Horizontal directional drilling machines are advanced trenchless technology equipment. You can use it for installing underground pipelines, cables, and conduits with minimal surface disruption. Different from the traditional open-cut methods, The HDD allows can drilling precisely beneath obstacles such as roads, rivers, and buildings. It is ideal for urban infrastructure projects.

The horizontal directional drilling machine consists of a drilling rig, drill pipe, drilling fluid system, and tracking equipment to guide the bore path. It is widely used in oil and gas, telecommunications, water supply, and utility industries because of the high efficiency, environmental benefits, and cost-effectiveness.

With the growing demand for underground utility installations, the HDD machines have become essential for modern construction and infrastructure development.

How do horizontal directional drilling machines work?

Daswell horizontal directional drilling machine process begins with pilot hole drilling. It utilizes tracking system for guiding the small-diameter drill bit along a predetermined path.

Pumping the bentonite or polymer-based drilling fluid for lubricating the drill string, stabilizing the borehole, and removing cuttings. When the pilot hole reaches the exit point, enlarge the bore to the required diameter by using a reamer.

Finally, pull back the pipeline or cable through the borehole while maintaining continuous fluid circulation.

The real-time monitoring system of horizontal directional drilling machine can help you adjust the drilling angle, torque, and thrust. It ensures precision and minimizes risks. Compared with traditional excavation, it reduces environmental impact and avoids traffic disruptions. Meanwhile, it cuts project timelines significantly.

Applications and advantages of horizontal directional drilling machine

It is widely used in oil and gas pipelines, fiber optic cable installations, water and sewer lines, and electrical conduits. You can use it for drilling under rivers, highways, and some areas, which is densely populated. It is inspensable for modern infrastructure projects.

Using Daswell horizontal directional drilling machine, it can reduce environmental disruption, and lower restoration costs. Meanwhile, it also enhances safety by minimizing open trenches. Besides, the HDD technology supports long-distance and large-diameter installations. That makes it versatile for various industries.

With the urbanization increasing and environmental regulations tightening, the demand for HDD machines is growing. It is a critical solution for sustainable underground construction.

Technical Data:

Engine	KW	153/2000	Dimension(L*W*H)	mm	6910*2212*2520
Max. thrust force	KN	330/660	Weight	T	11.8
Max. pullback force	KN	330/660	Diameter of drill rod	mm	Φ73
Max. torque	N.m	13000	Length of drill rod	m	3
Max. rotary speed	rpm	120	Max diameter of pullback pipe	mm	Φ150~Φ800
Max. moving speed of power head	m/min	30	Max pullback pipe length	m	500
Max. mud pump flow	L/min	400	Incidence angle	/	11~20
Max. mud pressure	Mpa	8+0.5	Climbing	/	14