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Applications of Storm Drilling Equipment

Drilling Rig with Power Unit D30:

Application – Auger Drilling:

• Depth up to 40 meters with a diameter of 120 mm.
• Depth up to 25 meters with a diameter of 150 mm.
• Depth up to 12 meters with a diameter of 180 mm.
  Drilling Method: Rotary auger drilling.
  Soil Types: Sand, clay, soft rock.

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Drilling Rig with Power Unit G20, G21:
Application – Auger Drilling:

• Depth up to 35 meters with a diameter of 120 mm.
• Depth up to 25 meters with a diameter of 150 mm.
• Depth up to 12 meters with a diameter of 180 mm.
  Drilling Method: Rotary auger drilling.
  Soil Types: Sand, clay, soft rock.

Application: Water wells up to 100 meters deep with a diameter of up to 200 mm.
Drilling Method: Rotary drilling with flushing.
Soil Types: Sand, clay, soft rock, hard rock.

Storm drilling equipment is designed for multiple drilling operations, including:

• Water well drilling using the rotary method with water flushing
• Water well drilling using the rotary method with air flushing
• Auger drilling

1. Water Well Drilling Using the Rotary Method with Water Flushing

Process

This method employs a rotating drill bit to penetrate the soil or rock while continuously flushing the borehole with water or drilling fluid. The flushing fluid serves multiple functions:

• Cools the drill bit
• Removes cuttings
• Stabilizes the borehole walls

Purpose

• Primarily used for drilling water wells
• Ensures efficient penetration in loose and consolidated formations
• Particularly effective in sandy, clayey, or gravelly terrains

2. Water Well Drilling Using the Rotary Method with Air Flushing

Process

This method follows the same rotary drilling principle but uses compressed air instead of water. The air is pumped down the drill pipe and returns to the surface, carrying cuttings and debris out of the borehole.

Purpose

• Suitable for dry or rocky formations
• Ideal for areas where water is scarce or in highly fractured rock formations
• Offers faster drilling rates in hard rock compared to water flushing

3. Auger Drilling

Process

Auger drilling utilizes helical augers (screw-like drill bits) to cut into the soil. As the auger rotates, cuttings are transported to the surface along the spiral blades.

Purpose

• Ideal for shallow drilling, soil sampling, and geotechnical investigations
• Commonly used in soft or loose soil formations
• Best suited for conditions where groundwater or caving soils are not a concern

Choosing the Right Drilling Method

Each drilling technique serves specific geological conditions and project requirements:

• Rotary drilling (water or air flushing): Versatile and widely used for water well projects.
• Auger drilling: Quick and efficient for shallow, soft soil formations.

Storm drilling equipment provides adaptability for various applications, ensuring reliable results across diverse drilling needs. Choose Storm for precision, durability, and efficiency in every drilling project.