Growing your business

Horizontal directional drilling operator training pays dividends

Rays Electrical reaps the benefits of investing in skilled labor training through the Vermeer HDD Circuit® training program.

Microtrenching 103: how to choose the right vacuum system and cutter wheel

When it comes to vac systems and cutter wheels, there are a lot of options and sizes to choose from. Which one is right for your operation? A breakdown of the different wheels and the considerations for vac systems is needed to help you make an informed decision.

Addressing the equipment needs of the rapidly growing solar industry

The construction of new solar energy facilities, better known as solar farms, has really taken off coast to coast. To gain a better understanding about the different types of work that are needed in this market, the best place to start is by breaking down what goes into constructing a solar farm.

Microtrenching 102: how to backfill the trench and restore the cut

Picture this: You’ve dug a trench and installed the utility line or conduit. Now the only thing left to do is backfill the trench and clean up. What’s the best way to backfill it? The answer depends on a couple of factors.

Pella-made drills install Pella fiber: how Excel Utility Contractors are connecting a city

Pella and its Dutch heritage are special to Vermeer, and Excel Utility Contractors got to experience the charm and appeal of Pella themselves. Not only is Excel installing fiber in the same town as Vermeer headquarters, but they’re also using Vermeer drills on a daily basis.

Big drill basics #1: the support equipment you’ll need

To help you understand what you need to know before entering into the pipeline industry, we’re going to dive into the support equipment you’ll need to have on hand in addition to a horizontal directional drill. There may be more to consider than you think.