gardner-Denver 1000 98 Peterbilt, 5x6. $49,000.00 • 1963 1250 Failing 81 Ford F700 4x4, 5x6. $29,000.00

1979 SIMCO 5000 on Ford L9000 twin axle, 4x3 Mission pump, 15' rod box, 300 c.i.d. Ford gas deck engine, 3406 Cat diesel in Carrier, 240' 3" rods, mud pan. Excellent start-up rig package. $32,500.........910-270-2919

1986 REICHdrill 650 WS. New Atlas casing hammer w/lift system. $169,000 OBO. Drill rods, bits, and water truck available ................208-772-4004.

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1992 Schramm T450M on Ford FT-900. 200x300 air. 471 Detroit deck motor. 3x4 mud pump. 6 rod Lazy Susan. $100,000 negotiable. Also, 1999 Int’l water truck $15,000. 1996 SIMCO 6000 pump hoist .......$15,000......................269-684-3549.

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1978 BE 10-R - 6/71 Detroit, 256-S2 LeROI. 3208 Turbo Cat mtd. on Hendrix crane carrier. No tools, no mud pump. Good Condition..........................$25,000. 928-925-0533. Central Arizona

2005 SIMCO 2800 on a 7300 IHC 4x4 truck. This rig handles 10’ drill rods, 2speed drillhead, 2x3 centrifugal mud pump, 2 winches, 185/150 air compressor, 500 gallon water tank, Includes SIMCO PDQ drill rod. 1-855-222-8571 78 |

2000 GEFCO 30K mounted on 378 Peterbilt, 3406E 8LL trans., 1050x350 Sullair, 5x6 Gardner Denver pump. $265,000. 970-779-8921 or eves 970-259-8559

1980 Midway 15M mounted on 1979 Autocar w/fresh overhaul, 900/125 Sullair, PTO driven, 3 drum drawworks, 8" retractable table, 4 x 3 cent. mud. NICE CLEAN RIG. $150,000.00 US. 806-778-4920

1975 Ingersol Rand TH60 - Mounted on Ford Truck. 256 LeROI Air Compressor. New Tires and New Valve Bank. Asking $60,000. 602-540-8893

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2007 Versa-Drill V-2000 - 4,200 hours. 15K mainline, 4K auxiliary line, double catwalk, 3L6 Moyno, hyd. welder/gen. 20 gpm injection pump. Price Lowered! Now $525,000......888-372-4461.

1988 T4 IR Rig. 0 hrs. on rebuilt 900/350 comp. 2,200 hrs. Cummins KD16, complete with 1,000 ft. +/- of 4-1/2” & 4” IR drill rod. 5”, 6”, and 8” DHDS. Bits to 10-1/2”. Very good shape. Owner operated........$156,000....Call 800-253-1451.

Gardner Denver 1500 mounted on ´98 Ford L9T with Cat engine approx. 7K miles on truck. Includes 7.5 x 8 mud pump, 300 cubic foot air compressor, 7.5 retractable table, 3 leveling jacks, and 38-foot mast .............................$120,000. 601-597-6827 or 601-445-8930.

Portadrill 524/1-738 - 54’ derrick, switched to hydrostat controls, mtd. on 1994 International, (11) 4” 30’ drill collars, 2,000’ 2-7/8” high-drill drill pipe, 28’ flatbed pipe trailer, 28’ enclosed doghouse w/lights, generator, workbench, lockers, & shelving. $155,000. FZFXZH Gardner Denver mud pump 5-1/2” x 12” with twin Detroits mtd. on mud boat bottom . . . . . . . . . . $30,000. Call John at 217-240-0560.

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Versa-Drill V-100, 1998, 6x6 International 4800 Carrier, 500/200 compressor, oiler, carousel, 3x4 Pump. All rods and pan incl. Fast wells and geothermal. Works daily. $165,000. 910-270-2919

1990 Versa-Drill V-100, low hours. Mounted on 1987 Brigadier, low miles. 300/200 Air, 5x6 GD. Also, 4x3 Centrifugal Mud. Make offer. Call 1-204-482-7886 Mb, Canada. HTB builds new Kelly, top drive, air, & mud rigs. We sell & repair used rigs. Go to web site for pictures & listings. Rigs & components. HTBPORTABLEDRILLINGRIGS.COM Portadrill 10TKT mtd. on L800 Ford gas carrier, Detroit deck motor, 8-1/2" NEW retractable table, double drum drawworks, sandline, 5 x 4 cent. mud, 50' mast.....$40,000.00 US.....806-778-4920. 1973 GD 15W, 56' derrick, 350 Cummins, 9" Howard Turner table, 5x6 mud, WEJ air w/booster, 3" swivel, hold back for DTH.....................505-753-7590.

1978 DSI Quikdrill, Tophead Drive (Dual Motor), GD 5x6 Mud, Joy 250/125 Air, F7000 3208 Cat, Great Working Condition. $35,000. Call Ira 813-633-9566. Pics/Videos/Info at www.exumwater.com 2001 Driltech D25K - 3,700 hrs. 157K miles. 1000 CFM/350 PSI, great condition. Rubber 90% good. 420 ft. rod. All related tools included ...............$210,000. 800-422-7614 or 704-902-4210. Schramm T64HB - 8V71 Detroit on deck - Good. 750/150 LeROI comp. - Good. 2 motor tophead drive. 200 ft. 4-1/2” x 20 ft. rod. 5” hammer & 6” bit. Mtd. on 850 Ford V8 gas.$25,000 OBO..609-882-3107

1991 Failing F-6 - 4BT3-9-P Cummins dsl. 3 winches. 5,846 hrs. Like new. Mtd. on 1991 Int’l 4900 6x6. Fuller 6 spd trans. 17K miles. $55,000. 423-510-0110.

Gardner Denver 2000, 6 lines, 58' mast, 18" table, 1,200' drill pipe, 5-1/2x10 mud, mounted on ´77 Kenworth 4 axle carrier, currently drilling ..............$225,000 OBO. 806-681-7150

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RIGS 2008 Cameron C-500 (NEW) $725K 1977 GD 2000, 5x10” mud $295K 1976 GD 2000, 7x10” mud $205K 1979 SpeedStar SS-15II. Tophead, Air/Mud...$77.5K Ideco H-35, DD, Trl. Mnt. 96x210’ New Pemco, Det.60. $375K GD 15W, 750x300 Screw air comp $105K 1987 REICHdrill C-700C, Air $150K 1990 Failing F10-WT, mud $125K 1980 Challenger 320, Trl. Mnt. High Sub, 17.5” Table, $450K Wilson Mogul 42, 96x250’ Detroit 60, $150K Horizontal Drill Rig, 150k Pullback, Cummins, Skid mnt. $125K

DUPLEX MUD PUMPS IDECO MM 300. 7 x 12”, Det. $45K IDECO D-50, 5 x 10” Bare Pump, $12.5K C-350 7-3/4 x 18”, no motor, $16K C-150 7-1/4 x 12”, Detroit. $25K GD 4-1/2 x 5” 3 cyc. Lister $12K

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1977 IR TH55 - 40 ft. mast with TH60 tophead. Casing driver, main line and sandline. LeROI 500@125 PSI air, 300 ft. drill rods. 1977 IH truck w/DT 466 motor. $24,000..........503-668-6913

1,000’ 2-3/8” x 20’ x 2-3/8” MH Reg., $10/FT. 680’ 2-7/8” x 20’ x 2-3/8” MH Jr FJ, $15/FT. 540’ 2-7/8” x 20’ x 2-7/8” IF, $15/ FT. 700’ 3-1/2” x 2-3/8” IF Flush, $15/ FT. 1,800’ 3-1/2” x 20’ x 3-1/2” IF, $15/ FT. 500’ 4-1/2” x 25’ x 3-1/2” Reg. CP, $15/ FT. 1,575’ IR T4W 4-1/2” x 25’x 3-1/2” API Reg. (9) 5-7/8” x 28’ x 4” FH, Drill Collars, $1,250 (8) 6” x 25’ x 4” FH Drill Collars, $1,250 Ea.

2001 Driltech T25K Drill Rig, 900x300 Sullair comp. Mtd. on 2002 Sterling 9513 truck, 27,297 mi. C/w drill pipe, hammers & bit. Very good cond. $199,900. 817-771-2166 www.milesequipment.com

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WANTED - Approximately 1969 thru 1972 SpeedStar SS-210 Drill. Running Machine, Partial Machine, and / or Parts. 603-491-7777

REVERSE DRILL PIPE - 1,800' of 6-5/8" x 20' Hacker Pipe....$109,517. 530-674-5861

1978 36TH60, International Truck, Piston & Centrifugal Pumps, All New Tires; Tophead, Swivel and both pumps overhauled. Ready to Drill! ......989-539-3011.

Failing 1500, 5x6 mud pump, 43 ft. mast, 3rd winch. $20,000 985-502-8696 Jaswell 2400 - 1292 - 1150 - 671T & 1200. 900/350, 892T. 671T & 1200 900/350, 450 Cummins & 400 Cummins on Paystars.......................508-248-7063.

1977 TH-50 high torque tophead drive, large water course swivel, 225' of 4.5" drill pipe and accessories, mounted on Autocar with 230 Cummins. Current ND plates and DOT inspection........$75,000. [email protected] 701-238-5409 2005 SpeedStar 50K - mounted on 2005 Peterbilt 357 w/CAT C-15, 1050-350 air, 4x3 Mission centrifugal pump. ........................Call 307-680-9901.

SIMCO 5000 - shop built PTO driven, 3x2 Cent. 100/185 air, 8,000 lb. winch, grouter, 435´ 2-7/8” rod, mtd. on ´81 2575 Int’l, 300 Cummins. Good shape, great on fuel, low maintenance. Call 989-305-0463.

I BUY USED MUD ROTARY RIGS. Such as Mayhew, GD, SpeedStar, Failing, Badger. Also, mud pumps. 979-553-3714 Texas

1984 SpeedStar 30K...............$125,000. ´77 Int’l 5000 w/4,000 gal & water pump. Call Balow 928-899-1400 or 928-442-3240 Central AZ.

(3) Failing 1500’s, 27´ mast, 5x6 mud pumps. 727-571-1313 or 727-463-6091.

1982 SS40 SP Drilling Rig with pipe, pumps, collars, trucks, etc. For more information ...Call 307-751-0071.

´91 IR TH-55, rods, tools, 600/250, $110,000/OBO CALL KEN 989-295-7722.

2007 Atlas Copco T3-DH70, 1,500 Hrs. 2005 Atlas Copco T3W, 1070, $360,000 2003 IR T3-DH50, 5,500 Hrs., $335,000 1994 IR T3W, 825/350, 3x4, $170,000 1996 IR T4W, 900/350, $205,000 1981 IR T4LD, Range II, 70K, $155,000 1977 CP 7000, 825/300, $65,000 1981 Jaswell J1200, 900/350, $75,000 1995 Drillmaster 400, 300/200, 5x6, $85,000 1981 Failing CF15, 5-1/2”x8”, LeROI $75,000 Failing CF15, 2005 Kenworth T300, $80,000 Failing CF15,´86 Chevy, FM45 Pump, $35,000 Franks RC-102 Reverse Rig, Pipe, $125,000 GD 1000, ’86 Freightliner, 5x6, $75,000 Lanark 2500, Trailer, 7-1/2”x10”, 18” Table Mayhew 1000, 7-1/2” Retract, 5x6, $25,000 Midway 15M, 5-1/2x8, Air Clutches, $125,000 1975 Midway 1300, 5x6, LeROI, $55,000 1992 Mobile B-59, Ardco 4x4 Buggy 1997 Schramm T685, 74K Pullback, 1000/500 1980 Schramm T685, 40K ’93 Mack, $150,000 1978 Schramm T685, CCC, $95,000 1999 SpeedStar 30K, 1000/350, 3x4, $225,000 1988 SpeedStar 30K, 900/350, 3x4, $110,000 1978 SpeedStar SS15, CCC, 750/250, $65,000 1978 SpeedStar SS22, 8x4 CCC, $140,000

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Located in Moab, Utah Contact Todd Beeman 435-259-7281 [email protected] 1973 T4 - 250/600 air, Detroit on deck, 501 gas in truck. 500 ft. of rods and tools. Good condition .................$35,000. 803-932-0715

Liberty Hill, Texas

´78 IR 36TH60 on 5000 Paystar w/871 Detroit. 3x4 Sandmaster mud pump. 250x450 LeROI air .....................$48,000. 614-877-9407 - leave message.

Steel Buildings - Quonsets Arch Seconds - 25x40, 30x50, 40x60, 45x72 & 51x96. Roof & sides. Ltd supplies. Archway Steel Buildings 800-344-2724/Fax 412-771-4191

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Boart Longyear DB430 - 2008. Bought new in 2010. +/- 700 hrs. 500’ 3 -1/2” rods. ODEX system. 385,000.00$ 450-577-2990

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Bucyrus Erie 60L or 24L in good shape with diesel power unit. Truck or trailer mounted. No dealers please. E-mail details, photos and location to [email protected].

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176 WATER LEVEL MEASUREMENT Waterline Envirotech Ltd. has manufactured water level indicators for 30 years. We offer depths to 2,000 feet in various scales and a speedy repair service (most brands). Complete ready to use instruments start at $237. Tel/Fax 360-676-9635 E-mail: [email protected]

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155 TRENCHERS Utility 475 John Deere set up for digging 12” ditch, angle blade and backhoe. $7,500.00 319-721-7902 DITCH WITCH 7610 - 80 HP GOOD CONDITION, 650 HRS. [email protected] 1-866-935-5426

160 TRUCKS 30-Freightliner Trucks 6x6, 60 Series Detroit, HT740, Allison Trans., Rockwell Axle, 68KGVW, 315/80 R22.5 Michelin, Low Miles SEMCO, Inc. PH#800-541-1562 Auger truck, 17 in. fiberglass body, gas powered. All units working. 40 ft. reach +/_ ......................................$3,850. Call 800-253-1451.

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1995 Ford 9000, built in 2001, with 2,600 gallon flat tank, 225 gallon auxiliary fuel. Locking rears, Cat 375 HP. 48,000 GVW, 1/4 plate construction . . . . . . . . . .$14,500. 937-355-3825 Manufacturing quality custom built epoxy coated Flattanks - any gallon or tank length sizes with or without material handling IMT cranes. Custom build your next water tank or pipe truck with us, engineered for convenience and durability.

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INFLATABLE 1990 GMC flatbed water truck, 24' bed. $19,000.00 Call Steve 775-530-5954. In stock a 2,100 gallon water tank, 20' 6"-246" tank length, 21" tank height, (2)-119 gallon fuel tanks w/20 gpm fuel transfer pump with 50' fuel reel, passenger side torch box w/50' torch reel, 19" fold down step w/15 ton pintol air & wiring to rear, 18" elevated crane mount, 3 tie down winches w/straps, full length tie down rail w/channel stakes, mid deck stake pockets. Call for Price!!!

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195 WIRE ROPE BUCKEYE DRILL COMPANY BETHLEHEM WIRE ROPE FOR ALL YOUR DRILLING NEEDS MADE IN THE U.S.A.

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GeoLoop Grouter 50-500, 4 cyl. Cummins, 20K lb. Trailer, 3K lb. sand hopper, 80 gal. mixer, 500 gal. water tank, 600 ft. loop spinner. Three to choose from........Starting at $33,400. 410-789-5020 Looking for a full-time environmental/ geotechnical driller with 3+ years of experience with hollow stem auger drilling and monitoring well installation. CDL required. Able to lift up to 80 lbs. Competitive salary based on experience/ qualifications. Paid time off/holidays. Health insurance. Relocation assistance. Contact or send resumé to [email protected].

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1996 CME 550X ATV Auger Rig, 18,000 lbs., length 21’, width 8’, height 7’, main hoist 7,000 lbs, auxiliary hoist 3,200, 1,300 hours approx., Cummins 300 hp..................................$100,000. 931-762-7548 x13 or 931-242-2010 1991 IHC 4600 4x4, Frac unit, 10,000 lb. National Crane, 30,000 lb. winch, Perkins diesel on deck, 12 ft. road plow, Ready to work ............................$55,000. Ditch Witch 5110 trencher/hoe, 2,200 hrs. Nice shape ..........................$15,000. DSI 10 bag grouter, hyd. driven ..$6,000. 1991 IHC 4600 4x4, DT466, Allison auto., van body, 600 ft. pump test reel, 15 bag DSI grouter, stainless tanks, 10,000 watt hyd. generator/welder, 16,000 lb. winch..$50,000 .410-409-1754.

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Need Texas Licensed Drillers & Pump Installer. Top pay depending on experience. Call 936-825-4508. 1995 Schramm T450W - Totally Rebuilt & Retro Fitted Front to Back in Winter of 2007. Mounted on Ford LTS 8000, GHH 825/350 PSI Compressor, rebuilt March 2011. Series 60 Detroit Diesel with ADM Electronic Module. Atlas R2000 Casing Hammer. Too Many Details to List, Working Daily. Well Maintained - Kept in Heated Shop. Call for details 519-763-8239 or E-mail: [email protected]

5 Ton SMEAL on a 1996 GMC Topkick TC6H042, 5 ton hoist Model 5T SMEAL, Caterpillar diesel 3116, 155,833 miles ........................$18,500. 931-762-7548 x13 or 931-242-2010 DRILLERS/HELPERS WANTED: Established Tennessee based company seeking experienced Drillers and Drill Helpers. Successful candidates should have experience with auger, rock coring mud rotary, and air rotary drilling. Environmental drilling experience a plus. Valid Class B CDL and clean driving record required. Excellent pay & benefit package. FAX RESUME TO: 423-510-0237 E-MAIL RESUME TO: [email protected]

Portadrill RVT R-6 - Completely rebuilt, 471 Detroit, air controls, 49´ derrick, trl. mtd. Excellent. $120K. 800-692-0222

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