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January 2009 Issue of Municipal Sewer & Water

WATER: Old Meets New

WATER: Old Meets New

As the historic City of Charleston, S.C., modernizes its water distribution system, an aggressive leak detection and preventive maintenance program leads the effort
Compact Power

Compact Power

Trailer-mounted cleaning and hydroexcavation units can provide a solid complement to full-size truck-mounted vacuum systems
Eyes on the Streams

Eyes on the Streams

Volunteers help the City of Raleigh, N.C., keep tabs on pollution and stay in compliance with EPA public education requirements
Grab and Go

Grab and Go

The DigiSewer 180º Inspection System uses rapid sidewall scanning to acquire complete data on pipe wall condition for later evaluation in an office setting
A Great Combination

A Great Combination

Expo Saturday Evening Jam headliner Montgomery Gentry plays hard-driving country hits, while opening act 38 Special brings memorable ’80s rock
SEWER/WATER: Quiet Heros

SEWER/WATER: Quiet Heros

A dedicated Pumps and Controls Group takes a methodical approach to keep the infrastructure functioning smoothly and reliably in Salem, Ore.
Industry News - January 2009

Industry News - January 2009

HammerHead Redesigns Web Site; Whittington Joins Spir Star; Jetstream of Houston Named Top Company
Working Off-Road

Working Off-Road

Manufacturers offer a range of special-purpose vehicles that enable pipe inspection, cleaning and other tasks on undeveloped terrain
Viewing the Economy

Viewing the Economy

Against the backdrop of one of the most challenging U.S. economies in decades, we welcome a new year and a new president this month.
SEWER: Slippery Slope

SEWER: Slippery Slope

Proactive management helps Renewable Water Resources, the regional sewer authority, stay ahead of grease in upstate South Carolina
Making the Case

Making the Case

The “Liquid Assets” public television documentary conveys the need for infrastructure investment. Now the trick is to get people to watch it.
Surf’s Up

Surf’s Up

A camera inspection using a modified Boogie board float helps a California city locate and remove a blockage before sewage backs up in a school yard