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21 WorldWide Drilling Resource ® MAY 2013 A New Era Begins with Schramm T500XD Telemast ® Drill Rigs in the Marcellus and Utica Shale Press Release by Schramm, Inc. Our new walking, talking Schramm T500XD Telemast ® drill rig rated 500,000 pound hook load is on its way to the Marcellus and Utica Shale in a compact eight truckload package. This rig sets a new standard with full 360 degree walk- ing portability for fast moves from hole to hole without the traditional limits of two axis pad mounted designs. The T500XD also talks by offering full communication interface connectivity to third party data acquisition providers that utilize the internet or dedicated satellite communications systems to remote oper- ation centers in multiple locations. Specifically designed for horizontal and directional drilling to a total depth of 15,000 feet or more, the Schramm T500XD can precisely control weight on bit without relying on drill collars and gross string weight alone. It offers best in class 35,000 foot- pounds of top head torque, third party directional steering interface, and 80,000 pounds of hydraulic pulldown capacity to take full advantage of expanding shale play opportunities worldwide. Extending Schramm’s leadership role in pipe handling automation, this rig includes an integral LoadSafe ® XD sys- tem that can handle 24 inch diameter Range III tubulars weighing up to 10,000 pounds. Drill pipe is racked in the hori- zontal position for easy loading and offloading, dramatically improving oper- ator safety. With over a decade of proven reliability and more than 200 Schramm patented Telemast ® rigs in operation around the world today, our next generation T500XD Telemast ® rig offers a highly portable, innovative solution to drilling contractors and exploration and production firms that demand the highest levels of safety and productivity with minimal environ- mental impact. For over 100 years and four genera- tions, Schramm continues to maximize reliability and value to its customers in more than 80 countries. Overcome Procrastination A task that keeps slipping to the end of your to-do list is very annoying. Instead of lamenting about how you aren’t completing it, delegate the task to one of your team members. Another option: Swap tasks with a coworker. www.becomeabetterleader.com