In 1977 when Brent Gale inherited his father’s business, Goodwin Septic Tank Service Inc., in Grand Junction, Colorado, the West wasn’t exactly...
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Editorial
Sludgebusters Battles Shifting Regulations And A Competitive Marketplace In California
California pumper Ed Kapelczak figures he’s spent $300,000 to comply with the state’s strict air quality standards among buying new compliant vehicles,...
Editorial
Family Company Valley Plumbing And Septic Serves A Rugged Arizona Border Region
The sun is bright in southern Arizona, and it shines on a bright future for Valley Plumbing and Septic Service. This is...
Blogs
So Much to See at WWETT
Although it’s no longer solely dedicated to the pumping industry, the Water & Wastewater Equipment, Treatment & Transport (WWETT) Show has a...
Editorial
Oklahoma's Irwin Septic Promotes Routine Septic Maintenance
Shane Irwin is fighting a familiar battle to pumpers across the country. The third-generation owner of Irwin Septic Tank Cleaning, Plumbing &...
Editorial
Turn To Purple Pumper For Tips On Pumping In A Frigid Climate
There are clear benefits to a husband and wife working together in a small-scale pumping business. Spouses with complementary skills can bring...
Online Exclusives
Are You Getting a Good Vacuum Truck Deal?
Vacuum truck buyers need to be as educated as possible, remembering the most cherished of all economic principles: You get what you...
Editorial
Iowa Pumper Serves Farm Community Customers
Working in rural northeast Iowa, Robb Harter started his liquid-waste-hauling business based on serving the diverse needs of his many farmer neighbors....
Online Exclusives
Are You Heading for Tank Trouble?
A vacuum tank will hold vacuum without all the accessories. You can hook up a vacuum pump to a vacuum tank, evacuate...
Editorial
The Sani-Can Crew Fights Alaska’s Bone-Chilling Cold And High Disposal Costs To Keep On Pumping
Facing the challenging Alaska climate and running a business solo, Ronnie Ashbach has built Sani-Can/Lemeta Pumping & Thawing into a thriving company....
Online Exclusives
Telltale Signs It’s Time to Rebuild (or Replace) Your Vacuum Pump
Has your pump lost its pop? Are there strange noises coming from inside the housing? Perhaps it’s time for a rebuild or...
Online Exclusives
How To Spec Out a Septic Pumper Truck
When you’re looking to buy a new pumper truck, Jay Minear has a few words of advice: More — in terms of...
Editorial
Nova Scotia Wastewater Contractor Networks To Success
Take more than three decades of septic service, add a thriving portable sanitation component, then stir in a helping of equipment sales...
Online Exclusives
Blower or Vacuum Pump: Which One Do You Need?
Now that the busy season is behind you, it might be a good time to think about upgrading your vacuum truck fleet....





















