Better Mousetraps
Over the Airwaves
By Linda Day (page 50)
A data collection and reporting system based on cell phones aids
system management and capital planning for the City of Pearland, Texas
Cover Story
SEWER - Can’t Beat Homemade
By Angus W. Stocking, L.S. (page 26)
Toms River Municipal Utilities Authority takes the initiative to create
its own GIS as a valuable aid to system service and maintenance
From the Editor
Underground Heroes
Ted J. Rulseh (page 10)
Here’s a chance to give a little credit to some people who never get it and may not want or need it — but most certainly deserve it
NASSCO Corner
Working Jointly
By Irv Gemora (page 58)
2008 Grout Boot Camp brings competitors together in an effort to help industry members learn
Product Spotlight
Product Spotlight
By Ted J. Rulseh (page 64)
A Nozzle Designed for Tough Cutting Jobs
Special Feature
On the Beam
By Peter Kenter (page 46)
Laser profiling is gaining recognition in North America as a valuable tool
for measuring newly installed pipes and sewers scheduled for rehabilitation
Storm
STORM - MAP IT, MANAGE IT
By Dan Heim (page 36)
Newport News builds a digital model of its stormwater and sanitary systems for improved inventory, maintenance, and hydraulic modeling
Technology Test Drive
Ring of Light
By Dan Heim (page 54)
The CoolVision laser profiling system from Aries Industries achieves high accuracy with a proprietary optical system and 3D modeling software
The Human Side
Sharing Perspectives
By Ken Wysocky (page 60)
An engineering department in California took strong measures to increase
staff diversity. It soon paid off in fresh ideas with practical applications.
Water
WATER - IN THE PUBLIC EYE
By Jim Force (page 18)
A Kansas city and county make life easier
for public employees, residents and businesses by making GIS data available online
