Built to Last: 25 Years of Fabric Building Services
“Over the past 25 years, the Fabric Building Division at Greystone Construction has earned the trust of hundreds of cities, counties, municipalities, DOTs (departments of transportation) and private firms, and has covered over 2,000,000 square feet of salt piles with … More from our cover sponsor →
Philadelphia fights the weather with eco-friendly technology
In an area where rainfall may total over 40 inches per year, flooding can become a major problem. Streets in Manayuck, a suburb of Philadelphia, Pa., flood yearly and residents have learned to prepare for such events. The Philadelphia Water … Continue reading →
Pumper & Cleaner Environmental Expo International
Municipal water and sewer system maintenance managers along with private contractors within the septic, sewer and drain industry will head to Indianapolis for the 2013 Pumper & Cleaner Environmental Expo International, Feb. 25-28, at the Indianapolis Convention Center. The expo … Continue reading →
Confined space rescue preparedness, equipment is essential
Confined space rescue preparedness is an essential component of any business or municipality. Confined space training is required for entry into sewers, underground utilities, tunnels and other spaces. But often employees are not trained properly or safely, meaning it can … Continue reading →
Mow Monsters
As soon as the weather is warm enough for grass to grow, public works employees stay busy keeping parks, medians and public land trimmed and tidy. With all the ground they have to cover, choosing the right mowers is key … Continue reading →
What’s your New Year’s resolution?
Making a New Year’s resolution or two might not be a bad idea for the managers of municipal systems, especially since we’ve all been stretching those diminishing budget dollars to—and beyond—the breaking point. In this month’s issue, we take a … Continue reading →
January Cover
Winter can play havoc with wastewater treatment plants. Treatment efficiency inevitably drops, especially if the temperature drops more than 20 degrees in a day. So if you haven’t winterized your system yet, now would be the time to kick it into high gear. Don’t forget that cold-weather gear when you’re working outside, too. (Shutterstock photo)
Signtracker
SignTracker enables you to automate the process of inspecting, taking inventory, locating and maintaining street signs. Utilizing barcodes and Motorola Rugged Handheld Mobile Computers with built-in barcode scanners, SignTracker simplifies the process — making it easier to keep track of … Continue reading →
Top 10 Tips to Increase Tourism Revenue
Create strategic marketing partnerships with neighboring cities to collectively promote your region and maximize funds, i.e., the “Sunrise Coast” of Michigan, which includes Alpena, AuSable/Oscoda, AuGres, East Tawas/Tawas, Cheboygan, Harrisville and Rogers City; and “The Wilds of Michigan,” which consists … Continue reading →
Upscale and convenient temporary housing
When natural disasters strike communities, one of the challenges to recovery is a displaced population. One way residents can stay in the area and on or close to their property is by leasing a portable home. That’s where Tennessee-based Southwest … Continue reading →
SCOTCHMAN 50-TON TURRET IRONWORKER
The American-made 5014 TM offers a three-station revolving turret and accepts up to three pieces of tooling that can be changed in seconds. The SCOTCHMAN 50-TON TURRET IRONWORKER machine has 50 tons of pressure and can punch a 13/16-inch hole in … Continue reading →
Make the most of tourism in 2013
Tourism has seen a gradual increase since the proclaimed end of the recession. State travel and tourism departments expect to see continued modest growth in tourism revenue in 2013 as the economy gradually recovers. According to industry officials, there are … Continue reading →
MUNICIPAL SNOWPLOWS
Trackless has a variety of snowplows available to keep your sidewalks clear this winter. Standard-angle blades, trip plows and both a fixed-wing V-plow or a five-position folding V-plow available. Couple a front-mounted snowplow with a rear-mount sidewalk spreader and you’ll … Continue reading →
Maple Grove, Minnesota: Bucking the trend
Maple Grove, Minn., is known for its central location just 25 minutes from Minneapolis. While other towns have struggled in recent years due to the economic recession, Maple Grove has ranked in the top five fastest-growing cities in Minnesota for … Continue reading →
Survey: City revenues continue to fall, leaders challenged to do more with less
A new report released by the National League of Cities showed municipalities continue to face the prolonged effects of the economic downturn. According to the City Fiscal Conditions report, released in September, city revenues continued to fall for the sixth … Continue reading →
DUE NORTH ICE AND SNOW TRACTION AIDS
Lightweight, compact winter traction aids prevent slip-and-fall accidents on ice and snow. They feature replaceable tungsten carbide spikes that provide superior traction. Sizes and styles are available to fit shoes and boots from size 4 to 14. Call (800) 722-3668 … Continue reading →
DOT406 AND EPA/SPCC-COMPLIANT DOUBLE WALL FUEL AND SERVICE TRAILERS
Thunder Creek Equipment, a leading manufacturer of fuel and service trailers, has developed a double-wall fuel tank and trailer combination that’s DOT406 and EPA-SPCC compliant. The design provides 110 percent fuel containment, with a 990-gallon fuel tank mounted inside a … Continue reading →
Online training: Save valuable resources by using online training opportunities
As government agencies continue to look for ways to do more with less, managers and trainers have come to realize the value of online training. Though it can be used in a group setting, using online training individually often adds … Continue reading →
