January 2008 Table of Contents

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Features

  • 14Water: WATER: It Is the System
    Waterford Township (Mich.) uses a fully integrated GIS as the backbone for managing its water system and virtually all public works functions.
  • 20Storm: STORM: On Patrol
    Milwaukee County’s fleet of vacuum trucks helps keep a large storm drain system flowing freely through all kinds of weather.
  • 24Expo Preview: Without Prejudice
    The chart-topping band Big & Rich brings a unique brand of country music to the Saturday Evening Jam at the 2008 Expo.
  • 30Cover Story: SEWER: In the Family
    A northern Wisconsin city improves pipe inspection efficiency and reduces cost by moving away from contractors and taking the capability in-house.
  • 46Special Feature: Due Diligence
    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.
  • 52Technology Test Drive: Made for Flexibility
    POSM software from RS Technical Services supports inspections for many types of infrastructure and allows extensive user customization.
  • 62Better Mousetraps: Up to Grade
    Adjustable manhole risers enable a Missouri utility to streamline its paving operation.

Columns

  • 8From the Editor: Your Greatest Allies
    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.
  • 50Industry News: News From the Industry
    ADS LLC Acquires Condor Solutions; MyTana Celebrates 50th Anniversary; Rocky Mountain Team Places 1st at Operations Challenge; and Envirosight, Vivax Form Alliance.
  • 60Product Spotlight: Laser Beam Marks the Spot of Non-Metallic Pipes
    Even with the advent of sophisticated technology, locating PVC pipes and other non-metallic objects remains a vexing problem.
  • 66The Human Side: Looking Younger
    The City of Tempe finds success in recruiting younger workers to help fill the void being left by a stream of early retirements.
  • 74NASSCO Corner: A Sound Resolution
    Membership in NASSCO can help you live up to your business pledges, increase awareness, reduce expense, and grow your company.
  • 76Association News: News From Industry-Related Associations
    Sustainable Water Sources Conference; Urban Water Management.
  • 76Training and Education: Training and Educational Opportunities Available
    Several states and organizations are offering upcoming learning opportunities.
  • 76Calendar: Calendar of Industry Events
    Learn about upcoming conferences, expos, exhibitions and seminars.