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HDD Drilling in Tunisia Bouchamaoui

HDD Drilling in Tunisia Bouchamaoui

HDD Drilling in Tunisia Bouchamaoui

Product catalog summary
Introduction
Bouchamaoui Industries, a leading contractor in Tunisia, has expanded its capabilities in pipe laying by acquiring a Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) machine, the TERRA-JET 5415 S. This document details the machine's first use in Tunisia.

Project Overview
The initial project involved drilling an 84-meter (275 ft) bore to install a 315 mm (12”) HDPE pipe near a petrol refinery. The underground conditions consisted of highly compacted sand.

Drilling Process
The pilot bore was completed in approximately 3 hours. The drill head was easily located at a depth of 2.20 meters (7.2 ft) and successfully reached the target arrival pit.

Equipment Operation
The TERRA-JET 5415 S is operated using two joysticks, providing precise control. The control station offers a comprehensive view of all functions, ensuring efficient operation.

Technical Details
During the pilot bore, bentonite was used to transport sand backwards, facilitating the drilling process.

Contact Information
TERRA AG, Hauptstrasse 92, 6260 Reiden, Switzerland. Phone: +41-62-749 10 10, Fax: +41-62-749 10 11, Email: [email protected], Website: www.terra-eu.eu
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Horizontal Directional Drilling System TERRA-JET 5415 S HDD Drilling in Tunisia Bouchamaoui Industries are one of the largest contractors in Tunisia. Their company’s buildings are close to Tunis Airport. One of their major activities is pipe laying. Shortly they increased their machinery by a HDD machine TERRA-JET 5415 S. The first bore was 84 m (275 ft) long. A HDPE pipe OD 315 mm (12”) had to be pulled in nearby a petrol refinery. The underground consisted of highly compacted sand. The pilot bore took around 3 hours. The locating of the drill head was easily possible in the drilling depth of 2.20 m (7.2 ft). The drill head reached the arrival pit right on target. The TERRA-JET 5415 S drives into the starting position nearby the refinery. It is driven by its two joy sticks. I:\MS\Baustelle\englisch\5415 S\bau-152e (HDD Drilling in Tunisia).doc The TERRA-JET 5415 S is driven with its two joy sticks. In the background the refinery. 1/2 LN-13.07.2010

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Horizontal Directional Drilling System TERRA-JET 5415 S The TERRA-JET 5415 S is ready for the pilot bore. The pilot bore begin. During the pilot bore the bentonite transports the sand backwards. The control station allows a good view onto all functions. TERRA AG, Hauptstrasse 92, 6260 Reiden, Switzerland, phone: +41-62-749 10 10, fax: +41-62-749 10 11, e-mail: [email protected], internet: www.terra-eu.eu I:\MS\Baustelle\englisch\5415 S\bau-152e (HDD Drilling in Tunisia).doc 2/2 LN-13.07.2010

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