Drilling and Tapping Machines
The selection of the correct machine, saddle, drill and tap. The fixing of the machine to the main considering line pressure. The drilling process and producing a correct pipewall thread.
The locating and securing of the ferrule
/fitting into the pipe. The service connection made from the ferrule.

Probe entry points
Selection of and operation of probe entry fittings. Diameter ratio to main diameter for saddle use. Direct drill or support fitting by mains type and pressure. Fixing probe fitting and valve with plug removal equipment. Fitting aquaprobes, dataloggers and mains / power packs.

Underpressure Drilling Machines
Selection of and checking of correct cutter type and pipe material. Valve operation and travel of cutter spindle to pipe face. Pilot drills types and coupon retaining mechanisms. Power drive motors operation and servicing. Underpressure cutting various pipe wall materials and linings.

Underpressure tees and fittings
Calipering of pipes, circumference equipment and techniques. Pipeline types and fabricated tees to suit operational needs. Fixing of underpressure fittings and tees to suit pipeline type. Pressure testing, test pumps and test / time calculations. Fitting and tee contruction with various coatings available.

Butt Fusion and Electrofusion
Equipment setting up and power supply for site operations. Monitoring equipment for automatic and semi automatic operation. Selection of components, tools and adaptors and their use. Butt Fusion and Electrofusion fittings and their application. Underpressure methods and operations, pressure testing proceedure.