A serious and under-discussed challenge for septic tank pumping operators in some US regions is consistently finding dumping sites with available capacity within reasonable distances. Talking with operators who routinely struggle with this situation, with long-time pros who’ve learned to leverage partial fixes, and with the producers of a robust new solution, we’ve learned key …
Key steps to keeping hydro excavation trucks running their best Purchasing a hydrovac is a major milestone. For construction or utility operations, hydro excavation is the safest and most precise digging method available, transforming how crews expose utilities, trench, and work in complex underground environments. While adding a hydrovac to your fleet is a smart …
Industry expert, Will Niccolls, Owner, Green Latrine, Seattle, WA, attended the 2025 Portable Sanitation Association International (PSAI) show in Florida in early November. Between the many equipment and supply vendors and service company operators, a vast wealth of knowledge was shared across the gamut of industry interests, from technological innovations to improved service practices. Here, …
Workplace Safety and OSHA – PSAI Show Hot Topic! Read More »
Something goes sideways at work—missed deadlines, bad customer feedback, you name it—and the first suggestion is, “We need training!” Sound familiar? It’s like reaching for a Band-Aid when what you really need is a lifestyle change. Training can be powerful, but it shouldn’t be your knee-jerk solution to every workplace hiccup. Here’s the hard truth: …
Do You Really Need Training? What to Do Before You Invest Read More »
Not every dig site is wide open. In fact, many of today’s utility, infrastructure and municipal projects are happening in tight, crowded urban environments: alleys, narrow easements and locations where even maneuvering a truck can be a challenge. In these situations, the ability to hydro excavate from a distance is more than a convenience — …
By FMC Advisors, LLC The Wave of Consolidation Over the last decade, the liquid waste industry — including septic pumping, portable restroom rentals, and related services — has experienced a surge in mergers and acquisitions (M&A). National providers, regional roll-ups, and private equity firms are aggressively pursuing acquisitions. Their goals are clear: build route density, …
Consolidation in the Liquid Waste Industry: What It Means for Independent Operators Read More »
Hurricanes. Floods. Industrial accidents. Wildfires. In the wake of natural and man-made disasters, efficient cleanup and recovery efforts are essential for restoring safety, infrastructure and normalcy. Vacuum trucks are among the most versatile and powerful tools available to emergency response and recovery teams, capable of rapidly removing debris, hazardous materials and floodwaters from impacted areas. …
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What’s the best way for any smart, busy person to get anything done professionally or personally? Use a good checklist. Here’s one recommended for Septic Service Operators to use in updating your existing checklist, or as a training module for your new technicians. Or, you can use all or parts of it to modify your …
Municipal infrastructure managers and maintenance crew chiefs face growing challenges when it comes to safely performing excavation, digging or maintenance work. With an ever-expanding web of underground utilities, including water, sewer, drainage, fiber, electrical and gas lines, the risk of damaging critical infrastructure has never been higher. Even a minor misstep can result in service …
Tips for Locating Underground Utilities Before Excavation Work Read More »
In the world of municipal sewer maintenance, the demands are constant, and the resources are often stretched thin. From aging infrastructure to growing populations, departments across the country are challenged to do more with less. But with the right mix of planning, equipment and strategy, it’s possible to increase productivity without compromising safety or service …
Increasing Productivity in Sewer Maintenance: Tools, Techniques and Teamwork Read More »
