Why Large Diameter Pipe Is Essential for Boring Projects
- DK Tanks & Pipe
- May 1
- 2 min read
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When it comes to underground utility projects, precision and strength are non-negotiable. That’s why contractors across the Midwest and beyond are turning to large diameter steel pipe from DK Tanks & Pipe for their boring and tunneling jobs.
What Is Boring and Why Does Pipe Matter?
Boring—also known as horizontal directional drilling (HDD), jack and bore, or auger boring—is a trenchless method used to install utilities like water, sewer, or electrical lines beneath roads, railways, or other obstacles. Unlike traditional trenching, boring minimizes surface disruption, making it ideal for infrastructure upgrades in developed or sensitive areas.
But not just any pipe will do.
The Role of Heavy Wall Steel Pipe in Boring
Our large diameter, heavy wall steel pipe offers the structural integrity and reliability needed for these demanding projects. Here’s why contractors choose DK Tanks & Pipe:
Strength for Push and Pull: Our pipe can withstand the pressure of jacking or augering equipment and the friction of being pushed through soil—without bowing or collapsing.
Precision Fit: We carry pipe in a variety of diameters and wall thicknesses to match the specs of your bore casing or carrier pipe.
Cost-Effective Inventory: With a rotating stock of both new and surplus pipe, we help contractors stay on budget without sacrificing quality.
Common Boring Applications
We’ve supplied pipe for a variety of boring projects, including:
Roadway crossings
Railroad crossings
Storm and sanitary sewer installations
Utility sleeve installations
Our customers range from small contractors boring under rural highways to major infrastructure teams running pipe beneath interstates and commercial developments.
Why Choose DK Tanks & Pipe?
At DK Tanks & Pipe, we’re not just a pipe supplier—we’re your project partner. We take the time to understand your needs, help you select the right pipe, and coordinate delivery so your project stays on schedule. Located in Robinson, IL, we ship nationwide and support boring contractors throughout the region.
If you're planning a boring project and need reliable, large diameter pipe, contact us today. We’re here to help you keep the job moving—underground and ahead of schedule.
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