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Hutchinson, Kansas – StraightLine HDD, Inc. announced the implementation of an upgrade to its popular Performix Mud Mix System. At the heart of the Performix System is the centrifugal pump, which generates the best laminar flow in the industry.
The performance pump now features an upgraded silicon-carbide shaft seal. Compared to traditional ceramic seals, the new seal represents a considerable advancement in resiliency when subjected to the highly abrasive elements present in mud mixing. In field testing, silicon carbide seals improve service life by a factor of three over ceramic seals.
The Performix pump retains its lubricated housing feature, which protects the pump seal from mechanical damage if the pump ever runs dry.
The new seal is a direct, no-modification required, replacement to the existing ceramic seal.
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The South Central Chapter was established in 2015 to serve the members of NASTT from Oklahoma, Texas and the south central area of the United States. The Chapter is holding their second event on June 20 at the University of Texas, Arlington. This year we are excited to announce that the Chapter is also offering a student scholarship of $1,500!
Completed applications will be reviewed by the NASTT South Central Chapter board members. Selections will be based on academic achievement, demonstrated leadership, honors achieved, work experience, goals/aspirations, and interest stated in the underground construction industry. Completed applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. on June 1, 2017. Completed applications must be submitted to smatthes@ditchwitch.com. The scholarship award presentation will take place at the annual NASTT/UTA South Central Chapter event in Arlington, Texas on June 20, 2017.
For all the details on the scholarship, click here.
For details on the conference, please visit the conference website.
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April 4, 2017 – LAKE MILLS, Wisc. – HammerHead Trenchless Equipment, a Charles Machine Works company, has introduced the new HammerHead Roughneck™ R200, the first two-inch rock hammer engineered specifically for horizontal directional drilling applications. The R200, the smallest pneumatic rock hammer of HammerHead’s Roughneck line, is designed to expand the capabilities of small utility drills allowing 7000- to 10,000-ton class directional drills to effectively drill through solid rock as well as other difficult soil conditions.
The R200 rock hammer was made to be the most efficient system available to HDD contractors in communications, gas, electrical and water service installations. The R200 model drills a 3.125-inch pilot hole.
“The R200 allows you to use a small drill on jobs you couldn’t before. If you needed to drill through solid rock, you’d have to bring a large drill to supply enough power which requires more labor, more support equipment, and more time to complete the job. With the R200, contractors can save money by maximizing the capabilities of a small drill,” explained Josh Hood, HammerHead HDD product manager. “When you’re working in small spaces or drilling short distances such as under a road bed, it makes sense to use a small drill and now you can, regardless of soil conditions.”
A key feature unique to the R200 rock hammer is the electronically-controlled air flow. With the touch of a button, the operator can adjust the air flow from open to closed and anywhere in between which allows them to manage the power of the hammer on the fly. This feature is critical in situations where soil conditions change abruptly. The ability to reduce or increase power quickly prevents costly interruptions during the bore.
The HammerHead R200 air hammer shares similar features with the other models of the HammerHead Roughneck line. The Roughneck R400, R500 and R600 are recognized as some of the most trusted and productive pneumatic rock hammers available for HDD applications. All four models are capable of drilling at rates of up to 150-feet per hour with exceptional steering performance. Additionally, all Roughneck rock hammers feature side-load high-flow housing, a patented pull back kit system and a lightweight control station.
Serviceability is a key design feature in all HammerHead pneumatic hammers and the R200 is no exception. Patented spanner wrench holes in the front and rear of the hammer reduces the number of breakout jaws required when performing maintenance or changing out rock bits.
The HammerHead R200 rock hammer is offered as a complete system to get contractors up and running. The system includes a R200 Roughneck air hammer, offset and angled offset bits, patented pullback kit, control station/oiler with tethered electronic remote control, hydraulic breakout tooling, 2.5-inch universal high-flow housing, and a conversion kit specific to the drill.
The R200 rock hammer system is available from HammerHead Trenchless Equipment or from authorized dealers, worldwide. Authorized dealers can be found on the web at www.hammerheadtrenchless.com or by calling 800.331.6653. (International: + [1] 920.648.4848).
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NASTT’s South Central Regional Chapter is hosting their second event on June 20!
If you’re in the South Central region, plan to attend the Trenchless Technology and Pipe Conference for Water, Sewer, Oil, and Gas Applications: TTP 2017, sponsored by South Central Chapter of NASTT.
Abstracts for presentations are currently being accepted for the event.
The abstract submission deadline is May 1 and final presentation submission deadline is May 31.
Abstract information (paper is not required):
Abstracts should be submitted in the following format:
- The abstract should not be more than 500 words.
- Please type all text in 12 point Times New Roman.
- Name of the Author/s should be included, with the presenting author’s name underlined.
- Please include the full contact details of the presenting and corresponding author(s) (Address, Phone, Fax, and Email).
Abstracts should be submitted by email, as an attached document, in MS Word format (.doc or .docx) to CUIRE at cuire@uta.edu. Abstract should be submitted by May 1, 2017.
Get all the abstract details on the conference website here.
Be a part of this growing chapter’s history and network with your industry peers!
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Deep Trekker is set to launch its enhanced trenchless technology product line, the 340 Pipe Crawler system at the NASTT’s No-Dig Show in April.
Trenchless technology helps municipalities inspect, maintain, and repair their buried infrastructure. Allowing operators the ability to see what’s happening within stormwater and wastewater systems without unearthing them. This is an important fact; with every passing year, the structural integrity of many municipal water management systems are reaching the point where they need to be repaired or reconstructed. Replacing entire systems can be quite costly and in some instances – unnecessary.
Trenchless Technology – The No-Dig Solution
Performing regular inspections of buried infrastructure have proven to be the most challenging factor for many municipalities due to the lack of accessibility and affordability. One small town spent $400,000 to hire a CCTV service company to conduct inspections of it storm water pipes. Realizing after that they could conduct their own inspections using trenchless technology; this lead them to purchase a Deep Trekker 340 Pipe Crawler at a fraction of the cost.
Deep Trekker is set to introduce its enhanced product line of trenchless technology at the upcoming NASTT’s No-Dig Show. This event provides the ideal platform to display the 340 Pipe Crawler and its features to industry professionals.
This North American show will bring municipalities, contractors, engineers, and personnel from various energy and utility companies, all looking to learn about new trenchless technologies and techniques that will effectively save time and money.
Deep Trekker will be present at booth #529; if you are attending the event and would like a private demonstration or presentation, be sure to contact them in advance to set up the one-on-one meeting.
Hutchinson, Kansas – StraightLine HDD, Inc. announced the implementation of an upgrade to its popular Performix Mud Mix System. At the heart of the Performix System is the centrifugal pump, which generates the best laminar flow in the industry.
