Vermeer Cutting-Edge product manager Cody Mecham explained: "In the past, HDD crews often chose to wait until the end of the shift to replace a worn-out drill sub-saver because of the time it takes traditional thread-locking compounds to cure. With Vermeer QuickLock epoxy, crews can replace the sub-saver, go to lunch and get back to drilling. This not only helps crews work efficiently but can help prevent thread damage to drill rods because worn sub savers are being replaced sooner."

Vermeer QuickLock epoxy comes in a convenient 2.3oz (65.2g) double-section plastic pack that keeps the resin and catalyst separate. It can be quickly mixed within the pack before applying to the threaded joint. It is zinc-free and has a shelf life of up to six years, compared to the normal six-month shelf life of many other thread-locking compound products.

"The extended shelf life and quick cure time make it simple for crews to maintain the sub-saver and maximise the life of their drill rod threads," Mecham said. "It's an economic and durable option for threaded tooling connections that require a strong permanent bond."

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