In a complex HDD interceptor crossing, Amici Engineering Contractors used telescoping conductor barrels and pneumatic pipe ramming to navigate poor soils and ensure successful bore alignment. The 7,600-foot reclaimed water main installation along a waterway was completed with precision using multi-stage casing and reaming techniques.

Underground Infrastructure's 27th Annual HDD Survey shows strong fiber-driven growth for small and mid-sized drill rigs, while large rig activity is rebounding as pipeline work picks back up across the U.S. Contractors remain optimistic, despite continued labor pressures and rising competition.

As fiber installation accelerates across the U.S., some cities are banning HDD due to rising incidents of utility strikes and safety risks. This month's editor’s log explores how industry veterans and the HDDA are working to protect the future of directional drilling through safety, training, and a cultural shift.

Brick masonry manholes made from clay or shale brick and laid with portland-cement mortar are still used in North America. Although typically historical, they are often found in manhole rehabilitation projects.

SIPP Americas has secured exclusive rights to distribute Resiline pipe rehabilitation products across North America, while Reline America adds Integrity Inspection Solutions to its installer network. Both moves aim to expand the availability of trenchless solutions for aging water and wastewater infrastructure.