Choosing the right HDD rig is about more than machine size. Thrust, pullback, torque, bore length, product diameter and ground conditions all influence whether a rig has the capacity to complete a project safely and efficiently. This article looks at why matching rig capability to project requirements matters.

Compare Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) with traditional open trenching and explore which method may be better suited to your project. We look at disruption, access, ground conditions, reinstatement, cost and other practical factors that can influence the right installation method.