Industry News: October 2018

A roundup of recent industry news exclusively for sewer and drain cleaning professionals

Vac-Con launches new interactive site
Vac-Con announced the release of a new version of its EXPLORE VAC-CON interactive website. It offers 360-degree video tours and images, giving users the ability to demonstrate a Vac-Con machine at any time, from anywhere. In addition to the website, the company released new literature for its primary product portfolio. The new EXPLORE VAC-CON site can be viewed at www.vac-con.com/salesadvantage.

Vac-Tron Equipment wins Companies to Watch Award
Vac-Tron Equipment announced it was a 2018 winner of the Florida Companies to Watch Award. The company was selected from more than 500 nominees in the statewide program managed by economic development group GrowFL, in association with the Edward Lowe Foundation. Vac-Tron Equipment’s management team, competitive market position, and strong community involvement were among several factors that put it in contention for the award. 

Custom Truck One Source announces acquisition
Custom Truck One Source announced the acquisition of Great Pacific Equipment, a distributor of construction and utility equipment serving the Southwest region of the U.S. With offices in Fontana and Bakersfield, California, Great Pacific Equipment’s existing management will partner with Custom Truck One Source to grow the business in the region. This acquisition marks the ninth one under the Custom Truck One Source brand since its formation in February 2015.

Gus Bozzano
Gus Bozzano

Pipe Lining Supply adds new technical rep
Pipe Lining Supply announced the appointment of Augustus “Gus” Bozzano II to the position of technical representative serving the Northeastern U.S. He will support the company’s customer base with training, advice, and sales for CIPP lateral lining and AIPPR pipe coating projects for drain, waste, and vent in Philadelphia and the surrounding areas. 

Electric Eel celebrates 60th ARA Rental Show
Electric Eel will be exhibiting at its 60th annual ARA (American Rental Association) Rental Show in Anaheim, California. Established in 1939, Electric Eel has supported the rental industry from its early days, first with the original dual-cable sectional mainline machine to today’s full line of drain and sewer cleaning machines including sectional units, drum machines, high-pressure water jetters, and a full line of pipeline inspection and location products.

Britt Babcock
Britt Babcock

Avanti International announces new leadership
Avanti International announced the appointment of Britt N. Babcock, P.E., as president. He has been with the company since 2011 and most recently served as vice president of sales. Babcock has over 25 years of engineering, construction, sales and management experience. He will be based at Avanti International’s headquarters outside of Houston. Frank Aguilar, who had been serving as interim president, will resume his position as vice president of operations.



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