Tapping is the process of cutting threads on the inside surface of a drilled hole. This is achieved by using a special tool called a tap. Tapping a hole is necessary to develop the full strength of a connecting screw or bolt. In addition to creating threads in new holes, this process can also be… View Full Term
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Replacing old, worn-out pipes is a big part of trenchless operations. Learn more about replacement methods, for when rehabilitation isn’t enough.
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By: Denise Sullivan | Technical Writer @ Trenchlesspedia
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By: Phil Kendon | Technical Writer @ Trenchlesspedia
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By: Tabitha Mishra | Civil Engineer, Technical Content Writer
India has made giant strides in the technological and industrial sectors. As a developing country with one of the world's largest population, India has many needs.…
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By: Krystal Nanan | Civil Engineer
A faulty gas line is nothing to mess with when you are a homeowner. A gas leak is dangerous, not just to the health of the occupants, but also to the safety of those…
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Trenchless rehabilitation projects are by nature executed on systems that are already in use. But for a repair to be executed safely and effectively, the pipeline must…
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