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 […]
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Join SIMCO & Gain Valuable CEUs at Fall Field Day “Muddin It” 2018 Conference
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 […]
SIMCO GM Darren Swolley Featured in Australasion Drilling Magazine
SIMCO Drilling Equipment is known and used all around the world. The experience and expertise of the SIMCO team has built a respected reputation within the drilling industry. Recently, Darren Swolley was interviewed by Australasian Drilling Magazine. In addition to auger drilling and soil sampling, many drillers are trending toward doing more wet rotary drilling. […]
SIMCO 2800 Water Well PTO Proves Great Things Come in Small Packages
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 […]
SIMCO’s PDQ Drill Pipe Beats the Competition Every Time
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 […]
SIMCO Drilling System Boosts Productivity
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 […]
SIMCO 7000 Carousel Improves Speed and Safety
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 […]
Water Well Drilling For Private Water Supply Wells
In the United States, most people have access to treated drinking water through their municipal water works department. But more and more people are looking to their own water sources as their confidence in the safety of city water sources drops and the costs associated with it keep going up. Private water well drilling is […]
SIMCO’s Unique Rod Handling Table Promotes Safety, Saves Time & Money
As the ideal geothermal and water well drilling workhorse, the SIMCO 7000 will get the job done. Drilling in nearly any soil type is what the 7000 does best. But with the SIMCO 7000’s hydraulic rod handling table that now comes standard on all 7000s, you’ll save time and keep your crew safer on site. […]
Used SIMCO Drilling Rigs Are A Great Investment
Did you know that SIMCO Drilling Equipment deals in both new and used drilling equipment? The used equipment we offer is thoroughly inspected and tested to provide a cost-effective option to our customers with a guarantee that our used drilling rigs are of the utmost quality and meet yours – and our – highest standards […]
SIMCO Safety Series: Pt2 – Proper Use and Care of a Hard Hat
SIMCO Water Well and Geothermal Drilling Education Series: Proper hard hats are required by law – and common sense – on any drilling or construction site. The protection afforded by the right hard hat can save a life and keep workers from suffering catastrophic brain injuries caused by flying or falling objects as well as […]
Variations on SIMCO’s 2800 Drilling Rig Now Available
The SIMCO 2800 has been a powerful tool for over 30 years. When big rig power in a compact package is needed to get the job done, the 2800 has always been one of the most reliable choices. Now SIMCO is offering the new PTO driven 2800 for higher horsepower-driven hydraulics to fit your drilling […]