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Penny Wright Never Walks Away From a Tough Challenge
Penny Wright Never Walks Away From a Tough Challenge
Editorial
August 07, 2017
When others walk away, this experienced New Hampshire system designer picks up difficult residential and commercial projects and makes them work.
Will This Flip Be the Installer’s Flop
Editorial
August 07, 2017
With the popularity of reality TV home remodeling shows, the risk grows that you’ll become involved with clueless customers and their disastrous projects.
He’s No Joltin’ Joe
He’s No Joltin’ Joe
Editorial
August 07, 2017
An installer and onsite designer follow extreme high-voltage safety procedures as they help a New Jersey electricity substation upgrade its onsite system.
Estimating Flow Is Trickier for Business Onsite Systems
Editorial
August 07, 2017
Per-table and per-seat water usage and employee numbers are factored into wastewater treatment needs for taverns and restaurants.
Advanced Treatment Units
Advanced Treatment Units
Editorial
August 07, 2017
A Guide for Maintenance of Membrane Bioreactor Systems
A Guide for Maintenance of Membrane Bioreactor Systems
Online Exclusives
August 07, 2017

Membrane bioreactors need some extra care, so follow these steps for top-notch operation and maintenance service
All-in-One ATU Delivers High-Quality Effluent on Sensitive Sites
All-in-One ATU Delivers High-Quality Effluent on Sensitive Sites
Online Exclusives
August 02, 2017
No Place to Go: Placing a New Soil Treatment System Over the Old
No Place to Go: Placing a New Soil Treatment System Over the Old
Online Exclusives
July 31, 2017

Using the same STA should be a last resort, but there are some potential solutions if it’s necessary
Onsite Arithmetic: A Basic Tank Problem
Onsite Arithmetic: A Basic Tank Problem
Online Exclusives
July 27, 2017
Test your septic math skills — or practice for your next certification exam
Onsite Arithmetic: A Basic Tank Problem – Answers
Onsite Arithmetic: A Basic Tank Problem – Answers
Online Exclusives
July 27, 2017
Rules and Regs: Massachusetts Licensing Bills Draw Pumper’s Opposition
Rules and Regs: Massachusetts Licensing Bills Draw Pumper’s Opposition
Online Exclusives
July 24, 2017
In this month’s regulations update, some homeowners in a small Wisconsin town pay for sewer despite working septic systems, and two proposed laws will make it harder for pumpers to maintain necessary licenses in Massachusetts
How CECs May Affect Land Application
How CECs May Affect Land Application
Online Exclusives
July 20, 2017

In the future, land application rules may change due to contaminants of emerging concern, but more research needs to be done
Fantastic Fixes Are the Specialty of Legacy Septic & Excavation
Fantastic Fixes Are the Specialty of Legacy Septic & Excavation
Editorial
July 11, 2017
George Schooley loves the challenge of repairing and replacing troubled treatment systems on sites with cramped spaces and difficult soils and terrain.
One Girl’s Battle to End Straight Pipe Sewage Dumping
One Girl’s Battle to End Straight Pipe Sewage Dumping
Editorial
July 11, 2017
The story of Stella Bowles and her work to upgrade wastewater systems along a Nova Scotia river should inspire our industry.
Sand Filter Solution Fixes What a Transfer Inspection Missed
Sand Filter Solution Fixes What a Transfer Inspection Missed
Editorial
July 11, 2017
When a Colorado system failed right after the new homeowners moved in, Douglas County Septic switched out drainfields to save the day
Challenges With Onsite Treatment Systems at Assisted Living Homes
Challenges With Onsite Treatment Systems at Assisted Living Homes
Online Exclusives
July 06, 2017
Septic Pumping Directly Affected by Household Water Habits
Septic Pumping Directly Affected by Household Water Habits
Online Exclusives
June 29, 2017

The results of this study reinforce everything you’ve been explaining to your customers about the need for septic care
Rules and Regs: EPA Starts Revision of Water Regulation
Rules and Regs: EPA Starts Revision of Water Regulation
Online Exclusives
June 26, 2017
The 2015 rule attempting to clarify the Clean Water Act will undergo modifications, and a grant program is initiated to replace cesspools on Long Island
Design and Use Considerations for Septic Systems With Grinder Pumps
Design and Use Considerations for Septic Systems With Grinder Pumps
Online Exclusives
June 22, 2017

In wastewater applications, minimizing the dose is important to allow for separation in the tank
Troubleshooting Mound Systems
Troubleshooting Mound Systems
Online Exclusives
June 15, 2017

Site, design, construction and homeowner misuse can all be contributing factors to system malfunction