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Stepping Up for Our Planet: World Environment Day 🌍🌱Today, June 5th, we mark World Environment Day—a global call to move...
06/05/2026

Stepping Up for Our Planet: World Environment Day 🌍🌱

Today, June 5th, we mark World Environment Day—a global call to move past the noise and take real, decisive action for our planet.

This year’s focus on Climate Action is a powerful reminder that the Earth is sending us urgent signals. It’s no longer a question of if change is happening, but how we choose to guide it. From the innovative tech being implemented in our industry to the daily steps we all take to reduce our footprint, every action counts. 📈⚡

At Drilling Equipment Resources, we believe in the power of "positive tipping points." By prioritizing data-driven maintenance that extends the life of your equipment, supporting legacy rigs to reduce manufacturing waste, and focusing on efficient, precision drilling, we’re doing our part to send a positive signal back to the Earth. 🛠️🦾

Whether you’re in the shop or out on a job site, today is a great day to ask: What can we do to make our operation cleaner, more efficient, and more sustainable?
Let’s keep working together to steer this world in a healthier, safer direction. How are you and your team taking climate action this year? Share your thoughts below! 👇

Is It Time for a Filter Swap? 🛢️🔍Take a quick look at our filter shelf today—it’s stocked and ready to go! Most of these...
06/03/2026

Is It Time for a Filter Swap? 🛢️🔍

Take a quick look at our filter shelf today—it’s stocked and ready to go! Most of these are safely boxed up or wrapped, but we wanted to share a friendly reminder: Don’t let a dirty filter slow down your rig. 🚜💨

We see it all too often in the shop: a machine running sluggish or overheating, all because a filter was pushed a few hours past its limit. A clean filter is one of the most cost-effective ways to protect your engine and hydraulic system from harmful debris. 🛡️✨

Quick Maintenance Tip: Check your service logs! If you’re getting close to your recommended change interval, don’t wait until the next breakdown. Grab a fresh filter and keep your equipment running at peak performance.

Need to check your stock or pick up a replacement? Send us a message or stop by the shop. We’ll make sure you have exactly what you need to keep your program running smoothly.

Turn-Key Power: Completely Rebuilt 2000 T3W Drill Rig! 🏗️💎Looking for modern performance at a fraction of the cost? This...
06/01/2026

Turn-Key Power: Completely Rebuilt 2000 T3W Drill Rig! 🏗️💎

Looking for modern performance at a fraction of the cost? This completely rebuilt 2000 T3W is a professional-grade, turn-key solution engineered for precision. Remounted on an upgraded 2007 Freightliner with brand-new tires, this rig is ready to roll straight to your job site!

Engineering Excellence:
Air Power: High-performance 900/350 compressor balanced for both DTH and rotary drilling.
Precision Control: Equipped with Torque Limit Control and a Water Injection system to ensure hole stability and protect your tooling.
Built for Reach: The 38 ft. tower offers excellent clearance, while 30K of pullback provides the muscle for deep-hole applications.
Efficiency: Features an integrated jib boom for easy handling and a 4.5” x 20’ rod carousel for lightning-fast rod changes.
Outfitted for the Field: This rig doesn’t just drill, it works smarter. With high-quality aluminum platforms, a dedicated rod box, and a robust chassis, it’s designed for safety, longevity, and high daily production.

Don't wait for a new build—grab this rebuilt workhorse and maximize your ROI today! 📈 Contact Drilling Equipment Resources to schedule your inspection! 📞

➡️918-895-6759 or Sales@DrillingEquipmentResources☎️

Introducing the DER Hydraulic Breakout Machine! 🛠️💥Big things are rolling out of our shop! Drilling Equipment Resources ...
05/29/2026

Introducing the DER Hydraulic Breakout Machine! 🛠️💥

Big things are rolling out of our shop! Drilling Equipment Resources is proud to introduce the very first product from our brand-new engineering and manufacturing division: a cost-effective, robust Hydraulic Breakout Machine! 🏗️⚙️

Developed in response to a long-standing industry need, this machine is specifically built for the field so you can safely and efficiently break and torque downhole hammers and larger tooling right on your job site. No more struggling in the field, this beast brings the shop power to you.

Engineered under the leadership of our own Derek Anderson (bringing 30 years of industry experience to the design table), this machine packs a massive punch in a compact package. We are in the process of manufacturing the very first one right now. Don't wait! Contact your local salesman today to get the full technical specs and pricing! 📞💼

➡️918-895-6759 or Sales@DrillingEquipmentResources☎️
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Safety First: A Rig Recovery Mission 🛡️🏗️We recently helped a customer bring a rig back home, but what we found when we ...
05/27/2026

Safety First: A Rig Recovery Mission 🛡️🏗️

We recently helped a customer bring a rig back home, but what we found when we arrived was a stark reminder of why professional equipment handling is so critical.
First, the rig had been left abandoned at a truck stop rather than being properly returned. More importantly, the contractors left the pipe screwed into the mast—a massive safety violation. 🛑🙅‍♂️

Here is why that is a "no-go": When a rig is in motion, a pipe left in the mast can unscrew itself due to vibration. That’s exactly what happened here. A loose pipe inside a moving mast is an incredibly dangerous hazard; it can fall out during transport, leading to catastrophic injury or worse.

Our team had to jump into action to make things safe. Derek and our shop helper, Jackson, performed a "surgical" extraction using a crane. The biggest challenge? Finding the pipe's exact center of balance while it was still inside the mast so we could lift it out steadily without it shifting or dropping.

It took some creative rigging and a lot of patience, but we got the pipe out and the rig secured. We’re glad we could help our customer get their equipment back in one piece—and more importantly, keep everyone on the road safe.

Remember: taking shortcuts with safety isn't just "unprofessional"—it’s dangerous. Do it right, every time. 🛠️✨

Honoring the Brave & Remembering Their SacrificeThis Memorial Day, the team at Drilling Equipment Resources stops to hon...
05/25/2026

Honoring the Brave & Remembering Their Sacrifice

This Memorial Day, the team at Drilling Equipment Resources stops to honor and remember the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Their courage and dedication are the foundation of the freedoms we enjoy today. 🎖️✨

In observance of the holiday, our shop and office will be closed on Monday, May 25th, in observance of this federal holiday.

We will be back at it and ready to help you with all your drilling needs first thing Tuesday morning! 🦾

We hope you have a safe and meaningful holiday weekend.

The Classic Professional’s Choice: 1979 Portadrill 524/2! 🏗️💧Looking for a straightforward, mechanical rig with a legend...
05/22/2026

The Classic Professional’s Choice: 1979 Portadrill 524/2! 🏗️💧

Looking for a straightforward, mechanical rig with a legendary track record? The Portadrill 524/2 remains a staple in the water well industry, built for contractors who value reliability and the tactile feedback that only a classic rotary table drive can provide.

Proven Power & Performance:
Engine: The bulletproof Caterpillar 3208 Diesel, known for its durability and easy maintenance.
Transmission: 8 LL (Low-Low) gearing, providing the massive torque needed for difficult sites and heavy drilling loads.
Tactile Control: Experience the reliable rotary performance that seasoned drillers prefer.
Versatility for Air or Mud: This rig is a true dual-threat, ready for any geological challenge:
Mud System: Rugged 5 ½ x 8 Gardner Denver duplex pump for traditional fluid-rotary jobs.
Air System: Dependable Atlas Copco compressor for DTH hammer or air-rotary work.
Maximum Flow: 3-inch plumbing paired with a 2.5-inch swivel ensures high-volume delivery to the bit.
Complete Well Development: Equipped with a sand line/bailing drum, this Portadrill is perfect for more than just making holes. It’s an ideal machine for cleaning out wells, setting screens, and performing maintenance on existing boreholes. 🛠️

Don’t miss this chance to add a mechanical workhorse to your fleet! Contact Drilling Equipment Resources today for more details! 📞

➡️918-895-6759 or Sales@DrillingEquipmentResources☎️

📧 Stay in the Loop: The DER Newsletter!Don’t get left in the dust! If you missed our first monthly newsletter last month...
05/20/2026

📧 Stay in the Loop: The DER Newsletter!

Don’t get left in the dust! If you missed our first monthly newsletter last month, you missed out on some major company news, vital water well resources, and a first look at our recently acquired used equipment. 🚜💨

We’re already gearing up for the next edition, which will be hitting inboxes in just over a week!

Why should you subscribe?
Beyond the monthly updates, we’re packing future issues with:
Pro Equipment Tips: Get more life out of your bits and hammers. 🛠️
Industry Interviews: Insights from the folks in the field. 🎙️
Company Sneak Peeks: See what’s happening behind the scenes in the shop. 🔍
Exclusive Inventory Alerts: Be the first to know when new gear arrives.

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Instruction Manuals vs. Shop Reality 🛠️🤨If you stopped by the shop lately, you might have seen our shop truck looking a ...
05/18/2026

Instruction Manuals vs. Shop Reality 🛠️🤨

If you stopped by the shop lately, you might have seen our shop truck looking a little... deconstructed.

We needed to get a gooseneck hitch installed to meet a specific delivery requirement, but since this was the only truck in the fleet without one, it was time for some "truck surgery." 🚑🔧

Now, according to the official instructions, you’re supposedly able to install this hitch without removing the bed. But after looking at the clearance, Steve and Derek are calling foul. Unless you happen to be a "secret little tiny guy" who can teleport hardware into 2-inch gaps, that bed had to come off! 🛑🙅‍♂️

In fact, the bed has been off and on multiple times now to make sure everything is shimmed, bolted, and reinforced exactly right. We don’t just "slide things under"—we make sure it’s done to the standard our customers expect.

It might have taken a few extra lifts, but we’re officially road-ready and gooseneck-equipped!

What’s the "easiest" repair you’ve ever done that turned into a weekend-long project? Let’s hear your shop horror stories in the comments! 👇

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