November 2007 Table of Contents

Features

• 6Breaking Ground: Feeling the Effects
  The slowdown in housing touches broad sectors of the economy, including the onsite industry. How can you insulate yourself?
• 8Basic Training: Working Under Pressure
  Pressure distribution of effluent is a sound onsite treatment approach that also demands great care in system design and installation.
• 12Rules and Regs: Rhode Island Changes Onsite Rules
  The proposal states that septic tanks must have two compartments...
• 14Overheard Online: To Cover or Not?
  Installers share experiences related to use of filter fabric with chambers in onsite drainfield installations.
• 16Machine Matters: Radial Rewards
  By switching to radial tires, owners of loader backhoes and skid-steer loaders can boost machine performance while pocketing more savings.
• 20Expo Preview: Just a Redneck from Georgia
  Jeff Foxworthy brings his brand of country humor to the stage for the Industry Appreciation Party at the 2008 Pumper & Cleaner Expo.
• 22Cover Story: Average is Substandard
  A North Carolina contractor stays on top by setting high quality standards and striving to turn change to the company’s and customers’ benefit.
• 26System Profile: Menu for Success
  Three unique wastewater solutions and a combination of treatment techniques enable a small, seasonal restaurant in New York State to stay in business.

Columns

• 36Training and Education: 64
  Here is a list of available industry related training and educational opportunities.
• 36Association News: Association News
  NOWRA Plans 17th Annual Conference; Training Equals Profits; Undergraduate Treatment Course; Ohio Conference and Trade Show; and NEHA-Installer Certification in Iowa.
• 36Calendar: Calendar of Industry Events
  The calendar lists upcoming events, including conferences, conventions, expos and more.
• 38Industry News: News From Around the Industry
  NOWRA Announces New Management Firm and JM Eagle Names Campbell COO