INDUSTRY NEWS

Don't Let Hidden Contamination Derail Your Next Development

Don't Let Hidden Contamination Derail Your Next Development

Posted by Walford Guillaume on May 28th 2025

The $2 Million Surprise No Developer Wants to Find Picture this: You're three months into construction on your flagship commercial project when work suddenly stops. The crew has discovered contaminated soil that requires immediate remediation. What started as a routine development has become a financial nightmare, complete with regulatory investigations, construction delays, and a budget that's spiraling out of control. This scenario plays out more often than you'd think. Soil contamination lurk … read more
Traffic-Rated Manholes: Essential Standards for Future Engineers

Traffic-Rated Manholes: Essential Standards for Future Engineers

Posted by Walford Guillaume on May 23rd 2025

Introduction If you're studying environmental or civil engineering and gearing up for real-world projects, it's essential to get familiar with infrastructure components like traffic-rated manholes. These aren't just heavy metal lids—they're key to designing safe, reliable systems. In this guide, we'll break down the critical load ratings—H-20, M-306, and F-900—that help ensure structures can handle various traffic conditions. Understanding Traffic-Rated Manholes Traffic-rated m … read more
Finding the Perfect Water Well Drive Point: A Simple Guide

Finding the Perfect Water Well Drive Point: A Simple Guide

Posted by Walford Guillaume on May 20th 2025

Let's face it—choosing the right water well drive point can feel a bit overwhelming. Whether you're a weekend DIYer setting up a small well on your property, a contractor handling client projects, or an environmental pro managing water resources, you want to get this decision right the first time. Good news! I'm here to walk you through everything you need to know about selecting the best drive point for your specific needs. We'll also look at some great options from ECT Manufacturing that … read more
Interactive Quiz: Is Bentonite TR30 Coated Pellets Right for Your Project?

Interactive Quiz: Is Bentonite TR30 Coated Pellets Right for Your Project?

Posted by Walford Guillaume on Apr 28th 2025

Introduction Navigating the complex world of environmental sealing solutions doesn't have to be overwhelming. Bentonite TR30 Coated Pellets offer exceptional performance for pond sealing, water retention, and grouting applications—but are they the perfect match for your specific project?  Our interactive quiz was designed to help you determine if these innovative pellets align with your unique requirements. With their biodegradable coating and user-friendly application, TR30 pellets … read more
Environmental Experts: Navigating PFAS Detection and Response Solutions

Environmental Experts: Navigating PFAS Detection and Response Solutions

Posted by Walford Guillaume on Apr 18th 2025

The Role of Environmental Professionals in PFAS Detection and Mitigation Whether you're a seasoned environmental professional or just beginning to tackle the challenges of PFAS in soil and water, we're here to provide the tools and expertise you need to make a difference. Understanding the PFAS Challenge PFAS, or Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances, represent one of today's most pressing environmental concerns. Often called "forever chemicals," these synthetic compounds have been widely used in … read more