Articles in the August 2007 issue:
Alternatives
Cromaglass CA-5 Aerobic Treatment Unit By Gil Longwell (page 30) This activated sludge sequencing batch reactor ATU with a four-step treatment process is designed for residential and small commercial use.
Association News
Association News By Scottie Dayton (page 36) Regulators participate in Model Code workshops, more.
Basic Training
Sample with Care By Jim Anderson, Ph.D., and David Gustafson, P.E. (page 10) Proper monitoring of advanced onsite systems depends on taking samples properly and avoiding mistakes that could compromise the results.
Breaking Ground
Installing Time Bombs By Ted J. Rulseh (page 6) Sanitary conditions in poorer areas of the country should serve as reminders to installers to build quality and to demand the same of everyone in the profession.
Calendar
Calendar of Industry Events By Scottie Dayton (page 36) Check here for a comprehensive list of industry events, training, and more.
Cover Story
Standing Up for Standards By Doug Day
(page 24) The owner of Dittmer Ditching believes in professional education and standards as assurance of quality work for customers and as a way to level the playing field.
Expo Preview
This Is Huge! By Ted J. Rulseh (page 20) The move to Louisville creates an explosion in exhibit space, expanded education, and a richer experience at the annual Pumper & Cleaner Expo.
Industry News
Industry News (page 31) NOWRA Offers Online Septic Locator Directory; Zoeller Releases Latest Online Catalog.
Machine Matters
Small Excavators, Big Production By Doug Day (page 14) The latest excavators and skid-steers combine the convenience of mini-machines with features more common to bigger units.
Overheard Online
Tackling Root Problems (page 16) Installers share ideas, observations and remedies for the occasional problem of root intrusion in onsite treatment system drainfields.
Special Feature
Lending a Hand By Doug Day (page 18) Volunteers roll up their sleeves and grab shovels to provide healthy septic systems for people in Southern Appalachia.
System Profile
Aerobic Salvation By Scottie Dayton (page 32) A set of four compact ATUs and a chamber drainfield provide a solution for a challenging church/preschool site in Illinois.
Training and Education
NOWRA Plans Third Installer Academy (page 28) NOWRA will hold its third annual Installer Academy, Dec. 10-12, at the Riviera Hotel, Las Vegas, Nev.
Training and Education
Training and education offerings By Scottie Dayton (page 36) The following trainings are available. Check here to find a educational opportunities in your state.
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