Association News
Association News, Training and Education, Events Calendar
(page 38)
Read up on all the upcoming industry events, news, and educational opportunities.
Basic Training
Becoming an Equipment Pro
By Jim Anderson, Ph.D., and David Gustafson, P.E. (page 10)
On installation sites, the best machine operators share traits that go well beyond mere proficiency at moving the control levers.
Breaking Ground
Beyond Argument
By Ted J. Rulseh (page 6)
A timeless principle of human relations can help smooth sometimes testy communication between regulators and onsite practitioners.
Cover Story
Taking Care of MOM
By Gil Longwell (page 28)
Coastal Plains Environmental finds a large and growing niche in maintenance, operation and management of advanced onsite systems.
Industry News
News From Around the Industry
(page 34)
Roth’s FRALO Tank Approved in Oregon, Washington; and SJE-Rhombus Hosts National Sales Meeting.
Machine Matters
The Up Side to Downsizing
By Greg Northcutt (page 24)
When a full-size tractor-loader-backhoe is too much machine for the job, look to compact equipment as an effective use of power, time and space.
Overheard Online
Risers and Grinders
(page 26)
Installers discuss how-to tips for septic tank riser installation and the virtues of using grinder pumps in onsite systems.
Rules and Regs
Targeting Nutrients
(page 14)
Delaware seeks funding sources for onsite system inspections, upgrades and replacements needed to reduce nutrient loadings to a critical watershed.
Special Feature
New at the Expo
By Ted J. Rulseh (page 16)
A record number of exhibits include a variety of products to enhance ease of installation and operation and improve onsite treatment quality.
Special Feature
What’s New in Treatment?
By Scottie Dayton (page 20)
Manufacturers of aerobic and other advanced treatment units present their latest accomplishments and innovations for the onsite business.
System Profile
Zero Drainfield
By Scottie Dayton (page 32)
An innovative onsite system for a truck stop and restaurant in Ontario relies heavily on water recycling to suit site conditions.
