Geotechnical drilling poses unique challenges that need to be conquered to get the job done. SIMCO Drilling Equipment understands these challenges and has spent the last 50 years engineering the best rigs to meet and exceed your geotechnical drilling needs. What makes SIMCO’s geotechnical drills stand out above other manufacturers? We beat the industry standard […]
Restricted flow in your drilling rig’s hydraulic system can cause low efficiency and long-term damage. Using the right oil filter for your specific equipment can mean the difference between costly repairs and consistent productivity. Many people don’t understand the importance of quality parts, and think all are the same. Using the wrong filters not engineered for […]
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 […]
SIMCO Drilling Equipment will be in Virginia Beach October 12 for the Virginia Water Well Association’s “Muddin’ It” field day. This one-day program will demonstrate a variety of drilling techniques and will count for 8 hours of continuing education for drilling certification renewal. London Bridge Baptist Church on Potters Road in Virginia Beach will be […]
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 […]
The South Atlantic Well Drillers Jubilee starts this weekend and your SIMCO sales team will be on hand with the brand new rig -“Big Blue!” This SIMCO 7000 water well drilling rig is a thing of power and beauty. Before delivery to its proud new owner, David Lucas Well and Pump Services out of Georgia, […]
Are you looking for big rig power in a compact package? The SIMCO 2800 water well drilling rig offers the horsepower you need while letting you maneuver through tight spots the big rigs can’t reach. The PTO Driven 2800 provides bigger hydraulics and more horsepower than ever before. One of the most unique options in […]
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 […]
SIMCO drilling rigs are used around the world by a variety of industries. With the capability for soil exploration, water well drilling, core sampling and many other applications, it’s no surprise the oil and gas industry relies on SIMCO rigs, too. Guidelines and regulations were put in place in 1991 after several fatalities caused by […]
The summer of 2017 saw Hurricane Harvey slam into the city of Houston, Texas, causing widespread flooding and damage. The recovery has been long and is still ongoing. Any time there is flooding such as in the aftermath of Harvey, contamination can be extensive and dangerous. The need for soil surveys and sampling grows exponentially […]
The SIMCO 255 PTC was introduced to the market in 1998. It has since become the new standard for high production, high quality pavement test core drill rigs with a majority of state DOTs and USAF being current end users. There are a number of safety and operating features that set this unit apart from […]
With the passing of the GDRP (General Data Protection Regulation) in the European Union, many consumers are concerned about what this means for them and their relationships with companies they utilize. SIMCO Drilling Equipment values their customer connections and their right to privacy. The GDRP lays down regulations to protect consumers and give them control […]
