Articles in the January 2008 issue:
Storm
STORM: On Patrol  By Erik Gunn (page 20) Milwaukee County’s fleet of vacuum trucks helps keep a large storm drain system flowing freely through all kinds of weather.
Cover Story
SEWER: In the Family By Erik Gunn (page 30) A northern Wisconsin city improves pipe inspection efficiency and reduces cost by moving away from contractors and taking the capability in-house.
Technology Test Drive
Made for Flexibility By Ted J. Rulseh (page 52) POSM software from RS Technical Services supports inspections for many types of infrastructure and allows extensive user customization.
Better Mousetraps
Up to Grade By Angus W. Stocking, L.S. (page 62) Adjustable manhole risers enable a Missouri utility to streamline its paving operation.
Association News
News From Industry-Related Associations (page 76) Sustainable Water Sources Conference; Urban Water Management.
Calendar
Calendar of Industry Events (page 76) Learn about upcoming conferences, expos, exhibitions and seminars.
Expo Preview
Without Prejudice By Ted J. Rulseh (page 24) The chart-topping band Big & Rich brings a unique brand of country music to the Saturday Evening Jam at the 2008 Expo.
From the Editor
Your Greatest Allies By Ted J. Rulseh (page 8) 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.
Industry News
News From the Industry (page 50) ADS LLC Acquires Condor Solutions; MyTana Celebrates 50th Anniversary; Rocky Mountain Team Places 1st at Operations Challenge; and Envirosight, Vivax Form Alliance.
NASSCO Corner
A Sound Resolution By Irv Gemora (page 74) Membership in NASSCO can help you live up to your business pledges, increase awareness, reduce expense, and grow your company.
Product Spotlight
Laser Beam Marks the Spot of Non-Metallic Pipes By Ken Wysocky (page 60) Even with the advent of sophisticated technology, locating PVC pipes and other non-metallic objects remains a vexing problem.
Special Feature
Due Diligence By Jim Aanderud (page 46) 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.
The Human Side
Looking Younger By Ken Wysocky (page 66) The City of Tempe finds success in recruiting younger workers to help fill the void being left by a stream of early retirements.
Training and Education
Training and Educational Opportunities Available (page 76) Several states and organizations are offering upcoming learning opportunities.
Water
WATER: It Is the System By Angus W. Stocking, L.S. (page 14) Waterford Township (Mich.) uses a fully integrated GIS as the backbone for managing its water system and virtually all public works functions.
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