WorldWide Drilling Resource

10 FEBRUARY 2014 WorldWide Drilling Resource ® New HDD Bit Proves Invaluable to Utility Industry Adapted from Information by U.S. Drilling Products Manufactured in the United States from the toughest tungsten carbide, U.S. Drilling Products' new directional under- ground boring bit is gaining attention for its capabilities. This patented bit is ideal for creating six-inch underground, horizontal pathways for telecommunication, gas, cable, and other utility lines. It is saving contrac- tors valuable time and money on the jobsite by: • Being extremely durable and capa- ble of boring through several feet of solid rock. • Reducing the number of hours needed to complete any project. • Decreasing equipment rental, fuel, and labor costs. • Cutting equipment downtime and maintenance expense. • Increasing project opportunities. The bit was created by company president and inventor Douglas Ford. His background, including seven years as a cable company construction supervisor and five years as owner of Meramec Valley Communications, led to the cre- ation of the Directional Underground Boring Bit. "Our boring bits are designed to save contractors numerous labor hours on the jobsite, thousands of dollars in equip- ment rental fees and broken parts, plus a lot of headaches," said Ford. "This uncon- ventional boring bit is dependable, steer- able, and great for every horizontal drilling job that you can throw at it." The bit's patented design boasts 38 tungsten carbide boring tips aligned in three circular rows of varying height. This ensures the pressure and load are equal- ly distributed around the entire bit. Its con- figuration also allows the bit to start cutting at a lower psi (1500) while the water jet enables the bit to be steered to bore the exact pathway the operator wants. "Our bit is revolutionizing the entire utility construction industry," said Ford. "Not only will our bit create pathways through the toughest, solid rock, but it will do so in a timely and efficient manner." U.S. Drilling Products is based in St. Louis, Missouri, and the Directional Underground Boring Bit can be shipped next day if necessary. Their dedicated team of industry experts are also avail- able to help determine the correct equip- ment to get the job done. This is my favorite magazine. I read it like I each my lunch. Michael Blue Demon Company, Inc.