November 2008 Table of Contents

Features

• 16Sewer: SEWER: Learning by Doing
  A step-by-step approach helps an Ohio community refine its sewer rehabilitation methods, reduce I&I substantially, and save money
• 20Special Feature: Extend Your Hand
  The people you meet at the Pumper & Cleaner Expo might help you solve a nagging problem or give you business ideas worth their weight in gold
• 24Cover Story: WATER: Listening Closely
  Birmingham Water Works uses sophisticated technology to locate leaks and reduce nonrevenue water despite shortages of qualified people
• 30Better Mousetraps: Revved Up
  Custom-built standby generators enable a city in Washington to retrofit lift stations and build new ones to avoid environmental issues
• 36Storm: STORM: Plants Against Pollutants
  An innovative wetland treatment system helps a growing Oregon city capture runoff from a commercial area and protect sensitive waters
• 42Technology Test Drive: High-Powered Chewer-Upper
  The Paikert cutting tool saves users money by ripping through tough clogs in pipes that otherwise would need to be dug up and replaced
• 48Special Feature: Clamping Down
  Cities look to security locking devices, stiffer penalties, different materials and stricter regulations on metal recyclers as ways to deter thefts of manhole covers
• 54Special Feature: The Dope On Diesel
  Market conditions and other factors drive up the price of fuel for heavy trucks and equipment. Expect prices to remain high in the foreseeable future.

Columns

• 10From the Editor: Fan Mail Vs. Hate Mail
  On taxation editorials in this magazine, comments run about evenly split between pats on the back and kicks in the shins
• 40Industry News: Industry News
  RIDGID Hosts Forum Appreciation Day; Federal Signal Expands Guzzler, Vactor Facilities; Hannay Releases Pressure Wash, Spray Hose Reel Catalog; Envirosight Expands Headquarters, Opens Regional Center; PipeHunter Names Parts Manager
• 52Product Spotlight: Hydroexcavator Helps Users Avoid Overweight-Vehicle Citations
  X-10 vacuum excavator from Hi-Vac Corp.
• 58The Human Side: Making It Fun
  The Portland Water Bureau uses entertainment as a tool to deliver vital information — and enhance public support for its initiatives
• 65NASSCO Corner: NASSCO Membership Keeps on Giving
  In the spirit of the holiday season, take a moment to reflect on the year that’s nearly over.
• 68Association News: Association News, Learning Opportunities and Calendar of Events
  This all-in-one resource will point you to the information you need.