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The Difference Between Pipe Jacking and Microtunneling

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

By: Trenchlesspedia Staff
Microtunneling
The Difference Between Pipe Jacking and Microtunneling

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

By: Trenchlesspedia Staff
Trenchless Construction
The Basics of Trenchless Microtunneling Projects

Boring into the ground to lay new pipe is a time-consuming project. There are many ways to run a new line in a place where no previous line existed. Traditional open…

By: Denise Sullivan | Technical Writer @ Trenchlesspedia
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Microtunneling: Key Planning Elements to Know

The planning phase for a microtunneling project typically includes data collection, core testing of soil and rock samples, and a geotechnical survey. The most…

By: Tabitha Mishra | Civil Engineer, Technical Content Writer
Trenchless Construction
Utility Tunneling Vs. Pipe Jacking Trenchless Construction Methods

There are many trenchless construction methods that can be selected based on prevalent geological conditions and type of project. It is advisable to understand how…

By: Tabitha Mishra | Civil Engineer, Technical Content Writer
Trenchless Construction
Slurry Pump Capacity & Flow Rates Explained: Sizing Slurry Pump Capacity to Match Project Conditions

Every trenchless project needs a method to remove excavated soil from the bore. Some methods use augers, while others could even be hand excavated. But, many trenchless…

By: Phil Kendon | Technical Writer @ Trenchlesspedia
Trenchless Construction
Why Reinforced Concrete Pipe Is Ideal for Pipe Jacking

It was in 1842 in Mohawk, New York that the oldest recorded modern concrete pipe was installed, and it lasted over 100 years. The concept of steel bars in concrete pipes…

By: Tabitha Mishra | Civil Engineer, Technical Content Writer
Trenchless Construction
An Overview of Hydrovac Excavation

Hydrovac excavation usage developed in Canada to excavate areas to gain access to underground utilities. With Canada’s harsh winter climates, the ground often…

By: Denise Sullivan | Technical Writer @ Trenchlesspedia
Trenchless Construction
An Unboring Yet Basic Guide to Boring

Directional boring isn't boringif it's done correctly and can be downright terrifying if it isn't. Directional boring isa trenchlessway to put drains and…

By: Will Carpenter
Trenchless Construction
How a Sewer is Installed

Dig a trench, drop the pipe in it, cover it up, right? Uh, no, it's not quite that simple. In fact, installing a sewer definitely is not a do-it-yourself project for…

By: Will Carpenter
Trenchless Construction
Who Invented Trenchless Technology?

Trenchless technology, the method of subsurface construction requiring little or no continuous trenching, began over 40 years ago. It was invented by Eric Wood. The…

By: Denise Sullivan | Technical Writer @ Trenchlesspedia
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An Overview of Trenchless Tunneling

Signs reading "Road Closed" have almost become a thing of the past, thanks to trenchless technology. There was a time when laying new pipelines or undertaking repair for…

By: Tabitha Mishra | Civil Engineer, Technical Content Writer

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