Jack & Bore
Pipeline construction often demands innovative trenchless solutions to navigate challenging soil conditions, roadways, and other surface obstacles. Among the most reliable and effective methods is auger boring—a proven trenchless technique that provides accuracy, safety, and minimal disruption. At R.L. Coolsaet Construction, we take pride in offering expert auger boring services as part of our comprehensive pipeline construction capabilities.
What Is Auger Boring?
Auger boring is a trenchless construction method used to install steel casings beneath obstacles such as highways, railroads, and environmentally sensitive areas. The process involves using a rotating auger inside a sacrificial pipe or steel casing to excavate soil while simultaneously advancing the casing forward. Once the casing is in place, the carrier pipe is inserted, completing the installation without the need for open-cut trenching.
Best Practices in Auger Boring
Like all trenchless methods, auger boring requires precision and planning. Over decades of industry experience, R.L. Coolsaet Construction has identified and implemented best practices that ensure success:
1. Thorough Pre-Planning and Site Assessment
Conducting geotechnical investigations to identify soil conditions and groundwater levels.
Selecting the appropriate casing size and auger equipment to match the project’s unique challenges.
2. Accurate Bore Alignment
Establishing proper entry and exit points.
Utilizing advanced surveying methods to maintain alignment and minimize deviations throughout the bore.
3. Proper Lubrication and Soil Management
Employing drilling fluids and lubrication techniques to reduce friction, especially in dense soils.
Managing excavated spoils efficiently to prevent settlement and ensure a smooth operation.
4. Safety as a Core Value
Strict adherence to OSHA and industry safety standards.
Experienced crews trained in confined space operations, heavy equipment handling, and trenchless construction protocols.
5. Quality Assurance and Inspection
Continuous monitoring during the bore to confirm casing integrity and alignment.
Proper installation and care to pipe coating. Proper preparation and application will extend the pipeline’s service life.
Post-installation inspection to verify pipe placement and operational readiness.
Why Choose R.L. Coolsaet Construction?
With decades of experience in pipeline construction across diverse environments, R.L. Coolsaet Construction has earned a reputation for delivering reliable, high-quality auger boring services. Our team combines skilled operators, state-of-the-art equipment, and a dedication to best practices to ensure every project is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
Whether you’re installing utility pipelines beneath a busy highway or requiring a trenchless solution to protect sensitive landscapes, we have the expertise and resources to get the job done right.