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The Basement Buddy® Directional Drill is a lightweight, highly maneuverable HDD system designed for installing or replacing underground service lines directly from a home’s basement or an exterior pit. Weighing under 200 lbs, it can be transported by two people and positioned easily in tight indoor or outdoor spaces. Ideal for water lines, gas lines, electrical conduit, and irrigation, the Basement Buddy® delivers accurate, on-grade installations up to 2″ pipe.
Key Features
- Lightweight, Portable Design
Weighs just 195 lbs, allowing two-person transport into basements or excavated pits.
- Accurate On-Grade Drilling
Full HDD steering capability—up, down, left, and right—for precise service line installation.
- Versatile Installation Applications
Suitable for water, gas, electrical, and irrigation service lines.
- Pit-Launch Ready with Drill Skid
The included skid stabilizes the machine in soft soil, improving safety and control during pit-launch operations.
- Compact Footprint for Tight Spaces Designed specifically for indoor basements, crawl spaces, and small outdoor pits.
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The Bore Glide D-4 is a high-performance pit launch directional drill engineered for contractors who need power, precision, and efficiency in tight or restricted jobsite conditions. With a compact excavation footprint, operator-friendly controls, and rugged construction, the D-4 delivers reliable results for sewer laterals, water lines, and conduit installations. Pipe sizes from 1″ to 6″ can be installed with ease.
Key Features
- Compact Excavation Footprint
Designed for smaller pits, reducing labor, restoration time, and surface disruption.
- Operator-Focused Ergonomics
Smooth, comfortable operation for long workdays and improved productivity.
- Radial Piston Rotational Motor
Provides consistent torque and reliable rotational performance.
- Rack-and-Pinion Carriage System
Ensures controlled thrust and pullback for accurate drilling.
- Optional 5′ Rod Configuration
Available with a 5′ rod setup—only 1′ longer and 30 lbs heavier than the 4′ model.
- Stackable Containment Box Compatibility
Easily adapts to deeper drilling applications without sacrificing stability.
- Bolt-On Drive Chuck
Allows quick replacement and simplified maintenance.
- High-Strength Construction
Built to withstand demanding underground environments.
Benefits
- Lower Jobsite Impact
Smaller pits mean faster setup, quicker restoration, and less disruption.
- Higher Productivity
User-friendly operation and durable components help crews work faster with fewer delays.
- Versatile Utility Installation
Ideal for sewer laterals, water service lines, and conduit installations.
- Reduced Operator Fatigue
Comfort-driven design supports longer, more efficient workdays.
- Reliable, Repeatable Results
Engineered for accuracy and consistency across diverse drilling conditions.
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The Bore Glide DD-1 is engineered to deliver comfort, precision, and efficiency in pit-launch HDD applications. Its operator-focused design reduces fatigue, improves control, and minimizes the excavation footprint—making it an ideal solution for tight, urban, or restricted job sites. When deeper installations are required, the DD-1 pairs seamlessly with our stackable containment boxes for added versatility and stability.
Key Features
- Compact Excavation Footprint
Designed for smaller pits, reducing labor, restoration time, and surface disruption.
- Operator-Focused Ergonomics
Smooth, comfortable operation for long workdays and improved productivity.
- Durable Oil-Filled Rotational Gear Box
Provides long-lasting performance, smoother operation, and reduced maintenance.
- Rack-and-Pinion Carriage System
Ensures consistent, controlled thrust and pullback for precise drilling.
- Bolt-On Drive Chuck
Simplifies maintenance and allows quick replacement to keep crews moving.
- Stackable Containment Box Compatibility
Easily adapts to deeper drilling applications while maintaining stability and safety.
- High-Strength Construction
Built to withstand demanding underground conditions and deliver long-term reliability.
- Precision Drilling Performance
Ideal for accurate on-grade installations, even in challenging soil environments.
Benefits
- Lower Jobsite Impact
Smaller pits mean faster setup, quicker restoration, and less disruption.
- Higher Productivity
User-friendly operation and durable components help crews work faster with fewer delays.
- Versatile Utility Installation
Ideal for sewer laterals, water service lines, and conduit installations.
- Reduced Operator Fatigue
Comfort-driven design supports longer, more efficient workdays.
- Reliable, Repeatable Results
Engineered for accuracy and consistency across diverse drilling conditions.
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The Pipe Ram is a compact, powerful trenchless installation tool designed for pushing pipes and conduits beneath driveways, sidewalks, landscaped areas, and other surface-sensitive locations. Engineered for versatility and portability, the Pipe Ram performs reliably in most soil conditions and is capable of pushing black iron pipe up to 2″ in diameter. Its small footprint makes it ideal for residential and light commercial applications where excavation must be minimized.
Key Features
- Trenchless Pipe Installation
Installs pipes and conduits under hard surfaces without open trenching.
- Compact Footprint
Designed for small, confined work areas with minimal surface disruption.
- Black Iron Pipe Capability
Pushes black iron pipe up to 2 inches in diameter.
- Galvanized Pipe Replacement
Developed in the 1980s for pushing out old galvanized pipes—still one of the smallest and most efficient tools for this application.
- Optional Tracking System
Compatible with the Vivax vLoc3 for improved accuracy and monitoring.
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Compact Water Line Bursting System
The Pipe Shark Water Line Bursting System is a compact, powerful trenchless tool designed for replacing old plastic water lines by splitting the existing pipe and simultaneously pulling in new product pipe. Engineered for tight or restricted jobsite conditions, the Pipe Shark delivers reliable performance with 18,000 lbs of pull force in a lightweight, portable package.
With its small footprint and efficient hydraulic operation, the Pipe Shark is ideal for contractors who need a fast, low-impact solution for water service line replacement.
Key Features
- Compact Water Line Bursting System
One of the most compact water line bursting tools on the market—perfect for confined spaces.
- Simultaneous Split & Pull Operation
Splits old plastic water lines while pulling in new pipe in a single efficient motion.
- High Push/Pull Force
Generates 18,000 lbs of force for dependable pipe replacement.
- Wide Hydraulic Range
Operates at 4–20 gpm and 2,400–3,000 psi, compatible with most contractor hydraulic power sources.
- Lightweight & Portable
Weighs only 125 lbs, making transport and setup easy for small crews.
- Versatile Cable Compatibility
Works with 3/8″ to 9/16″ cable sizes.
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The Pit Shot® Directional Drill is a compact, pit-launch horizontal directional drilling system engineered for utility service work where surface-launch drills cannot operate. Designed for tight or restricted jobsite conditions, the Pit Shot® installs 1″ to 6″ pipe with exceptional accuracy—ideal for sewer laterals on grade, water service lines, and conduit installations. Built with a rugged frame and precision-engineered components, the Pit Shot® delivers reliable performance in demanding underground environments.
Key Features
- Accurate Utility Line Installation
Designed for sewer laterals, water lines, and conduit installations where precision is essential.
- Durable Oil-Filled Rotational Gear Box
Ensures smooth operation, long service life, and reduced maintenance.
- Rack-and-Pinion Carriage System
Provides consistent thrust and pullback for controlled drilling.
- Bolt-On Drive Chuck
Allows quick replacement and simplified maintenance.
- Compact Pit-Launch Design
Ideal for locations where surface-launch HDD rigs cannot be used.
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The R8 is a compact 30 ton pipe bursting system that can replace pipes from 1″ – 8″ in diameter.
The R8 Busting System slides apart into two components (70 lbs & 70 lbs) for easy set-up and can be used vertically or horizontally. All units come with your company name / logo engraved on the red drop guard.
OPERATORS CHOICE: Wireless or Manual Hydra Controller
Due to its size and weight, the R8 can be setup in confined spaces such as basements, crawl spaces, man holes, septic tanks, and even under decks when set horizontally. It is capable of producing 30 tons of pulling force at 3,000 psi. The R8 can be hydraulically powered from a tractor or power unit. When dealing with soft soils, the 24″ x 24″ aluminum resistance plate can aid in distributing the load across the face of the chassis.
Key Features
- Compact, Two-Piece Design Breaks down into two 70-lb sections for easy handling and setup in confined spaces.
- 30-Ton Pulling Force Capable of producing 30 tons of pulling power at 3,000 psi for reliable pipe replacement.
- Versatile Installation Options Operates vertically or horizontally, ideal for basements, crawl spaces, manholes, septic tanks, and under-deck applications.
- Trenchless Pipe Replacement Eliminates the need for open trenching, reducing restoration costs and minimizing disruption to landscaping, sidewalks, and driveways.
- Low-Pressure, High-Efficiency System Patented low-pressure design offers simplicity, safety, and dependable performance.
- Wireless or Manual Hydra Controller Operators can choose the control style that best fits their workflow.
- Optional Resistance Plate A 24″ × 24″ aluminum resistance plate helps distribute load in soft soils.
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The Hydraulic Power Mini Pack is an extremely helpful piece of equipment in any trenchless system. Our Mini Power Pack is manufactured to fit our exact specifications for guaranteed compatibility with our trenchless equipment. The gasoline powered Mini Power Pack is built on a fully welded steel tubing chassis and is powered by a 14hp motor.
Featuring spin on filter and quick disconnects.
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This new steerable thrust bore machine is a great short cut to installing service lines in most all compressible soils. this machines has all the values of a pit launch directional drill without fluids and a muddy mess. Ranges of this machine is up to 200′ in favorable conditions.
Key Features
- High-Strength Construction
Built to withstand demanding underground conditions and deliver long-term reliability.
- Precision Targeting
Ideal for steering to targeted destination.
- Rod Turning
Both the manual ratchet and modular high torque rod turner gives you the firmness and extra power in hard and sticky soils.
- Compact Excavation Footprint
Designed for smaller pits, reducing labor, restoration time, and surface disruption.
- Underpinning
The underpin system holds the front portion of the machine from thrusting upward when encountering hard soils and also nullifies rolling when using the modular high torque rod turner.
- Spud Rods
The Patent Pending Spud Rod gives you the ability to lock in the turning devices quickly with no off and on threading.
Benefits
- Lower Jobsite Impact
Smaller pits mean faster setup, quicker restoration, and less disruption.
- Higher Productivity
User-friendly operation and durable components help crews work faster with fewer delays.
- Versatile Utility Installation
Ideal for sewer laterals, water service lines, and conduit installations.
- Reduced Operator Fatigue
Comfort-driven design supports longer, more efficient workdays.
- Reliable, Repeatable Results
Engineered for accuracy and consistency across diverse drilling conditions.
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The Pit Shot® X4 Directional Drill is a powerful pit-launch HDD system engineered for utility service work where surface-launch drills cannot operate. Designed for tight or restricted jobsite conditions, the X4 installs 1″ to 6″ pipe with exceptional accuracy—ideal for sewer laterals on grade, water service lines, and conduit installations. With a rugged frame, high-torque rotational system, and a 15,000-lb push/pull capacity, the Pit Shot® X4 delivers reliable performance in demanding underground environments.
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Key Features
- High-Power Performance
Generates 15,000 lbs of push/pull force for demanding trenchless installations.
- Precision Drilling
Ideal for sewer laterals, water lines, and conduit installations requiring accurate on-grade drilling.
- Durable Oil-Filled Rotational Gear Box
Ensures smooth operation, long service life, and reduced maintenance.
- Rack-and-Pinion Carriage System
Provides consistent thrust and pullback for controlled drilling.
- Bolt-On Drive Chuck
Allows quick replacement and simplified maintenance.
- Compact Pit-Launch Design
Perfect for locations where surface-launch HDD rigs cannot be used.
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The Hydra Control is a wireless control system for the R-8 Bursting Machine.
It can be connected up to any hydraulic source with 3,000psi.
Comes with 75 feet total of jacketed pressure and return hose with quick disconnects.
The Hydra Control is battery powered eliminating the need to run power cables to the excavator. It also features an integrated charging system for the battery that plugs into any AC 120V supply, and a battery meter to let you know when it needs charging.
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We supply pre-cut cables with swedged button end for use with the R8 Pipe Bursting Machine.
Cables come in two stock lengths with custom lengths available upon request.
Available Cable Diameters – 3/8″, 7/16″, 9/16″, 11/16″ and 3/4″
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Utilizing an articulated pipe bursting head design, our heads provide you with the ability to navigate up to three 45 degree bends in a single pull without the oval damage to the PE product pipe.
This design allows the ability to enter the old host pipe neutrally, reducing the wrestling match with the pipe that often comes in tight quarters as well as distortion to the entry hole. It also eliminates the need to have to dig under and push down the newly installed PE pipe before you can make the connection to the existing pipe at the entry pit.
Made from high grade tool steel.
All of our bursting heads are heat treated to a very high Rockwell hardness for reduced abrasion, wear, and pulling pressures.
Available Pipe Sizes – 2″, 3″, 4″, 5″, 6″, 8″
Locking device
The split lock bursting heads have replaceable blades and patented articulating point behind the bursting head. The split lock cable locking device insures the cable will never pull out of the head during the bursting process.
The product pipe locking device is attached and removed from the bursting head with a clevis pin. Once removed from the head, it can be attached and locked to the new product pipe by turning the eyelet, with no need of cutting the pipe.
Our articulating bursting heads are years ahead of the competition.
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Our HDPE SDR-17 debeader removes the inner bead easily with the aid of some 1/2″ black iron pipe and cordless drill.
4 inch SDR 17 Pipe
*Pipe and Cordless drill not included
