HDD Trenchless Drilling for Utility Installation

Horizontal directional drilling (HDD) enables underground pipelines and utilities to be installed beneath urban roads with minimal surface disruption. Drill pipes and tooling support the drilling process in confined construction environments.

HDD Trenchless Drilling Operations

Horizontal directional drilling enables underground installation with limited surface excavation. Drill pipes and tooling support the drilling process, helping crews carry out underground construction in a range of site conditions.

Reliable drill pipes and tooling play an essential role throughout the drilling process.

HDD Drilling in Challenging Terrain

Horizontal directional drilling is used in a range of terrain conditions, including hilly and mountainous areas. Drill pipes and tooling support drilling operations where site access and ground conditions can present additional challenges.

HDD Drill Pipe in Action

Drill pipes transmit torque and thrust from the drilling rig to the downhole tooling during horizontal directional drilling. Reliable connections are essential for maintaining drilling performance under demanding field conditions.

The right drill rod starts with the application.

WELDED HDD DRILL RODS

Welded HDD Drill Rods

Proven friction-welded drill rods for horizontal directional drilling. Built for urban utility installation, river and waterway crossings, short to medium-distance HDD projects, and cost-sensitive applications where reliability and price both matter.

FORGED HDD DRILL RODS

Forged HDD Drill Rods

High-performance forged drill rods for demanding horizontal directional drilling applications. Designed for projects where drilling performance, durability and demanding operating conditions require a robust drill rod solution.

Built around the way you drill.

Tell us about your rig, bore and drilling conditions.
We can help you identify the HDD drill rod and tooling configuration suited to your application.