Company Profile 2023

www.inlinedrillinghdd.com
780-814-4048
Business, Administrative & Contact Information

● Business name: 1847788 Alberta Ltd.

● Trade Name: In-Line Drilling HDD
● Corporate access number: 2018477881
● Date of incorporation: September 16 2014
● GST number: 836451195
● WCB number: 7364185
● Inquiry E-mail: inlinedrillinghdd@gmail.com
● Website: inlinedrillinghdd.com
● Mailing Address: PO Box 25168 Cobblestone, Grande Prairie Alberta, T8X 0E9

Company History

In-Line Drilling HDD was established in 2014 as a directional drilling

company in Grande Prairie Alberta. Throughout our working history we have
successfully provided pipeline installations through extreme ground
conditions such as sand, cobble, swelling clay and solid bed rock throughout
Canada. We continue to meet the high demands of our valued clients with
pipeline sizes ranging from 1” to 36” and lengths from 20 meters to over
1000 meters. We strive to lead and innovate the industry while providing
competitive rates for our current and future clients.

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 Strategy

Purpose
To be a leader in the directional drilling industry by providing enhanced services,
relationships and profitability.

Vision statement
To provide quality services that exceeds the expectations of our esteemed customers.

Mission statement
To build long term relationships with our customers and provide exceptional customer
services by pursuing business through innovation and advanced technology.

Core Values
We believe in treating our customers with respect and faith
We strive to exceed all aspects of environmental stewardship.
We grow through creativity, invention and innovation.
We integrate safety, honesty and integrity into all aspects of our business functioning

Business goals & objectives

Regional expansion in the field of directional drilling and develop a strong base of key
customers.
Increase the assets and investments of the company to support the development of
services.
To build good reputation in the field of directional drilling and become a key player in the
industry.

Key Processes

Business concept
In-Line Drilling is a flexible company that can provide quality products and services from:
● Construction supervision
● Directional drilling of all types, sizes and lengths of pipe
● Directional drilling with Air Hammer and Mud motor setups
● Casing installation and removal
● Water hauling and storage
● Equipment hauling
● Pipe, cable and accessory supplies and delivery
● Roller and pipe reel rentals
● Light tower and tank rentals

Quality assurance & objectives

In-Line Drilling HDD will provide innovative technology, documentation and equipment to
serve all of our client needs:
● Custom environmental management plans
● Custom drill schedules
● Emergency response plans
● Inadvertent fluid release plans
● Digital as-built bore profiles
● Project manhour, water and product reports

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 Management

Administrative personnel
Owner: Russ Johnsen
780-814-4048
russ@inlinedrillinghdd.com

Business development: Tyler Stevens

780-217-2006
tj@inlinedrillinghdd.com

Project manager: Eric Christie

780-518-4597
eric@inlinedrillinghdd.com

Administration email:
accounts@inlinedrillinghdd.com

Attorneys
Lewis & Chrenek LLP
108, 9824-97 Ave
Grande Prairie, AB, T8V 7K2
Phone 780-539-6800
Fax 780-539-7975

Accountants
BDO Canada LLP.
Shawna Fehr, CPA, CA
200 – 9805 – 97 Street
Grande Prairie, AB T8V 8B9
Canada
Tel: 780-539-7075
Fax: 780-538-1890

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Documentation

Sitedocs
In 2018 we adopted the Sitedocs platform for our safety program. The development of the
Sitedocs program is continuously monitored by our management team as well as through
employee collaboration. We are confident that Sitedocs will play a key role in helping us improve
safety and reduce injuries on your site for many years to come, making safety and maintenance
compliance not only more achievable, but significantly more enjoyable.

Sitedocs key features

● Cloud based and paperless software that works without internet service, and can be
printed if required
● Automatic emails to our clients generated in real time, eliminating the human error of
forgotten or late emails.
● Photo integration to provide real time conditions and great reference details
● GPS ability to reference locations of each crossing.
● All employees have immediate access to all safety codes, regulations, SDS, policies and
procedures on their mobile devices.
● Real time reporting of all hazard identifications with photo capabilities
● Client access to all of our employee safety training tickets which are updated in real time
● Elimination of illegible handwriting, lost, forged, crumpled or stained paperwork
● Excellent references for quality control and reviewing processes

We encourage you to visit Sitedocs.com for more information

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 Drilling methods

Duckbill
Duckbill drilling is part of a jetted drilling assembly that has a tapered plate in various sizes as the
steering / drilling tool. This method works best in very soft or low density subsurface conditions such as
muskeg or soft clays.

Trihawk
Trihawk drilling is part of a jetted drilling assembly that has a specialty bit in various sizes as the steering
/ drilling tool. These bits are designed for multiple subsurface conditions. In-Line Drilling HDD has found
the Trihawk #5 to be very successful in clay, sand, cobble, sandstone, shale and mudstone.

Air hammer
Air hammer drilling is part of a specialty drilling assembly that is adapted to operate a hammer style drill
bit in various sizes as the steering / drilling tool. In-Line Drilling HDD has found the air hammer to be very
successful in sandstone, shale, mudstone and bedrock. The air hammer system uses a very small
amount of an environmentally friendly vegetable based oil mixed with a small amount of water. This
system works well in sensitive areas where fluid releases are a concern.

Mud motor
Mud motor drilling is part of a specialty drilling assembly that is adapted to operate a downhole mud
motor style drill bit in various sizes as the steering / drilling tool. In-Line Drilling HDD has found the mud
motor to be very successful in sandstone, shale, mudstone and bedrock. The mud motor system uses a
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 fluid recycle system to recycle the drilling fluids to minimize the high volumes of fluids that are needed for
this method. The mud motor system works well in areas with consistently stable hard ground formations.

Projects
Year: 2020-2022
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Pipe size: 18mm-2 inch HDPE Drilling Rig: Ditch Witch JT5, Vermeer 9 x 13 Vermeer 36 x 50
Ground conditions: Clay Till, Hard Pan, Cobble
Successful installation of multiple FSA for TELUS. We handed over Turn key subdivisions to TELUS.
Job scope included placement of Cabinets, Handholes, Pedestals, and Flower Pots. We completed
both the Main Line and Drops for residential builds. Once drilled out we completed the job by pulling
and splicing fiber to individual Naps.

Year: 2020
Location: Grande Prairie, Alberta
Pipe size: 2-8” Insulated, 6”, 4” & 2”
Drilling Rig: Vermeer 80x100
Ground conditions: Clay Till
Successful installation of multiple paralleling pipelines installed separate in boreholes with exactly
70cm of separation between each. Extreme accuracy was achieved by our professional teams on
this project.

Year: 2018 /2019

Location: Fox Creek, Alberta
Pipe size: 18”, 16”, 2-12”, 8”
Drilling Rigs: Vermeer 36x50, Vermeer 80x100, Vermeer 100x120, Vermeer 100x140
Ground conditions: Bedrock, Mudstone, Sandstone, Cobble
Through the months from October to April, we drilled with the four rigs to handle the various
locations and conditions. We dealt with an unusually warm winter and muddy conditions, and we
were able to complete all crossings in a timely manner with no injuries or mechanical breakdowns,
which resulted in no downtime or holdup of the pipeline operations.

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 Year: 2017
Location: Grovedale AB
Pipe size: 2-6”, 2-4” & 2”
Drilling Rig: Vermeer 36x50, 80x100, 100x120, DW100
Ground conditions: Reactive clay,
Meters drilled: Multiple major creek crossings varying from 400m to 600m
This project was accomplished with some phases on a tight schedule due to migration of Cariboo.
This time sensitive phase was completed under budget & before our estimated schedule giving our
client confidence peace of mind.

Year: 2017
Location: Cessford, Alberta
Pipe size: 3” Flex pipe
Drilling Rig: Vermeer 80x100
Ground conditions: Sandy, Clay
This project consisted of multiple 800 meter full reel 3” Flex pipe installs. We were installing 1 - 800
meter section per day to replace the existing corroded pipelines. The lines were completed with
under 1500lbs of pull force with virtually no suck back after disconnection. These pipelines were
installed using approved procedures designed by our in house drilling fluid engineer in accordance
with CAPP guidelines.

Year: 2017
Location: Dawson Creek, BC to Gordondale, Alberta
Pipe size: 12”
Drilling Rig: Vermeer 80x100
Ground conditions: Clay, Bedrock
Meters drilled: 1665m
This project was drilled in 24 days including one designed 163m crossing using a mud motor and
reclaimer system with wireline steering. The bore was designed at 25m below the sensitive water
area. Utilizing a customized environmental management system tailored for this project assisted on
the successful installation of the product pipeline within our clients’ critical deadline.

Year: 2017
Location: Fox Creek, AB
Pipe size: 8”, 6”, 4”
Drilling Rig: Vermeer 80x100, DW80, DW100, 100x120
Ground conditions: Bedrock, Sandstone, Shale, Reactive clay.
This project was 50+ Km long consisting of multiple mud motor bores. We applied some very
technical procedures and products that assisted in the safe and successful installation of the product
pipelines clients.

Year: 2016
Location: Ft. Saskatchewan, Alberta
Pipe size: 24”
Drilling Rig: Vermeer 80x100
Ground conditions: sand & peat gravel
Meters drilled: 1098.5m
This project was completed in 38 days which involved a very technical bore execution plan to
combat the flowing underground water and unstable sandy ground conditions. We applied some very
technical procedures and products that assisted in the safe and successful installation of the 24”
product pipeline for our valued clients.

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 Year: 2015
Location: Gordondale, Alberta
Pipe size: 12”
Drilling Rig: Vermeer 80x100
Ground conditions: Reactive swelling clay
Meters drilled: 3068m
This project was completed in 27 days which involved an organized bore execution plan to assist
with the mobilization of the equipment and crews. This project was originally planned by our
customer using two drilling rigs however, after some consultation we believed we could accomplish
the project with one rig at substantial savings to our client. The project was successfully completed
on schedule and under budget with the expected savings.

Year: 2014
Location: Fox Creek, Alberta
Pipe size: 4”
Drilling Rig: Vermeer 80x100
Ground conditions: Bedrock
Meters drilled: 440m
This project was completed in 6 days which involved the use of the air hammer setup and hole
opener reamer for the solid bedrock conditions. During this project we experienced a significant
engine failure on our drill (Failed head gasket and bent valves) but due to our extensive in house
mechanical experience we were able to replace all of the parts in the field without having delays of
mobilizing another drill to site. Our drill was down from 4:30pm and was ready to drill at 7:00am the
very next day, which resulted in no downtime to our client.

These are a few examples of projects that we were proud to be a part of.
Thank you for taking the time to review our company profile.
If there are any questions or concerns, please contact us at any time or visit us at
inlinedrillinghdd.com

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