SIMCO Drilling Equipment prides itself on our engineering and building some of the best drilling rigs and drilling systems in the industry. The end-user is always top our top priority when designing our drilling rigs and the SIMCO stainless steel mud pan is a prime example. Having a reliable and easy to use drilling mud […]
The headlines are filled with residential water quality stories and consumers are more aware than ever of potential household water contamination. People with private wells, especially in the Midwest, are sensitive to the idea of nitrates and contaminants in their well water. We’d like to share some information found in a recent newsletter from the […]
It has been two years since Hurricane Harvey devastated Houston, Texas and other surrounding communities. Dropping 50 inches of rain on the area, Harvey caused widespread flooding and damage and the recovery is still ongoing. Any time there is flooding such as in the aftermath of Harvey, contamination can be extensive and dangerous. The need […]
Mike Abbott, a long-time SIMCO employee has moved out of production and into the SIMCO parts and service department. Mike has worked at SIMCO Drilling Equipment, Inc. for over 18 years. Prior to joining the SIMCO team, Mike owned his own tractor repair business working on a variety of diesel engines and hydraulics. Over the […]
Controlling the proper direction of energy is the best way to maximize your water well drilling capabilities. More pumping energy is required for larger boreholes if you want to drill and clean the borehole most efficiently and effectively. Is your rig fitted with equipment that has the necessary power for creating proper uphole velocity during […]
The quality and reliability of SIMCO Drilling equipment is known around the world. One location that has benefitted from the SIMCO 2800 drilling rig is the Western Africa country of Ghana through the work of Lifetime Wells International. Purchased in 2016, the sturdy and compact 2800 model has been a blessing for LWI’s humanitarian efforts. […]
SIMCO Drilling Equipment, Inc. took steps last week to address the risks surrounding dangerous weather – specifically tornado incidents like those seen in Pella and the Vermeer plant recently. With over two dozen employees housed in a steel-frame building, along with tons of manufacturing equipment, you can imagine what a similar incident would do to […]
SIMCO’s 2800 drilling rig is one of the best in the industry for versatility and reliability. With the multiple RPM drill head, you get torque when you need it and maximum RPM efficiency. The 2800 variable speed drill head offers important benefits for you, your customers, and your business. Smoother Operation – With infinitely adjustable […]
Finding qualified job applicants throughout the skilled trades has become increasingly more difficult, and that also holds true for the drilling industry. While there are several factors that have fed into this lack of trained workers, the pinch is felt across the country, especially for many smaller businesses. How can they compete with bigger employers […]
Whether you’re looking for new equipment or you’re interested in having your questions about drilling answered by experts, NGWA Groundwater Week is the place to be! Come to the Las Vegas Convention Center adjacent to the Westgate Resort and talk with SIMCO Drilling equipment representatives to learn more about one of the best drilling equipment […]
For more than 50 years, SIMCO Drilling Equipment has been designing and manufacturing top of the line hydraulic drill rigs in the heart of Clarke County. Founder Thayne Croston was born in Hazard, Nebraska in 1917. He owned and operated Metalcraft Engineering in Lincoln Nebraska, manufacturing metal shelving and other metal products. Around 1960, he […]
When companies outgrow their SIMCO rigs, those drilling systems can become the perfect investment for someone else. That’s why SIMCO offers used equipment that is thoroughly inspected and tested to provide a cost-effective option to our customers. Whether you are new to the drilling industry or a tried-and-true veteran expanding your business, investing in a […]
