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Parts & Tooling Spotlight: Bellin Spa Progressive Cavity Pumps

When it comes to drilling performance, the right pump can make all the difference. From minimizing downtime to ensuring consistent flow in demanding conditions, reliable pumping solutions are critical in the field. That’s why Rig Source is proud to spotlight Bellin Spa Progressive Cavity Pumps, a trusted solution we showcased this year at NGWA and […]

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Employee Spotlight, January 2026: Dan Sigler

This month, we’re excited to spotlight Dan Sigler, our Parts Manager and the detail-driven force behind keeping rigs running and customers moving forward. Dan brings a rare blend of technical expertise, precision, and relationship-first thinking to everything he does, whether he’s sourcing critical components, solving complex parts challenges, or making sure every order is right […]

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Employee Spotlight, November 2025: Todd Ewing

This month, we’re excited to highlight Todd Ewing, a key part of our service team and the steady hand behind keeping our customers up and running. Todd brings a calm, family-oriented presence to everything he does — whether he’s coordinating repairs, supporting field crews, or talking shop with long-time drillers. With deep respect for the […]

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Drilling Safety Matters: National Safety Month Spotlight from Rig Source

At Rig Source, we believe that every successful drilling operation begins and ends with one thing: safety. June marks National Safety Month—a time to reflect, reinforce, and recommit to the practices that protect crews, equipment, and jobsite efficiency across the drilling industry. Whether you’re operating a geotechnical, environmental, coring or exploration rig, safety isn’t just […]

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Custom Fabrication & Rebuilds: Why Wait Years for a New Rig?

Fast turnarounds. Built to your needs. If you’re staring down a 2.5 to 3-year lead time on a new rig, we’ve got good news: you don’t have to wait. At Rig Source, our custom fabrication, remount, and rebuild services give you a faster, smarter alternative to getting the equipment you need—without the long delays or […]

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Why Rent Drilling Equipment?

One of the most common questions we hear is: “Who rents drill rigs, and why would they do that?” It’s a fair question, especially from customers who have traditionally relied on ownership to grow their business. But the truth is, renting drilling equipment isn’t just for short-term needs—it’s a strategic choice that brings flexibility, financial advantages, and operational benefits to businesses of all […]

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A Comprehensive Guide to Drill Rig Rental Price

Navigating the vast world of drilling operations requires making important machinery choices, with each having its own specific costs and benefits. Whether it’s for mineral exploration, environmental and geotechnical drilling, or pipeline projects, drill rigs are essential equipment to use. However, purchasing a rig isn’t always the best course of action, and that’s where renting […]

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Rig Source New Website Launch
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Rig Source Launches Completely Redesigned Web Site

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 13, 2023 ELBURN, ILLINOIS – Rig Source, Inc., an industry leader in drill rig sales, service, rentals, and parts, is proud to announce the launch of their new, redesigned website located at https://rigsource.com/. The new website takes the functionality of the old website and substantially upgrades it to better utilize new technology […]

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Rig Source Announces Partnership With Versatran

Rig Source, Inc., an industry leader in drill rig sales, service, rentals, and parts, is proud to announce the addition of an entirely new product line to the largest rig rental fleet in North America. Through an exclusive partnership with Versatran, Rig Source has received its first two Retriever transport trucks, and both are available […]

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