Missile Boring

Missile boring — also called pneumatic piercing or pipe ramming — is a trenchless technique used for short crossings where speed and minimal surface disruption are priorities. A pneumatic hammer drives a steel projectile through the soil, creating a bore path for conduit or casing. Brotek's crews use missile boring for road crossings, driveway crossings, and other short-span installations where HDD would be oversized for the job.

Missile boring is often the most cost-effective solution for short crossings on tight timelines. Our crews assess soil conditions and crossing geometry before selecting the right tooling, ensuring a clean bore path and accurate product placement every time.

Capabilities

• Bore diameters from 1.5" to 6"
• Crossings up to 100+ feet
• Minimal entry and exit pit requirements
• Suitable for clay, loam, and sandy soils
• Fast mobilization and setup