Spreading the Word

Cover Story

As Michigan pumpers adapt to major regulation changes, Alpena Septic Service works to build a favorable image for land application of septage.

Industry related news

Industry News

United Site Services Acquires Cascade Phillips, and McQuestion Joins Hoot as Sales Manager.

Training and educational opportunities

Training and Education

View this list to learn about training offered by states and professional associations.

Calendar of industry events

Calendar

The calendar includes conventions, conferences and expos.

Be Safe Out There

Reading Between the Lines

Include safety in your list of goals for a busy 2008 season.

Failure Often Leads to Success

Building the Business

If you’re afraid to stumble and fall with a business initiative, you may never reach your potential for success.

Classy Truck of January 2008

Classy Trucks

This month we feature Enviro Waste Oil Recovery of Mahopac, New York.

Life of the Party

Lighter Side

Portable restroom Halloween costume is a big hit on the streets of New York.

Be It Resolved ...

Money Manager

10 ideas to increase your odds of achieving personal and financial success in 2008.

NAWT at Louisville: Big Opportunities in Education and Certification

NAWT

The goal is for legislators to know that your association exists and come to it for advice.

At the Car Wash

Overheard Online

An expansion-minded pumper wonders about the challenge of disposing waste from self-service car washes.

‘I’ve Driven Four Trucks Home’

Reader Pipelines

Attendees say the Pumper & Cleaner Expo feeds equipment needs and gives them a leg up on the competition back home.

On the Road Again

Profile

East Texas pumper LASSO kicks up some dust and wears through a lot of tires serving customers in an expansive territory.

A Suction Scare

Interview

“I don’t care how strong you are, once a vacuum hose seals on you, you’re not going to pry it off.”

Texas Relaxes Onsite Inspection Rules

Rules and Regs

Last September, a new Texas statute went into effect that relaxes onsite inspection requirements.

Basic Training

Septic System Answer Man

A new inspector asks for a step-by-step approach to working with the industry to encourage the most effective onsite systems for homeowners.