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New Canadian Dealer for American Augers American Augers has named the Brandt Group of Companies the exclu- sive dealer for American Augers and Trencor products across Canada. Adding the full line of American Augers and Trencor products to Brandt’s existing underground equipment offering improves Canadian support and distribution for a complete line that covers all sizes of equipment. The two companies’ shared commitment to maximizing customer uptime has resulted in a 24/7 support network. With American Augers’ and Trencor’s premium-quality products and Brandt’s exceptional dealership and parts warehouse infrastructure, Canadian contractors can expect bet- ter-than-ever uptime even in the toughest conditions. WHO’S IN THE NEWS Breaking News You can find additional announcements from Hole Products, the Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME), and Women In Mining in our online issue at: worldwidedrillingresource.com Send your Who’s in the News to: Bonnie@worldwidedrillingresource.com Alberta Water Well Drilling Association Manuel Zeballos is bringing his extensive experience in the mining and explosives industry to Rockmore International as market development manager - Latin America. Lorrie Partridge, president of Blackadar Insurance Agency, pre- sented Diana with a personalized Silver Anniversary Award to cel- ebrate 25 years of service to the company. Mark presented Carlin with the Highest Mark 2nd Year Water Well Driller Apprentice Award. The Honorary Membership Award went to Jack Whitehead and was accepted by Mark Holland. Celebrating our 70 th year in business! Complete line of Water Well and Environmental Drilling Supplies Featuring Casing Grips and Elevators that we manufacture Bill Johnson Equipment Company 21 S. 40th St., Phoenix, AZ 85034 (602) 275-5415 5811 NE Columbia Blvd., Portland, OR 97218 (971) 229-1288 www.billjohnsonequipment.com 13 WorldWide Drilling Resource ® AUGUST 2019