The Importance of Drilling Bentonite in the Construction and Oil Industries

Drilling bentonite is used in trenchless technology applications, such as horizontal directional drilling (HDD). In HDD, drilling bentonite helps to form a slurry that keeps the borehole clean while the drilling tool creates a path underground for utilities, pipes, or cables. The ability of drilling bentonite to form a thick gel also makes it suitable for use in situations where traditional trenching methods are not viable due to space constraints or environmental considerations.