November 2008 Issue of Municipal Sewer & Water

Birmingham Water Works uses sophisticated technology to locate leaks and reduce nonrevenue water despite shortages of qualified people

A step-by-step approach helps an Ohio community refine its sewer rehabilitation methods, reduce I&I substantially, and save money

X-10 vacuum excavator from Hi-Vac Corp.

The Portland Water Bureau uses entertainment as a tool to deliver vital information — and enhance public support for its initiatives

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

The Paikert cutting tool saves users money by ripping through tough clogs in pipes that otherwise would need to be dug up and replaced

In the spirit of the holiday season, take a moment to reflect on the year that’s nearly over.

Cities look to security locking devices, stiffer penalties, different materials and stricter regulations on metal recyclers as ways to deter thefts of manhole covers

An innovative wetland treatment system helps a growing Oregon city capture runoff from a commercial area and protect sensitive waters

On taxation editorials in this magazine, comments run about evenly split between pats on the back and kicks in the shins

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

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.

Custom-built standby generators enable a city in Washington to retrofit lift stations and build new ones to avoid environmental issues