WorldWide Drilling Resource

35 WorldWide Drilling Resource ® AUGUST 2015 Matrix Construction Products was established in 2014, and has quickly become a leading provider of high-quality polymer and bentonite products, as well as additives for the construction drilling industry. The company credits this swift growth to its unique approach to customer service which is enhanced by a carefully chosen professional staff. Established to meet the specific needs of the foundation drilling industry, this company is a com- petent, full-service provider of drilling slurry products including additives and chemicals. Nestled in Englewood, Colorado, the company’s focus is on comprehensive customer service. “Our customers know Matrix will provide them good advice and will deliver reliable products that can be trusted to perform,” stated company Chief Operating Officer and founder John H. Berry. John, a U.S. Marine Corps. veteran, has over 25 years of experience in geology, environmental science, drilling, and geo- technical construction. His documented track record of sharing his deep understanding of drilling slurry chemistry and near surface geological formations, the issues they present, as well as the solutions to overcome these challenges, is second to none. He has specialized experience in various applications of drilling slurry technology providing advice on fluid recipes, dosages, what additives to apply, and the proper mixing order for these products. This track record of solving problems for clients has earned him the valued trust of clients in the drilling, regulated, and geotechnical community. The company provides construction slurry engineering services to foundation drill shaft contractors, and heavy civil contractors on tunneling/microtunneling and slurry wall projects across the United States and around the world. This is not a one-man show. The Matrix Team of slurry product experts are committed to serving their customers who count on them to assist with selecting the right products and equipment. The company is also a member of the following associations: j International Assoc. of Foundation Drilling (ADSC-IAFD) j Deep Foundations Institute (DFI) j Association of Environmental and Engineering Geologists (AEG) j American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) j Geological Society of America (GSA) j American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG) j National Ground Water Assoc. (NGWA) j Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration (SME) The WWDR Team caught up with John at the Internat ional Foundat ions Congress and Equipment Expo earlier this year. One of the most popular products the company offers is the BIG-FOOT ® polymer slurry system. Formulated to make a viscous slurry fluid, it is able to fortify the most challenging soil condi- tions. Matrix Construction Products, LLC