What Does
Drill Cab Mean?
A drill cab is the part of a horizontal directional drilling (HDD) rig that is occupied by the drill operator.
The cab consists of the control console and joystick that enables the rig operator to guide the operation in the desired direction. Drill cabs are designed and manufactured to make the operation of the accompanying equipment comfortable and simple. Most manufacturers arrange their controls in a similar manner to ensure that the commonality of equipment design makes operation easier, irrespective of manufacturer.
Trenchlesspedia Explains Drill Cab
A drill cab provides the necessary protection and convenience for the drill operator to carry out the job comfortably. During drilling operations, the controls in the drill cab allow the operator to monitor pressure, torque, downhole pressure and drilling fluid returns. A drill cab also has the necessary controls to load the drill string as drilling proceeds.
Drill operators are trained to identify issues with the machinery and drilling fluid. The navigator in the drill cab can also perform necessary calculations regarding the location of the drilling tool as well as its inclination and azimuth.