Trenchless Technology: Planning, Equipment, and Methods

Written by an expert in the field of pipeline system engineering, this book describes how to plan, schedule, and implement efficient, cost-effective trenchless technology piping projects. Filled with detailed illustrations and real-world examples, Trenchless Technology: Planning, Equipment, and Methods explains how to accurately compare the costs of trenchless projects, considering geotechnical and rock mass impacts, drilling fluids, and locating and tracking equipment.

This in-depth reference provides important information on how to estimate the cost of labor and equipment and schedule trenchless piping projects. A wide range of trenchless technology methods suitable for various ground and project conditions are discussed in this practical resource.

Coverage includes:

• Cost comparison of trenchless technology methods
• Planning for trenchless technology projects
• Project delivery methods
• Geotechnical considerations
• Rock mass properties impacts on trenchless project feasibility
• Tracking, locating, and planning tools for horizontal directional drilling
• Drilling and lubricating fluids
• Planning and construction requirements for horizontal direction drilling
• Horizontal auger boring
• Pipe ramming
• Microtunneling methods
• Pilot tube (or pilot tube microtunneling) method
• Pipe/box jacking and utility tunneling
• Cured-in-place-pipe method
• Sliplining
• Lateral renewal
• Localized repair
• Planning and construction requirements for pipe bursting
• Panel linings
• Spray-in-place pipe