Why Drillers Are Making the Switch
Tooling That Works as Hard as You Do
Every worn-out bit or housing costs you more than the price of its replacement. It means another changeout, more downtime, and fewer productive hours on the job.
Kondex developed Drill Defender tooling to change that equation. With a wear life of up to 6X longer, drillers using our products enjoy fewer tool changes and better performance in tougher conditions.
Hear from the Drillers Using Our Products
What are You Running Now?
Tell Us About Your Tooling.
Every bore is different. Tell us a little about your operation, the tooling you're currently using, and the ground conditions you typically encounter.
We'll use your feedback to understand your tooling needs better and identify Drill Defender products that may be a good fit. Interested in putting Kondex to the test? Let us know if you'd like to discuss an opportunity to demo Drill Defender tooling on an upcoming bore.
No pressure. Just tell us what you're running and where you need your tooling to perform.
The Difference is in the Wear Protection
Kondex didn't simply make another HDD tool. We brought advanced laser cladding technology to HDD tooling to attack wear where it happens most.
Our premium Drill Defender tooling uses a metallurgically bonded wear-resistant additive applied through precision laser cladding. Unlike conventional hardfacing processes, laser cladding allows Kondex to precisely place wear protection in critical areas while minimizing heat input into the base material.
The result?
Tooling engineered to maintain its shape and performance longer — even in demanding ground conditions.
Built for the Way You Drill
Sonde Housings
Kondex protects your sonde for maintained performance bore after bore. Choose from multiple levels of wear protection to match your ground conditions. While traditional housings get weaker from hard facing, Kondex laser clad housings offer premium strength, performance, and durability.
Cobble Bits
Drill Defender cobble bits keep working and steering when others are done. The larger scoop surface boosts capacity, while the overall design delivers improved down-hole steering and performance. With our extensive laser cladding wear protection, you'll achieve up to 6X longer life for less downtime and maintenance.
Flat Bits
Kondex delivers American-made quality with advanced wear protection for longer-lasting cutting performance and productivity. Choose from a variety of cutting shapes and fitment - all with Kondex's superior laser cladding enhancement.
Quick Connects
Kondex starter rods and collars protect the areas most vulnerable to wear, damage, and breakage for longer uptime and greater profitability. Gain better control of your drill string through greater protection at its connection.
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