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02.17.2026 Traditional excavation, vacuum excavation, trenching, directional drilling and boring, bursting and tunneling news for industry leaders

Drain Technicians’ Role in Stormwater System Management and Flood Mitigation The importance of storm system management in flood prevention often goes unnoticed. In particular, the pivotal role of drain technicians. Read more

The 5 Must-Haves for a Vacuum Truck Rental Here’s the essential checklist that will help you more easily find and rent the equipment you need, when you need it. Read more Sponsored by: Joe Johnson Equipment, Inc.

The True Value of a Trade Show Goes Beyond Collecting Business Leads Before you book a booth at your next trade show, have a clear understanding of what you’re really buying. Read more

Better Company Cooperation Through Clear Communication Ever had that moment when a project or task seemed crystal clear during a meeting, only to find out weeks later that everyone had completely different interpretations? Read more

Increase Your Cut Your job profits depend on tooling that works well, works fast, and works longer. Kondex Drill Defender HDD tooling delivers on all three counts. Visit us at ConExpo to learn how Kondex improves your steering, outlasts the competition, and increases your cut. Read more Sponsored by: Kondex Corporation

Cover Story: Small-Town Kansas Company Digging Into All Its Opportunities DLS Underground’s steady rise shows how versatility, smart investment and a “get it done” philosophy fuel success in challenging Kansas soils. Read more

Smart Business: Bringing Fun to the Workplace Bringing some simple fun to work can bring a moral boost and have other benefits as well. Read more

How One Crew Handles Remote Utility Work in Texas XIT Communications works across 20 rural Texas counties. With all that driving, there isn’t time to waste on unreliable equipment or lackluster dealership support. That’s why they choose Vermeer. Read more Sponsored by: Vermeer Corporation

“AI and automations can enable you to engage with customers without straining your team.” From the article: Take Advantage of an AI Assist in Your Business

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DIRTY DROPS WEEKLY

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