Editorial Articles

Detective skills are often as important as pumping experience for employees at Turner Sanitation in Lake Orion, Mich. Too many new homeowners don’t...

Six years ago, Kenney Lee decided to leave his job pumping septic tanks to start his own company. His employer, a plumbing...

The Michigan Supreme Court will hear an appeal of a lawsuit claiming the state’s Department of Environmental Quality does not have the...

Question: I’ve been in the septic business in southcentral Kentucky for 22 years, and for the most part, the changes I’ve seen have...

FLORIDA Florida Association Weighs in on Septic Inspection Law Bob Himschoot, owner of Crews Environmental and a Florida Onsite Wastewater Association board member, says...

A few years ago, our annual Classy Truck roundup featured some out-of-this-world rigs … What comes to mind were extreme use of...

As a small business owner, you can find yourself wrapped up in day-to-day operational details – and overcoming day-to-day challenges. But what...

Another calendar year has flown by, and it’s time once again for the equivalent of Top Gear in the world of vacuum...

Rather than sell off an over-the-road semi truck with 1.25 million miles, owner Mat Schenk decided to convert the 1995 Kenworth T-600...

For Kenney Lee, there’s no better way to get a business boost than to network with fellow attendees at the Pumper &...

The Artistic Side of Sports We watch sports on TV or from the stands, but nothing captures its essence quite like artworks. Art...

Maine Sewage Tank Deaths Remain Under Investigation Two workers found inside a pump tank serving a hotel in Kennebunkport, Maine, in September died...

The fourth quarter is a great time to consider upgrading your office equipment – both as a magnanimous gesture to your hardworking...

During the past nine months, a subcommittee of the NAWT Education Committee has been working on a proposed Hydraulic Load Test Standard...

This question was first posted in 2008, but continues to generate response. So this is Part 2 of the discussion thread: Question: Does anyone...

Sewer and drain maintenance equipment can be a profitable option for pumpers looking to expand their service offerings. Here’s a look at...

Mustang Introduces Mid-Size Skid Loader The 2056 Series II skid-steer loader from Mustang features a 68 hp Yanmar Interim Tier IV diesel engine...

The Wallenstein 1600 series high-airflow rotary vane pump, made by Elmira Machine Industries Inc., combines high vacuum with quieter, low-rpm operation. Available in...

Small communities in remote locations often need a go-to company – a local business that’s willing to keep expanding to fill the...