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Why choose trenchless technology?

In an increasingly populated world, minimizing our environmental impact is crucial; using trenchless technology to install underground energy and utility networks is a game changer.

Trenchless installation techniques, such as horizontal directional drilling (HDD) and microtunnelling, offer a more sustainable solution for network expansion, by reducing surface disruption, protecting existing infrastructure and reaching previously inaccessible areas.

Choosing the most appropriate technique is key to the success of a project.

Different trenchless techniques

Each trenchless crossing is unique. A variety of trenchless techniques exist, each with its own characteristics and advantages.

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Auger boring

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Horizontal Directional Drilling

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Direct Pipe®

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Microtunnelling

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Tunnelling

Choosing the right technique depends on several factors: customer requirements, crossing dimensions, industry regulations, and the geological and geotechnical conditions of the jobsite. After a thorough analysis by trenchless specialists, one technique will stand out, either from a technical or an economical perspective.