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What Is Horizontal Directional Drilling?

The earliest forms of underground utility lines required trenches to be dug before pipes, lines and cables could be laid. Not only was this a laborious and time-consuming process, but it also became exponentially more difficult in areas where lines already existed. The practice of horizontal directional drilling (HDD) began in the 1970s as a ...

Trenchless Sewer Repair Vs. Traditional: Understanding The Difference

Municipalities and utilities owe it to their customers to perform infrastructure repairs in the fastest and most efficient way possible. This ensures that residents will endure the least disruption to their service and get the most value for their monthly water bills. For years, repairing broken water mains and sewer pipes was a very cost ...

National Underground Group hires Ken Biele as CEO

National Underground Group, owner of Pro-Pipe, a rapidly growing provider of water flow inspection, repair and cleaning services, announces the hiring of Ken Biele as Chief Executive Officer. A 30-year business veteran, Biele has a demonstrated history of successfully leading, growing and acquiring businesses for mid-size and large multinational public companies. In his new role, ...

Professional Pipe Services Partners with Perma-Liner Industries to Expand Lateral Lining Services

Full-wrap lateral seal connection incorporates full-length lateral lining “from the mainline” meeting ASTM F2561 MISSION VIEJO, California (February 21, 2018) – Professional Pipe Services, Inc. (Pro-Pipe), a leader in underground pipeline assessment and repair, is pleased to announce its partnership with Perma-Liner Industries (Perma-Liner™) to provide main/lateral connection lining services nationwide. As municipalities seek to ...