Intro to Fluid Additives for Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD)
Exploring the fundamental principles and applications of fluid additives in the HDD process.
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Intro to HDD Fluid Additives
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Intro to Fluid Additives for Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD)
In this section we introduce you to the course outline, review the course objectives and materials for this online course.
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The purpose of Fluid Additives for HDD
An introduction to the critical role of fluid additives in horizontal directional drilling (HDD) operations.
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Intro to the DrilRite Product Line
An introduction to the DrilRite line of high performance fluid additives for HDD.
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Mixing Fluid Additives for Real-World Scenarios
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Identifying Soil Conditions
A quick guide to identifying soil conditions for an HDD project so that you can choose the appropriate additives to mitigate the challenges they present.
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Preparing your makeup water
Performing a pH and hardness test on makeup water is a simple yet important step in preparing for a Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) project. Here’s how to do it:
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Choosing the right additives
In this lesson we will go over how to choose the right fluid additives for your HDD project.
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The Mixing Process
A step-by-step introduction to mixing fluid additives for HDD.
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Performing a Funnel Viscosity Test
A quick overview of the proper procedure for performing a funnel viscosity check when preparing drilling fluid for HDD.
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Determing Proper Drill/Ream Rate
We learn how to calculate the appropriate drill/ream rate for you project.
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Course Conclusion
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