What is microtunnelling?

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Microtunnelling is defined as pipe jacking employing a remote-controlled tunnelling machine.  This briefing sheet provides an overview to microtunnelling.  It looks back at the history of pipe jacking, and summarises the two broad techniques: Auger based systems and slurry systems.  The paper also outlines the common applications of microtunnelling and considers the cost issues.  A source of further information is also included.  Published December 2006.

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