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UCT 2011
Read More »February 15, 2011
It was off to a promising start... This year's UCT exhibition returned to Houston, TX after the last few years saw it in places such as Tampa, FL and San Antonio, TX. Upon first impression, the show looked like it was going to be the best in years. It was much larger, and vendors that had previously abandoned the show had returned to exhibit once more.Looking Back at 2010
Read More »December 29, 2010
2010 was a year of hope for most people. The previous two years of steady economic hardship had steadily worn away at many people's lives, and the first glimmers of stabilization began to emerge.Section 179 Tax Deductions for 2010
Read More »November 3, 2010
Important tax benefit for purchasing depreciating assets may be approaching sunset. Section 179 of the United States Tax Code has offered a substantial increase of potential tax savings and credits in 2010 that is set to expire December 31. Prospective buyers should act now as the future is uncertain for this cost saving opportunity.The State of the Used HDD Marketplace
Read More »October 8, 2010
The Global Economic Downturn has affected almost every corner of the globe, with some areas having been affected to a far greater degree than others. Countries that had previously seen unprecedented growth in the trenchless industry saw a sudden cease of work in that area altogether. Contractors who had drilling contracts in hand one minute suddenly found them evaporate the next. Almost overnight, the landscape of the entire industry changed.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.
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