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News Briefs: Huge King Cobra Pulled From Thailand Sewer Pipe
Entry 338761A 13-foot king cobra was removed from a sewer in southern Thailand, according to rescuers who spent an hour wrestling the...
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Are Your Utility Personnel Trained for a Major Emergency?
Preparing wastewater systems for both natural and human-caused disasters can preserve resources, protect communities and save lives. A key part of this...
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Xylem’s Bypass Enables Critical Upgrades for Aging Sewer Lines in Greenwich
The Sewer Division of the Greenwich (Connecticut) Department of Public Works planned to upgrade critical sewer line at multiple manholes along Bruce...
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Utilities, Municipalities Band Together for Imagine a Day Without Water Campaign
Millions of Americans take water service for granted every day. Turn on the tap, and clean water flows out. Flush the toilet,...
Videos
New Boom Technology: Changing Sewer Cleaning Setup and Tear-Down
In this video, you will see a side-by-side comparison of a conventional boom extension and setup vs. a new patent-pending boom from...
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Your Co-Workers Can Provide an Education
If you prefer learning out on the job site through interaction with colleagues over time in a classroom, you’re not alone.
You’re also well...
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Small Midwest City Tackles Major Issues with Fresh Approach
The city of Bedford, Indiana — known as the “Limestone Capital of the World” — has a population of fewer than 14,000...
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Don’t Fear the Fatbergs: Fight Back with the Right Pump
How do you fight back against a fatberg?
The first obvious step is to know your enemy. Fatberg is a term coined in...
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Looking Beyond PPE for Crew Safety
For many utilities, safety means throwing personal protective equipment at employees and setting them loose — but a little planning before the...
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News Briefs: Major Water Main Break Closes a University and Area Businesses
Entry 338764A boil-water advisory was lifted Oct. 11 after a major water main break forced the closure of area businesses, offices and...
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Tackle Inflow and Infiltration with Manhole Inspection
Manholes are a critical part of every sewer system as they provide necessary ventilation and an access point for cleaning and inspecting...
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EPA Proposes Major Overhaul to Lead and Copper Rule
[Editor's note: This story was updated to include a statement from the American Water Works Association.]
At a recent event in Green Bay,...
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Dependable Service and Reliable Equipment Are Keys to Success for Ontario Sewer Rehab Contractor
Based in Port Perry, just outside of Toronto, Ontario, Sewer Technologies Inc., provides full sewer rehabilitation services for residential, municipalities, construction and...
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Rebranded Association Is Making Waves in the Water Sector
Public perception of the water environment profession has been a persistent problem for decades. The sector is gearing up to clean up...
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Know When to Outsource — and When to Take the Lead
When choosing between outsourcing collections system maintenance or completing the job in-house, it’s important to consider how the cost and timeliness of...
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The Odds of a Sanitary Sewer Overflow Keep Rising
Don't bet against Mother Nature. If you're hoping that your town or city won't experience a sanitary sewer overflow, the odds are...
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Taking on Retirement Gap Is an Industry Priority
At the same recent event in Salt Lake City, during which David Ross — the Environmental Protection Agency’s assistant administrator for water...
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Retrofit Options Make the Most of Your Combination Sewer Cleaner
Retrofit options and performance upgrades can help sewer cleaner customers get the most of their equipment, including in the areas of ergonomics,...






















