Brian Beaulieu, CEO of ITR Economics, presented a positive economic forecast for drillers and contractors at the recent Mechanical Contractors Association of America’s Annual Convention. As one of only two countries with a growing population base, the U.S. is struggling with low inventory of existing homes. This has led to increased single-family housing construction across […]
Meet the sales team from SIMCO Drilling Equipment at the South Atlantic Well Drillers Jubilee this July! Each year, drillers and manufacturers from across the country converge on Myrtle Beach, South Carolina to attend one of the industry’s biggest trade shows. The Jubilee provides educational programs for all aspects of the drilling business as well […]
“What is the capacity of that drill rig?” This is a question we get asked a lot. Ultimately, when you reach the depth where you can’t pull up the drill string, you’ve reached the rig’s capacity. Based on this criteria, though, the max capacity rating of the SIMCO 7000, SIMCO’s largest rig would be well […]
When looking into buying a drilling rig, it can be easy to try to cut corners on the purchase by thinking any truck bed or trailer will do. But with SIMCO, the trailers and truck beds for our drilling systems are built on-site to provide the quality and stability SIMCO drilling rig systems are known […]
SIMCO’s reputation for service and quality is well-known – and for good reason. Every part is designed and built in-house, allowing quality control in every aspect of building your drilling rig. Not sure what ‘in-house’ truly means? Schedule an appointment and take a tour to see for yourself! At SIMCO, virtually every piece that goes […]
A recent parts purchase from the SIMCO service department resulted in a proud revelation. The long-time client had said that his company had sold all their drilling rigs and switched to outsourcing pavement coring jobs. But that wasn’t the full story: the company sold all their drilling equipment except their two SIMCO rigs that they […]
In rotary drilling, the more efficiently you move your fluid from the pump through the bit, the more efficiently you can move the cuttings out of the hole and make more progress in less time. The SIMCO PDQ drill pipe outshines the competition through superior engineering, no matter if you are working on geothermal, water […]
Customers frequently inquire about SIMCO mud pumps, drill rods, and the horsepower our rigs can manage. But it’s easy to miss the big picture: By offering a comprehensive drilling system rather than just individual pieces, SIMCO has created an efficient package that works together to increase your output and grow your profits. SIMCO sells more […]
The SIMCO 7000 drilling rig is the “Super Rig” in any company’s stable of drilling equipment. With its massive torque, this powerhouse gets the biggest jobs done with ease and reliability. But it’s the SIMCO 7000 carousel that completes the task at hand quickly while keeping your crew safe in the field. Check out the […]
Sometimes you just want to talk face to face with a SIMCO drilling rig representative, talk shop and ask questions in real time. Whether you’re drilling in West Africa or Southeast Iowa, you will have unique variables at play, so knowing the equipment can handle your operation’s needs is vital before ever putting in an order. At […]
SIMCO Drilling Equipment, Inc. has spent more than 40 years building an outstanding reputation within the drilling rig and drilling rig equipment industry. Not only is the SIMCO customer service department known all around the world, but their on-site technicians are top of the industry when it comes to drilling bit subs and adapters for virtually […]
In an age of rising energy costs and concerns about environmental damage, people are looking for ways to keep costs low without harming the planet. One way that is growing popularity is geothermal heating and cooling. Many new residential builders are choosing this option as the demand from home buyers spreads. Some states, including Iowa, […]
