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Hutchinson, Kansas – StraightLine HDD, Inc. announced the acquisition of Texas-based Armadrillco, Inc. The strategic acquisition of complementary products expands the portfolio of high-flow/side-load transmitter housings and rock tools targeting hard formation pilot drilling. The combination also solidifies StraightLine’s strategic position within key HDD markets. The change in ownership was completed in February.
“This acquisition is an excellent strategic fit for our tooling business,” said StraightLine HDD president, Joe Phillips. “Both companys’ products are known for industry-leading performance and service life. Augmenting the StraightLine tool portfolio with
Armadrillco demonstrates our commitment to expand our position as a world-class
supplier of Ready-To-Work HDD solutions.”
The addition of Armadrillco products represents a significant move to broaden the
company’s portfolio of box x box/high-flow/ side-load transmitter housings, drill
heads and rock tools. “Expanding our product portfolio with innovative and patented
technologies is a fundamental piece of our growth strategy,” says Jay Cary, Vice-
President of Sales. “Product expansion, coupled with StraightLine’s established sales
and manufacturing efficiencies, will extend market reach of Armadrillco products.”
Initially, the product offering include several box x box/high-flow/ side-load and
slant-face transmitter housings, along with a variety of dirt and rock bits. Phillips says
plans are underway to expand the product offering over the next 12 months, beginning
with a number of new side-load housings in 2017.
The combination retains Armadrillco founder, Chuck Webb, as Territory Manager.
Webb, a HDD veteran as a driller and tooling designer adds decades of field
experience to the StraightLine HDD team.
About StraightLine HDD, Inc.
Since 1984, StraightLine has produced “Professional Drilling Solutions” to the trenchless industry. It’s full line of down-hole tools, wear parts and accessories are known for their innovative and rugged design. In 2015, Straight-Line HDD merged operations with Source: HDD, Inc., a leading provider of used HDD rigs and support equipment. Together, the merger created a company offering total Ready-To-Work HDD solutions—from rig to bit. Call 620-802-0200 or visit us at www.straightlinehdd.com for details.
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No-Dig Down Under is back in 2017! Join us on the Gold Coast from the 12-15 of September for four days of technical programs and networking with trenchless professionals, educators and experts.
The ASTT is looking forward to your attendance on the Gold Coast to celebrate the influential role of Trenchless Technology in the Australasian region; and to highlight the conference’s theme: ‘Protecting the past. Fostering the future’.
In 2017, No-Dig Down Under will focus on four main topics: safety, training, the environment, and sustainable growth. These themes will be reflected in the conference program, as well through the innovative additions to the exhibition agenda, not seen at previous ASTT events.
Purchase your full conference registration now and receive AU$200 off till 14 July 2017.
With a full conference registration, you will receive access to all conference sessions, an exhibition hall pass, catering throughout the event and a ticket to each of the social networking events including:
We look forward to welcoming you to the biggest Trenchless Technology event for the Australasian industry.
Kind regards,
No-Dig Down Under Team
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Congratulations to Benjamin Media on 25 years serving the trenchless and construction industry!
BMI currently publishes eight trade magazines: Compact Equipment, NASTT’s Trenchless Today, North American Oil and Gas Pipelines, Solar Builder, TBM: Tunnel Business Magazine, Trenchless Technology, Water Finance & Management and Utility Contractor. BMI is committed to online and interactive media by enhancing its print media with innovative and informative online content and mobile apps. In addition, BMI manages conferences and exhibitions across the United States — from the Trenchless Road Shows to NASTT’s No-Dig — and complements these shows with online webinar programs.
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Recently, 12 students from NASTT’s Student Chapter at UMASS Lowell attended a Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) site visit on location with Liberty Utilities in Somerset, Massachusetts. The students observed an HDD river crossing project. A safety briefing was held and all the necessary PPE was donned prior to the students entering the job site.
Everyone in attendance thoroughly enjoyed the visit and found it to be very educational on the HDD process and how trenchless technology is used in utility work.
Many thanks to Liberty Utilities for hosting the students and helping to educate the future of trenchless!
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The International Society for Trenchless Technology (ISTT) seeks an Executive Director to
manage the business of ISTT. ISTT plans to select an Executive Director by the beginning of
2017. Applications will be accepted immediately. Please see ISTT Executive Director Position
Description at www.istt.com.
Applicants should submit a resume along with a cover letter describing their qualifications for
the job to ISTT at info@istt.com. Applications are due by 15 December 2016.
ISTT was established in 1986 in the United Kingdom as a private limited company to advance
the science and practice of trenchless technology for the public benefit. ISTT and its 28
worldwide Affiliated Societies hold and sponsor training and education programs, studies and
research, and technical conferences and exhibitions promoting the use of trenchless
technologies for the public benefit. Please go to www.istt.com for more information.
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Further expands to support drillers around the world.
THOMPSON, CONNECTICUT USA, October 26, 2016 – Numa, the world’s leading designer of DTH hammers
and bits, has announced the addition of Andrew Robertson to its international sales team. Based in Scotland, Andrew will be responsible for driving sales and supporting International customers in the field.
“With the further growth of Numa’s international presence, we continue to invest in supporting drillers with the latest DTH technology and best expertise available in the marketplace,” said Numa President, Ralph Leonard. “The addition of a drilling expert like Andrew Robertson further reinforces our strong commitment to that strategy.”
Andrew commented, “I am excited to join Numa and look forward to working with the team to deliver the world’s leading drilling technology. Having a wealth of experience in DTH drilling, I’m excited to support drillers with such a respected company that prides itself on top quality products and service.”
Andrew comes to Numa with over 11 years of experience in the down hole hammer and bit industry. Most recently he held product and sales roles with Atlas Copco in support of the company’s DTH product line. In this position, he traveled throughout the world to support dealer sales, provide field support, handle warranty claims, and assist with R&D projects.
Prior to his position with Atlas Copco, Andrew worked as a Sales Engineer with Numa distributor H & F Drilling in Scotland. During this time, he developed first-hand experience with Numa hammers and bits by supporting drillers on job site throughout Europe.
ABOUT NUMA
Numa designs the world’s leading rock drilling technology with over 100 DTH Hammer and Bit products serving 11 different industries. Our products are capable of drilling vertical, horizontal, and reverse circulation holes from 3½ to 48 inches (89 – 1219 mm) in diameter and are used in 105+ countries. We have built our customer-centric reputation on providing the highest value in products, performance, and personal service available in the rock drilling industry.
Hutchinson, Kansas – StraightLine HDD, Inc. announced the acquisition of Texas-based Armadrillco, Inc. The strategic acquisition of complementary products expands the portfolio of high-flow/side-load transmitter housings and rock tools targeting hard formation pilot drilling. The combination also solidifies StraightLine’s strategic position within key HDD markets. The change in ownership was completed in February.
