Using the rod handler to run the Geoprobe® Weighted Wireline with the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
A two-man field team used the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig to continuous core to 350 ft. with the Geoprobe® 6.0 in. Weighted Wireline and achieved 100 percent recovery.
A sample is collected into core bags using the weighted wireline system and the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Geoprobe® GV5 Sonic Head with 50K Dynamic Force on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Angle Drilling with the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
8x10 sonic sampling with the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
6x8 Sonic Sampling through crushed rock using indexing racks and the rod handler on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
The Geoprobe® 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig easily ships worldwide as it fits fully assembled in a 40 ft. shipping container (complete with rod handler and sonic head).
The head side shift on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig allows the sonic head, coring head, and drop hammer to be easily aligned over the hole.
Geoprobe® 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Geoprobe® GV5 Sonic Head on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Hands-Free Rod Handling System on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Auto Drop Hammer on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
High Speed Coring Head on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Dual Winches on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Double Wrench Breakout on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Swing Arm Control Panel on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Outriggers for stabilization on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
The sonic head, coring head, and auto drop hammer can shift to center on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Unloading the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig from a shipping container.
Using the rod handler to run the Geoprobe® Weighted Wireline with the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
A two-man field team used the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig to continuous core to 350 ft. with the Geoprobe® 6.0 in. Weighted Wireline and achieved 100 percent recovery.
A sample is collected into core bags using the weighted wireline system and the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Geoprobe® GV5 Sonic Head with 50K Dynamic Force on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Angle Drilling with the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
8x10 sonic sampling with the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
6x8 Sonic Sampling through crushed rock using indexing racks and the rod handler on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
The Geoprobe® 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig easily ships worldwide as it fits fully assembled in a 40 ft. shipping container (complete with rod handler and sonic head).
The head side shift on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig allows the sonic head, coring head, and drop hammer to be easily aligned over the hole.
Full-Size Rotary Sonic Drill Rig with 50K Dynamic Force
The 8150LS is a full-size sonic drill rig that delivers big sonic power to the customer. Designed and built as a direct response to requests from large, multi-national companies, the new sonic rig can continuously sample and set casing in excess of 300 ft. (90 m) in a wide range of formations. All parts of the Sonic Rigs focus on safety, efficiency and accuracy in order to help make the job successful. You can sample multiple geologic formations, including consolidated materials (rock), glacial till, and backfill rubble.
Full-Size Rotary Sonic Drill Rig with 50K Dynamic Force
The 8150LS is a full-size sonic drill rig that delivers big sonic power to the customer. Designed and built as a direct response to requests from large, multi-national companies, the new sonic rig can continuously sample and set casing in excess of 300 ft. (90 m) in a wide range of formations. All parts of the Sonic Rigs focus on safety, efficiency and accuracy in order to help make the job successful. You can sample multiple geologic formations, including consolidated materials (rock), glacial till, and backfill rubble.
Click on a section below to learn more about the features and options of the 8150LS.
Geoprobe® 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
The Geoprobe® 8150LS is a powerful, safe, efficient, and accurate full size rotary sonic rig. It has many highly productive features and configurations for success in the field. Two-man drill crews can collect high quality samples and complete multiple applications in a single boring. The 8150LS is capable of working with tooling diameters of up to 12 inches and lengths of up to 10 feet. It delivers big sonic power to advance large diameter tools to greater depths and gives you the control necessary to complete complex holes. Continuous samples can be collected in multiple geologic formations, including consolidated materials, glacial till, and backfill rubble. Geoprobe® sonic owners are successful in producing more high value holes while retrieving more accurate subsurface data.
Safety Features
The rod-handling system increases productivity while decreasing operator fatigue. This powerful system can safely handle large diameter 1.5 m and 3 m rods and casings, minimizing heavy lifting and manual effort. Adjustable angles also permit precise head alignment.
The adjustable, easy-to-use control system features an operator presence bar and emergency stop for operator safety. Multiple emergency stops are located around the rig and on the wireless and tethered remote systems. The control panel also features an integrated systems display that provides real-time systems analysis and a suite of built-in diagnostic tools. The swing-arm controls swings freely from the rig and lets the operator be in the position needed to help align a rod or to be at a safe, comfortable distance away from a spinning drill string.
Video: GV5 Sonic Head
Geoprobe® GV5 Sonic Head on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
The 8150LS features the Geoprobe® designed and manufactured GV5 sonic head. The 50,000 pound dynamic force has the power to advance up to 12 inch diameter tooling. And with 4,000 foot pounds at 90 rpm, the 2-speed rotation drive has the torque needed to maintain rotation in tight formations.
The GV5 sonic head includes a centerline side shift function, which moves the head to the side so you can work inside the tool string without moving the mast or re-positioning the machine. This allows the driller to easily access the casing with the dual pivoting winch mast.
An optional coring head and auto drop hammer can be mounted onto the head carrier next to the sonic head. These items can be accessed independently at any time by side shifting over the tool string.
Video: Sonic Rod Handling System
Hands-Free Rod Handling System on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
The optional rod handling system increases safety and productivity, while decreasing operator fatigue. This powerful system can safely handle large diameter, 5- and 10-ft. rods and casings, minimizing heavy lifting and manual effort. Adjustable angles permit precise head alignment.
Video: Automatic Drop Hammer Overview
Auto Drop Hammer on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
An optional automatic drop hammer can be mounted onto the head carrier next to the sonic head. The drop hammer can be accessed independently at any time by side shifting over the tool string.
Video: High Speed Coring Head
High Speed Coring Head on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
The switchover from sonic to high-speed coring is easy, taking less than five minutes in the field.
The optional coring head mounts onto the side of the GV5 sonic head. It moves into place by side shifting the head. The coring head is capable of 800 rpm with 540 ft-lbs of torque in forward and 720 ft-lbs of torque in reverse for breaking tool joints.
Also, the high-speed coring head incorporates a side-feed swivel, and is setup to work with our floating subs. The floating subs have 2 inches of travel simplifying make-up with the tool string. Thread options include: AWJ, NWJ, NWL, HWL, or PWL connections.
Video: 8150LS Winches
Dual Winches on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
The standard winch on the 8150LS has 100 ft. of 5/16-in. cable and has 2,500 lbs. of line pull. The optional secondary winch (1/4-in. cable) is capable of 1,800 lbs. of line pull and has a capacity of 425 ft. It is also equiped with a quick change, which allows you to switch from a hook to an overshot.
Video: 14-in. Double Wrench Breakout
Double Wrench Breakout on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
With 13,500 ft-lbf of breakout torque, the 14 in. double wrench breakout on the 8150LS has the power needed to break joints. It is compatible with casing sizes from 2 in. to 14 in. and offers 9 in. of vertical travel.
Video: Swing Arm Control Panel
Swing Arm Control Panel on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
The adjustable, swing arm control panel features an intuitive layout that allows the operator to perform multiple tasks effortlessly. Speeds, feeds, and pumps can be precisely dialed in with the electronic controls. The control panel swings freely from the rig and gives the driller the flexibility to help be in the position needed to help align a rod or to be at a comfortable distance away from a spinning drill string.
An integrated systems display on the control panel provides real-time monitoring of machine parameters and a suite of built-in diagnostic tools. The control panel features an operator presence bar and emergency stop for added safety. Also included are system safeguards that protect the main engine and hydraulic components when important operational parameters are compromised.
Outriggers for stabilization on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Front and rear outriggers on the 8150LS are adjustable and allow the operator to help stabilize and level the machine on unlevel terrain.
Video: Drill Mast Movements
The sonic head, coring head, and auto drop hammer can shift to center on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
The centerline side shift function moves the head side-to-side so you can work inside the diameter of the rod without moving the foot or repositioning the machine.
Not only does the drill mast move fore and aft relative to the track base, it can also be shifted left to right, up and down, and run at angles up to 45 degrees off of vertical.
Unloading the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig from a shipping container.
The Geoprobe® 8150LS easily ships worldwide because it fits fully assembled (complete with rod handler and sonic head) in a 40 ft. shipping container.
Remote diagnostics on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Wireless remote diagnostics for real-time systems monitoring allows the Geoprobe® Service & Engineering Teams to help drillers minimize downtime.
Features & Options
Geoprobe® 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Video: 8150LS Overview
The Geoprobe® 8150LS is a powerful, safe, efficient, and accurate full size rotary sonic rig. It has many highly productive features and configurations for success in the field. Two-man drill crews can collect high quality samples and complete multiple applications in a single boring. The 8150LS is capable of working with tooling diameters of up to 12 inches and lengths of up to 10 feet. It delivers big sonic power to advance large diameter tools to greater depths and gives you the control necessary to complete complex holes. Continuous samples can be collected in multiple geologic formations, including consolidated materials, glacial till, and backfill rubble. Geoprobe® sonic owners are successful in producing more high value holes while retrieving more accurate subsurface data.
Safety Features
The rod-handling system increases productivity while decreasing operator fatigue. This powerful system can safely handle large diameter 1.5 m and 3 m rods and casings, minimizing heavy lifting and manual effort. Adjustable angles also permit precise head alignment.
The adjustable, easy-to-use control system features an operator presence bar and emergency stop for operator safety. Multiple emergency stops are located around the rig and on the wireless and tethered remote systems. The control panel also features an integrated systems display that provides real-time systems analysis and a suite of built-in diagnostic tools. The swing-arm controls swings freely from the rig and lets the operator be in the position needed to help align a rod or to be at a safe, comfortable distance away from a spinning drill string.
Geoprobe® GV5 Sonic Head
Geoprobe® GV5 Sonic Head on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Video: GV5 Sonic Head
The 8150LS features the Geoprobe® designed and manufactured GV5 sonic head. The 50,000 pound dynamic force has the power to advance up to 12 inch diameter tooling. And with 4,000 foot pounds at 90 rpm, the 2-speed rotation drive has the torque needed to maintain rotation in tight formations.
The GV5 sonic head includes a centerline side shift function, which moves the head to the side so you can work inside the tool string without moving the mast or re-positioning the machine. This allows the driller to easily access the casing with the dual pivoting winch mast.
An optional coring head and auto drop hammer can be mounted onto the head carrier next to the sonic head. These items can be accessed independently at any time by side shifting over the tool string.
Geoprobe® Designed Rod Handling System
Hands-Free Rod Handling System on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Video: Sonic Rod Handling System
The optional rod handling system increases safety and productivity, while decreasing operator fatigue. This powerful system can safely handle large diameter, 5- and 10-ft. rods and casings, minimizing heavy lifting and manual effort. Adjustable angles permit precise head alignment.
Auto Drop Hammer Compatible (SPT)
Auto Drop Hammer on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Video: Automatic Drop Hammer Overview
An optional automatic drop hammer can be mounted onto the head carrier next to the sonic head. The drop hammer can be accessed independently at any time by side shifting over the tool string.
High Speed Coring Head for Sonic
High Speed Coring Head on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Video: High Speed Coring Head
The switchover from sonic to high-speed coring is easy, taking less than five minutes in the field.
The optional coring head mounts onto the side of the GV5 sonic head. It moves into place by side shifting the head. The coring head is capable of 800 rpm with 540 ft-lbs of torque in forward and 720 ft-lbs of torque in reverse for breaking tool joints.
Also, the high-speed coring head incorporates a side-feed swivel, and is setup to work with our floating subs. The floating subs have 2 inches of travel simplifying make-up with the tool string. Thread options include: AWJ, NWJ, NWL, HWL, or PWL connections.
Dual Winch System
Dual Winches on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Video: 8150LS Winches
The standard winch on the 8150LS has 100 ft. of 5/16-in. cable and has 2,500 lbs. of line pull. The optional secondary winch (1/4-in. cable) is capable of 1,800 lbs. of line pull and has a capacity of 425 ft. It is also equiped with a quick change, which allows you to switch from a hook to an overshot.
14-in. Double Wrench Breakout
Double Wrench Breakout on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Video: 14-in. Double Wrench Breakout
With 13,500 ft-lbf of breakout torque, the 14 in. double wrench breakout on the 8150LS has the power needed to break joints. It is compatible with casing sizes from 2 in. to 14 in. and offers 9 in. of vertical travel.
Adjustable Swing-Arm Control Panel
Swing Arm Control Panel on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Video: Swing Arm Control Panel
The adjustable, swing arm control panel features an intuitive layout that allows the operator to perform multiple tasks effortlessly. Speeds, feeds, and pumps can be precisely dialed in with the electronic controls. The control panel swings freely from the rig and gives the driller the flexibility to help be in the position needed to help align a rod or to be at a comfortable distance away from a spinning drill string.
An integrated systems display on the control panel provides real-time monitoring of machine parameters and a suite of built-in diagnostic tools. The control panel features an operator presence bar and emergency stop for added safety. Also included are system safeguards that protect the main engine and hydraulic components when important operational parameters are compromised.
Front and Rear Outriggers (Four Point Stabilization)
Outriggers for stabilization on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Front and rear outriggers on the 8150LS are adjustable and allow the operator to help stabilize and level the machine on unlevel terrain.
Head Centerline Side Shift, Extend, Drill Mast Dump, Breakout Vertical Shift, Drill Mast Side-Shift
The sonic head, coring head, and auto drop hammer can shift to center on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Video: Drill Mast Movements
The centerline side shift function moves the head side-to-side so you can work inside the diameter of the rod without moving the foot or repositioning the machine.
Not only does the drill mast move fore and aft relative to the track base, it can also be shifted left to right, up and down, and run at angles up to 45 degrees off of vertical.
Fits in a 40-ft. Shipping Container
Unloading the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig from a shipping container.
The Geoprobe® 8150LS easily ships worldwide because it fits fully assembled (complete with rod handler and sonic head) in a 40 ft. shipping container.
Remote Diagnostics
Remote diagnostics on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Wireless remote diagnostics for real-time systems monitoring allows the Geoprobe® Service & Engineering Teams to help drillers minimize downtime.
Tooling & Accessories
Click on a section below to learn more about the tooling & accessories for the 8150LS.
Geoprobe® Weighted Wireline System
We continue to design and manufacture our own Sonic product line which offers 8 x 10, 6 x 8, and 4 x 6 sampling and our exclusive dual tube sonic sampling and weighted wireline tools. Geoprobe® also offers different collection methods, such as collection bags or liners. With our sonic liner collection system, you can view the accurate depths from which a sample is pulled. Here is information on our various sampling methods:
We invest in state-of-the-art manufacturing processes to produce the widest array of sonic bits and sampling systems available for the sonic market, from conventional telescoping soil coring to dual tubing and face flush bits for rock coring. Our sonic tooling is engineered for ease of makeup and breakout with no galling or deforming in the thread area. Our sonic owners know with their rig purchase comes comprehensive training for rig operation and maintenance, and one-on-one, individual training for the use of tooling and the rig. We also provide the best sonic service support in the drilling industry. When our customers call with a need, we respond
Video: 4.5 in. HD Sonic Rods
Geoprobe® 4.5 in. Heavy Duty (HD) sonic drill rod (front) and traditional sonic drill rod (back).
The Geoprobe® 4.5 in. heavy duty (HD) sonic drill rods are significantly stronger than their traditional counterpart and manufactured at our facility in Salina, KS. They are engineered to withstand continuous use in harsh conditions and complement the 8150LS full-size sonic rig with 50K dynamic force, which was designed to continuously sample and set casing in excess of 300 ft. in a wide range of formations.
The Geoprobe® 4.5 in. HD tooling consists of two pieces – the sonic drill rod and the coupler. Its unique design incorporates break out flats into the coupler to minimize wear on the jaw pads when breaking tool joints apart. The two-piece design also saves tooling costs, allowing just the coupler to be replaced if the threads are damaged.
The rounded pin joint speeds up the stabbing of joints together for a faster connection. The tool joint also has a larger cross section, which helps strengthen the drill rod and maximize overall thread life.
Video: 6x8 Sampling Overview
Geoprobe Systems® 6x8 sonic sampling provides the operator a larger area to work with than the traditional 4x6 method. The operator can obtain a larger diameter sample if desired, but this casing combination is typically used to provide a larger hole, such as to set a monitoring well. When telescoping one casing over another it is important to consider your main objective to determine sampling size.
8x10 Sonic Sampling
The 8x10 sonic sampling system from Geoprobe® is the largest amongst our conventional sonic sampling systems. The Geoprobe® sonic casing family has been uniquely designed so that each incremental casing size works efficiently with the next. In this case, you will have the size needed to remove even more material from the subsurface.
Video: Geoprobe® SDT45 Sonic Sampling
The Geoprobe Systems® Sonic Dual Tube 45 (SDT45) is a unique and versatile sampling system that advances an outer casing and an inner soil sampler simultaneously. The SDT45 sample (3.0 in. diameter) is collected in a clear PVC liner providing a high quality representative sample. The 4.5 in. outer casing remains in the ground (cased hole) while the sample is retrieved with inner 2.25 in. probe rods. The system provides optional bits based upon geologic conditions (soils and rock) for more efficient sampling and recovery. The versatile SDT45 system can be used for many applications including, environmental sampling, varying types of well installations, cased hole applications, geotechnical borings, and exploration projects of numerous types.
Video: Geoprobe® Sonic Weighted Wireline Overview
Geoprobe® Weighted Wireline System
Designed to complement the Sonic Dual Tube 4.5 in. (SDT45) system for sonic applications, the SDT45 Weighted Wireline (WWL) system from Geoprobe® adds yet another innovative tool to the Geoprobe® sonic tool box. While conventional wireline systems with various latching mechanisms have proven themselves in the coring world, their adaptation to sonic applications has not been without its challenges.
Video: Sonic Double Wall 4.5 in. Overview
SDW45
The Sonic Double Wall 45 (SDW45) System was created as a compliment to the conventional Sonic 4x6 system. It is a simple and effective tooling system designed to obtain critical confirmatory rock or bedrock samples at the end of a boring, whether Sonic 4x6 or SDT45 is used. “The beauty of this system is that it is a minimalist system. With very few additional parts, you have another tool at your disposal,” said Joel Christy, Geoprobe® Tools Engineer. There are no real limitations to this system as it can be used for environmental, geotechnical, mineral explorations, and most projects where 4x6 is used. It can also be used in place of traditional sonic dual tube system when angled drilling is required.
SP60 Sonic Groundwater Sampler
The SP60 Sonic Groundwater Sampler is a packer based, deployable sampling system designed for collecting groundwater samples thru Geoprobe® 6 in. Casing. The system includes an inflatable packer, 2 in. Stainless Steel screen, and an inflation manifold assembly. The assembly is commonly deployed inside 6 in. casing with standard 2 in. schedule 40 PVC. The packer is inflated via flexible tubing, inflation valve assembly, and air supply (not included). Manual air pumps or a small air tank are common sources for the compressed air needed to inflate the packer.
Video: Indexing Rack for 10-foot Sonic Tooling
Geoprobe® Indexing Rack
With a few basic movements and one ‘touch’ of the drill stem, sonic tooling can be loaded into the rig’s rod loader, and the machine’s functions take over. The same can be said when tripping rods out of the borehole. The machine-based rod loader lowers the tooling to a position where once again a few basic movements and one ‘touch’ of the casing puts the tool safely back into the indexing rack until it’s needed for the next interval. The rack is adapatable to run 3.5-in. to 10-in. sonic casing in 10-ft. lengths.
Video: Spring Assisted Swivel Pull Cap Overview
2.25 in. Spring Assisted Pull Cap - Pin (Left) and Box (Right)
The 2.25 in. Spring Assisted Swivel Pull Cap is designed to reduce operator fatigue when adding or removing sections of rods to the inner tool string. The internal springs of the pull cap bear the weight of the rod string. With minimal effort, the operator can adjust the rod string up or down when threading or unthreading the rods. The natural self-alignment of the rod string prevents tipping off center and binding of the threads.
Tooling & Accessories
Overview
Geoprobe® Weighted Wireline System
Video: Weighted Wireline Overview
We continue to design and manufacture our own Sonic product line which offers 8 x 10, 6 x 8, and 4 x 6 sampling and our exclusive dual tube sonic sampling and weighted wireline tools. Geoprobe® also offers different collection methods, such as collection bags or liners. With our sonic liner collection system, you can view the accurate depths from which a sample is pulled. Here is information on our various sampling methods:
We invest in state-of-the-art manufacturing processes to produce the widest array of sonic bits and sampling systems available for the sonic market, from conventional telescoping soil coring to dual tubing and face flush bits for rock coring. Our sonic tooling is engineered for ease of makeup and breakout with no galling or deforming in the thread area. Our sonic owners know with their rig purchase comes comprehensive training for rig operation and maintenance, and one-on-one, individual training for the use of tooling and the rig. We also provide the best sonic service support in the drilling industry. When our customers call with a need, we respond
4x6 HD
Video: 4.5 in. HD Sonic Rods
Geoprobe® 4.5 in. Heavy Duty (HD) sonic drill rod (front) and traditional sonic drill rod (back).
The Geoprobe® 4.5 in. heavy duty (HD) sonic drill rods are significantly stronger than their traditional counterpart and manufactured at our facility in Salina, KS. They are engineered to withstand continuous use in harsh conditions and complement the 8150LS full-size sonic rig with 50K dynamic force, which was designed to continuously sample and set casing in excess of 300 ft. in a wide range of formations.
The Geoprobe® 4.5 in. HD tooling consists of two pieces – the sonic drill rod and the coupler. Its unique design incorporates break out flats into the coupler to minimize wear on the jaw pads when breaking tool joints apart. The two-piece design also saves tooling costs, allowing just the coupler to be replaced if the threads are damaged.
The rounded pin joint speeds up the stabbing of joints together for a faster connection. The tool joint also has a larger cross section, which helps strengthen the drill rod and maximize overall thread life.
Geoprobe Systems® 6x8 sonic sampling provides the operator a larger area to work with than the traditional 4x6 method. The operator can obtain a larger diameter sample if desired, but this casing combination is typically used to provide a larger hole, such as to set a monitoring well. When telescoping one casing over another it is important to consider your main objective to determine sampling size.
The 8x10 sonic sampling system from Geoprobe® is the largest amongst our conventional sonic sampling systems. The Geoprobe® sonic casing family has been uniquely designed so that each incremental casing size works efficiently with the next. In this case, you will have the size needed to remove even more material from the subsurface.
The Geoprobe Systems® Sonic Dual Tube 45 (SDT45) is a unique and versatile sampling system that advances an outer casing and an inner soil sampler simultaneously. The SDT45 sample (3.0 in. diameter) is collected in a clear PVC liner providing a high quality representative sample. The 4.5 in. outer casing remains in the ground (cased hole) while the sample is retrieved with inner 2.25 in. probe rods. The system provides optional bits based upon geologic conditions (soils and rock) for more efficient sampling and recovery. The versatile SDT45 system can be used for many applications including, environmental sampling, varying types of well installations, cased hole applications, geotechnical borings, and exploration projects of numerous types.
Designed to complement the Sonic Dual Tube 4.5 in. (SDT45) system for sonic applications, the SDT45 Weighted Wireline (WWL) system from Geoprobe® adds yet another innovative tool to the Geoprobe® sonic tool box. While conventional wireline systems with various latching mechanisms have proven themselves in the coring world, their adaptation to sonic applications has not been without its challenges.
The Sonic Double Wall 45 (SDW45) System was created as a compliment to the conventional Sonic 4x6 system. It is a simple and effective tooling system designed to obtain critical confirmatory rock or bedrock samples at the end of a boring, whether Sonic 4x6 or SDT45 is used. “The beauty of this system is that it is a minimalist system. With very few additional parts, you have another tool at your disposal,” said Joel Christy, Geoprobe® Tools Engineer. There are no real limitations to this system as it can be used for environmental, geotechnical, mineral explorations, and most projects where 4x6 is used. It can also be used in place of traditional sonic dual tube system when angled drilling is required.
The SP60 Sonic Groundwater Sampler is a packer based, deployable sampling system designed for collecting groundwater samples thru Geoprobe® 6 in. Casing. The system includes an inflatable packer, 2 in. Stainless Steel screen, and an inflation manifold assembly. The assembly is commonly deployed inside 6 in. casing with standard 2 in. schedule 40 PVC. The packer is inflated via flexible tubing, inflation valve assembly, and air supply (not included). Manual air pumps or a small air tank are common sources for the compressed air needed to inflate the packer.
With a few basic movements and one ‘touch’ of the drill stem, sonic tooling can be loaded into the rig’s rod loader, and the machine’s functions take over. The same can be said when tripping rods out of the borehole. The machine-based rod loader lowers the tooling to a position where once again a few basic movements and one ‘touch’ of the casing puts the tool safely back into the indexing rack until it’s needed for the next interval. The rack is adapatable to run 3.5-in. to 10-in. sonic casing in 10-ft. lengths.
2.25 in. Spring Assisted Pull Cap - Pin (Left) and Box (Right)
The 2.25 in. Spring Assisted Swivel Pull Cap is designed to reduce operator fatigue when adding or removing sections of rods to the inner tool string. The internal springs of the pull cap bear the weight of the rod string. With minimal effort, the operator can adjust the rod string up or down when threading or unthreading the rods. The natural self-alignment of the rod string prevents tipping off center and binding of the threads.
Using the rod handler to run the Geoprobe® Weighted Wireline with the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
A two-man field team used the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig to continuous core to 350 ft. with the Geoprobe® 6.0 in. Weighted Wireline and achieved 100 percent recovery.
A sample is collected into core bags using the weighted wireline system and the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Geoprobe® GV5 Sonic Head with 50K Dynamic Force on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Angle Drilling with the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
8x10 sonic sampling with the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
6x8 Sonic Sampling through crushed rock using indexing racks and the rod handler on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
The Geoprobe® 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig easily ships worldwide as it fits fully assembled in a 40 ft. shipping container (complete with rod handler and sonic head).
The head side shift on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig allows the sonic head, coring head, and drop hammer to be easily aligned over the hole.
Geoprobe® 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Geoprobe® GV5 Sonic Head on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Hands-Free Rod Handling System on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Auto Drop Hammer on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
High Speed Coring Head on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Dual Winches on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Double Wrench Breakout on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Swing Arm Control Panel on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Outriggers for stabilization on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
The sonic head, coring head, and auto drop hammer can shift to center on the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig
Unloading the 8150LS Sonic Drill Rig from a shipping container.
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