September 2024 Vol. 79 No. 9

After Houston had yet another hurricane smash through the city shortly after the Fourth of July, widespread power outages in the millions that lasted, in some cases, for weeks, resulted in heavy criticism of the area’s power grid.

Wyo-Ben’s Max Gel and Max Bore HDD system offer premium solutions for enhanced drilling performance and efficiency. These innovative products ensure superior wellbore stability, suspension, and filtration control, making them essential tools for a variety of drilling applications.

The Waukesha, Wisconsin, pipeline project faced a significant challenge when an unlocated sewer forced the team to redesign the HDD path, leading to a novel approach using both HDPE and RJ-DIP pipe types in the installation. The collaboration between contractors and engineers resulted in a cost-effective and environmentally friendly solution.

Waukesha, once famous for its spring water and hailed as a "cure-all," now turns to Lake Michigan for a sustainable water source. A new 36-mile pipeline project aims to supply 8 million gallons of water per day to 16 Wisconsin communities.

In response to the growing challenges faced by horizontal directional drilling (HDD) contractors, Vermeer has introduced the R125 reclaimer, a compact mud recycling system designed to support utility-sized drills.

The journey of horizontal directional drilling (HDD) from the oil and gas sector to the construction industry has been quite remarkable. Initially adopted with great success, HDD has seen significant improvements due to advancements in walk-over locating technology and steering capabilities in various ground conditions.

The 2024 Global Buried Asset Management Congress (GBAMC) will offer an exceptional platform for professionals across the underground infrastructure sector. Scheduled for Nov. 14-16, in the Omni Severin Hotel, Indianapolis, this event promises to deliver many industry highlights.

Injection grouting is often recognized as the "original" trenchless technology of our industry. The first mainline pipe joints were sealed in 1962 in Cottonwood Falls, KS, and we have never looked back!

Texas oil pipelines near max capacity, threatening future export limits; EPA blames state for Jackson water crisis, cites inadequate oversight; League City, Texas, advances $308 million in major water, sewer upgrades; and more!

Discover the latest innovations and industry collaborations in underground construction.

Discover the latest innovations and industry collaborations in underground construction.

In the latest New Products column, Underground Infrastructure highlights Hitachi’s Super Long Front excavator, CASE’s new electric backhoe and mini excavator models, and CAT’s upgraded wheel loaders with innovative traction control. Discover the latest advancements designed to enhance jobsite performance and sustainability.