Velox Boreholes: Our Services

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Welcome to Velox Boreholes

We would like to introduce Velox Boreholes to you. We are Ghana’s most reliable consultant in borehole drilling with a unique passion to leverage new technologies to drive business performance. This passion is evident in the company's attention…

Borehole Monitoring and Deterioration: Causes, Symptoms, and Remedial Actions

Learn about borehole monitoring and deterioration. Discover the importance of regular maintenance, water sampling, and monitoring tests. Find out the causes and remedies for various symptoms. Ensure the longevity of your borehole with proper care.
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Eight common situations where a water pump may malfunction or break down.

When the Water Pump is Badly Sealed The most commonly identifiable cause for failing pumps is faulty seals. A water pump can show inefficiency because of: Inappropriate sealing Damaged seals Misaligned gasket Also, the mounting…

Factors to Consider When Choosing the Right Submersible Pump

Considering a submersible pump for your water pumping needs? Learn about the important factors to consider before making a purchase decision.

Common Terminologies Used in Borehole Drilling and Construction

Discover the common terminologies used in borehole drilling and construction. From aquifers to hydraulic conductivity, learn the essential terms here.

Optimizing Borehole Construction: Casing and Well Screens

Learn about boreholes and their construction, including casing and well screens. Maximize yield and efficiency with proper design and materials. #boreholes #construction

Hydrofracturing: Process, Techniques, and Yield Increases

Discover how hydrofracturing can enhance the productivity of old boreholes in low-yield formations. Learn about the process and its benefits here.

Understanding logging and Borehole Reporting

Learn about geophysical borehole logging techniques, which remotely obtain information on structural features and geological formations. Geophysical logs provide data on lithology, water content, formation density, water inflow zones, and more. Specialized equipment and software are used to measure and interpret the properties of undisturbed rocks and fluids. This specialized field is typically carried out by geophysical contractors or hydrogeological consultants.

Mud Drilling: Advantages and Techniques

Discover how mud drilling is done and the advantages of using special muds or additives. Learn about viscosity and how to check it with a viscometer.

The Process of Drilling Boreholes: Techniques, Challenges, and Considerations

Learn about the process of drilling boreholes, including the challenges of maintaining verticality and straightness. Discover the techniques used in water borehole drilling, such as mud rotary and air rotary methods. Find out when to stop drilling and how to measure water levels.

What is the Best method for Siting

Techniques for Siting Many techniques are available for siting drilled water wells, and the most commonly used ones are summarized in this section. There is no ideal single technique that fits best to every condition. Instead, the use of…

Why people ask for exisiting formation?

Depending on Existing Information Sources to choose a suitable site for borehole drilling! It is essential to ask for the formation of certain geological areas before deciding to drill a borehole. Most contractors have successfully constructed…

Key Factors to consider in choosing the right site for borehole drilling.

In order to determine the best location for a well, ten factors are of particular importance:   1. Sufficient yield for the intended purpose The groundwater aquifer should have a sufficient yield for a rural water supply (around 0.1-0.3…

Types of Drilling Equipment

Once a drilling method has been selected, you must decide on the type of drilling equipment or rig that best suits your situation. This section discusses the various types of rig available and their suitability and also provides an overview…

Methods of Drilling Boreholes

In many developing countries, water is obtained from handpumps installed above shallow (less than 60m deep) boreholes. It can be expensive to drill the borehole, however, if traditional machined drilling rigs are used. This Technical Brief outlines…
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Groundwater Extraction: The Pros and Cons!

A water borehole is not just a hole in the ground. It has to be properly designed, professionally constructed and carefully drilled. Boreholes for extracting water consist essentially of a vertically drilled hole, a strong lining to prevent…