Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD)
Applications
Utility crossings under roads, rivers, railways; telecom and fiber optics; oil & gas pipelines
Method
HDD is a non-invasive pipeline installation method that enables safe, accurate crossings under critical infrastructure. IFG delivers end-to-end HDD solutions for utility service corridors, road crossings, and energy pipelines, minimizing surface disruption and project downtime.
Contact
Eng. David L. Stones
Contracts Development Director
david.stones@ifguae.com
Technical Scope
HDD is a non-invasive pipeline installation method that enables safe, accurate crossings under critical infrastructure. IFG delivers end-to-end HDD solutions for utility service corridors, road crossings, and energy pipelines, minimizing surface disruption and project downtime.
Equipment Used
- HDD rigs with fluid circulation systems
- Pilot bore and reaming tools
- Drill pipe handling systems
- Bentonite mixing and recycling units
- GPS-guided steering systems
Client Challenges Solved
- Avoiding road closures and surface disruption
- Installing pipelines in congested urban zones
- Crossing under rivers, highways, or active transport corridors
- Reducing restoration and post-installation costs
Diaphragm Wall Shoring
