Water well down-the-hole drilling rig maintenance video

How does a water well drilling rig work?

Water well drilling rigs employ different drilling methods, such as cable tool drilling and rotary drilling. In cable tool drilling, a heavy drill bit is repeatedly lifted and dropped to break through the ground. Rotary drilling, on the other hand, uses a rotating drill bit to cut through the soil and rock.

What is a down the hole drilling rig?

Down the hole drilling rig is an impact rotary drilling rig. Its internal structure is different from that of a general rock drill.

What if you don't keep up with your drilling rig maintenance?

Neglecting drilling rig maintenance can lead to short lifespan. Here are some guidelines to help ensure your drilling rig runs smoothly and safely: It doesn’t matter how regular you are about maintenance if the person handling the tools doesn’t know what he’s doing.

Are drilling rigs a good investment?

Drilling rigs are hefty financial investments. For the answer to whether they're a good investment, we turn to Rob Caho of Geoprobe Systems in Minnetrista, Minnesota: "The consequences of not maintaining drilling rigs properly can range from costing you tons of money for repairs to injuries and even death.

What should you do before adjusting a drill rig?

Before making any adjustments to a drill rig, be sure it is shut down properly. This precaution can prevent accidents, as Caho emphasizes, sharing an experience of a driller who was hurt when someone accidentally turned on the rig while he was working on it.

Is a well-maintained rig a safe rig?

According to Caho,* "a well-maintained rig is safer and more profitable" *. If a rig's maintenance is neglected, it will cost the company a significant amount of money in the long run.*