Michigan Articles

In this month’s regulations update, pumpers see a major surge in septic tanks overwhelmed by heavy snowmelt, and more onsite rules are in the works.

In this month’s regulations news, a Midwest state becomes the first to ban triclosan-infused soaps, and Michigan simplifies provisions in a septage storage bill.

An effort to collect on unpaid water bills throws the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department into the international spotlight.

Michigan contractor battles ice and bitter cold while cleaning the Poe Lock manholes and underfloor drainage system.

Farmington Hills is building a massive water storage tower designed to reduce peak demand charges and save ratepayers millions of dollars annually.

The EPA handed out millions of dollars in grants to support green infrastructure. Is it enough to solve algae woes?

Ray Birchmeier was devastated by the sudden death of his brother and business partner, Doug. One source of solace was a careful insurance plan that preserved the family pumping company.

Farming and pumping are two great businesses that go well together, say Michigan’s Mark and Shannon Hinterman.