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Issue No 004JuneJuly 2017
T E C V A L C O
TODAY
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
TECVALCOUSA INCMANUFACTURING EXPANSION
TRI-PACIFIC AS WEST COAST
DISTRIBUTOR
TECVALCO UNIVERSITY
CWT HEATERNew Nameplate
hellip
HDD PRODUCTIVITY8 Minor Adjustments
hellipOn The Road
Tecvalcorsquos Trade Shows
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
Rockledge Florida has a new corporate citizen manufacturer and distributor Tecvalco USA Inc As of June 1st 2017 the company has acquired a 70000-square foot manufacturing facility in Rockledge Florida This will be the sister plant to Tecvalcorsquos North Battleford Saskatchewan facility This pur-chase will allow the company to grow their North American presence while being able to better serve their existing cus-tomers throughout Canada and the United States
ldquoWith the addition of the Rockledge facility to our existing manufacturing network in Canada we have taken the first step in our global growth strategyrdquo said Tecvalco President Mike Menger ldquoFurther this will help us decrease lead times for our current customer base while at the same time giving us the opportunity to continue to expand throughout the Americarsquosrdquo
Mr Menger also noted that the current political climate played a part in the final site selection ldquoAdditionally the uncertainty of the scope or direction of NAFTA has encour-aged us to place our third manufacturing location in the United Statesrdquo he said
Tecvalco USA Inc is pleased to announce their new distribution partnership with Tri-Pacific Sales of Rocklin California Tri-Pa-cific Sales will act as representative and distributor for Tecv-alcorsquos CWT Heater product line in the states of Washington Oregon California Arizona and Nevada
Tri-Pacific Sales is a very respected and reputable organi-zation centered around customer service field support and cutting-edge technology
ldquoWe could not be happier than to partner with Claude and his teamrdquo stated Tecvalcorsquos President Mike Menger ldquoThey have over 100 yearsrsquo collective experience in the natural gas industry and we feel they will be a definite asset to the sales and service of our CWT product linerdquo
TRI-PACIFIC SIGNED AS WEST COAST DISTRIBUTORBringing the CWT Heater to the rest of the United States
TECVALCOUSA INC
MANUFACTURING EXPANDS WITH PURCHASE OF FLORIDA BUILDING
Work on altering the facility has commenced with product manufacturing projected to begin in the fourth quarter of 2017
Tecvalco chose Rockledge and Brevard County due to its highly skilled workforce access to suppliers and extensive transportation hub including access to major air sea high-way and rail corridors Tecvalco plans on hiring 20 to 25 employees in time for production this fall
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
June happened to be a quieter month for the Tecvalco trade show scene Making a stop close to home in London On-tario for this Yearrsquos CGA Measurement show Stops also include Smithfield Rhode Island for the Northeast Gas Asso-ciation Operations School and the Bardon Summer Expo in Barrie Ontario An honorable mention goes out to part of our sales team Doug and Rick for attending this yearrsquos Air Heat annual BBQhellipjudging by the photo the guys had a lot of fun at this outing
BardonBarrie ON
FOAGCEdmonton AB
ON THE ROADTECVALCOrsquoS JUNE amp JULY TRADE SHOWS
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
As a result of Tecvalco having recently achieved North American product certification to CSA 49ANSI Z211 for the CWT line Tecvalco will be installing a new nameplate on our CWT heaters Please note the certification requires this nameplate to call-out the different ratings achievable for each heater model The rating values are per code-specified test methods and do not necessarily reflect actual in-field performance accurately
Heaters shipped within the North American market leave the factory with either a 43 or 45 orifice This is done in order to optimize the field performance of the CWT heaters maintain standardization in the manufacturing process and to reduce the potential of over-firing which also optimizes
efficiencies and product longevity Should the customer need to increase the output of the heater increased capacities can be achieved by simply up-sizing the burner orifice in accor-dance with the charts detailed below andor adjusting the fuel gas pressure Orifice options are limited to those listed on the rating plate for Tecvalco to remain in compliance with the new certification Specific instruction on how to optimize the performance of the Tecvalco CWT heater line are detailed in our product manuals
This information is provided solely to outline the ranges of operation for each heater The below tables detail the ratings achieved for each heater and orifice size as confirmed and ap-proved by Intertek the certification body for the CWT heaters
Thank you for your continued support of the CWT technology Should you have additional questions please contact your representative or Tecvalco Ltd At 1-866-317-0131
MIN INLET GAS PRESSUREPRESSION ENTREacuteE MIN (ldquoWCPO H20) 14MIN MANIFOLD PRESSUREPRESSION RAMPE MIN (ldquoWCPO H20) 35MINIMUM INPUT ENTREacuteE MIN (BTUH)
MODELMODELE ORIFICE
38 41 42 43 45
CWT 70 NA NA NA 46000 NA
CWT 140 NA NA NA 90000 NA
CWT 385 NA NA 212000 200000 150000
CWT 770 540000 460000 NA 430000 350000
MAX INLET GAS PRESSUREPRESSION ENTREacuteE MAX (ldquoWC PO H20) 14MAX MANIFOLD PRESSUREPRESSION RAMPE MAX (ldquoWC PO H20)MAXIMUM INPUT ENTREacuteE MAX (BTUH)
MODELMODELE ORIFICE
38 41 42 43 45
CWT 70 NA NA NA 70000 NA
CWT 140 NA NA NA 140000 NA
CWT 385 NA NA 385000 350000 288000
CWT 770 770000 713000 NA 615000 502000
CWT HEATERrsquoS RECEIVE NEW NAMEPLATEORIFICE OPTIONS OUTLINED
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
Through the combined effort of the marketing team and the produce experts at Tecvalco we will be launching a new sec-tion on our website this Summer and Fall Tecvalco University or Tec U as we are calling it will be a web-page hosted on our primary site
The goal of the web-page is to offer in one central and organized location all of the product information and knowledge that we can bring together
The early plans include tutorials manuals and technical information sheets ndash but over time we plan on creating orig-inal videos informational graphics charts and much more The first of these new content pieces will be the video of the CWT 3080 crane load (which can currently be found on our YouTube channel) and the new PLC 101 introduction video that is nearing completion
We will announce when Tec U goes live and will be actively seeking feedback and input on what material we should include in our course and lesson offerings
BRINGING ALL OUR KNOWLEDGE TOGETHER
From July 10th to 13th the CWT team braved the Florida heat in order to wel-come our distributors to the new Tecvalco USA manufacturing facility in Rockledge Florida
Six different companies were guests of Tecvalco at the event Mulcare Pipeline Solution Groebner Bartlett Controls SiteSafe Solutions Tri-Pacific and Guest Controls In total 19 people attended
This was Tecvalcorsquos second annual Distributor Meeting and the discussions held during the week included everything from sharing market intelligence and brainstorming product improvements to sharing success stories and identifying opportunities in the industry
Holding the event in the facility that Tecvalco recently purchased helped the distributors see first hand just how com-mitted to growth that Tecvalco is in the United States
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
Productivity on the job is about more than just choosing the right HDD tools Itrsquos about looking at the job from all angles to make
sure yoursquore prepared to tackle anything that might slow down your drilling progress During
our decades of experience we have seen lots of ways drillers can make minor adjustments to achieve maximum productiv-ity Here are 8 tips that show you how to improve your HDD productivity
Get organizedBefore your job begins make a comprehensive list of every piece of equipment yoursquoll need down to the nuts and bolts Wersquove seen drillers shut down work for hours because they tried to hook up their back reamer and realized they were missing the adapter to connect to the swivel Donrsquot let this happen to you
Sweat the small stuffDouble check that all the thread types on all connecting parts match before you begin your job Review the website or cata-logue from your HDD manufacturer when ordering new parts to make sure theyrsquoll work Also be sure you have every hand tool required to assemble the parts
Get the right tools for the jobNot only do you need to make sure you have all the tools for your job you must be sure that theyrsquore the correct tools Speak with your HDD manufacturer about your ground con-ditions and drill rig to make sure you have the best size and type of tools for the job
Do a dry run assemblyAssemble all your parts and accessories one time before hauling everything out to the site Look closely at thread and bolt patters torque requirements and any other minor speci-fications that could grind production to a halt If yoursquore miss-ing a part or need an adapter itrsquos better to discover it before the job begins than on day one at the site
MINOR ADJUSTMENTS TO IMPROVE HDD PRODUCTIVITY
Inspect your tools closelyThe impact of drilling puts stress on the small parts of tools and after one job wraps itrsquos easy to store your equipment and forget about the damage Take a close look at all of your tools paying close attention to the parts that connect swivel rub and chew Are threads worn down Are there cutters missing on the bit Have the bearings seized up on the swivel Little things like this can stop you in your tracks Replace any parts that are worn or look questionable before beginning your job
Walk the job before you drillVisiting the drill site when bidding a job is not enough We recommend touring the site a week or so before drilling to get a clearer sense of the conditions yoursquoll run into as you work Take notes on ground conditions and survey the profile of your bore path looking for drastic elevation changes or barriers that your locator and drill operator will need to be aware of Knowing what to expect will ensure that you have the right HDD tools and equipment on hand and help you draft the best game plan for your crew
Decide how to step up your hole sizeThink about the number of drill passes yoursquoll need to get from your pilot hole to the ultimate finished hole especially when drilling big holes (18 inches or greater) Drilling big holes the right way requires swapping out drill heads and using addi-tional equipment so plan your steps carefully to make sure you have everything you will need
Donrsquot let drill fluid management slow you downTalk to your HDD manufacturer about the size of equipment you will be using for pilot boring and back reaming and calculating how much fluid you should have for your job in-cluding extra During drilling pay attention to the best times to refill and dispose of your fluid using natural breaks in drilling to refill tanks that might not be completely empty and swap out disposal tanker trucks though the first might not be completely full
Underground drilling is a tough job and every project has its own surprises But by planning ahead and checking all the boxes before you get started you can save yourself from unnecessary headaches lost time and emergency spending
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
Need to know what reamer is right for the job
DIG THIS
HEDGEHOG8rdquondash 42rdquo cut
Works in a variety of soil compact with a tapered blade for smoother cutting action open design for fast pull back and outstanding mixing larger models built with stability ring can be push or pull reamer
SHREDDER 8rdquondash 48rdquo cut
Carbide tipped shark teeth rip through tough ground conditions
TORNADO6rdquondash 12rdquo cut
The most economical reamer on the market with precise blades angled for efficient cutting and mixing action carbide cutter blocks aggressively chew through ground
HARDPAN
SAND
SANDSTONE
COBBLES
GRAVEL
SHALE
DIRTLOAM
CALICHE
CLAY
GROUND TYPES
TERMINATOR6rdquondash 42rdquo cut
Blades precisely angled and placed for efficient pumping and cutting action carbide tipped blades are angled in such a way that all of the abuse is placed on the tooth
SABRETOOTH 6rdquondash 48rdquo pack
Used for tough combination soil large shark teeth cutters give aggressive yet smooth cutting action back up blades make for easier pull backs
TURBO6rdquondash 48rdquo pack
Reamer of choice for sand and unstable soils curved packer blades provide max-imum mixing and pumping back up blades make for easier push backs
OGRE12rdquondash 40rdquo pack
More cutters than any reamer in its class with slow taper and deep spiraled fluting to give maximum mixing and pumping hard-facing on all wear areas and deep flutes carry away cuttings
JUGGERNAUT45rdquondash16rdquo cut
Deluxe fluted back reamer with more cutters than any other reamer in its class welded shark teeth with extra thick carbide for maximum cutting deep spiral flutes allow for plenty of slurry to flow past pulling eye adapters available for all
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
Rockledge Florida has a new corporate citizen manufacturer and distributor Tecvalco USA Inc As of June 1st 2017 the company has acquired a 70000-square foot manufacturing facility in Rockledge Florida This will be the sister plant to Tecvalcorsquos North Battleford Saskatchewan facility This pur-chase will allow the company to grow their North American presence while being able to better serve their existing cus-tomers throughout Canada and the United States
ldquoWith the addition of the Rockledge facility to our existing manufacturing network in Canada we have taken the first step in our global growth strategyrdquo said Tecvalco President Mike Menger ldquoFurther this will help us decrease lead times for our current customer base while at the same time giving us the opportunity to continue to expand throughout the Americarsquosrdquo
Mr Menger also noted that the current political climate played a part in the final site selection ldquoAdditionally the uncertainty of the scope or direction of NAFTA has encour-aged us to place our third manufacturing location in the United Statesrdquo he said
Tecvalco USA Inc is pleased to announce their new distribution partnership with Tri-Pacific Sales of Rocklin California Tri-Pa-cific Sales will act as representative and distributor for Tecv-alcorsquos CWT Heater product line in the states of Washington Oregon California Arizona and Nevada
Tri-Pacific Sales is a very respected and reputable organi-zation centered around customer service field support and cutting-edge technology
ldquoWe could not be happier than to partner with Claude and his teamrdquo stated Tecvalcorsquos President Mike Menger ldquoThey have over 100 yearsrsquo collective experience in the natural gas industry and we feel they will be a definite asset to the sales and service of our CWT product linerdquo
TRI-PACIFIC SIGNED AS WEST COAST DISTRIBUTORBringing the CWT Heater to the rest of the United States
TECVALCOUSA INC
MANUFACTURING EXPANDS WITH PURCHASE OF FLORIDA BUILDING
Work on altering the facility has commenced with product manufacturing projected to begin in the fourth quarter of 2017
Tecvalco chose Rockledge and Brevard County due to its highly skilled workforce access to suppliers and extensive transportation hub including access to major air sea high-way and rail corridors Tecvalco plans on hiring 20 to 25 employees in time for production this fall
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
June happened to be a quieter month for the Tecvalco trade show scene Making a stop close to home in London On-tario for this Yearrsquos CGA Measurement show Stops also include Smithfield Rhode Island for the Northeast Gas Asso-ciation Operations School and the Bardon Summer Expo in Barrie Ontario An honorable mention goes out to part of our sales team Doug and Rick for attending this yearrsquos Air Heat annual BBQhellipjudging by the photo the guys had a lot of fun at this outing
BardonBarrie ON
FOAGCEdmonton AB
ON THE ROADTECVALCOrsquoS JUNE amp JULY TRADE SHOWS
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
As a result of Tecvalco having recently achieved North American product certification to CSA 49ANSI Z211 for the CWT line Tecvalco will be installing a new nameplate on our CWT heaters Please note the certification requires this nameplate to call-out the different ratings achievable for each heater model The rating values are per code-specified test methods and do not necessarily reflect actual in-field performance accurately
Heaters shipped within the North American market leave the factory with either a 43 or 45 orifice This is done in order to optimize the field performance of the CWT heaters maintain standardization in the manufacturing process and to reduce the potential of over-firing which also optimizes
efficiencies and product longevity Should the customer need to increase the output of the heater increased capacities can be achieved by simply up-sizing the burner orifice in accor-dance with the charts detailed below andor adjusting the fuel gas pressure Orifice options are limited to those listed on the rating plate for Tecvalco to remain in compliance with the new certification Specific instruction on how to optimize the performance of the Tecvalco CWT heater line are detailed in our product manuals
This information is provided solely to outline the ranges of operation for each heater The below tables detail the ratings achieved for each heater and orifice size as confirmed and ap-proved by Intertek the certification body for the CWT heaters
Thank you for your continued support of the CWT technology Should you have additional questions please contact your representative or Tecvalco Ltd At 1-866-317-0131
MIN INLET GAS PRESSUREPRESSION ENTREacuteE MIN (ldquoWCPO H20) 14MIN MANIFOLD PRESSUREPRESSION RAMPE MIN (ldquoWCPO H20) 35MINIMUM INPUT ENTREacuteE MIN (BTUH)
MODELMODELE ORIFICE
38 41 42 43 45
CWT 70 NA NA NA 46000 NA
CWT 140 NA NA NA 90000 NA
CWT 385 NA NA 212000 200000 150000
CWT 770 540000 460000 NA 430000 350000
MAX INLET GAS PRESSUREPRESSION ENTREacuteE MAX (ldquoWC PO H20) 14MAX MANIFOLD PRESSUREPRESSION RAMPE MAX (ldquoWC PO H20)MAXIMUM INPUT ENTREacuteE MAX (BTUH)
MODELMODELE ORIFICE
38 41 42 43 45
CWT 70 NA NA NA 70000 NA
CWT 140 NA NA NA 140000 NA
CWT 385 NA NA 385000 350000 288000
CWT 770 770000 713000 NA 615000 502000
CWT HEATERrsquoS RECEIVE NEW NAMEPLATEORIFICE OPTIONS OUTLINED
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
Through the combined effort of the marketing team and the produce experts at Tecvalco we will be launching a new sec-tion on our website this Summer and Fall Tecvalco University or Tec U as we are calling it will be a web-page hosted on our primary site
The goal of the web-page is to offer in one central and organized location all of the product information and knowledge that we can bring together
The early plans include tutorials manuals and technical information sheets ndash but over time we plan on creating orig-inal videos informational graphics charts and much more The first of these new content pieces will be the video of the CWT 3080 crane load (which can currently be found on our YouTube channel) and the new PLC 101 introduction video that is nearing completion
We will announce when Tec U goes live and will be actively seeking feedback and input on what material we should include in our course and lesson offerings
BRINGING ALL OUR KNOWLEDGE TOGETHER
From July 10th to 13th the CWT team braved the Florida heat in order to wel-come our distributors to the new Tecvalco USA manufacturing facility in Rockledge Florida
Six different companies were guests of Tecvalco at the event Mulcare Pipeline Solution Groebner Bartlett Controls SiteSafe Solutions Tri-Pacific and Guest Controls In total 19 people attended
This was Tecvalcorsquos second annual Distributor Meeting and the discussions held during the week included everything from sharing market intelligence and brainstorming product improvements to sharing success stories and identifying opportunities in the industry
Holding the event in the facility that Tecvalco recently purchased helped the distributors see first hand just how com-mitted to growth that Tecvalco is in the United States
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
Productivity on the job is about more than just choosing the right HDD tools Itrsquos about looking at the job from all angles to make
sure yoursquore prepared to tackle anything that might slow down your drilling progress During
our decades of experience we have seen lots of ways drillers can make minor adjustments to achieve maximum productiv-ity Here are 8 tips that show you how to improve your HDD productivity
Get organizedBefore your job begins make a comprehensive list of every piece of equipment yoursquoll need down to the nuts and bolts Wersquove seen drillers shut down work for hours because they tried to hook up their back reamer and realized they were missing the adapter to connect to the swivel Donrsquot let this happen to you
Sweat the small stuffDouble check that all the thread types on all connecting parts match before you begin your job Review the website or cata-logue from your HDD manufacturer when ordering new parts to make sure theyrsquoll work Also be sure you have every hand tool required to assemble the parts
Get the right tools for the jobNot only do you need to make sure you have all the tools for your job you must be sure that theyrsquore the correct tools Speak with your HDD manufacturer about your ground con-ditions and drill rig to make sure you have the best size and type of tools for the job
Do a dry run assemblyAssemble all your parts and accessories one time before hauling everything out to the site Look closely at thread and bolt patters torque requirements and any other minor speci-fications that could grind production to a halt If yoursquore miss-ing a part or need an adapter itrsquos better to discover it before the job begins than on day one at the site
MINOR ADJUSTMENTS TO IMPROVE HDD PRODUCTIVITY
Inspect your tools closelyThe impact of drilling puts stress on the small parts of tools and after one job wraps itrsquos easy to store your equipment and forget about the damage Take a close look at all of your tools paying close attention to the parts that connect swivel rub and chew Are threads worn down Are there cutters missing on the bit Have the bearings seized up on the swivel Little things like this can stop you in your tracks Replace any parts that are worn or look questionable before beginning your job
Walk the job before you drillVisiting the drill site when bidding a job is not enough We recommend touring the site a week or so before drilling to get a clearer sense of the conditions yoursquoll run into as you work Take notes on ground conditions and survey the profile of your bore path looking for drastic elevation changes or barriers that your locator and drill operator will need to be aware of Knowing what to expect will ensure that you have the right HDD tools and equipment on hand and help you draft the best game plan for your crew
Decide how to step up your hole sizeThink about the number of drill passes yoursquoll need to get from your pilot hole to the ultimate finished hole especially when drilling big holes (18 inches or greater) Drilling big holes the right way requires swapping out drill heads and using addi-tional equipment so plan your steps carefully to make sure you have everything you will need
Donrsquot let drill fluid management slow you downTalk to your HDD manufacturer about the size of equipment you will be using for pilot boring and back reaming and calculating how much fluid you should have for your job in-cluding extra During drilling pay attention to the best times to refill and dispose of your fluid using natural breaks in drilling to refill tanks that might not be completely empty and swap out disposal tanker trucks though the first might not be completely full
Underground drilling is a tough job and every project has its own surprises But by planning ahead and checking all the boxes before you get started you can save yourself from unnecessary headaches lost time and emergency spending
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
Need to know what reamer is right for the job
DIG THIS
HEDGEHOG8rdquondash 42rdquo cut
Works in a variety of soil compact with a tapered blade for smoother cutting action open design for fast pull back and outstanding mixing larger models built with stability ring can be push or pull reamer
SHREDDER 8rdquondash 48rdquo cut
Carbide tipped shark teeth rip through tough ground conditions
TORNADO6rdquondash 12rdquo cut
The most economical reamer on the market with precise blades angled for efficient cutting and mixing action carbide cutter blocks aggressively chew through ground
HARDPAN
SAND
SANDSTONE
COBBLES
GRAVEL
SHALE
DIRTLOAM
CALICHE
CLAY
GROUND TYPES
TERMINATOR6rdquondash 42rdquo cut
Blades precisely angled and placed for efficient pumping and cutting action carbide tipped blades are angled in such a way that all of the abuse is placed on the tooth
SABRETOOTH 6rdquondash 48rdquo pack
Used for tough combination soil large shark teeth cutters give aggressive yet smooth cutting action back up blades make for easier pull backs
TURBO6rdquondash 48rdquo pack
Reamer of choice for sand and unstable soils curved packer blades provide max-imum mixing and pumping back up blades make for easier push backs
OGRE12rdquondash 40rdquo pack
More cutters than any reamer in its class with slow taper and deep spiraled fluting to give maximum mixing and pumping hard-facing on all wear areas and deep flutes carry away cuttings
JUGGERNAUT45rdquondash16rdquo cut
Deluxe fluted back reamer with more cutters than any other reamer in its class welded shark teeth with extra thick carbide for maximum cutting deep spiral flutes allow for plenty of slurry to flow past pulling eye adapters available for all
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
June happened to be a quieter month for the Tecvalco trade show scene Making a stop close to home in London On-tario for this Yearrsquos CGA Measurement show Stops also include Smithfield Rhode Island for the Northeast Gas Asso-ciation Operations School and the Bardon Summer Expo in Barrie Ontario An honorable mention goes out to part of our sales team Doug and Rick for attending this yearrsquos Air Heat annual BBQhellipjudging by the photo the guys had a lot of fun at this outing
BardonBarrie ON
FOAGCEdmonton AB
ON THE ROADTECVALCOrsquoS JUNE amp JULY TRADE SHOWS
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
As a result of Tecvalco having recently achieved North American product certification to CSA 49ANSI Z211 for the CWT line Tecvalco will be installing a new nameplate on our CWT heaters Please note the certification requires this nameplate to call-out the different ratings achievable for each heater model The rating values are per code-specified test methods and do not necessarily reflect actual in-field performance accurately
Heaters shipped within the North American market leave the factory with either a 43 or 45 orifice This is done in order to optimize the field performance of the CWT heaters maintain standardization in the manufacturing process and to reduce the potential of over-firing which also optimizes
efficiencies and product longevity Should the customer need to increase the output of the heater increased capacities can be achieved by simply up-sizing the burner orifice in accor-dance with the charts detailed below andor adjusting the fuel gas pressure Orifice options are limited to those listed on the rating plate for Tecvalco to remain in compliance with the new certification Specific instruction on how to optimize the performance of the Tecvalco CWT heater line are detailed in our product manuals
This information is provided solely to outline the ranges of operation for each heater The below tables detail the ratings achieved for each heater and orifice size as confirmed and ap-proved by Intertek the certification body for the CWT heaters
Thank you for your continued support of the CWT technology Should you have additional questions please contact your representative or Tecvalco Ltd At 1-866-317-0131
MIN INLET GAS PRESSUREPRESSION ENTREacuteE MIN (ldquoWCPO H20) 14MIN MANIFOLD PRESSUREPRESSION RAMPE MIN (ldquoWCPO H20) 35MINIMUM INPUT ENTREacuteE MIN (BTUH)
MODELMODELE ORIFICE
38 41 42 43 45
CWT 70 NA NA NA 46000 NA
CWT 140 NA NA NA 90000 NA
CWT 385 NA NA 212000 200000 150000
CWT 770 540000 460000 NA 430000 350000
MAX INLET GAS PRESSUREPRESSION ENTREacuteE MAX (ldquoWC PO H20) 14MAX MANIFOLD PRESSUREPRESSION RAMPE MAX (ldquoWC PO H20)MAXIMUM INPUT ENTREacuteE MAX (BTUH)
MODELMODELE ORIFICE
38 41 42 43 45
CWT 70 NA NA NA 70000 NA
CWT 140 NA NA NA 140000 NA
CWT 385 NA NA 385000 350000 288000
CWT 770 770000 713000 NA 615000 502000
CWT HEATERrsquoS RECEIVE NEW NAMEPLATEORIFICE OPTIONS OUTLINED
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
Through the combined effort of the marketing team and the produce experts at Tecvalco we will be launching a new sec-tion on our website this Summer and Fall Tecvalco University or Tec U as we are calling it will be a web-page hosted on our primary site
The goal of the web-page is to offer in one central and organized location all of the product information and knowledge that we can bring together
The early plans include tutorials manuals and technical information sheets ndash but over time we plan on creating orig-inal videos informational graphics charts and much more The first of these new content pieces will be the video of the CWT 3080 crane load (which can currently be found on our YouTube channel) and the new PLC 101 introduction video that is nearing completion
We will announce when Tec U goes live and will be actively seeking feedback and input on what material we should include in our course and lesson offerings
BRINGING ALL OUR KNOWLEDGE TOGETHER
From July 10th to 13th the CWT team braved the Florida heat in order to wel-come our distributors to the new Tecvalco USA manufacturing facility in Rockledge Florida
Six different companies were guests of Tecvalco at the event Mulcare Pipeline Solution Groebner Bartlett Controls SiteSafe Solutions Tri-Pacific and Guest Controls In total 19 people attended
This was Tecvalcorsquos second annual Distributor Meeting and the discussions held during the week included everything from sharing market intelligence and brainstorming product improvements to sharing success stories and identifying opportunities in the industry
Holding the event in the facility that Tecvalco recently purchased helped the distributors see first hand just how com-mitted to growth that Tecvalco is in the United States
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
Productivity on the job is about more than just choosing the right HDD tools Itrsquos about looking at the job from all angles to make
sure yoursquore prepared to tackle anything that might slow down your drilling progress During
our decades of experience we have seen lots of ways drillers can make minor adjustments to achieve maximum productiv-ity Here are 8 tips that show you how to improve your HDD productivity
Get organizedBefore your job begins make a comprehensive list of every piece of equipment yoursquoll need down to the nuts and bolts Wersquove seen drillers shut down work for hours because they tried to hook up their back reamer and realized they were missing the adapter to connect to the swivel Donrsquot let this happen to you
Sweat the small stuffDouble check that all the thread types on all connecting parts match before you begin your job Review the website or cata-logue from your HDD manufacturer when ordering new parts to make sure theyrsquoll work Also be sure you have every hand tool required to assemble the parts
Get the right tools for the jobNot only do you need to make sure you have all the tools for your job you must be sure that theyrsquore the correct tools Speak with your HDD manufacturer about your ground con-ditions and drill rig to make sure you have the best size and type of tools for the job
Do a dry run assemblyAssemble all your parts and accessories one time before hauling everything out to the site Look closely at thread and bolt patters torque requirements and any other minor speci-fications that could grind production to a halt If yoursquore miss-ing a part or need an adapter itrsquos better to discover it before the job begins than on day one at the site
MINOR ADJUSTMENTS TO IMPROVE HDD PRODUCTIVITY
Inspect your tools closelyThe impact of drilling puts stress on the small parts of tools and after one job wraps itrsquos easy to store your equipment and forget about the damage Take a close look at all of your tools paying close attention to the parts that connect swivel rub and chew Are threads worn down Are there cutters missing on the bit Have the bearings seized up on the swivel Little things like this can stop you in your tracks Replace any parts that are worn or look questionable before beginning your job
Walk the job before you drillVisiting the drill site when bidding a job is not enough We recommend touring the site a week or so before drilling to get a clearer sense of the conditions yoursquoll run into as you work Take notes on ground conditions and survey the profile of your bore path looking for drastic elevation changes or barriers that your locator and drill operator will need to be aware of Knowing what to expect will ensure that you have the right HDD tools and equipment on hand and help you draft the best game plan for your crew
Decide how to step up your hole sizeThink about the number of drill passes yoursquoll need to get from your pilot hole to the ultimate finished hole especially when drilling big holes (18 inches or greater) Drilling big holes the right way requires swapping out drill heads and using addi-tional equipment so plan your steps carefully to make sure you have everything you will need
Donrsquot let drill fluid management slow you downTalk to your HDD manufacturer about the size of equipment you will be using for pilot boring and back reaming and calculating how much fluid you should have for your job in-cluding extra During drilling pay attention to the best times to refill and dispose of your fluid using natural breaks in drilling to refill tanks that might not be completely empty and swap out disposal tanker trucks though the first might not be completely full
Underground drilling is a tough job and every project has its own surprises But by planning ahead and checking all the boxes before you get started you can save yourself from unnecessary headaches lost time and emergency spending
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
Need to know what reamer is right for the job
DIG THIS
HEDGEHOG8rdquondash 42rdquo cut
Works in a variety of soil compact with a tapered blade for smoother cutting action open design for fast pull back and outstanding mixing larger models built with stability ring can be push or pull reamer
SHREDDER 8rdquondash 48rdquo cut
Carbide tipped shark teeth rip through tough ground conditions
TORNADO6rdquondash 12rdquo cut
The most economical reamer on the market with precise blades angled for efficient cutting and mixing action carbide cutter blocks aggressively chew through ground
HARDPAN
SAND
SANDSTONE
COBBLES
GRAVEL
SHALE
DIRTLOAM
CALICHE
CLAY
GROUND TYPES
TERMINATOR6rdquondash 42rdquo cut
Blades precisely angled and placed for efficient pumping and cutting action carbide tipped blades are angled in such a way that all of the abuse is placed on the tooth
SABRETOOTH 6rdquondash 48rdquo pack
Used for tough combination soil large shark teeth cutters give aggressive yet smooth cutting action back up blades make for easier pull backs
TURBO6rdquondash 48rdquo pack
Reamer of choice for sand and unstable soils curved packer blades provide max-imum mixing and pumping back up blades make for easier push backs
OGRE12rdquondash 40rdquo pack
More cutters than any reamer in its class with slow taper and deep spiraled fluting to give maximum mixing and pumping hard-facing on all wear areas and deep flutes carry away cuttings
JUGGERNAUT45rdquondash16rdquo cut
Deluxe fluted back reamer with more cutters than any other reamer in its class welded shark teeth with extra thick carbide for maximum cutting deep spiral flutes allow for plenty of slurry to flow past pulling eye adapters available for all
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
As a result of Tecvalco having recently achieved North American product certification to CSA 49ANSI Z211 for the CWT line Tecvalco will be installing a new nameplate on our CWT heaters Please note the certification requires this nameplate to call-out the different ratings achievable for each heater model The rating values are per code-specified test methods and do not necessarily reflect actual in-field performance accurately
Heaters shipped within the North American market leave the factory with either a 43 or 45 orifice This is done in order to optimize the field performance of the CWT heaters maintain standardization in the manufacturing process and to reduce the potential of over-firing which also optimizes
efficiencies and product longevity Should the customer need to increase the output of the heater increased capacities can be achieved by simply up-sizing the burner orifice in accor-dance with the charts detailed below andor adjusting the fuel gas pressure Orifice options are limited to those listed on the rating plate for Tecvalco to remain in compliance with the new certification Specific instruction on how to optimize the performance of the Tecvalco CWT heater line are detailed in our product manuals
This information is provided solely to outline the ranges of operation for each heater The below tables detail the ratings achieved for each heater and orifice size as confirmed and ap-proved by Intertek the certification body for the CWT heaters
Thank you for your continued support of the CWT technology Should you have additional questions please contact your representative or Tecvalco Ltd At 1-866-317-0131
MIN INLET GAS PRESSUREPRESSION ENTREacuteE MIN (ldquoWCPO H20) 14MIN MANIFOLD PRESSUREPRESSION RAMPE MIN (ldquoWCPO H20) 35MINIMUM INPUT ENTREacuteE MIN (BTUH)
MODELMODELE ORIFICE
38 41 42 43 45
CWT 70 NA NA NA 46000 NA
CWT 140 NA NA NA 90000 NA
CWT 385 NA NA 212000 200000 150000
CWT 770 540000 460000 NA 430000 350000
MAX INLET GAS PRESSUREPRESSION ENTREacuteE MAX (ldquoWC PO H20) 14MAX MANIFOLD PRESSUREPRESSION RAMPE MAX (ldquoWC PO H20)MAXIMUM INPUT ENTREacuteE MAX (BTUH)
MODELMODELE ORIFICE
38 41 42 43 45
CWT 70 NA NA NA 70000 NA
CWT 140 NA NA NA 140000 NA
CWT 385 NA NA 385000 350000 288000
CWT 770 770000 713000 NA 615000 502000
CWT HEATERrsquoS RECEIVE NEW NAMEPLATEORIFICE OPTIONS OUTLINED
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
Through the combined effort of the marketing team and the produce experts at Tecvalco we will be launching a new sec-tion on our website this Summer and Fall Tecvalco University or Tec U as we are calling it will be a web-page hosted on our primary site
The goal of the web-page is to offer in one central and organized location all of the product information and knowledge that we can bring together
The early plans include tutorials manuals and technical information sheets ndash but over time we plan on creating orig-inal videos informational graphics charts and much more The first of these new content pieces will be the video of the CWT 3080 crane load (which can currently be found on our YouTube channel) and the new PLC 101 introduction video that is nearing completion
We will announce when Tec U goes live and will be actively seeking feedback and input on what material we should include in our course and lesson offerings
BRINGING ALL OUR KNOWLEDGE TOGETHER
From July 10th to 13th the CWT team braved the Florida heat in order to wel-come our distributors to the new Tecvalco USA manufacturing facility in Rockledge Florida
Six different companies were guests of Tecvalco at the event Mulcare Pipeline Solution Groebner Bartlett Controls SiteSafe Solutions Tri-Pacific and Guest Controls In total 19 people attended
This was Tecvalcorsquos second annual Distributor Meeting and the discussions held during the week included everything from sharing market intelligence and brainstorming product improvements to sharing success stories and identifying opportunities in the industry
Holding the event in the facility that Tecvalco recently purchased helped the distributors see first hand just how com-mitted to growth that Tecvalco is in the United States
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
Productivity on the job is about more than just choosing the right HDD tools Itrsquos about looking at the job from all angles to make
sure yoursquore prepared to tackle anything that might slow down your drilling progress During
our decades of experience we have seen lots of ways drillers can make minor adjustments to achieve maximum productiv-ity Here are 8 tips that show you how to improve your HDD productivity
Get organizedBefore your job begins make a comprehensive list of every piece of equipment yoursquoll need down to the nuts and bolts Wersquove seen drillers shut down work for hours because they tried to hook up their back reamer and realized they were missing the adapter to connect to the swivel Donrsquot let this happen to you
Sweat the small stuffDouble check that all the thread types on all connecting parts match before you begin your job Review the website or cata-logue from your HDD manufacturer when ordering new parts to make sure theyrsquoll work Also be sure you have every hand tool required to assemble the parts
Get the right tools for the jobNot only do you need to make sure you have all the tools for your job you must be sure that theyrsquore the correct tools Speak with your HDD manufacturer about your ground con-ditions and drill rig to make sure you have the best size and type of tools for the job
Do a dry run assemblyAssemble all your parts and accessories one time before hauling everything out to the site Look closely at thread and bolt patters torque requirements and any other minor speci-fications that could grind production to a halt If yoursquore miss-ing a part or need an adapter itrsquos better to discover it before the job begins than on day one at the site
MINOR ADJUSTMENTS TO IMPROVE HDD PRODUCTIVITY
Inspect your tools closelyThe impact of drilling puts stress on the small parts of tools and after one job wraps itrsquos easy to store your equipment and forget about the damage Take a close look at all of your tools paying close attention to the parts that connect swivel rub and chew Are threads worn down Are there cutters missing on the bit Have the bearings seized up on the swivel Little things like this can stop you in your tracks Replace any parts that are worn or look questionable before beginning your job
Walk the job before you drillVisiting the drill site when bidding a job is not enough We recommend touring the site a week or so before drilling to get a clearer sense of the conditions yoursquoll run into as you work Take notes on ground conditions and survey the profile of your bore path looking for drastic elevation changes or barriers that your locator and drill operator will need to be aware of Knowing what to expect will ensure that you have the right HDD tools and equipment on hand and help you draft the best game plan for your crew
Decide how to step up your hole sizeThink about the number of drill passes yoursquoll need to get from your pilot hole to the ultimate finished hole especially when drilling big holes (18 inches or greater) Drilling big holes the right way requires swapping out drill heads and using addi-tional equipment so plan your steps carefully to make sure you have everything you will need
Donrsquot let drill fluid management slow you downTalk to your HDD manufacturer about the size of equipment you will be using for pilot boring and back reaming and calculating how much fluid you should have for your job in-cluding extra During drilling pay attention to the best times to refill and dispose of your fluid using natural breaks in drilling to refill tanks that might not be completely empty and swap out disposal tanker trucks though the first might not be completely full
Underground drilling is a tough job and every project has its own surprises But by planning ahead and checking all the boxes before you get started you can save yourself from unnecessary headaches lost time and emergency spending
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
Need to know what reamer is right for the job
DIG THIS
HEDGEHOG8rdquondash 42rdquo cut
Works in a variety of soil compact with a tapered blade for smoother cutting action open design for fast pull back and outstanding mixing larger models built with stability ring can be push or pull reamer
SHREDDER 8rdquondash 48rdquo cut
Carbide tipped shark teeth rip through tough ground conditions
TORNADO6rdquondash 12rdquo cut
The most economical reamer on the market with precise blades angled for efficient cutting and mixing action carbide cutter blocks aggressively chew through ground
HARDPAN
SAND
SANDSTONE
COBBLES
GRAVEL
SHALE
DIRTLOAM
CALICHE
CLAY
GROUND TYPES
TERMINATOR6rdquondash 42rdquo cut
Blades precisely angled and placed for efficient pumping and cutting action carbide tipped blades are angled in such a way that all of the abuse is placed on the tooth
SABRETOOTH 6rdquondash 48rdquo pack
Used for tough combination soil large shark teeth cutters give aggressive yet smooth cutting action back up blades make for easier pull backs
TURBO6rdquondash 48rdquo pack
Reamer of choice for sand and unstable soils curved packer blades provide max-imum mixing and pumping back up blades make for easier push backs
OGRE12rdquondash 40rdquo pack
More cutters than any reamer in its class with slow taper and deep spiraled fluting to give maximum mixing and pumping hard-facing on all wear areas and deep flutes carry away cuttings
JUGGERNAUT45rdquondash16rdquo cut
Deluxe fluted back reamer with more cutters than any other reamer in its class welded shark teeth with extra thick carbide for maximum cutting deep spiral flutes allow for plenty of slurry to flow past pulling eye adapters available for all
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
Through the combined effort of the marketing team and the produce experts at Tecvalco we will be launching a new sec-tion on our website this Summer and Fall Tecvalco University or Tec U as we are calling it will be a web-page hosted on our primary site
The goal of the web-page is to offer in one central and organized location all of the product information and knowledge that we can bring together
The early plans include tutorials manuals and technical information sheets ndash but over time we plan on creating orig-inal videos informational graphics charts and much more The first of these new content pieces will be the video of the CWT 3080 crane load (which can currently be found on our YouTube channel) and the new PLC 101 introduction video that is nearing completion
We will announce when Tec U goes live and will be actively seeking feedback and input on what material we should include in our course and lesson offerings
BRINGING ALL OUR KNOWLEDGE TOGETHER
From July 10th to 13th the CWT team braved the Florida heat in order to wel-come our distributors to the new Tecvalco USA manufacturing facility in Rockledge Florida
Six different companies were guests of Tecvalco at the event Mulcare Pipeline Solution Groebner Bartlett Controls SiteSafe Solutions Tri-Pacific and Guest Controls In total 19 people attended
This was Tecvalcorsquos second annual Distributor Meeting and the discussions held during the week included everything from sharing market intelligence and brainstorming product improvements to sharing success stories and identifying opportunities in the industry
Holding the event in the facility that Tecvalco recently purchased helped the distributors see first hand just how com-mitted to growth that Tecvalco is in the United States
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
Productivity on the job is about more than just choosing the right HDD tools Itrsquos about looking at the job from all angles to make
sure yoursquore prepared to tackle anything that might slow down your drilling progress During
our decades of experience we have seen lots of ways drillers can make minor adjustments to achieve maximum productiv-ity Here are 8 tips that show you how to improve your HDD productivity
Get organizedBefore your job begins make a comprehensive list of every piece of equipment yoursquoll need down to the nuts and bolts Wersquove seen drillers shut down work for hours because they tried to hook up their back reamer and realized they were missing the adapter to connect to the swivel Donrsquot let this happen to you
Sweat the small stuffDouble check that all the thread types on all connecting parts match before you begin your job Review the website or cata-logue from your HDD manufacturer when ordering new parts to make sure theyrsquoll work Also be sure you have every hand tool required to assemble the parts
Get the right tools for the jobNot only do you need to make sure you have all the tools for your job you must be sure that theyrsquore the correct tools Speak with your HDD manufacturer about your ground con-ditions and drill rig to make sure you have the best size and type of tools for the job
Do a dry run assemblyAssemble all your parts and accessories one time before hauling everything out to the site Look closely at thread and bolt patters torque requirements and any other minor speci-fications that could grind production to a halt If yoursquore miss-ing a part or need an adapter itrsquos better to discover it before the job begins than on day one at the site
MINOR ADJUSTMENTS TO IMPROVE HDD PRODUCTIVITY
Inspect your tools closelyThe impact of drilling puts stress on the small parts of tools and after one job wraps itrsquos easy to store your equipment and forget about the damage Take a close look at all of your tools paying close attention to the parts that connect swivel rub and chew Are threads worn down Are there cutters missing on the bit Have the bearings seized up on the swivel Little things like this can stop you in your tracks Replace any parts that are worn or look questionable before beginning your job
Walk the job before you drillVisiting the drill site when bidding a job is not enough We recommend touring the site a week or so before drilling to get a clearer sense of the conditions yoursquoll run into as you work Take notes on ground conditions and survey the profile of your bore path looking for drastic elevation changes or barriers that your locator and drill operator will need to be aware of Knowing what to expect will ensure that you have the right HDD tools and equipment on hand and help you draft the best game plan for your crew
Decide how to step up your hole sizeThink about the number of drill passes yoursquoll need to get from your pilot hole to the ultimate finished hole especially when drilling big holes (18 inches or greater) Drilling big holes the right way requires swapping out drill heads and using addi-tional equipment so plan your steps carefully to make sure you have everything you will need
Donrsquot let drill fluid management slow you downTalk to your HDD manufacturer about the size of equipment you will be using for pilot boring and back reaming and calculating how much fluid you should have for your job in-cluding extra During drilling pay attention to the best times to refill and dispose of your fluid using natural breaks in drilling to refill tanks that might not be completely empty and swap out disposal tanker trucks though the first might not be completely full
Underground drilling is a tough job and every project has its own surprises But by planning ahead and checking all the boxes before you get started you can save yourself from unnecessary headaches lost time and emergency spending
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
Need to know what reamer is right for the job
DIG THIS
HEDGEHOG8rdquondash 42rdquo cut
Works in a variety of soil compact with a tapered blade for smoother cutting action open design for fast pull back and outstanding mixing larger models built with stability ring can be push or pull reamer
SHREDDER 8rdquondash 48rdquo cut
Carbide tipped shark teeth rip through tough ground conditions
TORNADO6rdquondash 12rdquo cut
The most economical reamer on the market with precise blades angled for efficient cutting and mixing action carbide cutter blocks aggressively chew through ground
HARDPAN
SAND
SANDSTONE
COBBLES
GRAVEL
SHALE
DIRTLOAM
CALICHE
CLAY
GROUND TYPES
TERMINATOR6rdquondash 42rdquo cut
Blades precisely angled and placed for efficient pumping and cutting action carbide tipped blades are angled in such a way that all of the abuse is placed on the tooth
SABRETOOTH 6rdquondash 48rdquo pack
Used for tough combination soil large shark teeth cutters give aggressive yet smooth cutting action back up blades make for easier pull backs
TURBO6rdquondash 48rdquo pack
Reamer of choice for sand and unstable soils curved packer blades provide max-imum mixing and pumping back up blades make for easier push backs
OGRE12rdquondash 40rdquo pack
More cutters than any reamer in its class with slow taper and deep spiraled fluting to give maximum mixing and pumping hard-facing on all wear areas and deep flutes carry away cuttings
JUGGERNAUT45rdquondash16rdquo cut
Deluxe fluted back reamer with more cutters than any other reamer in its class welded shark teeth with extra thick carbide for maximum cutting deep spiral flutes allow for plenty of slurry to flow past pulling eye adapters available for all
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
Productivity on the job is about more than just choosing the right HDD tools Itrsquos about looking at the job from all angles to make
sure yoursquore prepared to tackle anything that might slow down your drilling progress During
our decades of experience we have seen lots of ways drillers can make minor adjustments to achieve maximum productiv-ity Here are 8 tips that show you how to improve your HDD productivity
Get organizedBefore your job begins make a comprehensive list of every piece of equipment yoursquoll need down to the nuts and bolts Wersquove seen drillers shut down work for hours because they tried to hook up their back reamer and realized they were missing the adapter to connect to the swivel Donrsquot let this happen to you
Sweat the small stuffDouble check that all the thread types on all connecting parts match before you begin your job Review the website or cata-logue from your HDD manufacturer when ordering new parts to make sure theyrsquoll work Also be sure you have every hand tool required to assemble the parts
Get the right tools for the jobNot only do you need to make sure you have all the tools for your job you must be sure that theyrsquore the correct tools Speak with your HDD manufacturer about your ground con-ditions and drill rig to make sure you have the best size and type of tools for the job
Do a dry run assemblyAssemble all your parts and accessories one time before hauling everything out to the site Look closely at thread and bolt patters torque requirements and any other minor speci-fications that could grind production to a halt If yoursquore miss-ing a part or need an adapter itrsquos better to discover it before the job begins than on day one at the site
MINOR ADJUSTMENTS TO IMPROVE HDD PRODUCTIVITY
Inspect your tools closelyThe impact of drilling puts stress on the small parts of tools and after one job wraps itrsquos easy to store your equipment and forget about the damage Take a close look at all of your tools paying close attention to the parts that connect swivel rub and chew Are threads worn down Are there cutters missing on the bit Have the bearings seized up on the swivel Little things like this can stop you in your tracks Replace any parts that are worn or look questionable before beginning your job
Walk the job before you drillVisiting the drill site when bidding a job is not enough We recommend touring the site a week or so before drilling to get a clearer sense of the conditions yoursquoll run into as you work Take notes on ground conditions and survey the profile of your bore path looking for drastic elevation changes or barriers that your locator and drill operator will need to be aware of Knowing what to expect will ensure that you have the right HDD tools and equipment on hand and help you draft the best game plan for your crew
Decide how to step up your hole sizeThink about the number of drill passes yoursquoll need to get from your pilot hole to the ultimate finished hole especially when drilling big holes (18 inches or greater) Drilling big holes the right way requires swapping out drill heads and using addi-tional equipment so plan your steps carefully to make sure you have everything you will need
Donrsquot let drill fluid management slow you downTalk to your HDD manufacturer about the size of equipment you will be using for pilot boring and back reaming and calculating how much fluid you should have for your job in-cluding extra During drilling pay attention to the best times to refill and dispose of your fluid using natural breaks in drilling to refill tanks that might not be completely empty and swap out disposal tanker trucks though the first might not be completely full
Underground drilling is a tough job and every project has its own surprises But by planning ahead and checking all the boxes before you get started you can save yourself from unnecessary headaches lost time and emergency spending
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
Need to know what reamer is right for the job
DIG THIS
HEDGEHOG8rdquondash 42rdquo cut
Works in a variety of soil compact with a tapered blade for smoother cutting action open design for fast pull back and outstanding mixing larger models built with stability ring can be push or pull reamer
SHREDDER 8rdquondash 48rdquo cut
Carbide tipped shark teeth rip through tough ground conditions
TORNADO6rdquondash 12rdquo cut
The most economical reamer on the market with precise blades angled for efficient cutting and mixing action carbide cutter blocks aggressively chew through ground
HARDPAN
SAND
SANDSTONE
COBBLES
GRAVEL
SHALE
DIRTLOAM
CALICHE
CLAY
GROUND TYPES
TERMINATOR6rdquondash 42rdquo cut
Blades precisely angled and placed for efficient pumping and cutting action carbide tipped blades are angled in such a way that all of the abuse is placed on the tooth
SABRETOOTH 6rdquondash 48rdquo pack
Used for tough combination soil large shark teeth cutters give aggressive yet smooth cutting action back up blades make for easier pull backs
TURBO6rdquondash 48rdquo pack
Reamer of choice for sand and unstable soils curved packer blades provide max-imum mixing and pumping back up blades make for easier push backs
OGRE12rdquondash 40rdquo pack
More cutters than any reamer in its class with slow taper and deep spiraled fluting to give maximum mixing and pumping hard-facing on all wear areas and deep flutes carry away cuttings
JUGGERNAUT45rdquondash16rdquo cut
Deluxe fluted back reamer with more cutters than any other reamer in its class welded shark teeth with extra thick carbide for maximum cutting deep spiral flutes allow for plenty of slurry to flow past pulling eye adapters available for all
EASTERN CANADA3481 Stanley AveNiagara Falls ON
L2J 0E4
WESTERN CANADA100 Canola Ave
North Battleford SK59A 3M1
TECVALCO USA270 Barnes Blvd
Rockledge Florida32955
wwwtecvalcocom | 1(866) 317-0131
Need to know what reamer is right for the job
DIG THIS
HEDGEHOG8rdquondash 42rdquo cut
Works in a variety of soil compact with a tapered blade for smoother cutting action open design for fast pull back and outstanding mixing larger models built with stability ring can be push or pull reamer
SHREDDER 8rdquondash 48rdquo cut
Carbide tipped shark teeth rip through tough ground conditions
TORNADO6rdquondash 12rdquo cut
The most economical reamer on the market with precise blades angled for efficient cutting and mixing action carbide cutter blocks aggressively chew through ground
HARDPAN
SAND
SANDSTONE
COBBLES
GRAVEL
SHALE
DIRTLOAM
CALICHE
CLAY
GROUND TYPES
TERMINATOR6rdquondash 42rdquo cut
Blades precisely angled and placed for efficient pumping and cutting action carbide tipped blades are angled in such a way that all of the abuse is placed on the tooth
SABRETOOTH 6rdquondash 48rdquo pack
Used for tough combination soil large shark teeth cutters give aggressive yet smooth cutting action back up blades make for easier pull backs
TURBO6rdquondash 48rdquo pack
Reamer of choice for sand and unstable soils curved packer blades provide max-imum mixing and pumping back up blades make for easier push backs
OGRE12rdquondash 40rdquo pack
More cutters than any reamer in its class with slow taper and deep spiraled fluting to give maximum mixing and pumping hard-facing on all wear areas and deep flutes carry away cuttings
JUGGERNAUT45rdquondash16rdquo cut
Deluxe fluted back reamer with more cutters than any other reamer in its class welded shark teeth with extra thick carbide for maximum cutting deep spiral flutes allow for plenty of slurry to flow past pulling eye adapters available for all
