Published June 2007
Industry News
(page 120)
Eugene “Gene’’ Dube, a pioneer in development of private wastewater treatment plants in Maine, died April 24 after a long illness. He was 58.
Private Treatment Plant Pioneer Gene Dube Passes Away
Eugene “Gene’’ Dube, a pioneer in development of private wastewater treatment plants in Maine, died April 24 after a long illness. He was 58.
As the owner and president of Pat Jackson Inc./Tri-City Septic Services, Dube was the first contractor to build a private wastewater treatment plant in Maine, according to Tom Ferrero, executive director of the National Association of Wastewater Transporters Inc.
Dube was active in the pumping industry as a longtime member of the board of directors of NAWT, the Maine Association of Waste Haulers, and the Maine Association of Site Evaluators. With environmental quality in mind, he started recycling septage by composting. He was involved with the state of Maine in educating septic inspectors for certification and was one of the first NSF-accredited wastewater inspectors in the country.
“Gene’s funeral was very touching; it was a celebration of a life cut too short and of a guy who really did just try to help along anyone he met along his life’s path,’’ said John de Rahm, one of Dube’s friends in the industry.
Dube is survived by his wife, Pauline Richard (Bazinet) Dube, five children and five grandchildren.
Memorials may be directed to the Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care, Maine General Health, P.O. Box 828, Waterville, ME 04903.
Capital Rubber Moves to New Facility
Capital Rubber Corp. has moved to a new, 15,000-square-foot facility. Located at 845 N. Dillion Drive in Wood Dale, Ill., the facility will allow for increased product inventory and added space for hose assembly production. Company telephone and fax numbers will remain unchanged.
RedBox+ Relocates Operations in Winona
RedBox+ has moved all of its Trempealeau, Wis., operations to 818 W. Third St., Winona, Minn., the corporate location of parent-based company, Matejka Recycling. The company’s new phone numbers are 507/454-2457, or toll-free: 877/611-8069.
Ottenheimer Chosen Sanitarian of the Year
Daniel Ottenheimer, president and founder of Mill River Consulting, has been named Sanitarian of the Year by the Massachusetts Environmental Health Association and presented with the Robert C. Periello Memorial Award. The award honors an individual who has significantly contributed to the improvement of environmental health. Ottenheimer is a registered sanitarian, the highest level of licensure in Massachusetts for an environmental health professional, and also possesses an equivalent national certificate. Mill River Consulting specializes in onsite wastewater design, engineering, surveying, permitting and inspection to municipalities, individuals and landowners.
Vanderveen Joins Amthor as Product Manager
Hank Vanderveen has been named national vacuum tank product manager for Amthor International. He will be responsible for developing new opportunities for the company’s vacuum line and enhancing distributor relations. Vanderveen previously was general manager at Lely Manufacturing.
Chandler Names Story Florida Representative
Chandler Systems Inc. has named Del Story its Florida territory sales representative for controls, high water alarms, float switches, Pressure Bell and water treatment chemicals. Story has more than 35 years experience in the water and wastewater industries.
Cowgill Joins Five Peaks Technology
Heath Cowgill has joined Five Peaks Technology as regional manager for the company’s Northwest Division, including Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Utah and Colorado.
Zoeller Recalls Septic Pumps with 20-foot Cord
Zoeller Pump Co. has recalled about 2,300 of its septic pumps with 20-foot black cord because the plug could have a grounding problem that produces an electric shock. The pumps have date codes 0906 and 1006. On Models 53, 57, 151, 152, and 153, the date code is printed on the nameplate on top of the pump. On Model WM48, the date code is printed on the tag near the plug. “Philippines” is stamped on the plug. A list of specific part numbers, model numbers, date codes, and UPC codes is at www.zoeller.com. Pumps hard-wired during installation are not included in the recall.
Bales Receives Composting Industry Award
Christopher Bales, product-marketing specialist with New England Organics, has received the Hi Kellogg Award for Outstanding Service to the Composting Industry. Bales is responsible for distributing more than 2 million cubic yards of organic products since 1985. He has worked for more than 20 years to promote recycling, improve compost quality and demonstrate the benefits of residuals recycling.
