January 2008 Table of Contents

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Features

  • 6Breaking Ground: The Race Is On
    As the campaign for the presidency gets into full swing, now is a good time to remember that politics is not a spectator sport.
  • 10Basic Training: Feeding the Field
    Effective pressure distribution of septic tank effluent depends on an understanding of pump and pump tank applications.
  • 12Rules and Regs: Texas Relaxes Regulations
    Last Sept. 1, a new state statute went into effect that relaxes the onsite inspection requirements.
  • 14Machine Matters: All in the Numbers
    Oil analysis can be a valuable tool for fine-tuning maintenance and protecting equipment life. Here’s how to get the most from analysis reports.
  • 18Expo Preview: Installing Excellence
    The education program at the 2008 Pumper & Cleaner Expo provides ample learning opportunities for installation contractors at all levels.
  • 26Profile: No Shortcuts
    Advanced Wastewater Engineering specializes in sound solutions for challenging sites in the varied soils of the Idaho panhandle.
  • 30Overheard Online: Clearing the FOG
    Installers and designers share ideas on dealing with grease in an onsite system treating restaurant kitchen waste.
  • 34Cover Story: Joint Venture
    The combined talents of a designer and installer enable a developer to build a new strip mall on prime real estate in central Minnesota.

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