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HDD Equipment Overview 2010
Read More »August 31, 2010
"May you live in interesting times." It's an old curse that has certainly held true for many people and companies over the last year.Taking the Pulse of the HDD Market
Read More »July 1, 2010
One thing the horizontal directional drilling (HDD) community has learned is that the HDD market is resilient. After bouncing back from a crushing recession in the early 2000s, the HDD market took another body blow - as did the rest of the construction industry - in 2008 when the worldwide construction market tanked.Shipping Equipment by Truck
Read More »March 31, 2010
So, you've found the perfect package and now you need to get it to your shop. The most cost-effective method for shipping (in most cases) is to ship by trucking service.What does the Google Fiber Optic Experiment mean to the Trenchless Industry?
Read More »March 18, 2010
Last month, Google announced its plans to build an experimental fiber-to-the-home network in select cities that would offer unprecedented internet speeds - about 100 times faster than what most Americans have today.A Review of UCT 2010
Read More »January 26, 2010
I'm thankful to say that the continuing optimism that we are seeing and hearing from our customers and vendors alike was mirrored in the attendance and quality of the recent Underground Construction Technology Exhibition that took place in Tampa, FL last week.Tips When Receiving Freight Off a Truck
Read More »January 15, 2010
Just a reminder on a few points for you and your customers when receiving freight off a truck. Hopefully, by taking these extra few minutes in receiving your freight, you can protect your investment and enjoy the equipment that you have purchased.Supplying the Demand
Read More »January 1, 2010
In order for any project to be a success, the right combination of a good crew and equipment is needed. All the jobsite know-how goes out the window without the right machines for the task at hand. Although equipment is a necessary component, sometimes a shiny, brand new machine isn't in the cards.Happy Holidays from HDD Broker!
Read More »December 23, 2009
HDD Broker would like to wish all of our customers.. Past, Present and Future... a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!Announcing a New Way to Buy from HDD Broker!
Read More »November 6, 2009
HDD Broker is proud to announce the launch of a new and exciting way to buy from the largest and most comprehensive used HDD company in the world!ICUEE Follow Up - Louisville, Kentucky 2009
Read More »October 23, 2009
Amongst the dire news of a stumbling economy, the attendance at the ICUEE show in Louisville, Kentucky was refreshingly good. There was a pervading sense of overall optimism that helped keep the show upbeat.Trenchless Australasia 2009
Read More »October 9, 2009
Well I've just returned after a long, long (long) journey back from lovely, overcast Melbourne, Australia for the Trenchless 2009 Trade show and exhibition. I thought I'd offer a bit of a summary of what we saw, did and accomplished while we were down there!The Changing Demands of the Mid-sized Drilling Contractor
Read More »August 1, 2009
These changing economic times have certainly thrown the world on its ear, in some places more than others. Contracts have been delayed or shut down altogether, and in areas where the work does exist the ability for a contractor to obtain funds for the purchase of equipment to complete the work has diminished substantially. Through all of this, however, the needs and wants of the contractor remain unchanged. Manufacturers have, over time, invested considerable time, energy and resources in to the evolution of the HDD drill, and we have seen the results over the last few years.Strategic Partnership and Business Expansion Caters to the Australasian Market
Read More »August 1, 2009
It is the goal of every successful company to not just serve their customers, but to excel at doing so by catering to the specific needs of their clients. The world is a very large place, made smaller by things such as the internet, however there are specific territorial, cultural and business concerns for each geographical area and it is difficult for one company to handle each area with equal ability.Trenchless embraces social media
Read More »October 1, 2009
Trenchless companies around the world are creating an online presence via websites, and social networking sites such as Twitter and Facebook to promote their products and services to a broader market.HDD Broker launches new Australasia websites
Read More »October 1, 2009
HDD Broker has launched two new Australasian specific websites after having secured a new alliance with JB Attachments Group, trading as JB Sales International in Australia.Brokering expansion in Australasia
Read More »September 1, 2009
HDDBroker is pursuing strategic partnerships and business expansion to cater to the Australasian market. It is the goal of every successful company to not just serve their customers, but to excel at doing so by catering to the specific needs of their clients.The Evolution of the HDD Contractor: The Changing Needs and Wants In Today's HDD Marketplace
Read More »July 16, 2009
As an individual who has constant contact with contractors from all over the world on a daily basis, I have a somewhat unique take on just what exactly it is that the average contractor is looking for in HDD equipment. Our customer base here at HDDBroker includes hundreds of contractors in dozens of countries from around the world, giving us a broad spectrum of companies to compare against.Hard Times Show Exactly What You're Made Of
Read More »July 1, 2009
"In prosperity, our friends know us; in adversity, we know our friends." by John Churton Collins. The quote is absolutely true, and no more applicable than in these challenging economic times. The quote was brought to focus for me recently when we did a transaction with a vendor of used tooling that we'd had frequent dealings with in the past.Tips For Selling Used HDD Equipment
Read More »June 1, 2009
Buyers of used HDD equipment want to get a quality drill at the best possible price. On the other hand, sellers hope to move equipment at a price that matches its value. What can sellers do to get top dollar?Maximizing The Value, Marketability Of Used Rigs
Read More »June 1, 2009
Along with most segments of the economy, the horizontal directional drilling (HDD) industry is seriously affected by a worldwide recession.
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