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This feature in Pumper reports noteworthy conversations that take place at the Pumper Discussion Forum, an online forum for industry professionals found...

If you’ve been in business a while and are beginning to see a steady profit, it may be tempting to think you...

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Pollution limits set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) aimed at cleaning up the Chesapeake Bay watershed are being fought by...

Starting about a decade ago, septic service companies in southeast Florida got hit with one situation after another that negatively impacted their...

High performance and longevity ratings, low operating costs, and continuous vacuum are all highlights of the new PM3000 Storm vacuum pump, unveiled...

The late comedian Rodney Dangerfield won popularity with the catchphrase “I get no respect.” But it’s no laughing matter when you’re the...

Adapting to challenging conditions comes with the territory for many septic service contractors. That’s especially true for Al Kenney, the on-site manager...

Wage War: Too Much?Could you afford to pay your employees $15 an hour? If not, don’t move to Seattle. The Seattle City Council...

It was really fun reading Jim Kneiszel’s “Celebrating Milestones” piece in the June issue of Pumper. It was truly a walk down...

Lots of folks tell me they read Pumper cover to cover. They say the magazine hangs around the office, where the crew...

Baldwin Filters names director of financial reportingBaldwin Filters promoted Tawnia Wood from controller to director of financial reporting and analysis.Hino delivers 10,000th...

The Enviro-Loo waterless sanitation system, made in South Africa and imported to the United States by ESNA (Environmental Service North America), uses...

Vac-Con gasoline auxiliary engineThe gasoline auxiliary engine option from Vac-Con is a less expensive, lighter weight and quieter alternative to a Tier...

Problem: Tim Frank Septic Tank Cleaning Co. in northern Ohio began a dewatering operation in 1994, but a fire in 2007 destroyed...

Sludge TreatmentSkid-mounted decanter centrifuge systemThe ALSYS skid-mounted decanter centrifuge system from Alfa Laval can be trailer-mounted for added mobility and flexibility. Automatic...

It’s not an uncommon belief: If you put your employees on salary, you won’t have to pay overtime. Like a lot of...

Since 1995, the National Association of Wastewater Technicians has offered a course and certification for conducting an operating level inspection for septic...