The new Ridgid 18V cordless hammer drill delivers up to 1,250 in-lbs of max torque, and is said to deliver up to 25% faster drilling compared to the brand’s R860012 hammer drill/driver. The new drill features anti-kickback technology, which prevents over-rotation in bind-up situations.
[pdf] Innovations in rig automation, drill string design, drilling fluid chemistry, and the workhorse polycrystalline diamond compact drill bit continue to allow drillers to get wellbores to total depth in less time across all major U.S. basins, observes Cristi Harrington, vice president of North American sales for drilling contractor, Helmerich & Payne.
[pdf] Combining Nabors proprietary Smart Suite of automated drilling software with Canrig® robotics on the PACE®-R801 creates an unmanned rig floor that removes crews from red zone areas and delivers consistent, predictable drilling performance. Video from the first well is available here, PACE®-R801.
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