Inside the February 2008 Issue

February 2008 Cover

Features

System Profile: Redeeming Grace

A biological remediation process saves a Georgia family from replacing a failed gravel drainfield.

Rules and Regs: North Carolina Association Defeats Costly Amendment

If passed, the proposal would have required two technicians per pumper truck transporting excavation equipment and materials.

Machine Matters: Line of Defense

Fuel line filtration devices prevent equipment damage and extend engine life by efficiently removing water and particulate matter.

Special Feature: Learning and Competing

Third Annual NOWRA Installer Academy draws 250 to Las Vegas for education programs and a national Roe-D-Hoe competition.

Overheard Online: Debating Fabric

Installers share ideas on the use of fabric to exclude soil from chambers in onsite treatment system installations.

Cover Story: Conquering Cold

A-1 Services uses simple and more complex methods to keep customers’ septic systems from freezing in northern Minnesota winters.

Basic Training: Completing the Picture

Landscaping can be a good addition to an installer’s business. Choose site plantings with care to protect long-term system performance.

Breaking Ground: Bringing It All Back Home

As we begin to see the full costs of building and maintaining ‘big pipe’ sewers, opportunities grow for onsite treatment technology. Is the industry ready?

Columns

Industry News: Industry Related News

AlturnaMats Acquires Mobile Matts, and Vermeer Acquires Maxi Drill Manufacturer.

Association News: Association News, Calendar of Events, and Training and Education

View the latest news and learn about educational opportunities as well as scheduled industry events.

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