October 2007 Table of Contents

Features

• 12Reading Between the Lines: Emissions Enigma
  If you’ve been behind the wheel of a cleaner-running 2007 truck, give us your review.
• 20Building the Business: When the Work Piles Up
  These six ingredients create the recipe to thrive during busy times.
• 28Rules and Regs: California Rule Change Would Affect O & M Providers
  The (California) state water code includes civil and criminal penalties that could send violators to jail.
• 34Cover Story: Sweet Smell of Success
  Montana’s Little Stinkers combines a memorable moniker and super service for more than a whiff of business growth.
• 42Expo Preview: Building Business Acumen
  The Leaders Resource Network offers practical, hands-on business planning and skill-enhancement courses as part of the 2008 Expo Education Day lineup.
• 50Interview: Singing the Construction Blues
  Florida portable sanitation contractors face tough times ahead due to declining orders and a cost-cutting national homebuilder.
• 56Profile: Building the Brand
  Professional management, well-trained crews and a fit fleet are among many building blocks of success for Mr. John and Russell Reid.
• 64Special Feature: What’s On Your Truck?
  Review the advantages of each available tank material when you plan to order your next vacuum truck.
• 78Overheard Online: Converted Semi Tractors Get Mixed Reviews
  Plan carefully if you want to transform a big rig into a vacuum truck, forum posters warn.

Columns

• 60NAWT: Industry Changes Powered by Education and Professionalism
  A maintenance contract removes the burden of management from (the homeowner’s) shoulders and places it on yours — the trained, professional service provider.
• 86Industry News: Industry News
  Infiltrator Acquires Rights to Float-less Control Panel; United Site Services Names Bruce CEO; Wieser Achieves NPCA Certified Plant Status; Liquid Waste Names Perry General Manager; and Godwin Pumps Relocates Branches, Adds Oregon Facility.
• 96Money Manager: Avoid Seasonal Slowdowns
  With careful planning and resourcefulness, your business won’t just survive, but thrive, during traditionally slow periods.
• 104Reader Pipelines: Hey, We Could Do That!
  Contractors add services based on exhibits at the Pumper & Cleaner Environmental Expo.
• 110Septic System Answer Man: Depth Charge
  The Answer Man takes issue with one state’s definition of a shallow trench and advocates for design of drainfield lines based partly on climate considerations.
• 122Product Spotlight: 1113-J-A and 1113-JE-A toolbox jetters from O’Brien
  Septic system pumpers who want to expand their range of customer services may consider the new line of more powerful HydroJetter toolbox jetters from O’Brien Mfg., a product of Hi-Vac Corp.
• 140Training and Education: Training and Education Schedule
  Here is a list of available industry related training and educational opportunities.
• 141Association News: Association News
  Latest news from Wisconsin, Virginia, Ontario and Pennsylvania associations.
• 141Calendar: Calendar of Events
  Industry related events, including workshops and expos, are listed in the calendar.
• 166Classy Trucks: Classy Truck of the Month
  It’s 11 years old, but this pampered Peterbilt septic rig is the pride and joy of Chris Przestrzelski.

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• 82Lighter Side: Looks Are Deceiving
  Portable restroom rouse helps Ohio shopping mall win coveted "America’s Best Restroom" designation.