HDDPT Cables in Conduits Introduction The PLTB User’s Guide presents information, guidelines, and procedures for use during design, construction, operations, and integrity tasks for...
Horizontal Directional Drilling PowerTool Introduction The New Horizontal Directional Drilling PowerTool (HDDPT) enables safe and efficient drilling, reaming, and installation of pipelines at road...
Drilling Fluid Quantity Requirements Introduction Calculating drilling-fluid quantity estimates that will be used during an HDD installation are important in determining the impact of...
PE Pipe Pull Force and Installation Stresses Pull Force and Installation Stresses The procedures for designing the bore path for plastic pipe are basically the same as...
PE Pipe – Post Installation Loads and Deflections Post Installation Loads and Deflections Earth Pressure Coefficient: K=\tan^2\left( 45-\frac{\theta}{2}\right) Θ – Internal Friction Angle of Soil (degree) Arching Factor:...