WorldWide Drilling Resource

9 WorldWide Drilling Resource ® FEBRUARY 2014 Hot Off the Press page is proudly sponsored by Fecon, Inc. Delivering Optimal Thrust, Pullback, and Tool Rotation The Toro ® DD4045 hor izontal directional drill packs a powerful 40,000 pounds of thrust and pullback, and 4500 foot-pounds of rotary torque. It features a 160-horsepower Cummins ® QSB4.5 diesel, liquid-cooled engine; and an on- board, infinitely variable drilling fluid pump which delivers a flow of up to 70 gallons per minute. Open-top vice wrenches provide excellent visibility of the tool joint for faster connections and breakouts. The quad rack and pinion carriage design spreads the load evenly for smooth and stable travel. Its multifunction LCD display provides a clear view of the drill’s performance and functions. “The new DD4045 is a powerful machine that comes with a lot of extras to allow the operator to maximize pro- ductivity,” said Josh Beddow, product manager for Toro underground equip- ment. For a link to this Web site, visit: worldwidedrillingresource.com The WWDR Team saw the Toro ® DD4045 on demonstration at the recent ICUEE (International Construction & Utility Equipment Expo) in Louisville, Kentucky.