Inside the January 2008 Issue of Municipal Sewer & Water
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SEWER: In the Family
Cover Story
A northern Wisconsin city improves pipe inspection efficiency and reduces cost by moving away from contractors and taking the capability in-house.
News From the Industry
Industry News
ADS LLC Acquires Condor Solutions; MyTana Celebrates 50th Anniversary; Rocky Mountain Team Places 1st at Operations Challenge; and Envirosight, Vivax Form Alliance.
Without Prejudice
WWETT Preview
The chart-topping band Big & Rich brings a unique brand of country music to the Saturday Evening Jam at the 2008 Expo.
Your Greatest Allies
From the Editor
Service vehicles determine to a great extent how much you can accomplish, and how well. Be sure to treat them like the valuable assets they are.
WATER: It Is the System
Water
Waterford Township (Mich.) uses a fully integrated GIS as the backbone for managing its water system and virtually all public works functions.
STORM: On Patrol
Storm
Milwaukee County’s fleet of vacuum trucks helps keep a large storm drain system flowing freely through all kinds of weather.
Due Diligence
Special Feature
A CCTV inspection van is a major investment. Before choosing equipment, weigh all the costs and consider all the variables in light of your program goals.
Made for Flexibility
Technology Test Drive
POSM software from RS Technical Services supports inspections for many types of infrastructure and allows extensive user customization.
Up to Grade
Better Mousetraps
Adjustable manhole risers enable a Missouri utility to streamline its paving operation.
Looking Younger
The Human Side
The City of Tempe finds success in recruiting younger workers to help fill the void being left by a stream of early retirements.
A Sound Resolution
NASSCO Corner
Membership in NASSCO can help you live up to your business pledges, increase awareness, reduce expense, and grow your company.
News From Industry-Related Associations
Association News
Sustainable Water Sources Conference; Urban Water Management.
Training and Educational Opportunities Available
Training and Education
Several states and organizations are offering upcoming learning opportunities.
Calendar of Industry Events
Calendar
Learn about upcoming conferences, expos, exhibitions and seminars.
Laser Beam Marks the Spot of Non-Metallic Pipes
Product Spotlight
Even with the advent of sophisticated technology, locating PVC pipes and other non-metallic objects remains a vexing problem.