Direct Pullback

Ditch Witch Compatibility Guide

It's common for drillers to have two or more drills from different brands. And while it's hinted that you should stick with OEM replacement parts, those parts aren't always the best option.

3 Reasons to Use an HDD Pullback Device

HDD pipe pullback might be the most important step of the process since it involves installing the pipe as intended to complete the project. As a driller or contractor, planning is crucial — especially if you want to be efficient.

2018: The Year We Pushed HDD Even Further

Our engineers have been busy designing and tweaking some exciting new HDD equipment that has finally made its way into the hands of drillers. We’d like to share the stories behind our breakthrough HDD tooling solutions from 2018.

Why Should I Consider Non-OEM HDD Tooling?

Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are great at producing the standard equipment for the HDD industry, but are they the best choice for your ongoing HDD tooling needs? The answer might surprise you.

How to Avoid a Sticky Situation When Backreaming in Clay

Use the wrong type of reamer or try to rush your job and you end up with a balled-up reamer that feels like trying to pull a giant golf ball out through the hole.

How to Properly Select & Measure a Reamer for Your Job

HDD reamers need to be the right size for the job or you can leave a void around your pipe or stress the pipe during pullback. We’ll share our expert tips on how to measure HDD reamers and how to determine the right backreamer for your job.

How To Make Your Directional Drilling Backreamer Last Longer

In this guide, we'll show you how to keep your directional drilling backreamer in the best shape possible to improve your return on investment with this important tool.

The Fastback System in HDD: A Lighter Job Site Presence

The engineers at Melfred Borzall saw the need to increase boring efficiency and stepped up to the plate by designing the patented FastBack® System to help drillers get the job done quickly and effectively.

Choosing the Right Backreamer Tool for the Job

Backreamers are the workhorse of every HDD drilling operation. However, when using the default reamer in situations where a specialized reamer would increase production, you’ll lose time… or even a tool.

Melfred Borzall Adds New Transmitter Housing For Mini Drill Rigs

For Immediate Release: June 06, 2016