Volume 20 April 2023 Details on this unit and more from SEMCO on page 6.
Are you Planning to go?...................................................22 Breaking News..................................................................13 Classifieds: WorldWide Buyers’ Guide™...................43-56 Dealmakers.......................................................................39 Education Connection......................................................10 Fun Page...........................................................................17 Hot Off the Press.................................................................9 Obituary: Bisping, Calvin W...............................................7 Obituary: Deuri, Dr. Arup Saha..........................................7 Obituary: Juneau, Jr., Joseph W. “Joe”............................7 Obituary: Lowe, Bonnie Ann..............................................7 Photo Page...................................................................16,39 Product Spotlight..............................................................21 Who’s in the News............................................................13 WorldWide Association Memberships................................12 WorldWide DownHome DrillFest™ 2023..............27-33 WorldWide .........6 Acker Drill Company.............................................................3 Alberta Water Well Drilling Assoc. (AWWDA) Convention..21 Allegheny Instruments........................................................10 Armstrong Machine Co., Inc. (AMCI)....................................9 Atlantic Screen & Manufacturing, Inc. (ASI)........................18 Baker Water Systems.........................................................23 Better Water Industries Inc....................................................8 Bit Brokers International.....................................................36 Bitco, Inc.............................................................................25 Central Mine Equipment Company (CME)..........................50 Cotey Chemical Corp. (CCC)..............................................24 Drilling Equipment Sales, Inc. (DES)..................................55 Drilling Supply & Mfg (DSM)...............................................38 DRILLMAX®..........................................................................2 GEFCO (BAUER Equipment America, Inc.)........................56 Geothermal Supply Company, Inc. (GSC)..........................22 Heron Instruments, Inc.......................................................34 Horizon Hoist......................................................................40 Infinity Tool Manufacturing....................................................4 Infinity Tool Manufacturing..................................................15 KS Bit, Inc...........................................................................53 Mills Machine Company, Inc................................................11 N&N Drilling Supply.............................................................41 Palmer Bit Company...........................................................19 SEMCO, Inc..........................................................................1 Shallow Exploration Drillers Clinic (SEDC).........................14 SIMCO® Drilling Equipment.................................................54 Specialty Rig Sales (SRS)..................................................35 Star Iron Works, Inc. - Construction....................................17 Star Iron Works, Inc. - Water Well.......................................16 TDH Manufacturing Inc.......................................................42 TerraRoc.............................................................................20 Triflo International, Inc........................................................15 Ur-Energy Inc......................................................................13 Well-Vu, Inc.........................................................................37 Advertisers Featured Editorial C&G - Construction/Geotechnical ENV - Environmental G&O - Shallow Gas and Oil MIN - Mining DIR - Horizontal Directional Drilling EXB - Exploration/Blasthole GEO - Geothermal WTR - Water Focus for April 2023 - Rigs, Water Tankers, and More Heavy Equipment C&G DIR ENV EXB G&O GEO MIN WTR Fieldwork Simplified with Geoprobe’s 31 Series Rigs...8 Connor, Tim: Employee Turnover............................24 Lightweight Rig Provides Powerful Results...............41 “Smith, Billy Bob”: The “Idiots” Corner...................10 The Oak Island Mystery: Part Three.........................15 Power and Efficiency at your Fingertips....................18 Exploration Diversity for PFAS........................................25 Kwader, Thomas: Environmental Monitoring...........35 Raising the Limits of Safety with High-Current..........20 World’s First SemiautomaticWireless Blast withAvatel™...34 Innovative Solution for Shallow Gas and Oil Drilling...14 Battersby, Mark E.: Drilling Into Money Not Boring..40 Electric Drill Rig for the Geothermal Industry.............22 Storkson, Britt: False Alarms from Your Phone.......36 One-of-a-Kind Rig for Installing Geothermal Loops......37 Wilson, Jr., Robert Evans: The Un-Comfort Zone II...26 Automonous Technology Heads to Aggregate Industry..39 Flatwater Fleet: RTT Rig Tender®....................................11 Drill Deeper Using the DM650 Drill Rig.........................23 Peterson, Ronald: Water Trucks..................................33 Aardvark Packers..............16 Acker Drill Company..........16 Bit Brokers International....16 Bitco, Inc...........................17 Centerline Mfg. Co.............17 ChemGrout®......................17 Colton Bit...........................20 Diedrich Drill......................20 Drill King International.......20 Drill Pipe, Inc.....................21 Drilling Equip. Resources..21 Eastern Driller Mfg. (EDM)...21 Eijkelkamp / SonicSampDrill...24 Flomatic Corp....................24 Heisey Machine Co...........24 Hole Products....................25 Mitsubishi Materials Corp..25 PennDrill Mfg.....................25 Star Iron Works, Inc...........34 T&T Carbide, Inc................34 TerraRoc............................35 VMAC................................35 Windmill 702 LLC...............35 WWDR..............................34 5 APRIL 2023 WorldWide Drilling Resource®
Proudly Made in the United States of America - delivered WorldWide! WorldWide Drilling Resource WorldWide Drilling Resource® The complete magazine for the drilling industry worldwide, owned by drilling industry associates dedicated to bringing the most up-to-date technology and information to subscribers. Covering construction-geotechnical, directional, environmental, explorationblasthole, shallow gas & oil, geothermal, mining, water well, irrigation, wastewater; from bits, to pumps, to rigs, to tanks, through wire, and more - whatever it takes to get the drilling job completed! Managing Publisher/CEO/President: Veronica I. “Ronnie” Jones Vice President: Troy Cunningham Chief Marketing Officer: Ed Moranski Office Administrator: Michele Stevens Editor: Bonnie Love Public Relations Professional: Jan Allen Public Relations Professional: Linda Peterson Public Relations Professional: Sheryl Kevilly Representative: Marie Cunningham Editorial Contributors for this month Mark Battersby Tim Connor Thomas Kwader Ron Peterson “Billy Bob Smith” Britt Storkson Caleb Whitaker Robert Evans Wilson, Jr. Hyd/Eng Consultant: Thomas Kwader, Ph.D.,P.G. Consultant: Mary Ann Pelletier *Editorial contributions & advertisements include statements of fact and opinions that are the sole responsibility of the author and/or companies and do not necessarily imply any opinion of the owners, management, or staff of WorldWide Drilling Resource®. Images may have been altered for clarity. 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Advertising rates furnished upon request. Editorial contributions are welcome subject to editorial review.* WorldWide Drilling Resource® reserves the right to refuse any advertisement. We Recycle Standing with our Drilling Industry . . . Yesterday ~ Today ~ Tomorrow These past few years have certainly caused a great deal of strain in families not only here in the United States, but everywhere in the world. The weather has caused thousands to lose their lives with hurricanes, tornadoes, fires, and floods. The diseases seemto have taken over the earth, no matter where you are. And who really knows if our diseases have gone past the earth’s atmosphere into other universes, or if in fact, that is why we are getting so much of it here - from other planets? As I was laying out this magazine, I saw the number of deaths in just the month of February alone. It made me realize how many people who are living are feeling the pain and sorrow of losing a spouse, child, other family members, or friends and acquaintances; made me think of my son Wade “Chuck” Jones, who died in 2021, and his saying “I’m here for a good time, not for a long time.” He enjoyed life to almost its fullest potential, leaving behind his beautiful new grandbabies, going on trips with them, his daughters, and wife; as well as spending some time with me and his brother and sisters. Makes you understand, none of us are guaranteed a certain amount of time here - even though we still have unfinished work to do. We don’t know when that day will come nor how that may happen. So, please cherish each day, live it like it’s your last - love your family and friends - do the best you can - and then plan for the future as if you were going to live forever. That’s my motto. I love life, I love each of you in this wonderful industry of ours, I love helping you SMILE, LAUGH, and ENJOY YOURSELVES. That makes my life more beautiful to me and gives me purpose. RONNIE’s REAL WORLD . . . with its ups and downs ~ but always positive thoughts, hopes, and dreams. See you on the trail . . . NEXT UP ~ Alberta Water Well Drillers Convention, Red Deer, Canada; Best in the West Drill & Blast, Spearfish, South Dakota; and Shallow Exploration Drillers Clinic, Butte, Montana. With Pen - Computer in hand . . . Veronica I. “Ronnie” Jones, 850-547-0102 ronnie@worldwidedrillingresource.com 6 APRIL 2023 WorldWide Drilling Resource® ~ From the Cover ~ This unit was recently on display for sale at the Mountain States Groundwater Expo in Laughlin, Nevada. 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7 APRIL 2023 WorldWide Drilling Resource® In Memoriam Bonnie Ann Lowe (1946~2023) The California Groundwater Association (CGA) is mourning the loss of member Bonnie Ann Lowe, who passed away February 4, 2023. She was born in 1946, in Sebastopol, graduated in 1964 from Analy High School, then graduated in 1965 from Empire Business School in Santa Rosa. After graduation, she worked in her mother’s dress shop. She married the love of her life, Fritz, in 1972 - celebrating 50 years in 2022. Together, they built a family business, Sonoma County Pump & Well, which they continued to operate with their youngest son. Professionally, Bonnie was the voice of the company and was recognized as CGA’s Woman of the Year in 2012. She loved gardening, needlework, baking, spending time at the family cabin on Lake Pillsbury, and traveling to Los Barriles Baja in Mexico. Bonnie is survived by Fritz; sons Chad and Erik; and other extended family. Joseph W. “Joe” Juneau, Jr. (1950~2023) Southwest Mississippi College (SMCC) is mourning the loss of Joseph W. “Joe” Juneau, Jr. who passed away peacefully in his sleep on February 19, 2023. A resident of McComb, Mississippi, his last days were spent in Louisiana enjoying Cajun Mardi Gras with his wife. Born in Cottonport, Louisiana, Joe served in the Air Force Reserves early in his career. He was owner of Dixie Water Wells and Pumps in Poplarville, Mississippi. In 1983, he developed the Well Construction Technology program at SMCC. At the time, it was the only such program in the U.S. Joe retired in 2009 after 26 years of service at the college. He enjoyed time with family and friends, whether cooking, RV trips, working on projects, or telling tales. Many hours were spent duck hunting and fishing with friends. He was always eager for February and time for Louisiana State University baseball; October would find Joe at “Cruisin’ on the Coast” driving around in his 1955 Thunderbird. He certainly lived life to the fullest. Joe is survived by his wife Dorothy; sons Craig (Courtney) and Daryl (April); grandsons Ian, Grant, Dawson, and Eli; brothers Mike (Crystal) and Ronnie (Bonnie); and nephews Justin (Deonna), Jason (Lacy), and Christian. Dr. Arup Saha Deuri Balkrishna Industries Ltd. (BKT) was deeply saddened to announce the passing of Dr. Arup Saha Deuri, a renowned Indian rubber technologist, and Head of Materials and Compound in research and development (R&D) at BKT’s Bhuj, India, plant. Dr. Deuri passed away on February 17, 2023, at the age of 62, due to liver issues. He was a dear colleague who had a profound impact on the team and the company. Dr. Deuri was a highly regarded scientific leader who made countless contributions to BKT during his more than a decade-long association with the company. His innovative and strategic approach to R&D significantly contributed to the success of BKT; his absence will be deeply felt and his contributions to the company will be remembered with gratitude and appreciation. BKT’s Sr. President & Director (Technology) Dilip Vaidya expressed his condolences, “We extend our deepest sympathies to Dr. Deuri's family, loved ones, and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with them during this difficult time.” Calvin W. Bisping (1950~2023) The Illinois Association of Groundwater Professionals shared the loss of member Calvin W. Bisping with Comar Well Drilling on February 22, 2023. He was also a member of the Moose Lodge, a tractor and car enthusiast, and greatly enjoyed gardening and celebrating life with family and friends. Calvin is survived by his children Candy, Sandy, Timothy (Lynn), and Tami; brother Duane; grandchildren Travis, Ashley (Brad), Andrew (Natalie), Nathan (Pacey), Luke (Abby), Jonathan, Noah, Samantha, Hannah, and Justin; and great-grandchildren Gretta, Gwyneth, Tyler, and Natalie. The management and staff of WWDR extend their condolences to the family, friends, and former colleagues of these industry veterans. Lest we forget . . .
Fieldwork Simplified with Geoprobe’s 31 Series Rigs Adapted from Information by Geoprobe Systems® Tri-State Drilling LLC operates ten rigs on a daily basis providing environmental, geotechnical, and mineral exploration drilling services for engineering firms across the southeast from their offices in Chattanooga and Nashville, Tennessee. Four of their rigs are Geoprobe® - two 7822DTs and two 3126GTs. “We wanted to replace one of our oldest rigs and had been pleased with the Geoprobe product. Even though the 3126GT was newer to the market, we wanted to take a look at it,” said Robert Bittel, president of Tri-State Drilling. While talking with Lee Shaw, sales representative for Geoprobe, he described the 7822DTs as direct-push rigs which could also do geotechnical drilling, where the 31 series rigs are a geotechnical rig which can also do direct push. “Our operator is very pleased with the rig thus far and he has already put it on some interesting projects, including a barge project over water, 200-foot rock coring at a quarry site, air rotary, and hollow stem auger from 2.25 to 6.25 inches,” Bittel said. “The rig has not backed down from anything we’ve asked it to do.” The rotation speed and overall coring capabilities surprised the drill operator who cores with it almost daily. They also appreciate how well the carrier tracks and the userfriendly setup of the rig. “Stepping up to the 3126GT was a good decision for us. The 7822DT had limitations on depths, auger size, and other factors we had to consider before mobilization,” Bittel said. “You can tell Geoprobe invests a lot of resources on R&D [research and development] and relies on feedback from rig owners to assist them in making the best product they can.” The company has been pleased with the overall performance of the 3126GT. They drilled a 250-foot core hole at a quarry site in East Tennessee, where productivity and recovery were good. More recently, they did some air rotary drilling with it. “We are all in unprecedented times where companies are having to push the limits, if you will, due to workload, increase in cost of doing business, and labor shortage. Our operator of the 3126GT has met most, if not all, of our production goals since we bought the machine and he seems to enjoy coming to work more,” Bittel remarked. Their service department is also happy with the support Geoprobe provides. “I can’t tell you how many times I’ve walked through the shop when our mechanics are working on a rig and FaceTiming with a Geoprobe technician troubleshooting a problem,” Bittel said. “That means a lot to us.” For Bittel, the advantages of Geoprobe rigs, including the 31 series, are numerous from being operator and maintenance friendly to their dependability and maneuverability. “We are a better company than we were before we bought the machine,” Bittel said. “Geoprobe was listening to their customers when they designed that rig. It checked all the boxes for Tri-State Drilling.” A separate hydraulic circuit for the mud pump on the 3126GT creates consistent power for both rotation and the pump. C&G JUNE Issue Deadlines Editorial: April 15th Space Reservation: April 25th Display & Classified Ad Copy: May 1st 8 APRIL 2023 WorldWide Drilling Resource®
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10 APRIL 2023 WorldWide Drilling Resource® The “Idiots” Corner by “Billy Bob Smith” Want a few crazy and stupid idiotic stats? The average person spends over seven hours a day looking at a screen (TV, computer, smartphone). I’m not going to bore you with lots of other numbers or percentages. Suffice it to say - we are losing the human touch and here are some of the consequences: isolation, depression, anxiety, physical health, poor posture, sleep problems, obesity, digital eye strain and eye degeneration, relationship negatives, loss of effective communication and poor communication skills, and increased distance in relationships. And, technology is leading us to sedentary lifestyles and social media and screen time can be a “big bad” for mental health. Yes, there are a few positives or trade-offs, so the question everyone needs to ask themselves or consider and contemplate before it’s too late: Is technology ruining any area of my life, and are the positives of technology worth the costs in every area? Consider the consequences - increased divorce rate . . . poor quality education . . . unresponsible medical care . . . closeness in relationships . . . immaturity . . . poor responsibility . . . From a personal perspective, a few quick and simple examples: j A large percentage of my clients (over 75%) I have contacted in the past six months have completely neglected my communication effort. j In the past three months, I have sent numerous texts to my relatives and have heard back from one. j Less than 1% of the people I give unrequested gifts to say thank-you. j I have asked over 50 friends in the past three months to have lunch or dinner and 95% of them said they were too busy. j In the past six weeks, I have witnessed thousands of strangers in airports, restaurants, and hospitals on their phones nonstop. j A recent study said 63% of millennials & Gen Zs feel burned out - could it be too much time on smartphones? Is this just me, or is there something bigger going on in society? I won’t take up any more of your time, but I will leave you with a commonsense question I have asked hundreds of people in the past months: Do you think technology is now ruling your life; and if yes, is it having a negative impact? According to a national survey by the University of Pittsburgh Center for Research on Media, Technology, and Health, young adults who use 7-11 social media platforms had more than three times the risk of depression and anxiety than those who use two or less platforms. “One of the primary issues is that misunderstandings are much more likely to occur when communicating via text or email,” physician Alex Lickerman wrote in an article for Psychology Today. “Nonverbal communication, after all, (argued by some represents up to 75% of our in-person communication) is completely absent. Be careful how you word every electronic message you send, in whatever context.” This month’s Idiots challenge - see how long you can go without doing something stupid . . . Billy Bob Contact him via e-mail to michele@worldwidedrillingresource.com Drilling Fundamentals by: Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the National Drilling Association Training Day May 5 ~ Libertytown, MD www.nda4u.com https://nada.memberclicks.net/ mid-atlantic-events More education opportunities during events can be found by clicking here online at: worldwidedrillingresource.com Education Connection
11 APRIL 2023 WorldWide Drilling Resource® Flatwater Fleet: RTT-Rig Tender® Adapted from Information by Flatwater Fleet, Inc. Increase drill site productivity and you also increase profitability; the goal is as simple as that. For nearly 50 years, drilling contractors around the world have relied on Flatwater Fleet to reach that goal - and they continue to do so today. Flatwater Fleet drill site tenders are for professional drill operators who: • Effectively manage time, people, material, and equipment to maximize production. • Pride themselves on the effort it takes to be competitive and maintain a positive bottom line. • Take as much pride in the quality of their equipment as they do in the quality of their work. Flatwater Fleet takes a systems approach to the operational needs of the drill operator. It's an approach that maximizes efficiency and productivity at the drill site by saving time. Popular Options Include: • A baffled waterbed which also serves as a platform to carry tools and supplies to the drill site. • Fueling capability to keep drill rigs and other engines producing all day. • Cabinets to keep cutting torches, hand tools, spare parts, and other gear safe, clean, dry, and secure. • Loading and unloading capability through deck-mounted remote control cranes. • Water transfer capability through high-capacity, self-priming water pumps. • Tow truck winching capabilities through the front of truck or back of truck winches. • Complete self-contained welder/generator capability. Flatwater Fleet lets you create a totally integrated drill site support system ~ all you do is add the operator. WTR
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13 APRIL 2023 WorldWide Drilling Resource® WHO’S IN THE NEWS Additional announcements from TGWA, Volvo Construction Equipment, and environmental engineering and construction company Brown and Caldwell can be found by clicking this box in our online issue at: worldwidedrillingresource.com Komatsu Brings Production of Trucks Back to Tennessee To support growing demand, Komatsu has decided to bring production of its HM400-5 articulated haul trucks back to its Chattanooga, Tennessee, factory. Although the trucks were produced in the Chattanooga plant in the mid-2000s, production shifted to the company’s plant in Japan in 2009, where it remained until now. The 473-horsepower HM400-5 trucks are used primarily in the construction, mining, and quarry industries to move material across challenging terrain. In addition to the HM400-5 trucks, the plant produces midsize hydraulic excavators and intelligent excavators. Approximately 525 people are employed at the Chattanooga campus. Send your announcements to bonnie@worldwidedrillingresource.com Honorary Life Membership and Achievement Award The family of Mark Collins, CEO and president of Gulf Coast Pump & Supply for more than 44 years, was on hand to accept the Texas Ground Water Association (TGWA) Honorary Life Membership andAchievement Award on his behalf. The company was also presented with the Wesley Young Award. Work Opportunity Ur-Energy is seeking experienced drill contractors to complete development drilling and install uranium production wells (PVC water wells) at our Lost Creek and Shirley Basin uranium ISR mines in Wyoming. We offer competitive contracts for qualified contractors. Ur-Energy supports its contractors by supplying bits, mud, cement, casing, as well as backhoe services and cementing units. Program Specifics: • Mud-rotary drilling, water well license not required • Average well depth of 450 feet • Rigs need to be 1400 class or larger with an onboard air compressor • Contractor to provide water truck, pipe truck or trailer, and helpers • Mobilization of equipment covered For more information, contact: Mike Mellin, Mine Geologist: mike.mellin@ur-energy.com 307-265-2373 x429 or Randy Harvey, Drilling Supervisor: randy.harvey@ur-energy.com 307-324-4100 x437 www.ur-energy.com Project start date is May 15, 2023 and we are offering multiyear contracts.
14 APRIL 2023 WorldWide Drilling Resource® 2023 Shallow Exploration Drillers Clinic May 1-3, 2023 Copper King Hotel & Convention Center - Butte, Montana Monday, May 1, 2023 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Vendor Set Up and Registration Tuesday, May 2, 2023 7:00 am - 8:00 am Registration 8:00 am - 8:15 am Opening Remarks 8:15am - 12:30 pm Educational Seminars 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Sponsored Lunch 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm Field Demonstrations Wednesday, May 3, 2023 8:00 am - 11:30 am Educational Seminars 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Lunch 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Trip to Butte Museum For more information, contact Jonathan Neace at jneace@mt.gov or Michelle Wheat at miwheat@mt.gov www.shallowdrillers.com Innovative Solution for Shallow Gas and Oil Drilling Adapted from Information by Foremost When it comes to drilling shallow gas and oil wells, the Foremost Explorer Series rigs are a popular choice. These hydraulic, top drive rigs are designed for drilling to depths of about 6000 feet. The rigs feature a unique hydraulic pullback and pulldown system capable of hoisting up to 130,000 pounds with no mast crown load. The unique hoisting system uses hydraulic cylinders rather than conventional drawworks. This gives operators the ability to either pull back or pull down at anytime. Able to conduct both vertical and slant drilling, this rig is ideally suited for top hole drilling, setting of surface casing, or directional drilling. The Foremost Explorer Series of drilling rigs were first introduced in the early 90s. Since then, it has evolved to one of the most versatile rigs in the industry. Based around a modular design, there are several available options so each rig can be customized to suit the individual requirements of each customer or application. These rugged rigs also feature a fully automated drill pipe and tubular handling system designed to eliminate manual handling when making connections or bringing pipe to and from the drill string. In addition to being able to accommodate up to Range III casing, the Foremost pipe handler also provides sufficient clamping forces to assist in breaking tool joints. Typically, the Explorer Series of rigs are mounted on custom trailers with axle and suspension systems adhering to North American Department of Transportation regulations and standards for axle weights, dimensions, braking, and lighting. Specialized International Standards can also be provided. Optional configurations include self-propelled carriers. Depending on hoisting requirements, options, and accessories selected, engine horsepower (hp) requirements range from 500-750 hp. Not to mention, various engine emission standards are available. G&O
15 APRIL 2023 WorldWide Drilling Resource® The Oak Island Mystery: Part Three Compiled by Caleb Whitaker, WorldWide Drilling Resource WorldWide Drilling Resource® The Oak Island mystery is a series of excavations completed over two centuries to find possible buried treasure. Following the disbanding of the Onslow Company in 1805, the Money Pit area of Oak Island stayed undisturbed for 40 years. In 1845, one of the members of the original dig, Anthony Vaughan, helped form the Truro Company. With improved funding and organization, the Truro Company returned to the money pit in 1849, beginning the fourth attempt to solve the Oak Island mystery. After two weeks of removing debris and water from the pit, the crew achieved a depth of nearly 90 feet. However, the next day workers were perplexed to find water had returned to a depth of 60 feet. Determined to find a solution, the crew placed a wooden platform over the mouth of the pit and installed a hand auger to drill into the depths below. The auger penetrated a series of strata consisting of 4 inches of oak, followed by 6 inches of spruce, before entering 7 feet of clay. The crew was hopeful this divergence from the usual pattern of log platforms meant a chest containing vast riches was buried just below. When the operators withdrew their probe from the pit, they found three small links of gold chain. The Truro Company sent the auger down for another attempt, reaching a depth of over 110 feet where the auger hit another platform of timbers. No additional gold was retrieved from this drilling, but the device did produce further confirmation of oak and coconut fibers. The crew was convinced drilling had offered enough proof to conclude some sort of cache did lie buried below. In the summer of 1850, the crew devised a plan similar to the Onslow Company’s failed attempt, which included creating a shaft parallel to the original tunnel. At a depth of around 110 feet, the new tunnel would burrow horizontally, thereby entering the Money Pit. However, yet again the new tunnel filled with water. As the crew worked to drain the tunnel, workers made two valuable observations: the water present in the shaft was salty, and the level of the water rose and fell with the tide. They interpreted this to mean the water was either part of a complicated trap or a result of the natural water table. Despite their best efforts, the crew was unable to lower the water level. With little progress being made, the company disbanded the following year. Throughout much of the 19th century, different treasure hunting groups conducted several similar attempts using shafts and drilling boreholes. Discoveries included several curious items including the bottom of a yellow dish, a piece of juniper worked at either end of the wood, oak timber, and a spruce slab scarred by the hole left by a drilling auger, but no treasure. In 1897, a group called Oak Island Treasure Company set out to acquire the presumed fortune. After only moderate success in draining the Money Pit, the team followed their predecessors by relying on drilling to uncover whatever was buried. The team drilled to a depth of around 130 feet. They encountered a five-inch layer of oak, then hit an impenetrable iron surface. The workers extracted the drill pipe and found it crushed on one side, indicating it had hit the edge of the iron obstruction. The men moved their drill one foot from the initial hole, then commenced a second borehole using a drilling chisel. At around 150 feet, the drill seemed to encounter a soft metal. The drill operator found the metal could be moved slightly, forming a crevice where the drill would get stuck. After strenuous work to drill a few more feet down hole, the drill hit a similar kind of soft metal. The chisel embedded into the material and couldn't be turned or driven down, so the drill was withdrawn. Despite drilling through a layer thought to be loose metal or bars of metal, the men only found pieces of coconut fiber, oak splinters, and loose debris. At first, this appeared to be no different than previous attempts; however, among the dirt and rubble, a surprising discovery was made - a piece of parchment with the letters "VI" written on one side of the material. Excavations at the Money Pit during the late 1800s. ENV
16 APRIL 2023 WorldWide Drilling Resource® www.starironworks.com 257 Caroline Street Punxsutawney, PA 15767 800-927-0560 • 814-427-2555 Fax: 814-427-5164 SERVING THE WATER WELL INDUSTRY Serving the Drilling Industry New President Dave Rosick and Outgoing President Tyler Wills. Mitsubishi Materials USA. 50/50 raffle winner Zach Roberts. Past Presidents Ed Bates and Bill Yorton. This is just a sneak peek ~ visit www.worldwidedrillingresource.com/gallery.html for more photos online! 2 0 2 3
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18 APRIL 2023 WorldWide Drilling Resource® Power and Efficiency at your Fingertips Adapted from Information by Central Mine Equipment (CME) Ever wonder why there are so many CME-75 drills out there in the field? It’s really quite simple. With almost 50 years of field experience, the CME-75 has earned a reputation second to none for outstanding performance and dependability. The CME-75 is powered by a Cummins QSB 4.5 turbocharged diesel engine meeting tier-4 final emissions. Its hydraulic feed and retract system provides 30,000 pounds of retract force and 20,000 pounds of down pressure. The 72-inch stroke, vertical drive system has twin hydraulic cylinders mounted in line with the drill spindle so pulldown and retract forces are applied directly to the drilling tools. For exceptional drilling efficiency, the feed system has two separate controls. One gives manual control of the feed and retract and the other features detent feed and fast retract positions. Rapid retract rates of up to 95 feet per minute allows you add or remove drilling tools quickly. Detent feed controls let you dial in a specific feed rate and pressure. This system is extremely advantageous in core drilling and other operations requiring precise control of feed. Since the two controls are isolated, you can use the manual control without changing settings for the detent feed control. All drilling and set-up controls are logically arranged on the control panel located at the drill operator’s station. The location of all primary controls is the same on all CME drills so operators can move from one machine to another with confidence. The most commonly used functions, such as the feed, hydraulic hoist, and sliding base levers, are staggered for easier identification and operation. A lockout position for the clutch lever prevents accidental engagement. The rugged mechanical rotary drive provides 10,445-foot-pounds of torque, plus high rotation speed when you need it. You get the torque you need for auger drilling, as well as rotation speeds over 740 rpm for rotary or core drilling applications. Other optional rotation speed and torque combinations are also available, including a high-torque rotary drive with 13,225-foot-pounds of torque. With five forward gears and one reverse, there’s a rotation speed and torque combination available for just about any situation. The transmission is connected to the drill engine through a heavyduty 13-inch clutch. Since the transmission does not travel vertically with the spindle, you won’t find yourself unable to change gears when you’re at the top of a feed stroke. The patented emergency spindle brake can stop rotation in less than a revolution. This system is activated by two conveniently located push button switches as well as strategically located multidirectional wobble switches. ENV Mfg., Scree Atlan Inc. n & tic E-mail: atlantic@ce Atlantic-Screen.c Manufactu 302-684-3197 Manholes j Pipe Clear PVC j Inline Chemical Mixers j ell Rehabilitation Produ jW .net om rers cts DE 19968 Milton, 142 Broadkill Rd ½” - 24 ranging f Perforated of Slotted Fax: 302-384-0643 more! MUCH And j Bailers Sampling j Locking Caps j Filter Sock j Bentonite j ” rom Pipe and Why doesn't a drought go away when it rains? There are a few reasons for this. During a drought, a lot of rain is needed to make up for water deficits, fill reservoirs, and recharge aquifers. During hot summers, a lot of rain gets evaporated before getting the chance to replenish water supplies. In terms of replenishing groundwater supplies, it may take a long time for water falling on the earth’s surface to reach and recharge aquifers. The deeper the aquifer, the longer it takes for rainfall to get there.
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20 APRIL 2023 WorldWide Drilling Resource® Raising the Limits of Safety with High-Current Detonator Testing Adapted from Information by BME Based in Johannesburg, South Africa, blasting and explosive solutions provider, BME is stretching the boundaries of safety with its initiation system, testing the resistance of its AXXIS Titanium electronic delay detonators (EDDs) to high-current alternating current (AC) voltages. “There are a number of different voltages that underground mines employ for their various machinery and equipment,” said Tinus Brits, BME’s global product manager - AXXIS. “The tests we carried out with an independent research partner were able to show that the AXXIS Titanium EDD is very resistant to highcurrent AC voltages.” The Republic of South Africa Department of Mineral Resources ARP1717 certification is relevant to this aspect of blasting providing a foundation for safety levels expected from blasting equipment, said Bennie van Nieuwenhuizen, quality manager for AXXIS. “In line with our innovation focus and our commitment to safety, the tests we conducted were to push the boundaries even further in the interests of safe blasting and mining,” added Nieuwenhuizen. “We were therefore interested in characterizing the response of our detonators at far higher currents and voltages than the standards require.” These tests are relevant because EDDs are typically deployed in mining environments where the range of energy levels is difficult to predict - as every mine will have their own preferred power supplies. In some mining applications, EDDs are used near electrical wires or electric initiation systems. “This gives rise to the risk that the EDDs could be exposed to high voltages and currents due to human error or equipment failure,” said Andries Posthumus, AXXIS product development manager. “It is therefore important that EDDs should have resistance to initiation when unintentionally exposed to high voltage and current.” He highlighted AXXIS Titanium EDD consists of an encapsulated electronic module, with an electronic-printed circuit board overmolded with plastic material in an exclusive shape. The area closest to the explosive part of the detonator forms a friction fit, as the detonator tube is tapered to the bottom. This creates a seal mechanism, isolating electronic components from the pyrotechnic head and base charge. Testing protocol required specialized high-power inputs, so BME partnered with the National Electrical Test Facility (NETFA). “The tests involved a high-current AC voltage source consisting of a live node connected through a resistor to . . . one wire of the detonator, and the neutral node to the other wire of the detonator,” said BME electronic engineer Van Niekerk. “A remote contactor was used to start the AC exposure while we measured the voltage with a high-voltage probe and measured the current level with a current probe.” Limits were pushed to extreme levels not expected in normal operating conditions, and in all the samples tested, no initiation occurred. “We were pleased with the results of the tests, which showed that BME continues to operate at the highest levels of safety,” said Brits. “Our innovative approach ensures that our ongoing research and testing finds new opportunities for safe and efficient blasting.” A member of the BME Team works with AXXIS Titanium EDDs. EXB
21 APRIL 2023 WorldWide Drilling Resource® Thursday, April 13th 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Display Setup 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Board of Directors Meeting 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm Complimentary Wine & Cheese Reception Contact - Sheena Larson 780-386-2335 awwda2019@gmail.com www.awwda.ca Saturday, April 15th 9:00 am -10:30 am Technical Sessions 10:30 am - 2:00 pm Trade Show Open with Lunch (tickets required) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Annual Meeting Second Session Friday, April 14th 8:00 am Associate Members, Suppliers, and Technical Members Meeting in Trade Show Room 8:30 am - 9:30 am Continental Breakfast in Trade Show Room 8:30 am - 12:00 pm Trade Show is Open 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Luncheon (tickets required) with Guest Speaker Levi Stanford plus AWWDA Awards and Presentations 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Technical Sessions 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm AWWDA Annual Meeting First Session 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm Trade Show Open - Entertainment with Dueling Pianos, Buffet Food (tickets required) Decorate your booth & dress in a costume! Bring treats for the little ones in attendance. ~ Don’t Miss the Silent Auction which begins Friday Night and Ends Saturday at 1:00 pm ~ This Year’s Theme: (Best Dressed) Alberta Water Well Drilling Association Convention & Trade Show April 13-15, 2023 Red Deer Resort & Casino Red Deer, Alberta, Canada LANSAS Products, manufactured by Vanderlans & Sons, Inc., has been making the most innovative, durable, and easy-to-use Pipe Plugs and Pipeline Testing Equipment available for more than 65 years. Used in sanitary sewer, water, and other pipe structures, LANSAS offers single-size and multi-size pipe plugs, Flow-Thru™ plugs, and high-pressure test plugs, as well as air, manhole, vacuum, and joint test equipment. LANSAS Products is a Valued WWDR Advertiser.
22 APRIL 2023 WorldWide Drilling Resource® Electric Drill Rig for the Geothermal Industry Adapted from Information by Fraste S.p.A. As projects around the world search for ways to decrease emissions, the demand for electric-powered equipment is on the rise. Electric solutions make it possible to produce electricity from renewable sources and with very low or near zero emissions. Fraste has recorded a constant increase in the demand for drilling rigs powered by alternative energy forms. So, the company decided to take up the challenge of designing a drill rig capable of being powered by any source of electricity for one of its long-standing Dutch customers. The company selected one of the most popular rigs in their line of quality rigs to come up with a scalable system which could be implemented to all models of smaller or larger size. The model paving the way for electrification at Fraste is a classic, a top model for more than 20 years, the FRASTE Multidrill XL MAX 170. One of the uses for the electric XL MAXe will be for drilling wells for geothermal installations. It is equipped with a centrifugal mud pump, drilling mast suitable for the use of 16-foot rods with 12 tons pull up, double clamp, and a 2-speed rotary head. The automatic loader of the drilling rods, the Manipulator, is a must, which makes this rig extremely safe and productive. The customer requested the rig be powered by an independent battery pack which can be recharged with electricity from renewable sources. However, this solution presented logistical problems, related to the handling of the batteries; so, Fraste’s team of designers made the machine compatible with other more conventional power sources such as generators powered by natural gas or fuel cells. This feature makes the machine adaptable to different market demands. In addition, with a view to facilitating site logistics, the drill rig was equipped with a battery pack onboard. This powers a 30-kilowatt electric motor dedicated to the movement and positioning of the rig. This technical solution is extremely advantageous as it allows the loading / unloading and positioning of the machine without any connection to external energy sources. It is also a safer system as there are no live cables during its handling. The rig’s 90-kilowatt electric engine allows the same performance as the 129kilowatt heat engine mounted on the standard version. Thanks to the greater energy efficiency of the electric motors, it has been possible to reduce the installed power while maintaining the same level of performances as a machine driven by a heat engine. GEO For more information call: (270) 786-3010 or visit us online: www.geothermalsupply.com All New! Atlantis-Pro Vault • Traffic-Rated Capable • Simple installation • Trouble-free operation May 1-3, 2023 ~ The 2003 SEDC (Shallow Exploration Drillers Clinic) will be hosted by the Montana Department of Transportation at the Copper King Hotel and Convention Center in Butte, Montana. Each year, the SEDC event offers information about the latest new techniques and technologies while also sharing tried-and-true methods for those the drilling industry. Vendor set up and registration begins on Monday. Tuesday kicks off with opening remarks at 8:00 am, followed by educational seminars, field demonstrations, and a trade show throughout the day. On Wednesday, seminars and the trade show continue. www.shallowdrillers.com For more information, contact Jonathan Neace at jneace@mt.gov or Michelle Wheat at miwheat@mt.gov See more events at www.worldwidedrillingresource.com online issue. Are you planning to go? WorldWide will be looking for you! Join WWDRR
23 APRIL 2023 WorldWide Drilling Resource® Drill Deeper Using the DM650 Drill Rig Adapted from Information by DRILLMAX® Drill operators looking for rotary drilling options for larger, deeper wells in tough geological conditions look to the DRILLMAX DM650 rotary drilling rig with its 28.5-foot stroke, 40,000-pound pullback, and 8000-foot pounds of torque capable of handling deeper wells along with the weight of steel casing. The rig offers additional advantages depending on which drilling method is preferred. For air drilling or down-the-hole hammer setup, you can choose between 500/200, 600/250, or 1000/350 air compressors. Mud drill options include up to a 6X8 piston pump along with a 4X3 centrifugal pump. Either pump can run independently or supercharge the duplex with the 4X3 running in front. In keeping with the company’s reputation for simple operation andmaintenance, the DM650 incorporates robust, straightforward controls, and durable components. The mechanical controls are neatly laid out on the control panel including engine monitoring, safety E-stop, hydraulic pressure gauges, friction control levers for the mud pump and rotation circuits, and electronic throttle controls. The rig’s simple operation makes it easy to train new operators. Engineered to handle 24-inch wells up to 1500 feet, the DM650 rotary drilling rig can be customized to a specific geography and drilling preferences from a wide array of options. B Maximize production with your choice of rod carousel (3.5- or 4.5-inch) or single rod loader (3.5-inch) options. B Simplify setting wells using the breakout table which hydraulically retracts to provide a 24-inch opening, utilizing an air fork for fast and safe tripping out, quickly switches bushing sizes, and is located outside the drill mast for plenty of room to weld the well casing. The DM650 is ideal for large residential, light commercial, and farm irrigation water well jobs as well as geothermal projects. WTR
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