Equipment spotlight

Recycle horizontal directional drilling fluid to conserve resources

Adding a reclaimer (mud recycling system) to horizontal directional drill operations can conserve resources by separating fluids from solids. Here’s how it works.

The large directional drill that operates like a small drill

Learn the origin story of the Vermeer D550 horizontal directional drill (HDD) — a large directional drill with the operational ease of a small drill.

Exploring other applications for small pile drivers

From solar farm construction to fencing in rocky grounds, there are multiple applications for small pile drivers. Find out what else these machines can do for you.

Vermeer equipment for every phase of large-diameter infrastructure projects

From site preparation and locating existing infrastructure to installing underground utilities, Vermeer offers an extensive line of equipment to help your team maximize productivity on large-diameter infrastructure projects.

The four main Vermeer HDD tooling systems and the differences between them

At Vermeer, there are four main tooling families to choose from: Armor, Ultra, Quickfire® connection system and Quickfire HD system. Each one has a unique purpose to help you drill in challenging ground conditions and picking the right one depends on your jobsite and preferences. Here’s a breakdown of each tooling system to help you choose.

What you need to know about the bump bars on the point-to-point system for Vermeer PD10R pile drivers

PD10R point-to-point models are equipped with bump bars on each end that stop machine movement when they encounter an obstacle. Let’s talk more about how these bump bars work.

Explore the reaming capabilities of the Vermeer D220x500 S3 horizontal directional drill

Learn about Vermeer D220x500 S3 and its hole-opening capabilities that can help your crew work more efficiently in a range of soil conditions.

Reduce wireline connections with the Vermeer D220x500 S3 horizontal directional drill (HDD)

Learn how the D220x500 S3 outfitted with a 30-foot (9.1-meter) rod rack can help reduce wireline connections on pilot bores.

When is it time to upgrade to a trencher for large-diameter installation work?

Only trenching with excavators? You may be investing more time and labor than needed on large-diameter installation projects. Learn when you should employ a trencher for optimal production.

What you need to know about drilling in different ground conditions

How you drill depends on the ground condition you’ll be drilling in. To help you know what you should consider in clay or loam, soft rock and hard rock, read (or watch) these tips.

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