Rapid urbanization quickly led to a decrease in the availability of free space. Thus, utilities, like power cables, were moved from overhead to underground. While it cleared the landscape a…
The idea of horizontal drilling might seem silly – how can you drill horizontally (sideways)? Well, it most certainly is a thing, and if you are in some sort of…
A hydrovac truck is one of the safest and most efficient ways to excavate. Do you ever wonder what one of our trucks might uncover on a job site? It’s…
Rippin Edge is a local hydrovac contractor serving Bonnyville, Cold Lake, and St. Paul. With a focus on quality service, well-maintained trucks and equipment, trained teams, rapid dispatch, and completing…
The Christmas season is almost upon us and that means your social calendar is filling up fast. Whether you are throwing your own Christmas party or attending a partner’s company…
You’ve heard the words before: “shop local.” But why does this matter? Today we will discuss why it’s important to hire contractors that are invested in their communities. Rippin Edge…
Maybe we are a little bit biased, but we like to think that the site of a hydrovac truck inspires awe and wonder. However, whether you are impressed by these…
What is horizontal drilling? Not all deposits of oil and gas are easy to access. When the deposit is abnormally shaped or cannot be accessed by vertical drilling, horizontal (also…
Hydrovacing is the process of excavating using a high-pressure water jet and a powerful vacuum. The soil – even difficult soil like hard packed clay or frozen dirt – is…
You know the saying – not all heroes wear capes. However, did you know that sometimes they wear coveralls and drive a really big truck? Sometimes the hero you need…
