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September 2008 Issue of Pumper

Bring on the BIG JOBS

Bring on the BIG JOBS

Iowa’s Environmental Management Services thrives on major vacuum loading challenges
Centrisys Corp. Centrifuge Dewatering System

Centrisys Corp. Centrifuge Dewatering System

The new centrifuge dewatering systems from Centrisys Corp. produce a high percentage of “cake” that results in lower transportation and disposal costs, says Chris Gatewood, sales manager and general manager for western operations.
Association News & Calendar

Association News & Calendar

This all-in-one resource will point you to the information you need.
Poking Perforations in a Theory

Poking Perforations in a Theory

More than 5 feet of perforated pipe at the head of a drainfield is a waste of money
Connecticut Town Promotes Onsite Systems Over Replacement Sewers

Connecticut Town Promotes Onsite Systems Over Replacement Sewers

The Department of Envi-ronmental Protection concluded that sewers in Old Saybrook, Conn., were polluting the groundwater.
Dishonorable Discharge?

Dishonorable Discharge?

Ontario pumpers and the provincial government butt heads over land application and future methods of septage disposal
Up to the Task

Up to the Task

From car wash pits to Superfund toxic waste sites, if it needs pumping, New Jersey’s Rosey’s Tank Cleaning will be there
Handle With Care

Handle With Care

When it comes to operating industrial vacuum loading equipment, contractors must beef up safety-training efforts
Take on Grease Trap Work?

Take on Grease Trap Work?

Figure out where you can dispose of restaurant grease waste before you take on new work, a poster is warned
Retirement Accounts are Part of an Employee Retention Plan

Retirement Accounts are Part of an Employee Retention Plan

These simple truths are why many financial planners recommend tax-advantaged accounts and investments, and a major reason why your company should join the National Association of Wastewater Transporters Inc. association 401(k) plan.
Turn on a Dime

Turn on a Dime

Pumpers from New Jersey’s Russell Reid/Mr. John test proficient driving skills at company truck rodeo
Louisiana Pumper Survives Bayou Plunge

Louisiana Pumper Survives Bayou Plunge

An ordinary morning pumping septic tanks ended in an amazing survival story for Bruce Crank, owner of Bayou Septic Tank Service in Shreveport, La.
A Good Time to Buy?

A Good Time to Buy?

The Economic Stimulus Act of 2008 may provide sound reasons for moving planned purchases of major equipment into 2008
Till Death … Or Liquidation of Assets

Till Death … Or Liquidation of Assets

Enhanced communication skills and adept planning are required for couples who want to succeed at both marriage and business
Industrial Customers: Can They Help You Clean Up in a Tough Economy?

Industrial Customers: Can They Help You Clean Up in a Tough Economy?

A year ago, in the September issue of Pumper, I suggested adding industrial vacuum loading services for contractors whose traditional residential work was slowing along with the economy.
Industry News - September 2008

Industry News - September 2008

Federal Signal Expands Guzzler, Vactor Facilities; Infiltrator Installs ENGEL Injection Molding Machine