Business Software
National Onsite SepticFax
SepticFax from National Onsite tracks system lifecycle, and is powered by municipal and crowdsourced data including location, system records, and maintenance histories previously trapped in filing cabinets. This approach cuts job time, improves quality and reduces liability. The program transforms septic work with field-ready design, including big buttons, high-contrast screens and no office required. It ties records to property addresses, streamlines scheduling and payments (Stripe/Apple Pay), and generates state reports, with a beta program for instant TSS analysis via smartphone. 833-659-6262; www.nationalonsite.com
TankVitals.com
In an era where precision, reliability and real‐time responsiveness are non‐negotiable, TankVitals.com stands as a solution for cellular alarm monitoring systems. Powered by RangeData.net, it delivers SCADA monitoring without a premium price tag. Users get real‐time tank and asset management powered by cellular connectivity. Around‐the‐clock customer service means municipalities never operate in the dark. It’s an investment in a city’s future, leading to lower operational costs, stronger reliability and greater transparency that translates to safer water systems, happier residents and more confident municipal leadership. 701-331-4085; www.tankvitals.com
Excavation Equipment
Hitachi Construction Machinery ZX35U-5N
The ZX35U-5N excavator from Hitachi Construction Machinery is a 3.5-metric-ton tool carrier that is ready to perform on different ground conditions with advanced attachment capabilities. The improved attachment capabilities make switching attachments easy. Right from the cab, operators can change the electronic flow rate to control the pressure. Combined with its minimized tail swing, this compact excavator is ideal for utility work, landscaping and residential construction. Its easy-access bays allow operators to conduct routine maintenance comfortably. It can be configured with a cab or a canopy to ensure operators are comfortable. As the seasons change, the cab configuration offers both air conditioning and heating in an airtight environment. 866-973-0394; www.hitachiconstruction.com
Takeuchi TB225
Designed to work in confined, demanding applications, the Takeuchi TB225 includes a hydraulically retractable undercarriage that can expand to 59.1 inches wide or retract to 43.3 inches wide, making the machine particularly useful for utility work, foundation repair and demolition. With the undercarriage fully retracted, the machine can maneuver easily through narrow passages to get to the work site. The undercarriage can be expanded at the work site to provide optimum balance and stabilization. It includes features more commonly found in larger models, like electronic throttle control and electronic proportional auxiliary control. A 19.6 hp diesel engine provides nearly 50 ft-lbs of torque, while a four-pump hydraulic system offers smooth, coordinated control during simultaneous operation of the boom, arm, bucket and slew functions without limiting work speed and performance. A standard long arm provides greater reach and dig depth, while also maintaining excellent bucket breakout and arm crowd forces. 706-693-3600; www.takeuchi-us.com
Hand Tools
Anua Float Checking Tool
The Float Checking Tool from Anua is a user-friendly solution for testing pump and alarm floats that eliminates the headache of using a shovel or rake. It provides a method for manually activating a float switch while standing up at ground level. The tool effortlessly attaches to the float switch, which simplifies retrieval while preventing accidental detachment, a common issue with other methods. Options include a folding handle that provides a 4-foot reach when unfolded and comes with a hook that attaches to the side of the riser (without having to manually hold the float), or a short 6-inch handle that accepts 1/2-inch PVC pipe or conduit cut to a user-specified height. 336-547-9338; www.anua-us.com
T&T Tools Mighty Probe
The Mighty Probe from T&T Tools has a 3/8-inch hex rod (approximately 20% stiffer than a round rod) or a 7/16-inch hex rod (approximately twice as stiff as the standard round rod). Stiffer hex rods bend less to make the probe easier to push into the ground, especially when probing at deeper depths. Lengths are available from 36 to 78 inches in 6-inch increments. When the probe is combined with a slide adapter, an integrated mini slide-hammer probe is created, used to pound through difficult spots. 800-521-6893; www.mightyprobe.com
Electronic Locator
Milwaukee Tool M12 Pipeline Locator
The M12 Pipeline Locator from Milwaukee Tool simplifies the process of pinpointing sewer camera sondes and tracing underground sewer lines. A directional arrow appears on screen upon startup, immediately pointing in the direction of the sonde and eliminates the need to guess and check which direction to start. Dual 3D antennas eliminate false peaks and increase both sensitivity and precision, making it easier to locate than ever before. Featuring a 4.3-inch color LCD, the locator simplifies navigation and provides a clear on-screen image even in direct sunlight. The locator is IP65-rated for durability in harsh, outdoor working environments. It simplifies the process of pinpointing sewer camera sondes and tracing underground sewer lines. 800-729-3878; www.milwaukeetool.com
Portable Roadway System
BAM! Ground Protection Mats
BAM! Ground Protection Mats are made from four-season, durable high-vis green high molecular weight polyethylene material with a built-in UV protector to guard against fading and cracking. The mats are 3/8-inch thick and rated at 160,000 pounds with pressure ratings of 373 pounds per square inch, and 53,700 pounds per square foot. They have a temperature rating of -103 degrees F to 258 degrees F. The 4-by-8-foot sheets weigh 56 pounds and come with eight large hand holes for easy handling, even with gloves. A dual-sided tread pattern provides safe traction for equipment and pedestrians. Mats don’t absorb moisture and chemicals and can be hosed off. Mats will not splinter, crack and delaminate like plywood. 888-870-8158; www.bamgroundpro.com
Septic Filters
Polylok Effluent Filters
Polylok effluent filters play a crucial role in optimizing septic system performance by capturing solids and debris before they reach the drainfield. Crafted from high-density polyethylene, these filters offer durability and corrosion resistance. With flow rates ranging from 800 to 10,000 gpd and filtration options of 1/16, 1/32 and 1/64 inch, the filters efficiently trap particles and prevent clogs in the leachfield, significantly extending its lifespan. Many models come equipped with convenient features such as built-in gas deflectors, alarm accessibility and extension handles for easier maintenance. Designed for seamless installation at the septic tank outlet, they ensure the system operates efficiently, enhancing wastewater management and overall system longevity. Regular maintenance is essential to keep the filter performing at its best and to avoid potential system issues. 877-765-9565; www.polylok.com
Septic Tank Agitators
Crust Busters Agitator
The handheld power agitator from Crust Busters has an 80-inch shaft and two- or three-blade propeller designed to mix a 1,000-gallon septic tank in five minutes. Options include 2-, 4-, 6- and 9-foot extensions and a short three-blade shaft that adapts to the two-blade unit. 763-878-2296; www.crustbusters.com
Jet Inc. BAT Media Cleaning Tool
Cleaning the BAT Media in Jet Inc.’s J-1500 Series and PLT Series BAT Media System is critical prior to tank pumping to insure BAT Media stability and recommended on an annual basis as part of the Jet Service Guide. The BAT Media Cleaning Tool ensures easy, complete maintenance. The tool allows efficient compressed air delivery below the effluent surface, while service technicians remain above grade. The original swivel design can be used with readily available, off-the-shelf air pumps, vacuum trucks or the Jet Catalog compressor. Proper service with the tool removes accumulated solids with coarse bubbles, without a washing wand or harsh chemicals. The biologically treated solids then settle in the aeration chamber to reveal more Bat Media surface area for a new biological colony to form. 800-321-6960; www.jetincorp.com
