This method is used for short-distance installation of pipelines beneath the ground, roadways, railroads and above-surface structures with minimal soil digging.
1. A tunnel of required size is made underground by ramming and a plastic pipe is driven.
Grundomat G-75Z, G-130Z, G-130p
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max length* (m) |
max depth* (m) |
max diameter (mm) |
| 30 |
unlimited |
160 |
2. A tunnel of required size is made underground by thrusting and a plastic pipe is driven.
Directional dry thrusters unit
Ditch Witch P80
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max length* (m) |
max depth* (m) |
max diameter (mm) |
| 150 |
6 |
225 |
* single locating of equipment
Technological features
| long distances (up to 300 m) |
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minimal distances (up to 40 m) |
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without displacement of soil |
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minimal digging of soil |
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complicated access sites |
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multiple underground utilities |
Site features
| underground |
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underneath water bodies |
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underneath roadways |
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underneath railroads |
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underneath above-ground structures |
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underneath planted sites |
Application areas
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communication networks |
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water-supply networks |
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wastewater networks |
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railways |
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motorways |
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electric power networks |
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pipeline renovation |
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land improvement |
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used |
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possible use (when required under special conditions) |
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not used |
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