Vac-Con names new GM for Vector TechnologiesVac-Con named Ned Zolinski general manager for Vector Technologies. In this role, he will oversee all...
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How to Effectively Teach a Trainee
If you’ve been in the trades for a while, you’ve probably been asked to take someone under your wing and teach them...
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Understanding What Motivates Your Workers
The Greek philosopher Heraclitus once observed that the only thing that is constant is change. That’s particularly true in today’s business world,...
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Reuse of Dry Excavation Spoils Can Save Your Clients Money
When Bradley Tanks Inc. in Danville, California, bought its first Dino Series suction-excavation truck from Germany-based MTS GmbH, company officials were curious...
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Surveying Basics for Septic System Installation
Laser levels have become an important tool to set elevations during construction of septic systems. They are easy to use, and only...
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Handling Employee Relations During a Pandemic
For more than half a year, we’ve been living with the tension of this pandemic. It’s wearing on all of us.
Living under...
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Hawaii Case Has Far-Reaching Implications for Wastewater Professionals
After a lot of buildup, the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in a closely watched wastewater case turned out to be less than...
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Weekly Flush: Homeowner Blames Pumper After Falling Into Septic Tank
A man in northern Wisconsin tried to blame his local pumper after he fell through a rusted septic tank lid on his...
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Product News - September 2020
Sewer Equipment 800 Series IV truck jetThe 800 Series IV truck jet from Sewer Equipment offers several features that are helpful in...
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Classy Truck of the Month - September 2020
Mahoney Environmental, Joliet, Illinois
Mahoney Environmental added a custom silver metallic 2019 Freightliner 114SD with a 2,800-gallon waste and 1,400-gallon freshwater aluminum tank...
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PFAS Found in Septage Is a Problem for Maine Wastewater Professionals
Name and title or job description: Michael Martin, ownerBusiness name and location: Earthworks Inc., Presque Isle, MaineServices we offer: Our primary work...
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Getting the Lowdown on Water Tables While House Hunting
I often receive questions from homeowners about their septic systems. It’s no surprise that they are usually about a specific problem they...
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Case Study - September 2020
Centrifugal pumps end cycling issue for manufacturer
Problem: A Midwestern vacuum truck builder was experiencing constant overheating and failure of washdown pumps due...
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Product Focus - September 2020
BlowersHowden 827 DVJThe 827 DVJ dry-vacuum blower from Howden is a heavy-duty unit with integral ductile iron impellers. The casing headplates, gear...
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NOWRA Pushes $50 Million Federal Program to Fix Failing Septic Systems
The National Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association reports progress in convincing Congress to establish a grant program to help low-income Americans repair or...
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Great Signage Keeps Phones Ringing and Workers Safe
Ben could hardly wait to set up his own business after years of working for a large company. Knowing the demographics of...
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How Can Pumpers Combat Rising Disposal Fees?
Wanton septage disposal rate increases by cash-strapped municipalities continue to point to an inevitable change in the private wastewater sector: More and...
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Sharon Bonner Digs Into the Advantages of Air Power for Industrial Vacuum Work
A couple of years ago, a customer asked Sharon Bonner if there was a way to reduce the high costs associated with...





















