Inside the February 2009 Issue

Features

Special Feature: Whatever, Wherever

A Montana cleaner makes a clean sweep in municipal business serving even the smallest towns in three wild western states

Tech Perspective: Saving Fuel With Technology

GPS and other innovations, including wireless fuel-data management, can help service contractors make a dent in fleet operating costs

Cover Story: Doing It All

Versatile Worx invests its early years in building a diversified business backed by modern technology and a commitment to training

Expo Preview: A Great Combination

Expo Saturday Evening Jam headliner Montgomery Gentry plays hard-driving country hits, while opening act 38 Special brings memorable ‘80s rock

Columns

From the Editor: “I Can’t Afford It”

Of all excuses for not attending your industry’s major trade show, this one is the most ill-advised and, in the end, the most harmful

Money Manager: When Prices Soar

Here are five strategies to help your business make it through today’s difficult times and be prepared for better times ahead

Tough Job: Under the Floor

An engineering and inspection team completes an assessment of an old sewer force main 50 feet below San Diego Bay

Money Machines: Seeing Red

A bold color makes a big difference in an Idaho drain-cleaning company’s master branding strategy

Letters to the Editor: Safety in Waterblasting

We in the industry need to promote proper, responsible use of high-pressure equipment.

Better Business: Keep Your Edge at Any Age

Running a company may be a challenge, but it doesn’t have to make you old. Here are 10 tips for staying young and enjoying work and home life more.

Industry News: Industry News

PipeHunter Designer John Stoneman Sr. Dies

Reader Pipelines: Future Fleets

Business owners keep an open mind about hybrid vehicles while pursuing varied strategies to keep fuel expenses reasonable

After Hours: Finding Joy

Contractor Dale Boudro and wife Yolanda share their abundant life by adopting children from overseas and founding schools in African nations

Safety First: An Occupational Hazard

While often overlooked, stress on the job can be a serious health issue for employees