Horizontal directional drilling (HDD) equipment advancements cater to the intricate demands of underground construction, offering solutions that emphasize precision, efficiency and environmental compliance. Innovations like those below not only facilitate the crossing of major infrastructure without disruption but also enhance safety and reduce the risk of interference with existing utilities. As the industry moves towards more complex and sensitive projects, the reliance on HDD equipment that combines robust power with environmental stewardship and navigational precision becomes increasingly critical.

American Augers DD600
The DD600 maxi-rig directional drill from American Augers is equipped with a 755 hp Stage V/T4F/T3 CAT C18 engine that does not require diesel exhaust fluid, making it the only machine of its kind in this class. The simple exhaust system increases uptime and reliability, eliminating daily job site struggles with DEF. Additionally, the 755 hp engine allows for higher demand loads without challenging the engine capacity, and the Stage V engine classification meets emission standards for engines in Europe. The weight meets standard transportation requirements, meaning no special permits are required. It can also be transported without removing the wrenches, saving hours in assembly and disassembly time. A hydraulic catwalk helps expedite the time required to set up and teardown, as well as the number of people it takes to do so. 

800-324-4930; www.americanaugers.com

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Underground Magnetics Echo 75XF 
As utility easements continue to get more congested, the need to work in these areas with precision is critical. Low Sub-kHz frequencies have always been the best solution for drilling in these environments. The Echo 75XF from Underground Magnetics is a 19-inch transmitter that offers 16 frequencies from Sub-kHz .325, up to 41 kHz. It has three power levels, enabling it to run for up to 100 hours on a single charge in low power. It is suitable for crossing 10-lane highways to drilling under heavy rebar and wire mesh. 

515-505-0960; www.umaghdd.com