As the onsite wastewater industry looks ahead to WWETT 2026, the National Association of Wastewater Technicians continues to strengthen the foundation of...
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A Nice Niche in Paradise
A variety of contractors serve the onsite treatment industry on Hawaii’s Big Island. But there’s no intense competition among them.“We all kind...
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When It’s Time to Hire
A friend of mine started his own construction business just over a year ago. His experience, attention to detail and building talents...
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Proper Septic Tank Cleaning
Managing solids is fundamental to ensuring septic tank performance. When the sludge and the scum are greater than 25% of the operating tank...
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The Power of Fun at Work
When most people think about work, “fun” probably isn’t the first word that comes to mind. Deadlines, meetings and spreadsheets? Sure. But...
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Septic Installers and State Work Together for Healthier Communities
For many families, an order to repair or replace a failing septic system can present significant financial hardship. A program launched in...
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Engineering for the Environment
Name and title or job description: Alex Pepin, environmental engineer/septic system designer. I design onsite wastewater solutions for a wide range of...
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Alabama Town Receives $1M Grant for Septic Upgrades
Newbern, an Alabama town 50 miles south of Tuscaloosa, will receive a $1 million federal grant to improve its septic systems, multiple...
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Classy Truck of the Month: January 2026
Owner Carolyn LaHart keeps this 2015 International 4300 built out by Amthor International with a 2,500-gallon aluminum tank, shined up and looking...
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Product Focus: Industrial Services
BlowersFruitland RB-DV 65The RB-DV 65 blower from Fruitland is a tri-lobe rotary positive displacement unit designed for high-performance mobile vacuum truck applications....
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WEQ Fair Seeks Your Input to Help Shape the Future of Industry Training
The Wastewater Equipment Fair (WEQ Fair) is planning an industry training event this October in Nashville and is seeking your input to...
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How to Raise Your Prices Without Losing Customers
No business owner wakes up excited to raise prices. For many, it feels uncomfortable, risky, and even a little personal. You worry...
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PHCC Announces Launch of Visionary Peer Groups for Business Owners
Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors — National Association (PHCC) has unveiled its new Visionary Peer Groups, a collaborative, coach-facilitated community designed to help plumbing, heating and...
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SOPs for Onsite Companies: A Tool for Efficient Growth
In Wisconsin the DNR requires that septage operators have standard operating procedures for each and every task that we perform. From pumping...
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Why Sales Is Just Good Service in the Trades
Bring up “sales” in the trades and then prepare yourself for the barrage of “I’m not a salesman,” “I’m not going to...
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7 Common Causes of Workplace Incidents
This industry has many hazards and dangers that employees face on a regular basis. Unfortunately, workers can add to the danger through...



















