Though he is relatively new to the pumping business, Jeff Coe has learned a lot since 2008 when he and his wife,...
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A Three-Tiered Approach to Septage Disposal
When Tom McLaughlin started Certified Environmental Services in Jacksonville, Florida, in 1978, he was the only employee. “I realized there was money...
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The Evolution of the Vacuum Truck
The world of vacuum trucks has changed and grown over time, and those entering the field now are exposed to something that...
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Classy Truck Of The Month - July 2015
Owner David Zeiter bought this black and magenta 2015 International 7500 WorkStar built out by Imperial Industries with a 4,000-gallon aluminum tank...
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Oregon Pumpers Search Out Accessories That Save Time And Prevent Injuries
Jeff Coe, a successful general contractor for 35 years, recognized opportunity when he saw steady truck traffic in and out of his...
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Pumper’s Mechanical Training Helps Build Thriving Business
When Regan Wilson decided to start his own septic service business in 2010 in east-central Pennsylvania, he began with nothing more than...
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Tips for Taking Over an Established Business
When Janelle and Ardell Kick purchased Purple Pumper LLC 10 years ago, the husband and wife team became the fourth owners of...
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Truck Maintenance: When To DIY
Sometimes truck owners try to take on repair work they aren't qualified to handle. Do-it-yourself projects can backfire and cost more money...
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What Does Your Truck Say About Your Company?
According to Shane Irwin, owner of Irwin Septic Tank Cleaning, Plumbing & Repair, a company’s image is only as good as the...
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Environmental laws force California pumper to invest heavily in new equipment
If it’s happening in California now, the rest of the country should take notice. Prepare yourself by hearing one pumper’s perspective on...
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Don’t Push the (GVWR) Limit
Are you overweight? Not personally, but what about your truck? Is your payload pushing the limit? Might your truck be exceeding its...
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Colorado’s Goodwin Septic Is A Pioneer In Dewatering
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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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,...
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Heart Attack Strikes A Pumper And A Great Crew Steps In
Like many septic service contractors, Jeff Ruggiero is a self-admitted workaholic who was no stranger to 70- and 80-hour workweeks since 2010,...





















