AERATION SYSTEMGeomatrix Systems SoilAirSoilAir from Geomatrix Systems intermittently aerates the drainfield/leachfield and surrounding soils rather than constantly aerating wastewater in a tank....
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Product Focus - October 2020
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There’s Nothing Baffling About Tank Inlet and Outlet Features
A colleague of ours sent us a photo of the inlet baffle in a septic tank and commented that the baffle design will...
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Can We Talk? Share Your Views About These Onsite Issues.
When I read news bulletins concerning local septic system issues, I often ask myself, “What would installers say?” I’m sure the installer...
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'Rightsizing' Ensured Coleman Lyttle Sr. He’d Be Able to Continue Providing a Personal Touch
Email Stamie E. Lyttle Co. (SELCO) or call the office in Richmond, Virginia, and both are answered promptly — by people.“My parents...
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Rules and Regs - September 2020
NOWRA Pushes $50 Million Federal Program to Fix Failing Septic SystemsThe National Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association reports progress in convincing Congress to...
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PFAS Found in Septage Is a Problem for Maine Wastewater Professionals
In States Snapshot, we typically talk to a member of a state, provincial or national trade association in the decentralized wastewater industry....
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Antiquated Lakefront Systems Call for ‘Divide and Conquer’ Solution
A homeowner wishing to sell an adjoining property in Saranac Lake, New York, called the state Health Department, which regulates the Back...
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Product Spotlight - September 2020
Commercial properties such as restaurants and convenience stores typically require high levels of oxygen to facilitate the breakdown of organics in their...
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Product Focus - September 2020
EFFLUENT PUMPSOrenco Systems Biotube ProPakBiotube ProPak pump packages from Orenco Systems are complete and ready to install. They are used for filtering...
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Onsite System Pipes Must Be Placed on a Firm Foundation
Over the spring and summer, we received more than the usual number of questions, comments and examples regarding questionable installing practices. All...
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Do You Know OSHA Trench Safety Rules?
Last month, I reviewed the list of 2019 Top 10 safety violations as announced by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and...
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Ohio Couple Shares a Passion for Building and Maintaining Efficient Onsite Systems
When Erin and Cody Mastin started their business in 2018, they had some pretty good credentials, with her background in marketing and...
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Industry News - August 2020
Ditch Witch announces new training modulesWith the introduction of four new modules, more underground construction and outdoor professionals can take advantage of...
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Product News - August 2020
SJE Rhombus EZ Series In-Site Bluetooth control panelsThe redesigned EZ Series In-Site CL data logging control panels from SJE Rhombus are available...
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Texas Septic Systems Council Pushes for Independent Real Estate Inspection Reviews
Frank Aguirre sees a problem with septic inspections, and he wants to do something about it by forming a citizens lobbying group...
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North Dakota’s New Association Aims for Unified Regulations
In States Snapshot, we talk to a member of a state, provincial or national trade association in the decentralized wastewater industry. This...
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Hawaii Case Has Far-Reaching Implications for Designers and Installers
After a lot of buildup, the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in a closely watched wastewater case turned out to be less than...
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Ample Tank and Component Access Is a Maintenance Must
Over the years, I have seen a lot of access problems associated with sewage tanks, including septic, pump and aerobic tanks. As...
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Case Studies - August 2020
GSF system a fit for site with compacted soil
Problem: A two-bedroom home in Lawrence County, Indiana, had a failing system with effluent...
