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Different Ways to Prepare a Pipeline for Pipe Bursting

Pipe bursting is a versatile method for replacing aging or damaged pipelines. While this technique offers a wide range of benefits, it also requires…

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Understanding the 4 Stages of Site Investigation

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Lateral Connection

The lateral connection is the point at which the sewer line coming out from homes and businesses connects to the city's main sewer line. The lateral sewer line is smaller in diameter than the main sewer and is connected to the sewer main by a wye, saddle or cut-in-wye connection. A…

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Hoop Stress

Hoop stress is the stress that occurs along the pipe’s circumference when pressure is applied. Hoop stress acts perpendicular to the axial direction. Hoop stresses are tensile and generated to resist the bursting effect that results from the application of pressure. Three principal…

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Berm

A berm is a ridge or barrier constructed of compacted soil, gravel, rocks, and stones to prevent, divert, or direct water away from a particular area. It is constructed as a level space or mound that separates two areas. In trenchless construction technology, berms are constructed in…

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Understanding the 4 Stages of Site Investigation

Site investigation is an integral part of any construction project, and should be attributed as much significance as would be ascribed to any other part of the project. The risk associated with undertaking a project without adequate site investigation is monumental. It's wiser to be…

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The 5 Best Pipe Joining Methods You Can Always Depend On

Joining pipes is one of the most vital aspects of completing any plumbing job, whether it's new or a rehabilitation. The pipe joints must withstand the pressure from each line going through the joint. To employ the best pipe joining method, workers must understand the different…

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A Step-by-Step Guide to HDD

Horizontal directional drilling (HDD) is a conventional method employed by cities and construction workers to install utilities and plumbing underground. Unlike traditional underground installation, HDD does not require open trenches to complete. Equipment Needed for HDD As horizontal…

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Drilling Fluid

What are the different types of gel strengths?

The gel strength of drilling mud (or drilling fluid) is the shear stress in the fluid at a low shear rate after it has been static for a specific period of time. The parameter gives a measure of the inter-particle forces in the mud once drilling has stopped. The gel strength is one of the…

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What are the 7 steps involved in a standard sliplining procedure?

Sliplining is one of the oldest trenchless methods of rehabilitating existing underground pipelines. This technique involves inserting and installing a marginally smaller diameter carrier pipe into a larger host pipe between two predefined points. Sliplining is considered to be a type of…

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What’s the difference between microtunneling vs. guided boring?

Microtunneling and guided boring are often erroneously used interchangeably in the construction industry. While both these trenchless boring methods may seem identical, there are a number of key differences between the two that need to be considered when deciding which technology is…

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Trenchless Pipe Installation: Minimizing Disruption and Controlling Costs

In the realm of underground infrastructure repair or installation, trenchless technology has revolutionized how professionals approach projects. This innovative method…

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5 Methods for Non-Disruptive Utility Installation

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What is Horizontal Auger Boring & How Does it Work?

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What is the Difference Between Trenchless and Cut and Cover?

There are two primary methodologies within the realm of underground construction: trenchless and cut-and-cover. Both methods have distinctive characteristics and…

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How to Choose the Right Trenchless Equipment for Your Site

Trenchless methods are efficient and environmentally sustainable options for many projects, but require careful consideration of the equipment used. To select the most…

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How Affordable is Trenchless Pipe Repair vs Traditional Repair?

In the fields of engineering and construction, pipe repair is essential to the upkeep and maintenance of infrastructure. My role as a managing partner at Devco…

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Pipe Bursting Methods: Understanding the Key Techniques

Pipe bursting is an advanced trenchless solution designed to replace deteriorating pipes without the need for extensive excavation. By employing different techniques,…

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What to Consider When Choosing a Trenchless Boring Method

When it comes to trenchless excavation, choosing the right trenchless boring method is crucial to the success of your project. Trenchless boring, also known as…

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Comparing Horizontal Directional Drilling and Auger Boring

Horizontal directional drilling (HDD) and auger boring are two common methods of trenchless excavation used in construction projects. Both methods offer unique benefits…

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Trenchless technology has revolutionized the construction industry in the past few decades. With the advent of trenchless techniques like pipe jacking and…

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Requirements for horizontal directional drilling (HDD) environmental planning and construction monitoring vary greatly across North America, but regulatory obligations…

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