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Ditch Witch - Tue January 13, 2015

Ditch Witch Organization Introduces Cost-Efficient Mud Recycler

The Ditch Witch MR90 mud recycler is a self-contained unit that can mix and recycle drilling fluid — or “mud” — as well as handle spoils. By reclaiming, recycling and reusing drilling mud, drill operators can save on disposal and transport costs....

Mon November 03, 2014

Ditch Witch Releases SK850

The Ditch Witch organization’s SK850 is equipped with a 37-hp (27.6-kW), Tier IV Yanmar diesel engine. The engine provides outstanding power for all machine functions and directs more power to the attachment than other models, so attachments are more productive....

Tue October 21, 2014

Ditch Witch RT45 Trencher Features Powerful Tier IV Engine

The Ditch Witch organization has made numerous upgrades to its RT45 ride-on trencher. Among its new features, the RT45 offers a Tier IV, 49-hp (36.5-kW) Deutz diesel engine designed for minimal maintenance and maximum operator productivity....

Thu August 07, 2014

Ditch Witch of Georgia Holds Eastern Region Demo Event

Approximately 200 guests from all parts east of the Mississippi River, including areas in Canada, made their way to Ditch Witch of Georgia in Forest Park, Ga., for two days of rock drilling instruction of the Ditch Witch "We Rock" rock drilling training event on June 25 and 26....

Thu July 17, 2014

New Ditch Witch UnderCon Facility Opens in Kansas

Ditch Witch UnderCon has opened a new 20,000 sq. ft. dealership location in Park City, Kan., to serve underground construction operators throughout the state. "This new location is nearly double the size of our previous Kansas dealership and allows us to expand our equipment, parts and services offerings," said Lenny Sadler, CEO of Ditch Witch UnderCon....

Mon July 14, 2014

Ditch Witch JT9 Is the Most Powerful Drill in Its Class

The 64-hp (48 kW) Ditch Witch JT9 horizontal directional drill is the most powerful drill in its class. Its high-performance, air-cooled Deutz diesel engine is Tier IV, so it can provide years of reliable service without the need for an expensive upgrade, according to the manufacturer....

Tue June 17, 2014

Ditch Witch Customers Attend Annual Hospitality Event

In what is turning into a popular annual event, Ditch Witch of Ohio, Western Pennsylvania & Western New York hosted a hospitality event timed to coincide with the Memorial Tournament at the Muirfield Village Golf Course near Columbus, Ohio, on May 30....

Thu June 05, 2014

Ditch Witch RT120 Quad Introduced

The Ditch Witch’s RT120 Quad is a utility tractor with the power, heavy-duty frame and traction necessary for long installations of large-diameter pipe on the most challenging job sites, according to the manufacturer....

Thu May 29, 2014

Ditch Witch Introduces JT60, JT60 All Terrain Directional Drills

Ditch Witch’s JT60 and the JT60 all terrain drills offers 60,000 lb. (267 kN) of thrust and pullback plus 9,000 ft. lb. (12,200 Nm) of rotational torque. Powering each drill is the contractor’s choice of a 190-gross-hp (142 kW) Tier III or 200-gross-hp (149 kW) Tier IVi diesel engine....

Fri May 23, 2014

Ditch Witch Equipment Shines at Demo Days Events

Ditch Witch of Ohio, Western Pa. & Western N.Y., recently held Demo Days events at its facilities in Columbus, Ohio on April 4 and one week later at the dealership’s Cranberry Township, Pa., branch on April 11....