One of the most hotly debated topics in America today is the drilling process known as hydraulic fracturing, commonly referred to as "fracking," and the benefits and risks proponents and opponents associated with the practice.
My
recent trip to Las Vegas for the National Ground Water Association Expo-my
first big industry show-left me with a great first impression of the industry
and a lot to think about.
With
the 2012 National Ground Water Association (NGWA) Groundwater Expo set for Dec.
4-7 in Las Vegas, I have decided to write a few thoughts about previous NGWA
conventions that I have attended.
There are many small, portable drilling machines
manufactured all over the world that I would classify as wannabe drills-drills
that are purchased by well-meaning nonprofit charities, church groups and
others to drill water wells in developing countries.
The
simplest method of starting a three-phase pump motor is by closing a contactor
and allowing the motor to start at full voltage, or “across-the-line,” as it is
called.