Inside the September 2008 Issue of Cleaner
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Playing the Float
Cover Story
At high flows in large-diameter pipes, boat or pontoon platforms provide an alternative for performing top-quality video inspections
Employee or Contractor?
If you improperly classify someone who works for your business, you could end up facing trouble, including big tax penalties
Line by Line and 4x4
Profile
EcoClean combines a strong traditional pipe-cleaning, inspection and repair business with a special aptitude for working off-road in rough terrain
Lessons From the Trenches
From The Editor
Wisdom developed by successful salespeople can help business owners establish a strong foundation and sustain healthy growth
Promotion Power
Money Machines
Acme Powerwash service trucks use bold graphics and sparkling appearance to make a highly potent marketing statement
Go With the Flow
Money Manager
A healthy profit may not mean a healthy business if poor cash flow leaves you with too little money on hand to meet your regular obligations
The Perfect Tool
Profile
Water jetting helps a Maine company deliver reliable service around the clock and build a large, diverse and loyal customer base
Business Matters
Overheard Online
Cleaning professionals weigh in on collecting bad debts and protecting themselves with waiver-of-responsibility forms
Seeing Is Believing
Reader Pipelines
Industry professionals find that TV inspection helps them diagnose and solve problems efficiently and boost customer confidence
What Does the Team Think?
Safety First
How strong is your safety program? Employee surveys can point to answers.
Sky High
Tough Job
Heat, high-pressure water and a lot of skill enable a German company to clean the historic Space Needle in Seattle
Pipe Inspection Camera Is Always On the Level
Product Spotlight
With the latest generation Gen-Eye GL camera system from General Pipe Cleaners, technicians will never have to explain to customers why the water is suddenly on top of the monitor screen.
News From Around the Industry
Industry News
Gardner Denver Appoints Sales Manager; Direct Acting Wins RIDGID Design Competition
Employee or Contractor?
If you improperly classify someone who works for your business, you could end up facing trouble, including big tax penalties