Core Drilling
IG Drilling has over 10 years of history in surface coring drilling. By combining our global team expertise with our diverse fleet of surface coring rigs and equipment, we meet even the toughest project requirements. To achieve the best solution for the job, our team of experienced and professionals work tirelessly to understand your project scope and objectives as well as the ground and site conditions. With this information, we will recommend a custom-fit & cost-effective approach for your project(s) to meet the requirements that will exceed your expectations.
At IG Drilling we strive to provide:
- A complete range of core sizes, from BQ to PQ and larger
- Highly-trained, experienced, and locally certified crews
- Industry-leading core recovery and penetration rates
- Directional motoring at deep capacities to intercept any target
- Integrated core orientation (ACT)
- Geotechnical related drilling & Piezometer installations
- Slim Hole temperature gradient well installation
- Preparation and implementation of Site-Specific Safety Health & Safety Plans (SSHASPs)
- Online cost control & daily tour reporting
- Deep Drilling
IG Drillings’ in-house experts possess the technical knowledge and experience in multiple surface coring drilling techniques to provide solutions for whatever your drilling project requires. For example, experience in utilizing state-of-art blow out protection technology and equipment, IG Global is uniquely qualified for geothermal projects to effectively drill in high-temperature / high-pressure formations. IG Global also offers fly drill capabilities with the largest global fleet of Heli-portable rigs and equipment for greenfield or projects not accessible by land.
Diverse Fleet
We have the right rig with the right configurations for your next project. Our diverse fleet of rigs includes various sizes, depth capacities, mounting options, and winterization options. Mounting options include skid, track, specialty, and modular for fly capabilities – for equipment completely customized for the project.
| Rig Type | Depth / NQ | Depth / HQ | Depth / PQ | Rig Type | Angle Capable | Heli-Portable | Rig Weight | Wireline Pullback |
| CS 10 | 3087′ | 2315′ | 1544′ | Track | 45-90º | Y | ~12130# | ~12000# |
| CS 14 | 4000′ | 2624′ | 1568′ | Track or Trailer | 45-90º | Y | ~26500# | ~18000# |
| CS 500 | 1777′ | 1333′ | 975′ | Trailer | 45-90º | Y | ~5000# | ~8000# |
| AR 250 | 14,000’+ | 10,500’+ | 7600’+ | Trailer | 45-90º | Y | ~50000# | ~65000# |