Horizontal Directional Drilling: Utility and Pipeline Applications

David Willoughby9780071454735, 007145473X

Comprehensive coverage of horizontal directional drilling (HDD) technologies and applicationsAn essential resource for anyone working in the trenchless industry, this authoritative guide provides complete technical information on the design, permitting, construction bid documents, specifications, and construction of HDD applications. Horizontal Directional Drilling features many examples and HDD calculations as well as detailed illustrations. Coverage of the HDD Model Footage Contract – guidelines for HDD projects, example specifications, and information on risk reduction-is also included.Details on HDD implementations including: * Steel pipelines * Fiber optic and electrical conduits * Municipal applications for natural gas, water, and wastewater pipelines