Inside the March 2009 Issue
Features
Reading Between the Lines: There’s a Lot Going On ‘After Hours’
Last August, we kicked off a new feature in Pumper called “After Hours,” seeking to find out what readers do when they don’t have a vacuum hose in hand.
Rules and Regs: Michigan Grapples with Required Inspections, Diminished Land Spreading Opportunities
Proposed legislation in Michigan would add onsite systems to the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act as of January 2010.
Special Feature: It’s Time to Kick the Tires
As you gear up for another busy season, make sure your service fleet has plenty of rubber to meet the road
Cover Story: Firing On All Cylinders
Meticulous vacuum truck maintenance and regular fleet updates keep the wheels and profits turning for Maine’s A-1 Environmental Services
Overheard Online: Customer Wants to Flip His Lid
The pumper tells a homeowner that a riser in a cold northern climate will slow bacterial action in the tank … Is he right?
Building the Business: Create a Reminder Card System
A simple-to-organize postcard mailing generates sales and stabilizes both workflow and cash flow
Profile: Covering the Bases
Missouri-based All Star Septic manufactures the tanks, installs the systems, pumps the waste and places portable restrooms at construction sites
