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DrilRite's new 500 Series simplifies HDD drilling fluid mixing with four liquid additives designed to treat 500 gallons of water per container. A straightforward solution for contractors looking to improve jobsite efficiency.
The 2027 HDD Technology & Equipment Conference (HDDTEC) brings HDD contractors, manufacturers, and industry professionals together May 3–6 in Taylor, Texas.
The 2026 HDDA Fall Conference is a must attend event for horizontal directional drilling professionals, bringing top contractors, manufacturers, suppliers, and industry leaders together.
Robert L. Myers and Jim Watland share how getting involved in the HDDA has helped them learn, grow, and build lasting industry relationships. See why getting connected can be an important part of building a career in horizontal directional drilling.
DrilRite's new 500 Series simplifies HDD drilling fluid mixing with four liquid additives designed to treat 500 gallons of water per container. A straightforward solution for contractors looking to improve jobsite efficiency.
Cory and Okie share what it takes to build a rewarding career in HDD. Discover why HardRock Infrastructure is a great place to learn and grow in the HDD industry.
Andres is a HardRock Infrastructure foreman who worked his way up to leading a crew on a million-pound HDD rig. With 13 years of experience, his story shows the career growth and opportunities available in the HDD industry.
The 2027 HDD Technology & Equipment Conference (HDDTEC) brings HDD contractors, manufacturers, and industry professionals together May 3–6 in Taylor, Texas.
The 2026 HDDA Fall Conference is a must attend event for horizontal directional drilling professionals, bringing top contractors, manufacturers, suppliers, and industry leaders together.
DrilRite products are now available at Ditch Witch ACE in Manassas, Virginia. Get the drilling fluid solutions and expert support you need to keep your HDD projects moving.
Ditch Witch of Louisiana celebrated customers, HDD contractors, family legacy, and underground construction industry relationships statewide.
The 2026 No-Dig Conference in Palm Springs brought together horizontal directional drilling contractors, engineers, and industry leaders for expert insights, networking, and the latest trends in trenchless technology.
Meet Jerry Nugent, President of Holly Pipe Corp and a dedicated member of the Horizontal Directional Drilling Association. Learn more about Jerry’s 40+ years in the HDD industry, his family legacy, and his commitment to supporting the drilling community.
The 2026 HDDA Spring Conference brought together horizontal directional drilling professionals in Horseshoe Bay, Texas, for expert led education, industry insights, and valuable networking.
The Ultimate Showdown in Horizontal Directional Drilling headed down south to Perry, GA on December 2–4, 2026.
Meet Andres, Maxi-Rig crew leader with HardRock Infrastructure. Andres came to HardRock straight out of high school, starting in the field as a labor hand on the reclaimer. Andres worked his way up over the years, learning drill side operations, pipe side operations, and eventually moving up to lead the crew on a million pound HDD rig.
The DrilRite 500 Series delivers DrilRite performance in a compact, pre-sized format designed to treat 500 gallons. It provides a clearly defined dosing option for crews who prefer a smaller container while maintaining the same performance standards found across the DrilRite lineup. The 500 Series complements our 100% concentrated liquid products, which remain the foundation of advanced fluid programs.
Cory Baker, COO of HardRock Infrastructure, sits down with Okie, a longtime driller, superintendent and all-around HDD expert, to talk about where they came from, what they’ve learned over the years and why they’re still passionate about this industry.
Meet Kevin Ramirez, a certified drilling fluids engineer with DrilRite Chemical. We sit down with him on a job site to talk about the role of a drilling fluids engineer on an HDD Project, his love for the work, and the importance of choosing the right fluid additives for Maxi-Rig projects.
Meet Andres, Maxi-Rig crew leader with HardRock Infrastructure. Andres came to HardRock straight out of high school, starting in the field as a labor hand on the reclaimer. Andres worked his way up over the years, learning drill side operations, pipe side operations, and eventually moving up to lead the crew on a million pound HDD rig.
The DrilRite 500 Series delivers DrilRite performance in a compact, pre-sized format designed to treat 500 gallons. It provides a clearly defined dosing option for crews who prefer a smaller container while maintaining the same performance standards found across the DrilRite lineup. The 500 Series complements our 100% concentrated liquid products, which remain the foundation of advanced fluid programs.
Cory Baker, COO of HardRock Infrastructure, sits down with Okie, a longtime driller, superintendent and all-around HDD expert, to talk about where they came from, what they’ve learned over the years and why they’re still passionate about this industry.
Meet Kevin Ramirez, a certified drilling fluids engineer with DrilRite Chemical. We sit down with him on a job site to talk about the role of a drilling fluids engineer on an HDD Project, his love for the work, and the importance of choosing the right fluid additives for Maxi-Rig projects.