Elastec celebrates 30th anniversary
Elastec celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2020. The company was founded in 1990 with the invention of the two-drum oil skimmer. The product set the foundation for the company to grow into one of the world’s largest manufacturer of environmental response equipment. The company now has over 120 employees with three locations in Illinois and one in Florida. Recently, Elastec branched out to focus on waterway trash and debris, plastic pollution and municipal waste disposal systems. The company also provides vacuum systems, baffles and turbidity curtains, power units, pumps, boats and more.
Boss Industries names new director of engineering
Todd Hudson, president of Boss Industries, announced Richard Miltenberger as the company’s new director of engineering. Miltenberger’s resume has an extensive list of rotary screw manufacturers and he previously worked at Boss Industries in its early years.
WJTA launches hands-on hydroblaster training
In response to the need for standardized hydroblasting training and credentials, the WaterJet Technology Association has launched a Hydroblaster Operator Certification Program. The program is based on the association’s Industry Best Practices for the Use of High Pressure Waterjetting Equipment, which have been the industry’s primary reference for safe and effective hydroblasting operations in North America and beyond since the mid-1980s. To ensure consistency of training delivery, the WJTA will approve Master Trainers to oversee the program. Master Trainer responsibilities include instructing and evaluating the Verified Trainers, conducting audits of FV training sessions, approving Verified Training Sites, and ongoing training program development in alignment with the WJTA’s industry best practices.
Ditch Witch announces new Certified Training modules
With the introduction of four new modules, more underground construction and outdoor professionals can take advantage of Ditch Witch Certified Training. The new modules include training for stand-on skid steers, walk-behind trenchers, ride-on trenchers and the Roto Witch Drilling Attachment. Online training modules are available at no cost by visiting www.ditchwitch.com and registering for a free MyDitchWitch account. In-person training is available at any global Ditch Witch dealer. The modules vary in length, from 30 minutes for smaller units to several hours for more complex subjects like horizontal directional drilling operation. Testing is provided to ensure those taking the modules are retaining the information.
