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Featured ARTICLES 21 Positioning Your Company for a Future Sale By Tim McDaniel

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2014 Groundwater Expo 30 Groundwater Expo Highlights Know all of the happenings that have learning, networking, and fun in mind. 35 Groundwater Expo Educational Opportunities Find out about the countless opportunities to learn and improve your skills at the Expo this year. 21

51 Groundwater Expo Q&A By Jennifer Strawn

About the cover: The National Groundwater Association’s Groundwater Expo and Annual Meeting takes place December 9-12 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Las Vegas has been home to the biggest Expos ever and the exhibit hall is sure to be packed once again this year. For complete coverage of the Expo, go to page 30. Photo by Chris Casella. 4 䡲 October 2014 WWJ

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Featured COLUMNISTS 58 Your Money By William J. Lynott

Battling Healthcare Costs More people are turning to health savings accounts. Are they right for you?

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The Case for Recordkeeping

WWJ DEPARTMENTS 6 First Up It’s an Expo World 8 Editor’s Note Learning the Little Things 10 In This Issue 12 Industry Newsline California’s groundwater law receives Governor’s OK 16 The Log Pump safety DVD continues to be best seller 18 Web Notes NGWA announces 2014 award winners 76 Coming Events 78 Industry Newsmakers Franklin Electric’s Dianna Scott joins WSC board 80 Featured Products 84 Taking Delivery 86 Index of Advertisers 88 Regional Marketplace 90 Classified Marketplace Twitter @WaterWellJournl

Not keeping illness and injury records is one of the top OSHA citations and has been for years.

62 Engineering Your Business By Ed Butts, PE, CPI

Design-Build vs. Design-Bid-Build Part 2: Techniques and methods used by project managers

66 ACT Like a Sales Pro By Julie Hansen

Face the Fire: How to Handle Irate Customers Save the relationship first and the business second.

68 The Water Works By Ed Butts, PE, CPI

Engineering of Water Systems Part 11(e)—The Source: The Well, Part 5

74 The After Market By Ron Slee

You Manage Processes . . . But You Lead People How does your leadership stack up? The views expressed in the columns are the authors’ opinions based on their professional experience.

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LEARNING THE LITTLE THINGS

Advancing the expertise of groundwater professionals and furthering groundwater awareness.

ometimes there are little steps in a process we just aren’t as good at as we wish to be. The bigger things—the critical items—we have down. Some may even call us experts when it comes to those. But as you know, it can be the little things that make a job stand out. We all have them; things we wish we were better at. For me, it’s headline writing. I can write a headline. Heck, I even write good headlines. But those ones that make a reader pause or even smile before they dive into an article? I don’t know that I consistently produce those. I mention this because the 2014 NGWA® Groundwater Expo and Annual Meeting takes place December 9-12 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The hours and hours of professional development sessions offered at the event will give you the opportunity to brush up on a myriad of tasks so you can be the best groundwater professional in your area. Figuring out which workshops can help you most can be an overwhelming experience at any conference. But finding the right Expo session has never been easier than it is this year. The Groundwater Expo onsite program and the Groundwater Expo app will list, with its workshop descriptions, which duties from the DACUM research charts for pump installers and drilling contractors will be covered within the sessions. What’s a DACUM, you ask. DACUM is an acronym for developing a curriculum. It is designed to provide a picture of what workers must do or have in terms of duties, tasks, knowledge, skills, traits, and in some cases, the tools they use. It is presented as a chart and ideal tool to show new employees or veterans wanting to brush up on skills. NGWA’s staff and a team of industry professionals produced DACUMs for pump installers and drilling contractors a few years ago. An example of how the DACUM reads is the first step for pump installers. It reads simply “A. Determine customer needs.” But within that step are seven more items, such as “Assess current water situation” and “Troubleshoot water problem over the phone.” These are items A-3 and A-6, respectively. Some of the steps have 10 to 20 items within them. So the professional development offerings listed at the Expo will feature notations such as C-2, F-8, and more. Look for them, and most importantly, know what they mean. In fact, I suggest you check out the DACUMs on the NGWA website before you head to Las Vegas and look for notations you know you need help on.

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In this ISSUE he 2014 NGWA Groundwater Expo and Annual Meeting is the focus of the October 2014 issue of Water Well Journal as more than 27 pages are dedicated to the biggest show in the groundwater industry. The Expo takes place December 9-12 in Las Vegas, Nevada. All of the days will be filled with a variety of events providing you with the opportunity to learn and impact your business when you return home. You can find out about all of the happenings in the “Expo Highlights” section on page 30. Beginning with the opening day of the Expo, the section covers the key events happening throughout the four days. Included are details on the exhibit hall, the kickoff lecture of the National Ground Water Research and Educational Foundation McEllhiney Lecture Series, and other happenings enabling you to network with your peers. A fun event to meet up with industry professionals will be the Opening Session and Awards Presentations where attendees will take in a talk from Alex Bandar, Ph.D., founder and CEO of the Columbus Idea Foundry in Columbus, Ohio. He will present the H2O Talk, “Improving the World—One Idea at a Time,” which details how the next generation of products and innovations are being developed. The 2015 McEllhiney Lecturer is Ronald B. Peterson from Baroid Industrial Drilling Products who debuts at the Expo the lecture he will take around the country next year. It is titled “Drilling Fluids: A Common Sense Approach” and explains the progress that is being made as technology and the understanding of drilling fluids and grouts improves. Details about the “Expo Educational Opportunities” are on page 35. There are countless ways to learn and they range from workshops to panel discussions and cover a variety of topics. The offerings come in the following categories: business management, geothermal operations, groundwater supply, and groundwater quality.

There is a Groundwater Expo Q & A with one of the presenters on page 51. WWJ freelance writer Jennifer Strawn interviews John Jansen, Ph.D., PG, RG, a senior associate and hydrogeologist for Leggette, Brashears & Graham Inc. in West Bend, Wisconsin, who will lead a workshop session at the Expo titled “Drilling Unconventional Wells to Develop Difficult Aquifers” with two colleagues. Jansen discusses the most important issues faced by water providers today, the types of projects coming to his firm right now, and the drought that is plaguing parts of the country, while also Jennifer Strawn giving a preview of what his Expo session will entail.

In this month’s Water Well Journal Q & A on page 24, Senior Editor Mike Price speaks with John Hofer, executive director of the California Groundwater Association, about the three-year drought in his state and how it is impacting the groundwater industry. Hofer is vice president, principal hydrogeologist, and co-founder of Geoconsultants Inc. in San Jose, California. He is also a California registered professional geologist and certified engineering geologist with more than 30 years of experience in the evaluation of hydrogeologic projects. An accompanying sidebar article provides information on a water Mike Price level meter manufactured by Eno Scientific being used throughout the country and particularly in drought-stricken states like California and Texas.

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The latest installment of the Your Money column is timely as it is titled “Battling Healthcare Costs.” The column by William Lynott beginning on page 58 explains health savings accounts and states many small business owners are turning to them as an option for their company. Lynott details how the plans work, who is eligible for them, how to set them up, and group options that are available for businesses.

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he San Jose Mercury News reported California Governor Jerry Brown signed a landmark measure on September 16 to regulate groundwater pumping, the most significant California water law in nearly 50 years. The legislation would require local government officials to bring their groundwater basins up to sustainable levels. Local agencies would be required to regularly measure water tables and set goals so only as much water is taken out as is naturally replenished. Decades of intense pumping have dropped water tables dangerously low in places such as the San Joaquin Valley. Scientific studies show the ground is sinking in many hard-hit areas. However, the law will take years to implement. Agencies in the most overpumped basins will be required to submit plans to the state by January 2020. It could be decades, experts say, before the most depleted groundwater basins are replenished.

The legislation, sponsored by Senator Fran Pavley (D-Agoura Hills), and Assemblyman Roger Dickinson (D-Sacramento), is designed to halt over-pumping by directing local public agencies to establish groundwater entities that will develop management plans. If local agencies donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take action, the State Water Resources Control Board can step in and do it. Brown and Democratic legislative leaders backed the proposal, but Republicans and Central Valley Democrats argued it was too sweeping and would hurt farmers already struggling amid the ongoing drought.

Groundwater Monitoring Network Is Included in FY 2015 Funding Bill The U.S. House of Representatives fiscal year (FY) 2015 Interior and Environment Appropriations bill would provide funding to begin implementation of a National Ground Water Monitoring Network. The House Appropriations Committee passed the bill and accompanying

report in July. The bill includes funding for the Department of the Interior, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Forest Service, Indian Health Service, and various independent and related agencies. In total, the bill includes $30.2 billion in base funding, an increase of $162 million above the FY 2014 enacted level and a reduction of $409 million below the request of President Barack Obama. The bill funds the EPA at $7.5 billion, a reduction of $717 million below the FY 2014 enacted level. Administrative funding for the agency is cut by $24 million. Staffing levels at the EPA are held to 15,000, the lowest level since 1989. The legislation also includes provisions to stop the EPA from implementing new greenhouse gas regulations for new and existing power plants, changes to the definition of â&#x20AC;&#x153;navigable watersâ&#x20AC;? under the Clean Water Act, and change to the definition of â&#x20AC;&#x153;fill material.â&#x20AC;? The Superfund program would receive $1.15 billionâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;$67.8 million above the FY 2014 enacted level and equal to the budget request. The House Committee also directed the EPA to use

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the additional funds to initiate remediation at sites on the backlog list and support “pipeline” activities such as remedial investigations, feasibility studies, and remedial designs. The committee also voiced support for efforts to de-obligate unused funds from sites and redirect those funds to new construction projects. The Leaking Underground Storage Tank program would receive $95.6 million—$1 million above the FY 2014 enacted level and $2.2 million below the budget request. For water infrastructure, the bill provides $1.9 million, which is $580 million below the FY 2014 enacted level and $25 million above the budget request. In justifying the reductions, the House Committee noted nearly $22 billion has been appropriated for water and wastewater infrastructure assistance since 2009. A balance of $6 billion is currently available for drinking water and wastewater infrastructure projects in FY 2014. The House Committee also encourage the EPA and other stakeholders to consider alternate financing mechanisms, noting that federal financing through the State Revolving Funds is an important but insufficient tool to address the nation’s water needs. Public-private partnerships, greater access to financing from private activity bonds, and improved asset management were cited as examples by the committee of ways to complement federal appropriations and reduce costs. The bill includes $1 billion for the U.S. Geological Survey, a $4 million increase above the FY 2014 enacted level. Within this amount, the bill prioritizes funding for programs dealing with natural hazards, stream gages, the groundwater monitoring network, mapping activities, and the earthquake early warning system. Current expectations are that final FY 2015 appropriations funding will not be finalized until after the election. If the Republicans gain control of the Senate in the upcoming election, a decision on final FY 2015 funding measures may be pushed off until 2015. In the interim, short-term continuing resolutions funding agencies at current levels would fill the gap. If the Democrats retain control Twitter @WaterWellJournl

of the Senate, a final FY 2015 omnibus bill may be passed in the lame duck session following the November elections.

USGS Releases New Karst Map of United States

he U.S. Geological Survey has worked on developing a new karst map of the United States for the past several years, and it was finally released August 7. Unlike the previous version from 1984, you can download the report and its maps digitally, while you can also

download the map for display in GIS and Google Earth software. The metadata (information sources) are digitally available. The authors, Dave Weary and Dan Doctor, plan to accept comments on this work, acquire other data, and then supersede it within a few years with a more formal series of maps, including printed paper maps. To send comments and for more information, visit http://pubs.usgs.gov/ of/2014/1156. NEWS continues on page 14

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Highway Funding Bill Takes Money from LUST Trust Fund The U.S. Congress passed and sent to President Barack Obama a $10.8 billion bill to fund highway and transit programs through May 2015. The measure was needed to avoid a shutdown of highway projects. For the groundwater industry, this new law means $1 billion in the Leaking Underground Storage Tank Fund will be transferred to the Highway Trust Fund to prop it up. The continuing collection of taxes meets current LUST Fund appropriation levels. The bill also pushes off authorization of a longterm transportation bill until the next Congress. The new Congress will continue to struggle with how to raise funds to maintain the Highway Trust Fund over the long term. Among the potential options are changes to fuel taxes. A fuel tax based on miles traveled has been set aside in the past. A measure to raise the fuel taxes across the board and index for inflation has been proposed by the

President and others. The Association for Convenience & Fuel Retailing also suggested if money continues to be withdrawn from the LUST Trust Fund to meet highway funding needs instead of its original purpose, the LUST taxes should be eliminated. During the recent debate on short-term funding, Senator Ron Wyden (D-Oregon) proposed changing the highway use tax on heavy equipment, but that proposal faced opposition. Other issues addressed in past highway bills include the hours of service rules, mobile machinery definition, and onboard recorders. NGWA sent a letter earlier this year setting out its views on the importance of protecting groundwater and addressing existing contamination through the LUST Fund.

Groundwater Flow Model for Aquifers in Texas Evaluates Sustainability The Edwards-Trinity aquifer, a major aquifer in the Pecos County region of western Texas, is a vital groundwater resource for agricultural, industrial, and public supply uses. Resource managers

would like to better understand the future availability of water in the region and the effects of the possible increase or temporal redistribution of groundwater withdrawals. To that end, the U.S. Geological Survey, in cooperation with the Middle Pecos Groundwater Conservation District, Pecos County, City of Fort Stockton, Brewster County, and Pecos County Water Control and Improvement District No. 1, completed a comprehensive, integrated analysis of available hydrogeologic data to develop a groundwater flow model of the Edwards-Trinity and related aquifers in parts of Brewster, Jeff Davis, Pecos, and Reeves counties. Following calibration, the model was used to evaluate the sustainability of recent (2008) and projected water-use demands on groundwater resources in the study area. To see this tool, visit http://pubs.er .usgs.gov/publication/fs20143029.

Georgia’s 15-Year Ban on Aquifer Banking Expires The Associated Press reports the moratorium imposed to protect the

Education, exhibits, and everything in between Why did you join NGWA? For the education and trade show opportunities. What are the most important aspects to you of NGWA membership? The educational offerings, and meeting other contractors, as well as manufacturers and suppliers. What would you say to someone thinking of joining NGWA? Do! And be sure to participate in the annual Expo — from the workshops to the exhibit hall. Dan Meyer, MGWC, CVCLD CFO, Gregg Drilling & Testing Inc. NGWA member since 1985

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Floridan aquifer in 11 Georgia counties—those along and closest to the state’s 100-mile coast from Savannah to St. Marys—lapsed July 1 after an attempt in the legislature to make the regional ban permanent was put on hold. Now area water managers and residents, business organizations, and environmental groups are debating whether a relatively small corner of the state— just 11 of its 159 counties—should be closed altogether to a technology other states are increasingly turning to. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency says more than 540 waterbanking wells have been installed in the United States, largely in arid southwestern states like Arizona and Nevada and coastal states including California and Texas. Proponents say storing water in underground aquifers is more efficient than building expensive reservoirs that take up real estate above ground. What has made coastal Georgia particularly uneasy about underground water storage? While the vast Floridan aquifer sprawls over 100,000 square miles beneath all of Florida plus coastal portions of Alabama, Georgia, and South Carolina, the Georgia coast sits over a portion known to be a sweet spot for particularly pure water. “Our water quality is extremely high,” says James Reichard, a geology professor at Georgia Southern University who specializes in hydrogeology. “What sets us apart a little bit differently here on the coast of Georgia is that we’re dealing with a pristine aquifer that’s our principal water supply. When you’re using this as storage, there’s a higher risk.”

long-term availability of groundwater. The model was constructed using the U.S. Geological Survey modular threedimensional finite-difference groundwater-flow model, MODFLOW-NWT. The model uses 3-kilometer (9842.5 feet) grid cells that subdivide the model domain by 126 rows and 131 columns. Vertically, the model domain was subdivided into six geologic model units. Natural recharge was estimated using gridded historical estimates of annual precipitation for the period 1895–2007. Pre-development recharge was esti-

mated to be the average natural recharge for this period. Irrigation recharge and irrigation pumping were estimated using a remote-sensing based soil-water balance model for the period 1985–2007. Pre-1985 irrigation recharge and pumping were estimated using previously published compilation maps and the history of large-scale irrigation projects. Pumping estimates for municipal, industrial, rural, residential, and all other uses were estimated using reported values and census data. To view the groundwater flow model, visit http://pubs.usgs.gov/sir/2014/5127.

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NGWA added 160 new members in July. The total consisted of 76 scientists and engineers, 70 contractors, 6 manufacturers, 4 students, 2 suppliers, and 2 associates. A total of 497 members renewed their membership as well. To learn more about NGWA and how to become a member, visit the website at www.NGWA.org/Membership.

Texas Certified Well Driller Earns Geothermal Certification A certified well driller from Texas joined the ranks of NGWA’s Certified Vertical Closed Loop Drillers in July. NGWA welcomed Jacob Crouse, CWD, CVCLD, of Crouse Drilling in Archer City, Texas, as the Association’s newest certified geothermal professional. Crouse, who became a member of the National Ground Water Association in April, earned his Certified Well Driller designation in April before earning the geothermal recognition three months later. In all, NGWA administered 10 certification exams in July, with four of those passing. Twelve exams were taken

for state licensure purposes, with seven passing scores. In the first seven months of the year, there were 69 certification exams given and 139 state licensing exams were administered. If you have questions about the NGWA certification programs, contact Jessica Rhoads, NGWA industry practices administrator/certification coordinator, at jrhoads@ngwa.org, or call (800) 551-7379, ext. 511. If outside the United States, call (614) 898-7791, ext. 511.

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By becoming a CVCLD, you will increase your professional expertise and your company’s marketability over your competition. Exams for the CVCLD designation can be scheduled by calling PSI LaserGrade at (800) 211-2754 (360-896-9111 outside the United States). The 75 questions on the exam encompass the skills and competencies reflected on the DACUM for Geothermal Vertical Closed Loop Drilling Operations. For more information about the CVCLD certification, visit NGWA’s website at www.NGWA.org, scroll to the “Professional Resources” tab and click on “Certifications and exams.”

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NGWA’s Pump Safety DVD Continues to Be a Best Seller NGWA’s DVD in its Online Bookstore covering water system installation and pump service safety continues to be a top-seller. Created by NGWA Press and Training Without Boredom in cooperation with WellGuard and The Hartford, Pump Safe, Pump Smart is designed to help water well contracting firms learn about the hazards of pump installation and service and gain new insight to make sure everyone is kept safe. In a fun, highly watchable way, the DVD covers job preparation, site safety assessments, figuring your load, PPE, site mobilization and setup, blocking and leveling, proper handling of the pump column and wire, pulling the pump, inspection, transportation, moving equipment, tools, lighting, maintenance, and more. Whether companies work on small residential wells, mid-size wells, or wells thousands of feet deep, Pump Safe, Pump Smart is an ideal tool to get crews thinking about safety. More information on it can be found at www.NGWA.org in the Online Bookstore. waterwelljournal.com

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NGWA Announces 2014 Award Winners NGWA recognizes excellence in the groundwater industry by annually awarding those individuals and companies that have made significant contributions to the industry. Awards will be presented during the Opening Ceremony and Awards Presentations at the 2014 NGWA Groundwater Expo and Annual Meeting, December 9-12 in Las Vegas. W. Richard Laton, Ph.D., PG, CHG, CPG, California State University-Fullerton, Santa Ana, California, will receive NGWA’s top honor as this year’s recipient of the Ross L. Oliver Award. Established in Oliver’s honor by his family, this award is presented to a member who has made outstanding contributions to the groundwater industry.

Awards of Excellence Fred Molz, Ph.D., research professor and distinguished scientist emeritus at Clemson University, Anderson, South Carolina, is this year’s recipient of the M. King Hubbert Award, presented to a person who has made major science or engineering contributions to the knowledge of groundwater through research, technical papers, teaching, and practical applications. The Life Member Award is presented to retired NGWA members or members of retirement age who have contributed a special service in the furtherance of the groundwater industry or to NGWA: • Henry “Hank” Baski, Baski Inc., Englewood, Colorado • Richard “Dick” Henkle, Garden City, Kansas • Steven P. Maslansky, Maslansky GeoEnvironmental, Prescott, Arizona James Rumbaugh, Environmental Simulations Inc., Reinholds, Pennsylvania, will receive the 2014 Technology Award, presented to a person who has made major contributions to the groundwater industry in the development of ideas, tools, and equipment; techniques of well construction; exemplary service to coworkers through the industry in sharing these developments; or performing services for the protection of the groundwater resource and the consuming public. The late Ralph Cadwallader, Crabbs Prairie, Texas, Loop Tech International Inc., and the Miami Conservancy District are this year’s recipients of the Special Recognition Award. This award is presented to an individual or organization that demonstrates dedication, service, and commitment to the groundwater industry and community through involvement and achievement on a local or regional level.

Secure Booth Space at NGWA Groundwater Expo The online booth selection database for the 2014 NGWA® Groundwater Expo and Annual Meeting, December 9-12 in Las Vegas, is up and running for industry manufacturers and suppliers at www.GroundwaterExpo.com. With the online process, you can request your booth space, complete the exhibit application, and pay for the space with a credit card. The Expo trade show dates are December 10 and 11. These days give you the opportunity to gain direct access to thou18 䡲 October 2014 WWJ

Beverly L. Herzog, Champaign, Illinois, will receive the 2014 Standard Bearer Award, presented to an outstanding volunteer involved in the legislative process on behalf of NGWA and its initiatives. U.S. Senator Rob Portman (R-Ohio) earlier received the 2014 Groundwater Protector Award, which recognizes outstanding public service in conjunction with groundwater conservation, protection, and use.

Divisional Awards Paul Barlow, Ph.D., USGS, Northborough, Massachusetts, and Stanley Leake, USGS, Tucson, Arizona, will receive the 2014 John Hem Award for Excellence in Science & Engineering. This award is presented by the NGWA Scientists and Engineers Division in recognition of significant, recent scientific or engineering contributions to the understanding of groundwater. W. Richard Laton, Ph.D., PG, CHG, CPG, California State University-Fullerton, Santa Ana, California, will receive the 2014 Keith E. Anderson Award, presented by the NGWA Scientists and Engineers Division in recognition of outstanding contributions to the Association. Kris Jackson, Pentair, Delavan, Wisconsin, will receive the 2014 Manufacturers Division Special Recognition Award, which is given by the NGWA Manufacturers Division to honor an individual’s accomplishments in the groundwater manufacturing industry including, but not limited to, industry improvements, special education contributions, and patents and technology. Mark Durham, Gicon Pumps & Equipment Ltd., Abernathy, Texas, will receive the 2014 Supplier of the Year Award, presented by the NGWA Suppliers Division in recognition of outstanding contributions to the Association.

Outstanding Groundwater Project Award Essential Management Solutions LLC, the former Herington, Kansas, Army Air Base Project, will receive the Groundwater Remediation Award. NGWA Outstanding Groundwater Project Awards recognize member innovation and contributions affecting groundwater supply, protection, and remediation. Read more about NGWA awards, which honor the best of the best in the groundwater industry, and past recipients of these awards at www.NGWA/Awards.

sands of groundwater professionals. You can meet a year’s worth of contacts in just two days and showcase your products at the most prestigious show in the groundwater industry. Attendees at the Expo are there to inspect and compare products and equipment vital to their livelihood. If you have questions, contact NGWA’s Vickie Crosby at vcrosby@ngwa.org, or call (800) 551-7379 (614 898-7791 outside the United States), ext. 593, or Shelby Fleck at sfleck@ngwa.org, ext. 523. waterwelljournal.com

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Part 3: The nuts and bolts of the sale By Tim McDaniel

his is the last article in a three-part series about selling your business. The prior two articles focused on getting your business ready for sale and deciding on the best buyer for your business. The series will conclude by going over the actual selling process. Selling a business is unlike any transaction you have ever experienced. The largest transaction most have been involved with is real estate. Selling your house can be complex, but it is childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s play compared to selling a business. The price and cash you receive from selling your house are easy to comprehend. There is a closing statement that spells it all out. Also, it is pretty clear what is being sold. Namely, your Twitter @WaterWellJournl

house and specific contents that have been identified in the three-page real estate contract. The same cannot be said about a business transaction. When you sell your business, you will come to an agreement on the price for the business with the buyer. The question is: How will the price be paid? It is rare when it is like a real estate purchase in that 100% of the price is paid at closing. The typical components of the payment for a business are as follows: â&#x20AC;˘ The majority of the price is paid in cash at closing. MCDANIEL continues on page 22

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A portion of the price is held in escrow. The seller may finance a portion of the deal with a note. The price may increase due to an earn-out clause. A consulting, non-compete, and employment agreement is necessary, or should be included.

As a seller of your business, you want as much of the deal price as possible to be in cash at closing and will want to sell your company’s stock (stock deal). You will then relieve yourself from any obligations that may arise from the past and have a huge tax advantage. The buyer does not want to buy your stock, and would rather buy business assets and assume as few of your liabilities as possible (asset deal). During my career, about 90% of sales transactions have been asset deals. The following is the typical order of events that should occur once you decide to place your business on the market: • • • • •

Select your transaction team. Locate the buyer and sign a letter of intent. Enter the due diligence process. Negotiate the purchase agreement. Close the deal.

Your Transaction Team It is important you select the right advisers to be on your team. Once the deal is closed, there is no turning back. For most, this will be the largest and most complex transaction you will be a part of in your lifetime. You will need trusted, experienced advisers to assist you and be able to provide you with their full attention. The diagram shows which advisers are needed and how they interact with each other.

Before placing your business on the market, I recommend you obtain an independent valuation providing you with a value for both a synergistic buyer and a financial buyer. This will provide you with some assurance of the validity of the offers you receive. The person you hire to find the buyer and quarterback the process has many different names in the business community. These include investment bankers, business brokers, and intermediaries. Investment bankers typically handle large transactions (in excess of $100 million). Business brokers deal with smaller transactions ($1 million or less). The intermediary has many different roles in the selling process. The main job is to find the right buyer for you, quar22 䡲 October 2014 WWJ

Learn How to Grow the Value of Your Business Head to the NGWA Online Bookstore for the book Know and Grow the Value of Your Business by Tim McDaniel, the author of this feature article. The book is a guide for business owners on how to retire with wealth as it details how to adapt an investment mindset when running a business. The book lays out a plan including information on: (1) how a company is valued; (2) steps to immediately increase the value; (3) details on the different types of buyers; (4) how to remove yourself from day-to-day operations; and (5) how to exit the business on your terms. Look for it at www.NGWA.org. terback the entire process, and be the buffer zone between you and the buyer. It’s a critical role. You want them to create competition among buyers to drive up the price in a confidential way. Like real estate agents, the majority of the intermediary’s compensation is a percentage of what you sell your business for. If you know how the buyer will be, then you may not need an intermediary or request they work for a lower percentage of the deal. The transaction attorney also has a very important role. That’s to let you sleep at night after the deal is closed. Studies have shown that less than 50% of buyers are satisfied with a merger and acquisition transaction. There are various reasons why buyers are dissatisfied with a deal. They may believe they paid too much for the business. It could be they did not fully understand how the business operated. They may have felt they were misled by the seller regarding the health of the business. Even if you disclosed everything possible and the buyer had complete access to all materials, there is still a chance the buyer will try to negotiate a lower purchase price or try to recover some of the proceeds paid to you. The transaction attorney’s role is to document your wishes in the purchase agreement and to limit your exposure to future litigation or recovery of funds once the deal has closed. Finally, you will want to retain an expert in the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) tax field. They should be someone that really understands M&A tax issues and has plenty of experience. A mistake in how taxes are treated in an M&A transaction will cost you dearly. If you don’t have the proper tax structure on your deal, up to 50% of your proceeds could go to Uncle Sam.

Letter of Intent Once a buyer is found, it’s time for the engagement period. Like a prospective groom giving his future bride the promise of a great life and commitment with a ring, so does the buyer with the letter of intent. This is a preliminary, non-binding

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Gain Business Knowledge at the Groundwater Expo Tim McDaniel, the author of this three-part series, will lead two professional development sessions at the NGWA Groundwater Expo on December 9 in Las Vegas, Nevada. McDaniel’s first session is from 9:15-10:15 a.m. and is titled “Leaving Your Business on Your Terms: The Days After Tomorrow.” Like this article series, it discusses having an exit strategy for your company at the end of your career. His second session, “Maximizing Your Company Value in Uncertain Economic Times,“ is from 1:45-2:45 p.m. and provides steps on increasing the value of your business. document that records an agreement between the parties on the major terms of a deal. Key components of this agreement are as follows: • Specifics of what is being purchased, including whether the transaction is an asset deal or a stock deal • Price and final payout at closing • Agreement about any seller financing or earn-out • Details of the due diligence process • Removal of the seller from the market • Proposal for a closing date.

Due Diligence This is the most dreaded part of the deal process since the buyer is going to examine the business with a fine-toothed comb. This is the area where most deals crumble. The seller will be inundated with questions and requests, all without knowing how the process is going from the buyer’s point of view. It is important to disclose potential issues and less favorable items to the buyer prior to signing the letter of intent (LOI). It is much easier to negotiate the impact of any bad news on the deal price before signing the LOI rather than after signing it. Most buyers will ask for a period of 60 to 90 days to complete their due diligence. You will want to negotiate this down to no more than 60 days, with a due diligence update midway through the process. Having audited financial statements available will make this process go much smoother and quicker. From the buyer’s perspective, the quality of information available about your business is critical. If they are not able to feel comfortable that the company’s financial statements reflect reality, the deal will die or be subject to a price revision.

Asset Purchase Agreement The asset purchase agreement (APA) is the definitive agreement that finalizes all terms and conditions related to the sale of your company’s assets. It is different from a stock purchase agreement where the stock is sold. Since a wide majority of deals are asset purchases, we will only focus on the APA. Generally, an APA contains the following items: • Identification of the specific assets being purchased • Purchase price Twitter @WaterWellJournl

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Amount of cash to be paid at closing Details of any seller notes or earn-out What assets are excluded from the sale What liabilities will be assumed by the purchaser Date of closing Representations, warranties, and indemnifications Allocation of purchase price for tax purposes Exhibits that include financial statements.

As mentioned earlier, your attorney’s job is to limit your exposure post-closing. Representations and warranties are statements of fact and assurances made by both the buyer and the seller. The buyer wants comprehensive representations and warranties to protect themselves against any problems or unforeseen issues. The seller wants to give as few representations and warranties as they can and limit the financial impact if there is a breach. Indemnification provides one party with a contractual remedy for recovering post-closing monetary damages arising from a breach of a representation, a warranty, or any other contract issue. Don’t overlook the importance of this part of the APA. Make sure you are able to sleep soundly after you sign the contract and close the deal and not worry about the buyer trying to recover some of the purchase price.

Closing the Deal This is what you’ve been waiting for. Sign the APA and get your money! However, most deals do not close upon signing of the APA and there can be a small time lag to make sure the transition from old owner to new owner is smooth. The deal is not closed until you see the funds wired into your account or a check at the closing table. At closing, you will have some deductions from your sale proceeds. Your intermediary will receive their fee at closing and the other professionals who assisted in the transaction may insist on being paid at closing as well. There are no taxes withheld at the closing and you will need to send what you owe to the IRS, based on the recommendations of your tax adviser. Selling your business is time consuming and can be an emotionally draining process. But it also can be rewarding to see your baby go to a buyer you are happy with and have money in the bank from the sale. It is important you enter the selling process with your eyes wide open and fully understand the entire process. WWJ Tim McDaniel is director of business valuations at Rea & Associates in Columbus, Ohio. He specializes in business valuation and succession planning. A recognized leader in the field, he has been involved in more than 2000 valuation engagements. McDaniel prides himself on using plain English to teach business owners the value of their most prized asset and how to increase that value. He is the author of Know and Grow the Value of Your Business: An Owner’s Guide to Retiring Rich.

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WATER WELL JOURNAL Q&A

JOHN HOFER California Groundwater Association

alifornia is one of the most regulated states in the nation and joined the rest of the western states in regulating groundwater. However, a three-bill package, which Governor Jerry Brown signed on September 16, will take years to implement. Water Well Journal caught up with California Groundwater Association Executive Director John Hofer in late August to talk about the possibility of the state regulating groundwater. Hofer is vice president, principal hydrogeologist, and co-founder of Geoconsultants Inc. in San Jose, California. John Hofer He is a Californiaregistered professional geologist and certified engineering geologist with more than 30 years of experience in the evaluation of hydrogeologic projects. Hofer is a past president and former technical member of the year winner of the California Groundwater Association (CGA), which represents 400 businesses and thousands of contractors. Water Well Journal: As of late August, what do you see as the impacts to California groundwater and groundwater users if any of these groundwater management bills get passed? John Hofer: Should any of these bills be passed as currently proposed, the CGA fears one more layer of regulation may severely limit the use of groundwater as a source of irrigation water. Additionally, the threat of moratoriums to further drilling in high-priority basins are frightening to an industry only now beginning to recover from the recent economic downturn. While it is too soon to gauge the total impact of the legislation on the state’s groundwater and its industry, the comprehensive nature opens the door to unintended consequences. 24 䡲 October 2014 WWJ

The CGA has gone on record as opposing all three bills in their current form. It is the CGA’s contention too much power is potentially being given to the Groundwater Sustainability Agency. There is also significant concern the GSA’s potential ability to purchase or appropriate land for the purposes of implementing a sustainability plan may adversely impact existing overlying groundwater rights.

Before this decision, many agencies had the authority to regulate groundwater pumping but chose not to enforce. It’s unclear whether the court will mandate enforcement as part of the final decision. From what I have been able to determine, it seems likely some CGA members may encounter increased groundwater regulations in localized areas, but others may experience little change in the permitting process.

WWJ: Up to 65% of California’s water supply could flow from underground this year, according to a California Water Foundation report, up from an estimated 40% in regular years. What do you see as the impact if that continues and what are you most concerned with if it does? John: The primary reason for the increase in groundwater production is due to a decrease in surface water allocations to agriculture. Presumably as the drought eases, surface water will become more plentiful and the percentages will even out. If the drought continues for several more years, the dependency on groundwater will undoubtedly increase. The potential for long-term consequences such as subsidence are then obviously increased.

WWJ: What is your view on the short- and long-term challenges with maintaining groundwater levels in California? John: In order to answer this question, one must first define “maintaining groundwater levels.” Keeping water levels at a specific level is virtually impossible given the changes in weather patterns and population and the variable usage over time. If the long-term goal is to avoid continuing overdrafting of the aquifers, then some kind of local science-based management should probably occur. In developing this type of strategy, the challenge will be to assure long-term management plans are based on an assessment of equally long-term climatological, pumping, and population data. Short-term answers to long-term problems such as declining water levels are often clouded by memories of the most recent past.

WWJ: This past summer the Superior Court in Sacramento County, California, issued an important public trust doctrine decision. The court’s ruling concluded the public trust doctrine applies to groundwater withdrawals that impact a surface water stream. What impact will the court’s holding have on groundwater regulation in California? On California Groundwater Association members? John: Currently the impacts of the decision cannot be determined because the plaintiffs have yet to prove they were actually harmed. However, assuming harm is in fact established, it may be some time before the groundwater industry in California fully understands the ramifications.

WWJ: What are your thoughts on more managed aquifer recharge projects, monitoring wells, or community wells being viable, sustainable options in groundwater management in California? Have you seen these type of projects increasing recently? John: Over the years, the state has tackled surface water and now groundwater but has never succeeded in developing a comprehensive overall water policy. Many CGA members feel now is the time for California to explore artificial recharge to augment groundwater supplies. Unfortunately, I am not aware of an increase in these types of projects. HOFER continues on page 26

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industrial uses was signed seven years ago and required permanent infrastructure upgrades and eventual usage by 2016. A temporary pipeline installation this year to counteract the effects of the ongoing drought certainly accelerated the process. We hope planners throughout the state have considered the timeline for such projects and are not assuming them to be immediate solutions to drought-related shortages.

WWJ: This obviously isn’t the first drought in California. Does the state learn from the droughts in how to respond to them? What is the state doing differently in this one based on past droughts?

John: In the past 40 years there have been three major droughts in California. Neither of the previous two events prompted any serious groundwater management plans. This is the largest effort to attempt to develop a management plan to sustain our groundwater resource. WWJ: This drought has impacted the agricultural industry. How do you see the future of the agriculture industry in California playing out? Are there factors that when combined with the drought have exerted even greater adverse effects on agriculture in the state?

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John: As of 2012, California agriculture accounted for more than 11% of the total agricultural income nationwide, ranking first. The drought and the recent recession have obviously impacted the growers. The decreases in surface water allotments along with delays in having new groundwater sources constructed have, in many cases, caused farmers to let complete parcels lie fallow. However, with an improving economy, improved irrigation techniques, and the assumption the drought will eventually end, it is hard to imagine the agricultural industry in California will not recover. WWJ: How has this drought impacted CGA members? What are they talking about? Do you have a sense they view this drought as the same or different than droughts in the past? John: Right now, conversation centers on the threat of legislation impacting their ability to do business and the fact they are as busy as they have ever been. I think we as an industry are perceived to be getting fat at the expense of others, but the reality is we only get this busy when a natural catastrophe occurs. For whatever reason, the increase in business is a welcome relief to an industry

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Extra Session on Water Well Design for Drought, Climate Change to Be Offered Day After Groundwater Expo Stay an extra day at this year’s NGWA® Groundwater Expo and Annual Meeting and continue to learn with the session, “Water Well Design for Drought and Climate Change Conditions,” to be offered from 8 a.m.–12 p.m. on Friday, December 12. Learn about the unique challenges— and solutions—involved with the design, installation, and operation of water supply wells in areas affected by extended drought conditions or climatic change. Please note this event comes with a fee separate than the Expo registration fee. See page 44 for more information or visit www.GroundwaterExpo.com. that suffered greatly throughout the recession. The mere chance increased regulations might curtail business makes most of our members fearful and consequently angry.

WWJ: Lastly, what does the future look like for the groundwater industry in California? John: As with many of these questions, there is a short- and long-term answer. In the short term, the future is extremely bright. With scheduling backlogs ranging from six months to a year in most cases, the next several years look positive, even if proposed regulatory legislation is enacted. However, the future in five to 10 years is far more difficult to gauge. If legislation leads to the curtailment of new well construction in major basins, the impacts industry-wide will be felt for years to come. If, on the other hand, the CGA continues to work to safeguard our aquifers, then our industry, although conceivably much different, will continue to thrive. WWJ Mike Price is the senior editor of Water Well Journal. In addition to his WWJ responsibilities, Price produces NGWA’s newsletter and contributes to the Association’s quarterly scientific publication. He can be reached at mprice @ngwa.org.

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Back in Las Vegas

The biggest show in the industry, the National Ground Water Associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Groundwater Expo, is back again in Las Vegas, on December 9-12. You need to be there: educational opportunities, a packed exhibit hall, and chances to see old friends and make new ones.

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(Note, the Developing Nations Interest Group has a formal program scheduled on Thursday, December 11.)

Tuesday, December 9, 8–9 a.m. Wednesday, December 10 7:30–8:30 a.m.

Attendee Welcome Reception

If this is your first time at the Groundwater Expo, or you’re new to NGWA—or you simply want the insider’s scoop on this year’s event and to meet up with fellow groundwater industry professionals—attend this welcome and orientation session to discover how to make the most of both your Expo experience and your NGWA membership.

Tuesday, December 9 5:30–7 p.m.

MGWC Luncheon

Meet up with old friends and make new ones during this annual crowdpleaser. Plus, it’s a great way to unwind after a full day of educational offerings.

Tuesday, December 9 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Franklin Electric is the official sponsor of the Attendee Welcome Reception.

NGWA Interest Group CONNECT Express

All of NGWA’s divisional membership meetings are on Tuesday morning.

The Master Groundwater ABILITY Contractors Luncheon EXPERIENCE KNOWLEDGE is an ideal way for MGWCs to visit CERTIFIED national ground water association with old friends as well as greet the newest entrants into the ranks of the green jackets. (This is open only to MGWCs and their spouses. Ticket required. The per person cost on or before November 7 is $40; the cost thereafter is $50.)

Those NGWA members who participate in the various established interest groups have expressed a desire for the opportunity to meet others with similar interests informally. And the Groundwater Expo will feature times for such get-togethers. Just show up, select the table with your interest, make new connections, and build your network. Tuesday, December 9, 2–3 p.m. ● Geothermal Energy ● Groundwater Availability ● Internet Groundwater Data ● Transboundary Aquifers Tuesday, December 9, 3:15–4:15 p.m. ● Groundwater Modeling ● High Capacity Pumps and Wells ● Horizontal Wells ● Regulators Wednesday, December 10, 3–4 p.m. ● Aquifer Protection ● Deep Groundwater Investigations ● Economics of Groundwater ● Groundwater Law 30 䡲 October 2014 WWJ

NGWA Divisional Membership Meetings Tuesday, December 9 7:30 a.m.–12 p.m.

Contractors Division 7:30–8:30 a.m. Scientists and Engineers Division 8:30–9:30 a.m. Suppliers Division 9:30–10:30 a.m. Manufacturers Division 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m.

Opening Session and Awards Presentations Wednesday, December 10 10 a.m.–12 p.m. Join Alex Bandar, Ph.D., founder and CEO of the Columbus Idea Foundry, as he presents the H2O Talk “Improving the World—One Idea at a Time,” a journey into the exciting world of the Maker Movement. Explore how new opportunities such as

free online education, open-source software, digital prototyping resources (think 3-D printers), and crowdfunding, combined with more traditional activities such as metalworking, woodworking, and traditional arts and crafts, are empowering people like never before. Bandar presents the history of the “makerspace” and provides examples of how “makers” of all types—from scientists and designers to entrepreneurs and inventors—are coming together to bring about the next generation of products and innovations to improve the world . . . one idea at a time. Next up are the NGWA award presentations. NGWA awards represent the highest quality in standards and business practices. Award recipients are recognized for outstanding contributions through service, innovation, research, safety, and outstanding projects of scientific and technological importance affecting the growth and well-being of the groundwater industry. Join us in congratulating these extraordinary people. To round out the morning’s events— and get you in the mood for the opening of the exhibit hall—is country music’s Josh Gracin. A member of the U.S. Marine Corps at the time, he skyrocketed to fame after becoming the fourthplace finalist in the second season of American Idol. Following his appearance on the series, Gracin completed his military service, was honorably discharged in 2004, and then released his self-titled debut album that summer. Three Top Five singles later, the album was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America.

Franklin Electric is the official sponsor of the Opening Session and Awards Presentations.

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Exhibit Hall

The Exhibit Hall will be packed with the latest products from the groundwater industry’s manufacturers and suppliers on thousands of feet of exhibit space. Make sure to leave plenty of time to be in the hall during the 12 hours it is open. Exhibit Hall hours: Wednesday, December 10 12–6 p.m. ● Thursday, December 11 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Before you head to the hall, make sure to grab a program and have a bag for all of your take-home materials. You can get both of these at the on-site registration area. Baroid Industrial Drilling Products is the official sponsor of the on-site registration area. ●

Franklin Electric is the official sponsor of the on-site Expo program.

NGWA Activity Area During exhibit hall hours Exhibit Hall Building on the success of the “Skills Box” at last year’s Expo, NGWA is expanding this offering in 2014 to include stations named The Well, The Aquifer, and The Office. Thirty-minute slots will focus on skills including the following: • Interpreting logs • Properly slotting well screen • Using Google Earth for well location • Calibrating instruments and sensors • Selecting the right tablet • Using a Rossum sand tester. 32 䡲 October 2014 WWJ

2014 NGWREF Darcy Lecture Farewell Presentation Wednesday, December 10 1:30–3 p.m. Gain insight from Dorthe Wildenschild, Ph.D., on the current state of imaging of porous media systems —and processes taking place within them— using x-ray tomography, a technique that allows for three-dimensional observation and measurement of variables internal to an otherwise opaque object. In Wildenschild’s presentation titled “What Happens in the Pore, No Longer Stays in the Pore: Opportunities and Limitations for Porous Media Characterization and Process Quantification Using X-ray Tomography,” she will explain how x-ray tomography has advanced to the point where it is possible to probe porous media in great detail, allowing for fully quantitative analyses of processes and mechanisms at the pore scale. Detail resolution ranges from hundreds of microns for centimeter-sized samples down to hundreds of nanometers for micron-sized objects. Contrast depends on density and atomic number of the imaged object, and creative use of contrast agents can help delineate otherwise difficult-toidentify features.

2015 NGWREF McEllhiney Lecture Kickoff Presentation Wednesday, December 10 3:30–5 p.m. Learn how using the proper drilling fluid for a particular project is paramount to a successful job during Ronald B. Peterson’s lecture, “Drilling Fluids: A Common Sense Approach.” Peterson’s presentation will briefly cover the evolution of the water well industry with emphasis on drilling fluids and grouts, and the progress that has been made over time as technology and the understanding of drilling fluids has improved. Peterson’s lecture will provide you with the basics for the proper planning, implementation, and follow-through of a well-designed

drilling program with the goal of providing the best seal possible during the final well construction.

The McEllhiney Lecture Series is underwritten by Franklin Electric

NGWREF Fundraising Auction Wednesday, December 10 6 p.m. You can make a difference! Proceeds from this annual auction help to support the National Ground Water Research and Educational Foundation, a charitable organization focused on conducting educational, research, and other activities related to a broader public understanding of groundwater. The auction begins immediately following the close of the exhibit hall on Wednesday.

Delegates Meeting Thursday, December 11, 8–9:30 a.m.

Come meet this year’s board candidates. And, if you’ve been chosen as a delegate, make sure your vote gets counted. Note that you must register onsite at the Delegates Registration Desk and pick up the appropriate credentials at least 15 minutes prior to the start of the meeting. Registration hours are: ● Tuesday, December 9 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m. ● Wednesday, December 10 7 a.m.–6 p.m. ● Thursday, December 11 6:30–8:15 a.m.

Expo 2015 Kickoff Thursday, December 11, 2:30–4 p.m. Get ready for the Expo’s return to Vegas in 2015 with refreshments, prizes, and magic! Jason Andrews is the iconic image you think of when you hear “magician.” His style combines classic magic with waterwelljournal.com

contemporary class and elegance. Recently returned to the United States after a three-week appearance at Trump Towers in Istanbul and Ankara, Turkey, he has also appeared in the world-famous Crazy Horse at the MGM Grand and on NBC’s America’s Got Talent. Andrews has been awarded a total of 25 variety accolades, including International Champion of Magic and Entertainer of the Year. There will be refreshments and a chance to win an all-expense-paid* trip to the 2015 Expo taking place December 15-17 in Las Vegas! *Good toward airfare, hotel, and Expo registration fee. Value capped at $1000. Must be present to win.

Groundwater TV Live!

Stop by the Groundwater TV stage— located adjacent to the Expo Welcome Center—to watch the taping of live interviews with various groundwater industry personnel. The interviews will take place at the bottom of every hour during the course of Expo.

Take a Tour While You’re in Las Vegas Vintage Vegas Tour Wednesday, December 10 1–6 p.m. With Vintage Vegas, you will enjoy an orientation tour in one of the world’s most recognizable cities. You will begin at the Neon Boneyard where you will bear witness to the classic Las Vegas art form—the neon sign. Next is The Mob Museum, which sheds a light on how the Mob came to be, the battles that were fought, and its remains in modern society. The museum also details common conceptions of Mob culture and distinguishes fact from fiction. You’ll also be witness to some of the most infamous Mob artifacts, such as the wall from the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre and the barber chair where Mob boss Albert Anastasia was murdered. Last, you will stop at the world-famous Fremont Street Experience. Glittering lights. Stunning visual and sound effects. Crowds of people. Just another day in Vegas, right? Wrong. The Fremont Street Experience, located in fabulous downtown Las Vegas, is a project that blends vintage Vegas with high-tech wonderment, live entertainment, and more—to create an attraction that rivals the famed Vegas Strip. A must-see for anyone visiting the City of Entertainment. (The cost for this tour is $95. Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot when registering to attend the Expo.)

Fremont Street Experience Wednesday, December 10 6–11 p.m.

Mud Technology International is the official sponsor of Groundwater TV.

New Products Showcase Open throughout Expo and conveniently located adjacent to the Expo Welcome Center, the New Products Showcase allows you to get a sneak peek at the latest in products, services, and technology from select exhibitors. Mudpuppy International is the official sponsor of the New Products Showcase.

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The Fremont Street Experience is an incredible entertainment and gaming complex in the heart of the world’s most exciting city. Starting at 6 p.m., and running every half hour until 11 p.m., custom coaches will run between the Las Vegas Westgate and Fremont Street. A ticket will provide transportation only. (Cost is $25 on or before November 7 and $30 thereafter.)

NGWA Bookstore The NGWA Bookstore is where you can get the latest books, DVDs, and information products from the groundwater industry. The bookstore will be open during all show hours and is in the lobby of the convention center.

Complimentary Shuttle Transportation For your added convenience, complimentary shuttle service between the conference hotels and the convention center will be available during the Expo hours. Jet-Lube is the official sponsor of the Groundwater Expo shuttle service. WWJ October 2014 䡲 33

Expo Educational Opportunities

he 2014 NGWA Groundwater Expo and Annual Meeting will offer a diverse collection of educational offerings. They will include workshops, panel presentations, technical sessions, and more. All Expo registrants are welcomed—and really encouraged—to attend these professional development opportunities. Please note each offering listed includes the room number and the number of continued education points (CEPs) recognized for the NGWA Voluntary Certification Program. Also note that while NGWA seeks recognition of these offerings for states’ various continuing education credit requirements, each state is free to determine to what degree and how much credit it will award. Room numbers are subject to change. Check your on-site program or the Expo app. The app will be available weeks prior to the Expo at www.GroundwaterExpo.com.

Business Management Working In the Cloud: What Does It Really Mean? Tuesday, December 9, 12:30–1:30 p.m. and 4:15–5:15 p.m. N101/N102 1 CEP If your company is not currently operating “in the cloud,” you’ve heard or read about others who are. How can you evaluate if this operation and data solution is right for you? What do you need to know and what questions do you need to ask to make responsible decisions? Questions such as these and others will be discussed. Presenter: TBA

Helping Not Selling: Building Long-Term Customer Relationships Tuesday, December 9, 4:15–5:15 p.m. N119 1 CEP Whether you are the business owner, financial officer, or manager, you are most likely concerned with expanding your customer base while retaining your current customers. How can you increase your business relationships over multiple generations? What are the realistic expectations you should have about converting your professional expertise into business relationships? In this workshop, you will learn proactive ways to maintain contact with customers and prospects, how to gather genuine client feedback that will help you serve your Twitter @WaterWellJournl

clients better, and how to cross-sell your services after making that first sale. Presenter: John Friend, The Fedeli Group

How Current Tax Laws Will Affect Your Business in 2015 Tuesday, December 9, 10:30–11:30 a.m. N101/N102

1 CEP

No one enjoys paying taxes, but being aware of how any federal tax law changes will affect your business enable you to plan and minimize the bite to your bottom line. This workshop will update you on those specific tax code changes affecting small- and mediumsize businesses so you can best plan for the coming year. Presenter: Mark Van Benschoten, CPA, Rea and Associates Inc.

Leaving Your Business on Your Terms: The Days After Tomorrow Tuesday, December 9, 9:15–10:15 a.m. N116

1 CEP

You have a family business and are considering the end of your career. Whether you are a contractor, consultant, manufacturer, or supplier, you need an exit strategy, meaning you are looking for a buyer for the business or need to determine which family members will be the future leaders of the business. Explore what is your best option for leaving your business on your terms and the steps you need to take to ensure the continuation of the business, and determining if the most logical action is to sell the business. Family relationships EXPO OPPORTUNITIES continues on page 36

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often bring sensitive issues to business continuity discussions and considerations. A well-conceived family strategic plan can head off potential succession problems that would otherwise threaten the viability of your company. Presenter: Tim McDaniel, Rea & Associates

Maximizing Your Company Value in Uncertain Economic Times Tuesday, December 9, 1:45–2:45 p.m. N119 1 CEP Many businesses are still struggling with the aftermath of the 2008 recession. Although many economists are optimistic about an upturn, it is taking most businesses longer to recover than in past downtimes. Given the degree of uncertainty, it’s imperative you consider steps you can take to increase the value of your business. It all starts with a mind-set of treating your business like an investment and this includes strategies on increasing your cash flow and lowering the risk associated with your company. Presenter: Tim McDaniel, Rea & Associates

NGWA Government Affairs Issues Update Wednesday, December 10, 8–9 a.m. N119

1 CEP

You’ve seen the big picture news coverage of Washington politics. It looks a lot like gridlock—but that’s not the total picture. In 2014, rules were finalized that could have cost water well contractors $500,000 or more if not for NGWA being there for you. Because of NGWA action, managed aquifer recharge projects are eligible for funding under a new pilot program signed into law. This workshop will dive into these and other happenings in 2014 that affected groundwater and your business. You’ll also get an early assessment of what the fall election results mean to geothermal heat pump tax credits, remediation and water supply programs, and upcoming regulations. Presenter: TBA 36 䡲 October 2014 WWJ

Tuesday, December 9, 9:15–10:15 a.m. N119 1 CEP Social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter are not only great ways for people to stay in touch with one another, they’re also great marketing tools . . . when implemented well. This workshop will familiarize you with social media, the do’s and don’ts, and best practices. Learn essential steps to follow to introduce and manage your brand online and explore and evaluate the major social networking sites (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Google+) so you can choose which will be right for promoting your business. Presenter: Heather Lazor, National Ground Water Association

The Water Well Savings Act Wednesday, December 10, 9–10 a.m. Room TBA

1 CEP

The Water Well Savings Act is legislation introduced in Congress on behalf of the water well industry. It seeks to promote the consideration of household water wells as an alternative to longpipe, centralized distribution. Learn how you can help promote the passage of this legislation intended to reduce the costs of providing drinking water to Americans living in rural and isolated communities. Presenter: Margaret Martens, Water Systems Council, and Jeffery More, Esq., Alpine Group

Working as a Subcontractor: What You Need to Know Before You Sign Tuesday, December 9, 4:15–5:15 p.m. N117

1 CEP

If you are accustomed to working as the general or primary contractor and are considering working as a subcontractor on a special project, take time to do some research first. Your rights and responsibilities as a subcontractor are different than the general contractor and you need to know about those differences prior to entering into any agreements. Presenter: TBA

Drilling Operations and Well Construction Drilling Fluid Hydraulics: Tying It All Together Tuesday, December 9, 4–5 p.m. Room TBA 1 CEP The groundwater industry has tested fluids, discussed fluid additives, given instruction on proper mixing of drilling fluid additives, and how to deal with the drilled solids that contaminate the fluid. So why do we still experience problems with low penetration rates and poor hole cleaning? This presentation will address the missing link while introducing a concept designed to bring together all the critical drilling parameters needed to achieve better hole cleaning and faster penetration rates for your drilling operation. Presenter: Jeff Blinn, Baroid Industrial Drilling Products

Drilling Unconventional Wells to Develop Difficult Aquifers Tuesday, December 9, 3–4 p.m. N117 1 CEP As water resources are getting tighter, we are forced to find ways to develop wells in difficult aquifers. Often this involves using unconventional wells to develop thin aquifers, aquifers under inaccessible areas, aquifers with vertical fractures, or wells designed to maximize riverbank filtration. Unconventional wells include radial collector wells, inclined wells, and directionally drilled wells. This workshop will describe the major types of unconventional wells, drilling methods and construction materials, and how to fit the right well to your site. We will also present a comparison of typical yields and costs and discuss new technologies designed to prevent mud invasion issues for directionally drilled wells. Presenters: Frank Getchell, PG, Martha Silks, PG, and John Jansen, Ph.D., PG, Leggette, Brashears & Graham

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Engineering the Right Filter Pack (Panel)

Pushing the Limits: Solving Drilling Challenges

Wednesday, December 10, 8:30–10 a.m. N103

Thursday, December 11, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. N103

1.5 CEPs

Regional geologic formations and site-specific well performance needs should determine the type of filter pack used for a specific well as no one design truly fits all hydrologic situations or well requirements. A good filter pack will augment the well’s development potential, increase its longevity and well performance, and can stabilize water quality. This panel will address how best to sort through filter pack options to address various site-specific considerations and plan for filter pack product availability and supply factors, and be a part of a discussion on compositions best suited for various well uses and hydrogeologic regions. Presenters: Andre Fiedler, Premier Silica; Reinhard A. Klaus, Sigmund Lindner GmbH; Michael Schnieders, PG, PH-GW, Water Systems Engineering Inc.; and Marvin F. Glotfelty, RG, Clear Creek Associates

Overcoming Grouting Challenges: How the Professionals Do It (Panel) Wednesday, December 10, 8:30–10 a.m. N101/N102 1.5 CEPs Every contractor has encountered grouting challenges or nightmares on water supply and monitoring wells, whether starting with the specifications and the bidding process or at the job site with an unforeseen condition. The secret of properly grouting on any job is detailed preplanning to accommodate the products, mechanics, conditions, and construction process. This panel will share insights on the limitations of engineered grouts, pour or pump decisions, multiple completions, annular size, and problem solving for completion and abandonment. Presenters: Jeff Blinn, Halliburton; Stewart Krause, Wyo-Ben Inc.; Jim Piasecki, CETCO; and Roger E. Renner, MGWC, E.H. Renner & Sons Inc. (moderator)

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Water Systems Primer and Refresher 1 CEP

Presenters: Thomas Downey, CWD/PI, Downey Drilling Inc., and Roger E. Renner, MGWC, E.H. Renner & Sons Inc.

Solidification of Drilling Spoils Tuesday, December 9, 12:30–1:30 p.m. N117 1 CEP Due to tightening regulations across North America, it is getting more difficult to dispose of drilling spoils as they are a liquid waste. In addition, the cost of disposing liquid waste is increasing steadily. This workshop will discuss the practice of solidifying drilling spoils so that they can be easily transported to a landfill or approved dump site. Case studies and a demonstration will be provided for the participants. Presenters: Michael Kleespies and Bob Oliver, CETCO Drilling Products

U.S. Corp of Engineers: Revised Regulation for Drilling in Earthen Embankment Dams and Levees Thursday, December 11, 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. N201/N202

4 CEPs

The revised regulation (ER 1110-21807) for drilling in earthen embankments requires careful analysis on the need and purpose for drilling in embankments, and reexamination of drilling methods and potential impacts and issues. Presenter: Ethan Weikel, PG, USACE Baltimore District

Well Construction Material Selection Criteria and Recent Revolutionary Improvements to Fit Site and Operational Conditions Tuesday, December 9, 9–10:15 a.m. N103 1 CEP This workshop will review basic well design, the various factors impacting the selection of well materials, and how to use both traditional and nontraditional materials and construction modifications that can facilitate the long-term

Tuesday, December 9 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. N201/N202

5.5 CEPs

The National Ground Water Association, in collaboration with the Water Systems Council, has crafted a training program to nurture the troubleshooting and diagnostic skills of those who are new to the groundwater industry and enhance those of seasoned water systems professionals. The course will address these major areas: • Water systems and components overview • Proper selection and sizing of materials and components • Diagnostics and troubleshooting • Variable frequency drives (variable flow for constant pressure). This workshop is especially recommended for those who may be taking a state licensure water systems exam or one of the NGWA Voluntary Certification exams on water systems. All training materials will be furnished to attendees during the class, and students are expected to attend the entire offering to receive a certificate of completion for continuing education credit. Representatives from various water systems companies who are members of Water Systems Council and NGWA will instruct the class. (Enrollment is limited to 60 students given the level of personal instruction offered and a $35 fee is required on or before November 7; the cost thereafter is $60.) operation and maintenance of the well. Find out how site groundwater chemistry, geology, and biology should affect material selection as well as the mechanical challenges of construction, corrosion effects, and well rehabilitation. The proper testing and evaluation protocols for these factors will be addressed. Presenter: Roger Miller, Water Systems Engineering Inc. EXPO OPPORTUNITIES continues on page 38

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Tech Emergencies at the Podium: First Responder or Patient? Tuesday, December 9, 1:45–2:45 p.m. Wednesday, December 10, 8:30–9:30 a.m. N116 1 CEP

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Well Logs and Databases

Personal/Professional Development

Tuesday, December 9, 12:30–1:30 p.m. N103 1 CEP

NGWA Director Candidates School

Driller’s well logs are required documents in most states within the United States. However, there are still many areas in the country and more extensively in developing nations where this information is not required or made available to the public. Well logs are often the initial, and sometimes the only, source of information available to assist in the location, the design, and determination of the appropriate drilling approach for a new well. This interactive session will discuss the features of several of the logs required in the United States and features of several of the publicly accessible databases. It will also seek to refine a list of parameters that should be considered for inclusion in a well log and parameters for a publicly accessed database used to access the logs. Presenter: Steve Schneider, MGWC, Schneider Water Services

Wednesday, December 10, 1–2:30 p.m. N120 1.5 CEPs Ever wonder about the folks you see at the Expo who have the gold ladder pins on their lapel or name badge? The gold ladder pin signifies they are graduates of NGWA’s Director Candidates School, a school for members considering making themselves available as future candidates for NGWA volunteer director positions. During this workshop, you will receive valuable insight into what it means to serve among the distinguished ranks of the Association’s 42 volunteer director leaders. If words such as credible, dependable, knowledgeable, experienced, committed, responsible, and networker apply to you, then be sure to attend this offering so you too can earn and wear the gold ladder pin. In addition, you will receive a participation certificate, as well as the opportunity to win special leadership materials. Presenter: Kevin B. McCray, CAE, National Ground Water Association

You are on the stage ready to present and your PowerPoint presentation does not work—or you are a session moderator and one of the speakers in your session is having difficulty with a presentation. Getting the speaker up and running as quickly as possible is of the essence. What do you do? This workshop will provide you with practical tips to troubleshoot the most common presentation software problems, along with critical pre-planning thresholds to help you and all other future speakers produce quality presentations audiences can read. Presenter: Echo Swinford, EchosVoice

Safety and Compliance Managing Human Error: The Leading Cause Behind Workplace Incidents Tuesday, December 9, 8–9 a.m. N101/N102 1 CEP Statistics show 90% of workplace incidents are caused by human error that leads to reduced productivity, high operating costs, and, in the worst cases, death. As a result, the human factor in the safety equation is an emerging approach quickly gaining momentum among progressive organizations. This presentation will focus on the link between personality traits and high-risk behavior—as a cause of human error— by examining human default settings of being impulsive vs. cautious, rule resistant vs. compliant, irritable vs. calm. It will show how this link can be used to recruit safer employees and train existing staff to increase workforce safety and avoid potentially fatal incidents. Presenter: Greg Ford, TalentClick Workforce Solutions Inc. EXPO OPPORTUNITIES continues on page 40

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New Driver Qualification: Beginning on the Right Road Tuesday, December 9, 10:30–11:30 a.m. N116

1 CEP

Welcoming a new employee to your company often creates anxiety since you don’t know 100% of what you are getting. This uncertainty is often magnified when that employee must also be a driver to travel to and from a job site. You will learn the most recent legal requirements regarding driver medical qualifications for employers, the medical registry, and what documents drivers must carry while on the job. Presenter: Gary LaBrake, On the Road

Staying Low: Avoiding the CSA Radar Tuesday, December 9, 4:15–5:15 p.m. N103 1 CEP Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) is one of the few rating systems that can aid a firm with employees who must drive, as well as create undesirable situations for all concerned. Roadside inspections illustrating your firm’s and your drivers’ compliance can help boost your CSA score and lessen your being subjected to DOT interventions. Learn the most common factors that trigger a roadside inspection, how to proactively prepare for a roadside inspection, and employer/driver responsibilities regarding training. Good CSA ratings can also reduce insurance costs and positively contribute to your company’s overall profitability. Presenter: Gary LaBrake, On the Road

The Groundwater Industry: CFR 1910 or CFR 1910.26 —Where Do We Fall? Tuesday, December 9, 1:45–2:45 p.m. N101/N102 1 CEP You are wading through the federal regulations pertaining to general industry and the construction industry, trying to determine which regs specifically apply to you and your groundwater business operation. You will learn where the groundwater industry with its 40 䡲 October 2014 WWJ

Help yourself, your business, and your industry by aiding in the development of best suggested practices—documents intended to instill the highest level of public confidence in groundwater and well systems. Share your insights, your experience, and your expertise at three different work sessions at the Expo. All BSP work sessions are worth I CEP each.

Best Suggested Practices for Reducing Problematic Concentrations of Arsenic in Residential Water Well Systems Work Session Tuesday, December 9, 9:30–10:30 a.m. N211/N212 This work session will include the review of the draft changes to the NGWA Best Suggested Practices for Reducing Problematic Concentrations of Arsenic in Residential Water Well Systems. Task force members who worked on the first edition are encouraged to attend as well as all NGWA members.

Best Suggested Practices for Groundwater Sampling and Testing Work Session Tuesday, December 9, 3–4 p.m. N211/N212 During this work session, task force members and interested guests will drilling rigs and pump hoists are categorized in the federal regulations, in addition to those general industry areas most applicable to us. Presenter: Dale Cavanaugh, OSHA

Watching Your Back— At the Computer or on the Rig Tuesday, December 9, 8–9 a.m. N119 1 CEP

Check Out Expo Website for Updates to Programs The website of the National Ground Water Association has a page exclusively for information about the 2014 Groundwater Expo. Go to www.GroundwaterExpo.com to find out about updates or the latest happenings of the industry’s largest event.

review these two best suggested practices draft documents to refine the content towards publication. Best suggested practices are developed through consensus of industry professionals and brought before the NGWA Board of Directors for final approval. All NGWA members are welcome to attend.

Best Suggested Practices for Water Well and Pump Operation and Maintenance Work Session Thursday, December 11, 10–11 a.m. N115 This work session aims to gather industry input regarding operation and maintenance of water well systems. The best suggested practices document is currently little more than an outline, leaving space for input on each critical topic. All NGWA members are most welcome to attend.

Not only do back pain and injuries account for about 25% of the claims in the groundwater industry, they also diminish the quality of life for those afflicted. Whether you work on heavy equipment or at a computer, you may be ignoring potential threats to your back health and thus your overall well-being. This session will provide you with tips on protecting and strengthening your back in addition to exercises that will contribute to your overall well-being. Research shows after a patient has been off work for four weeks due to back pain, there is a 10% to 20% chance they will not return to work within one year. If they are off work for more than three months, there is only a small chance they will ever return to work. Tricks of the trade to prevent such injuries and control symptoms will be discussed. Presenter: Anne Lindsay, University of Nevada, Reno waterwelljournal.com

Sustainable and Available Groundwater Communicating Water Well Stewardship to Elicit Effective Well Owner Behaviors Tuesday, December 9, 12:30â&#x20AC;&#x201C;1:30 p.m. Room N101/N102 1 CEP Private water well systems, regulated at the local and state level, are sometimes portrayed as providing an inferior means of potable water supply. This presentation will examine measured consumer attitudes, the role of private water well systems in supplying drinking water to more than 13 million American households, how federal data sources measure the actual scope of private water well safety, and conclude with an examination of the public and private sector initiatives to further protect the health of consumers using private water well systems, including the role of personal stewardship. The audience will be exposed to new ideas about the health risks from private water well

systems, given an opportunity to increase their knowledge in at least one area related to private water well systems, and introduced to ideas as to how to integrate some knowledge gained from the presentation into their daily work. A review of the performance of a recent U.S. EPA grant for private well owner communication will also be examined, including the various tools created to facilitate public awareness. Presenter: Kevin B. McCray, CAE, National Ground Water Association

Groundwater Appropriations in Minnesota and Michigan Tuesday, December 9, 8â&#x20AC;&#x201C;9 a.m. N103 1 CEP Minnesota and Michigan are both seen as water-rich states, yet both are going through a time of perceived crisis within their borders. Topics of â&#x20AC;&#x153;quality and quantityâ&#x20AC;? and computer tools are being talked about and used to determine the amount of water removed from the ground. This session will give you some background into what each state is facing, who the players are, and what may be coming to your state.

Facilitated Discussions Meet with your peers and share experiences on the following topics. Each session will be conducted by a professional facilitator. The topics will be: â&#x20AC;˘ Groundwater Industry Professionals: What Matters Most to You? Tuesday, December 9 (time to be determined) â&#x20AC;˘ How Are Declining Groundwater Levels Affecting Your Business? Tuesday, December 9 (time to be determined) â&#x20AC;˘ How Can One Be an Experienced Hydrogeologist in Six Years? Wednesday, December 10, 8â&#x20AC;&#x201C;9 a.m. Presenter: Dave Schulenberg, National Ground Water Association EXPO OPPORTUNITIES continues on page 42

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Managed Aquifer Recharge: An Overview with Examples Tuesday, December 9, 4–5 p.m. Room N119 1 CEP Managed aquifer recharge (MAR) is a means to add water to replenish aquifer storage using ponds, channels, or injection wells. The recharged water is later recovered from storage using wells and in some cases it is the same well as used for injection. This seminar reviews the potential benefits of and sources of water used for MAR as well as the key design elements such as geology, hydraulic properties, engineered structures, and well design. The talk summarizes the advantages and disadvantages of the various MAR methods, including permitting issues. Recent examples will be presented on projects involving ASR wells, rehabilitation of an arsenic affected well, and channel infiltration. Presenter: Dan Stephens, Ph.D., Daniel B. Stephens & Associates

Pozos Profundos en Latinoamérica (Deep Water Wells in Latin America) Thursday, December 11, 9 a.m.–3:15 p.m. N117

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Latinoamérica ha sido por muchos años el escenario de pozos profundos muy complejos. Agencias gubernamentales de agua, empresas mineras internacionales y proyectos agrícolas de gran escala en la región ahora requieren de métodos de perforación de clase mundial, aceros con alta resistencia a la corrosión y consultorías hidrogeológicas para garantizar a sus operaciones el suministro de agua en el tiempo. Esta serie es una muestra del día a día de este mercado creciente. Las ponencias están dirigidas ha propietarios de pozos de agua con la necesidad de optimizar la

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You don’t have to wait until the Groundwater Expo to start your professional development. NGWA will be hosting two two-day courses on December 8-9. Please note that these offerings have their own fee separate than the NGWA Groundwater Expo registration fee.

Borehole Geophysical Logging for Water Resources/Water Supply Applications

NAPLs: Understanding Migration, Assessment, and Remediation

8 a.m.–5 p.m. Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino (headquarters hotel) 1.475 CEPs

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Gain a basic framework and criteria for the use of borehole geophysics— wireline logs—in the design or rehabilitation/abandonment of resource/water supply wells, focusing on the basic important applications. Attendees will be provided the basic applications of borehole geophysics for designing and completing water production wells, assessing environmental concerns, conducting basin and hydrostratigraphic analysis, and rehabilitating or abandoning water production wells. Also highlighted will be basic information on the various types of borehole geophysical logs, including new developments, and their uses, log quality/validation issues, and what sort of work products to expect from a logging program and contractor. Presenters: John Sciacca, PG, and Bruce Manchon, PG

Attendees will learn the details on compounds and priorities of NAPLs, their migration characteristics, assessment techniques, and remediation technologies. In order to design an appropriate remediation system, you must first have knowledge of the characteristics and behavior of NAPLs in the subsurface to begin conceptualizing and characterizing an NAPL plume. In addition, a thorough understanding of how NAPLs migrate in a hydrogeologic system will guide you in considering the technical practicability of remediating the source and its plume. Realworld case histories will be presented that describe the detection, characterization, monitoring, and remediation of contamination scenarios involving DNAPLs and LNAPLs such as TCE/PCE, chlorinated solvents, PCB, coal tar, and fuels. Presenters: David K. Kreamer, Ph.D., and Randall K. Sillan, Ph.D., PE

(The fee for NGWA members is $795 on or before November 7; thereafter it is $895. For nonmembers, it is $945 on or before November 7; thereafter it is $1045.)

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9-10 a.m., Métodos de Evaluación De Flujo y Contaminación de Acuíferos Utilizando Hojas de Cálculo (Groundwater Flow and Pollution Evaluation Using Spreadsheets) Presentador: Carlos Molano, PE

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10–11 a.m., Perforación y Construcción de Pozos para Abastecimiento Público en Costa Rica (Well Drilling and Construction for Public Water Supply in Costa Rica) Presentador: Jeisson Chaves and Carlos Gonzalez, Instituto Costarricense de Acueductos y Alcantarillados

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11 a.m.–12 p.m., Uso de Registros de Potencial Espontáneo y Resistividad Eléctrica para la Ubicación de Rejillas (Use of Spontaneous Potential and Resistivity Logging for Screen Placement) Presentador: Julio René Acosta Martínez and Dagoberto Arévalo Herrera, Administración Nacional de Acueductos y Alcantarillados (ANDA)

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12–1 p.m., Importancia de la Supervisión Geológica Durante la Perforación y Diseño de Armado de Pozos Profundos (Importance of Geological Supervision During the Drilling and Design of Deep Wells) Presentador: Randall Alpizar, HidroAmbiente Consultores S.A.

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2:15–3:15 p.m., Técnicas de Desarrollo y Rehabilitación de Pozos y su Efecto en la Productividad (Well Development and Rehabilitation Techniques and Their Effect on Productivity) Presentador: Mauricio Javier Jaime Salazar, Roscoe Moss Co.

Practical Considerations for Monitoring and Maintenance of Inactive and Seasonally Idled Wells Tuesday, December 9, 12:30–1:30 p.m. N119 1 CEP Unlike regularly operated wells that continually purge debris, conditions within idle wells tend to deteriorate, affecting well components and produced water quality. Problems often go unnoticed until production levels decline, pumps fail, or aesthetics are compromised as wells develop discolored water, tastes, odors, and fail bacteria tests. In this workshop, proactive monitoring and maintenance to minimize problems commonly seen at startup such as mineral and biological fouling, damage to well components, and MIC (microbiologically induced corrosion) due to iron oxidizing bacteria will be discussed. Diagnostic tests used to determine fouling extent will be outlined, in addition to pre- and post-shutdown 44 䡲 October 2014 WWJ

Pair of Extra Sessions to Be Held on December 12 Stay an extra day and continue to learn with these sessions. Please note these two events come with fees separate than the NGWA Groundwater Expo registration fee.

Water Well Design for Drought and Climate Change Conditions

Geothermal Forum: Reducing the Drilling Cost per Foot

8 a.m.–12 p.m. N108

8 a.m.–5 p.m. N120

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Learn about the unique challenges —and solutions—involved with the design, installation, and operation of water supply wells in areas affected by extended drought conditions or climatic change. Water supply wells are vulnerable to these influences since the design of each well applies to a particular water table depth with specific groundwater quality conditions. Even modest changes in the water table depth can result in substantial impacts to the well’s productivity, water quality, longevity, and operational efficiency. These wells should include design attributes that provide the well owner with the flexibility to be responsive to changing groundwater conditions. Presenters: Marvin F. Glotfelty, RG, and Don Hanson, RG (The fee for NGWA members is $175 on or before November 7; thereafter it is $275. For nonmembers, it is $325 on or before November 7; thereafter it is $425.) maintenance measures designed to improve the active lifespan of the well system and reduce operational costs, such as flushing, disinfection, and preventive chlorine dosage procedures. Presenter: Kathleen M. Wiseman, Water Systems Engineering Inc.

Reaching Out to Well Owners— Best Practices for Raising Awareness About Private Well Issues Thursday, December 11, 10–11 a.m. N103 1 CEP To identify and evaluate effective approaches that promote well testing and maintenance, a survey of local, state, and national well testing programs was conducted, with funding from the Cen-

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The pressure to reduce the cost of geothermal projects is even more intense than on water supply jobs, and drilling contractors always seem to be perceived as the ones who should be able to purchase and maintain heavy equipment, deploy a competent work force, and wait at least 90 days for payment. This forum addresses the challenges faced by all who work on geothermal projects who want to provide quality work at a fair price, while maintaining an acceptable profit margin. Achieving all these objectives can be possible with proper preplanning, geologic awareness, and a thorough understanding of thermal conductivity and the challenges accompanying them. Presenters: TBA (The fee for NGWA members is $100 on or before November 7; thereafter it is $125. For nonmembers, it is $250 on or before November 7; thereafter it is $275.)

ters for Disease Control and Prevention. Effective approaches were evaluated to help determine when certain approaches work better than others. The result is a set of approaches that are proven to influence well owners and a set of parameters to help determine which approaches might be more effective in specific situations. In this workshop, the results of the survey will be discussed, as well as barriers and motivations that influence well owners to test and become engaged in protecting their well and well water. Presenters: Steven D. Wilson, Lucinda Morris, and Jennifer Wilson, University of Illinois

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The Biogeochemical Toolbox: Enhancing Natural Remedial Processes Wednesday, December 10, 8:30–10 a.m. N116

1.5 CEPs

Low impact, in situ technologies have gained wide acceptance as viable and economic remediation technologies for contaminated soils and groundwater. Depending on the site and its contaminants, in situ remediation may be safer and less expensive than alternative solutions such as groundwater pump and treat, soil incineration, or soil landfilling. In situ technologies also have the advantage of treating pollutants in place so that large quantities of soil, sediment, or water do not have to be removed from the ground for treatment, further reducing the life-cycle cost and environmental impact of the remedy. This workshop will teach you strategies to enhance natural biochemical and geochemical processes for groundwater protection and remediation. Presenter: Karen Kinsella, Ph.D., GZA GeoEnvironmental Inc.

Technical Sessions Advances in Groundwater Science and Practice Thursday, December 11, 8:30 a.m.–2:20 p.m. N119

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This broadly focused session will provide a forum for exchange of information on the wide spectrum of technical advances and lessons learned in the science and practice of groundwater hydrology. Abstracts can range from research projects to case studies to management and policy challenges. There will be more than 10 sessions led by a variety of speakers.

Water Systems Basic Water Systems Troubleshooting Tuesday, December 9, 3–4 p.m. N116 1 CEP Learn more about the different types of water well motors and where they Twitter @WaterWellJournl

are used. This workshop is designed as basic training for newcomers or a refresher and update for the experienced professional. Presenter: Tom Stephan, Goulds Water Technology

Intelligent Pumping Tuesday, December 9, 10:30–11:30 a.m. N117

1 CEP

Historically, pumping has been viewed as a relatively mundane operation across most of the end markets where it is used and some people will advocate simply using a VFD to vary the speed of a pump to meet varying demand loads. While this may be an effective approach, the complete control and monitoring system needs to be taken into account. Depending on the application, it may be as simple as selecting the most efficient controller or as complex as variable speed control and ongoing monitoring to ensure performance optimization. Presenter: Jack Creamer, Schneider Electric

Navigating DOE Regulatory Changes Impacting Well Drillers, Pump Packagers, and Dealers Tuesday, December 9, 8–9 a.m. N116 1 CEP Recent DOE changes to efficiency regulations will impact the way electric motors used for groundwater pumping

are designed and tested by motor manufacturers. The new regulations will cause changes in the motors specified and selected by groundwater professionals. This workshop will guide attendees through the maze of rulings, explain efficiency terminology, and provide practical guidelines for motor specification given the changing regulatory landscape. Presenters: Timothy Albers and Patrick Hogg, Nidec Motor Corp./ US Motors

Protecting Groundwater Using Variable Speed Technology Tuesday, December 9, 9:15–10:15 a.m. N117 1 CEP Many have heard the benefits of variable speed technology as being protection of pumping equipment, constant pressure, more control, and of course, energy savings. But how does this technology impact our groundwater? This session will cover how variable frequency drives are changing the industry, different ways to design a variable speed system, and how to educate the end user on the importance of water management. Learn how VFDs protect our groundwater supply by helping to minimize overpumping of wells and how they provide peak flow rates only when needed and if well production allows. Presenter: Dale Aerni, CPI, Stutzman Services Inc. EXPO OPPORTUNITIES continues on page 46

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Water System Efficiency: Myth or Reality Tuesday, December 9, 3–4 p.m. N103 1 CEP Water system efficiency includes both well efficiency and pump efficiency. Well efficiency will be defined and how it is achieved with proper design, construction, and development. Pump efficiency should be a major factor in pump selection, and how to use pump information will be discussed.

The cost of both well and pump inefficiency are major contributors to increased cost of water. Cost of water is a major consideration for many groundwater users, so any savings is a worthy goal. Presenter: David Kill, Xylem Goulds Pumps

Water Quality and Treatment Arsenic, Iron, Manganese, and Hydrogen Sulfide: What to Do When the Standard Solutions Don’t Work Tuesday, December 9, 1:45–2:45 p.m. N103 1 CEP Nearly 80%-90% of the time standard treatment techniques work great. Too often contractors avoid using treatment options because of the pain experienced when the normal approach doesn’t work. What do you do the other 10%-20% of the time? Find out how to keep a customer happy when treatment

goes wrong, and how you can do quality testing and work up front that reduces the likelihood that something will go wrong. Presenter: Todd Krause, Northwest Water Systems

Innovative Techniques for Conducting a Low-Flow Groundwater Sampling Event Tuesday, December 9, 9:15–10:15 a.m. N101/N102 1 CEP Low-flow groundwater sampling is an accepted method of collecting groundwater samples by following a strict set of guidelines to ensure you collect representative samples. Learn the basics of low-flow sampling and how you can perform a sampling event that complies with regulatory requirements. Attendees will receive an overview on regulatory guidelines, typical stabilization criteria, data collection, and calculations. Also covered will be sampling pumps and equipment requirements and water quality parameters (conductivity, dissolved oxygen, ORP, pH, turbidity)

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and methods. Additionally, the workshop will discuss calibration requirements and troubleshooting tips. Presenter: John Murray, In-Situ Inc.

Non-Chemical Disinfection of Well Water and Opportunities for Ultraviolet Treatment in North America Tuesday, December 9, 3–4 p.m. N101/N102 1 CEP Ultraviolet (UV) treatment offers a green alternative to chemical disinfection for water well systems. UV has the potential to provide home owners with confidence their water supply is consistently free from harmful pathogens, not just after shock chlorination of the well. You will learn the fundamentals of how UV disinfection works, the UV system components, how to apply UV disinfection, and how to answer questions that end users may have. You will also learn how UV can be a diversification opportunity for your business. Presenter: Kirk Sheasgreen, Viqua

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Water Treatment: Snapshot of an Industry and Diversification Opportunity Tuesday, December 9, 12:30–1:30 p.m. N116 1 CEP Almost all water well contracting or supply firms are seeking ways to expand their businesses and generate new streams of revenue. Water treatment may be a viable option for you to do just that. You will learn about the state of the industry and whether or not it could provide a practical diversification outlet. Presenter TBA

Well Maintenance and Rehabilitation Diagnosing Common Well Problems in the Field Tuesday, December 9, 10:30–11:30 a.m. N103

1 CEP

Understand daily well problems due to odors, corrosion, iron bacteria, coliform, and E. coli with simple proce-

dures in the field and specific local lab tests. Determine if any of these problems are contained in the well (treatable) or coming as a continuing source from the aquifer due to failures of grout or well casing (untreatable successfully). Presenter: David T. Hanson, Design Water Technologies

Water Well Asset Management —The Importance of Time-Based Well Maintenance Thursday, December 11, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. N101/N102

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Water well asset management is becoming increasingly important. The importance of preventive water well maintenance in total life cycle costs is finally gaining a lot more attention. The most significant factor in effective well maintenance is the adoption of timebased frequency. This moves away from the traditional operate to failure way of EXPO OPPORTUNITIES continues on page 48

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maintaining water wells and the reliance on monitoring specific capacity as an indicator of when maintenance and rehabilitation needs to be performed. Presenter: Neil Mansuy, Subsurface Technologies Inc.

Well Cleaning Chemicals: A Primer Tuesday, December 9, 1:45–2:45 p.m. N117 1 CEP Cleaning and disinfection of well systems has become a complicated business. Part of this has been an increase in the technology available to understand well problems as well as an increase in the regulatory scrutiny imposed during these operations. Traditionally, chlorine and acid have been the products of choice when combating fouled well systems. In addition to these chemicals, acid enhancers, biodispersants, chlorine enhancers, surfactants, chelating agents, emulsifiers, and inhibitors are being

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used in cleaning procedures. Understanding what role each of these plays in each step is important. Misapplication can result in damage to the well and environment as well as pose a health and safety challenge to those working around the well. This workshop is designed to explain the differences in each of the chemicals, where they are applied, and common uses and variations. Presenter: Michael Schnieders, PG, PHGW, Water Systems Engineering Inc.

Well Rehabilitation: When to Rehabilitate and When to Replace Workshop Wednesday, December 10, 2–3:30 p.m. N116 1.5 CEPs Learn how to identify when a well is failing, collect and use limited information to choose the best method of rehabilitation, and when a rehabilitation may not be the right solution (abandon the well and drill a new one). The workshop will also look at photos of problematic wells, and as a group, rehabilitate an open bottom well, a dual cased well, a

well that has louvered casing, and a well that has wire wrap casing. Attendees will receive handouts with different pieces of well information and have an opportunity to break into groups to apply the discussed well rehabilitation methods with a brief sharing of what was done among the groups. Presenter: Cynthia Fischer, City of Fresno (California) DPU Water Division

Well Rehabilitation and Maintenance—Why and How Tuesday, December 9, 8–9 a.m. N117 1 CEP In this workshop you will hear discussions on the importance of well rehabilitation and why the industry should be promoting it. You will learn to diagnose well problems and how to select the correct rehabilitation chemicals. And finally, the economic benefits of well maintenance compared to rehabilitation will be discussed. Presenter: Kevin McGinnis, Cotey Chemical Corp.

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GROUNDWATER EXPO Q&A

JOHN JANSEN, PH.D., PG, RG The senior associate from Leggette, Brashears & Graham Inc. will co-present a session at the Groundwater Expo.

ohn Jansen, Ph.D., PG, RG, is a senior associate and hydrogeologist for Leggette, Brashears & Graham Inc. in West Bend, Wisconsin, where he works on a wide variety of groundwater projects around the country, specializing in high-capacity wells and groundwater resource management. Since he will be presenting a session at the 2014 NGWA® Groundwater Expo and Annual Meeting, Water Well Journal recently sat down with Jansen to talk about the effect extreme droughts have had on groundwater supplies, the biggest issues facing groundwater suppliers today, and his session at the Expo. Jansen has seen a lot in his career. He has served as a member of the Advisory Council on Water Information, a federal advisory committee advising the U.S. government on water research priorities, and was active in the development of a national groundwater monitoring network. He holds three U.S. patents on water well-related technologies and is the lead author of the chapter on borehole geophysics in the third edition of the popular Groundwater & Wells text published in 2008. He also received the Keith E. Anderson Award for service to NGWA in 2012 and he was the 2013 National Ground Water Research and Educational Foundation McEllhiney Lecturer. Twitter @WaterWellJournl

Water Well Journal: Leggette, Brashears & Graham is a leading groundwater and environmental engineering firm in the United States. What are some of the biggest issues water suppliers today are bringing to your firm? John Jansen: For many water suppliers today, the demand for water is coming up against the limits of the system. In general, we’re seeing more conflicts over water. There are conflicts over developing highcapacity wells and the effects on surface water and groundwater, for John Jansen, Ph.D. example. We’re also seeing new users, like energy users that need water but are in fully allocated basins. So, how do you find water in places that are already over-allocated? WWJ: Among your clients are U.S. government agencies. What type of projects are they bringing to you? John: We’ve been doing a lot of environmental impact studies for the development of energy projects and mines. They’re large projects that will have significant environmental impact.

John Jansen, Ph.D., PG, RG, was the 2013 National Ground Water Research and Educational Foundation McEllhiney Lecturer and gave the kickoff presentation of his talk at the 2012 Groundwater Expo (above). The title of his talk was “Keeping the Pump Primed: Aquifer Sustainability.” Energy production and mining not only uses water, but there is a need to dispose of it. That usually will have some impact on the people around the site and the ecosystem it’s being built in. Often, we’ll be asked to help determine what those impacts will be on wetlands, streams, groundwater quality, and existing users in the area. Then we’ll look for alternatives that will mitigate those impacts. WWJ: How is the drought that is significant in certain regions of the country affecting water systems? Is better drought education needed? John: There are big droughts in parts of Texas and California. There are parts of the San Joaquin Basin that have had a 40-foot decline in groundwater levels in just the last year. There are parts of California where small water utilities are afraid they’re going to run out of water next year. JANSEN continues on page 52

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John Jansen, Ph.D., PG, RG, will present the session “Drilling Unconventional Wells to Develop Difficult Aquifers” with Frank Getchell, senior vice president at Leggette, Brashears & Graham, and Martha Silks, senior associate at Leggette, Brashears & Graham, from 3-4 p.m. on December 9 at the NGWA Groundwater Expo and Annual Meeting in Las Vegas. For more information, see page 36 or visit www.Groundwater Expo.com.

Jansen, a senior associate and hydrogeologist for Leggette, Brashears & Graham, will co-present a professional development session at the 2014 Groundwater Expo titled “Drilling Unconventional Wells to Develop Difficult Aquifers” on December 9. It will provide detail on horizontal drilling, angle wells, and collector wells and how they can develop aquifers. The Expo takes place December 9-12 in Las Vegas, Nevada. JANSEN from page 51 What you’re seeing are people looking to find new sources of water and looking for ways to store surface water in aquifers—basically use the aquifers to store excess water. You’re seeing more water reuse, or people looking at using water, like wastewater, that’s of lower quality and treating it so that they can reuse it. The way I look at it, we’re moving away from a natural hydrogeologic cycle to more of an engineered hydrogeologic cycle where there will be some engineering component of treatment for groundwater recharge that is going to be controlled by humans to try to increase the storage of the groundwater system and stretch supplies. As far as education goes, it depends on the part of the country. I think if you go to the areas that are under a drought right now, they get it. The water system managers get it and the public is starting to get it. Where I find the problem is in parts of the country that aren’t as far along, like parts of the Midwest. They’re starting to come up against limits of the resource, but the situation is not as dire. You’ll find utility operators who don’t see what’s happening and what the future is likely to be. They think they can 52 䡲 October 2014 WWJ

continue to operate the way they always have. WWJ: Do you find people are better educated when it comes to issues affecting water—and specifically groundwater—today than they were years ago? John: I think so. They’re starting to understand groundwater and its value. There’s more education that can be done, but it’s getting better. People have heard enough now that they understand it’s not a big underground river. In general, groundwater has been in the news more—especially the droughts in Texas and California. You’re also hearing about conflicts over highcapacity wells with lakes and other landowners. There has been more coverage of groundwater conflicts all over the country, so people are aware of it now. WWJ: Your company has an extensive amount of offerings relating to groundwater resources with everything from wellhead protection, water supply planning, well rehabilitation, and much more. What type of jobs are you seeing an increase in as they relate to groundwater? John: We’re seeing an increase in projects related to groundwater recharge and water reuse.

Twenty years ago, all people really cared about was how much water could you get out of one well and how cheaply could you do it. Now you spend as much time and money actually proving you can develop that well and operate it without having a severe impact than you do actually finding the well and drilling it. We’re also seeing more projects related to groundwater monitoring, such as putting in monitoring systems to measure the impact of various projects on groundwater. A lot of states like Wisconsin and Minnesota have more environmental protections. In Minnesota, for instance, you have to do some fairly extensive testing if you’re going to develop a high-capacity well that could potentially impact the calcareous fens. In Wisconsin, there can be higher levels of protection for springs or trout streams. That’s just driving a lot more study, a lot more monitoring, and a lot more analysis. WWJ: What are some of the most memorable jobs you have been a part of through the years? John: We had a contract where we were working for Inyo County, California. We did large, regional groundwater studies there to monitor the groundwater flow pattern from Yucca Valley. It was a huge-scale project with 4000-foot-deep monitoring wells. What made it so memorable was the location. We were in a remote area, so we had to backpack all of our equipment in, and because we were there several times a year over a 10-year period, we really got to know the area. The scenery was gorgeous. Right now, we’re working in Manson, Iowa, which happens to be on top waterwelljournal.com

of an old asteroid impact structure. It’s really complicated geology, so they’ve had a hard time finding water. We’re just coming in now to help them find an adequate water supply. It’s memorable because the technical issues are so interesting and so unusual for the rest of Iowa. It’s just fascinating to see something that’s so far out of the normal. WWJ: What general advice do you give a water systems manager so their system can run optimally? John: Monitor, measure, and keep records. Do this so you can analyze your supply for signs of depletion or lack of sustainability. Water systems managers must be thinking about sustainability and minimizing the impact. The first step is to have good records. In the past, people thought of monitoring their water levels and pumping as a burden. They either wouldn’t do it or they would put it into a table and never look back at it. They need to be looking at that and asking, “Are our wells sustainable? Are we having impacts on the shallow water?” People are going to come knocking if there are problems, and if they don’t have the data, they can’t defend themselves. We tell our clients he who has the data wins. If you have good records and can prove you’ve been operating responsibly, you’re okay. If you don’t have the records, people can make all kinds of accusations and you can’t really defend yourself.

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WWJ: You are co-presenting a session at the NGWA Groundwater Expo titled “Drilling Unconventional Wells to Develop Difficult Aquifers.” Can you tell us a little bit about what attendees will learn at your session? John: We’ll be talking about some unconventional drilling methods such as horizontal drilling, and angle wells and collector wells and how they can be used to develop what would be otherwise difficult-to-develop aquifers, including thin aquifers or aquifers that are underneath some type of obstacle or obstruction that you can’t access directly. There are these new drilling techniques that will let you tap these JANSEN continues on page 54 Twitter @WaterWellJournl

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results in higher production and less development time.

aquifers and develop the supply without having to be right on top of the aquifer.

WWJ: Lastly, what do you think are the critical issues facing those working in the water well industry today? John: One of the most critical issues in the industry is the graying of the workforce. Most of the people you see at the conferences and management meetings are in their 50s and 60s. There’s a big gap in experience below that. It’s both the contracting side of the industry but also the engineering and the environmental science side of the industry. I’m not sure what happened, but in the ’90s and early 2000s we seemed to lose that next generation coming in. There aren’t many people in their 30s. So in 10 years we’re going to have a shortage of people with enough experience to pick up the ball and carry it forward. WWJ

WWJ: Your session also discusses new technologies designed to prevent mud invasion issues for directionally drilled wells. Can you tell us what will be discussed in that regard? John: Horizontal wells present some special challenges, like how to hold the hole open and remove the cuttings without a tall column of drilling fluid in the well. In the past, this has required heavy mud that can plug the formation or polymers that can enhance biological fouling of the well. There are some new drilling methods that can be used to hold the hole open without using heavy mud. One of these methods is cryogenic drilling, where a super-chilled fluid is used as the drilling fluid. It freezes the formation ahead of the bit so the sand and gravel drills like dry consolidated rock. The well is completed while the formation is frozen and stands open. The formation thaws in a few days and the well is completed with no mud invasion and minimal formation damage, which 54 䡲 October 2014 WWJ

Jennifer Strawn was the associate editor of Water Well Journal from 2004 to 2007. She is currently in the internal communications department at Nationwide Insurance in Columbus, Ohio. She can be reached at strawnj2 @gmail.com.

The first of a six-part series on the new ANSI/NGWA Water Well Construction Standard will detail what is in some of the sections of the standard and why the standard is critical to the groundwater industry. Another feature article will provide needed insight on new U.S. household water well market data. Authored by National Ground Water Association CEO Kevin McCray, CAE, the article analyzes information from the U.S. Census Bureau’s Survey of Construction that was recently released. The issue will also include the latest on the NGWA Groundwater Expo and Annual Meeting so you can make all of your plans before arriving in Las Vegas. Look for the issue soon! NGWA

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YOUR MONEY

BATTLING HEALTHCARE COSTS WILLIAM J. LYNOTT

More people are turning to health savings accounts. Are they right for you?

f you’re like most business and professional people, you’re fighting what seems like a losing battle against the onrushing tide of rising healthcare costs. The battle in Washington, D.C., over healthcare reform is ratcheting up the tension higher than ever—and there appears to be no end in sight. Double-digit increases in healthcare premiums have become the norm. While this problem isn’t likely to disappear entirely, the changes in health savings accounts legislation, signed into law more than 10 years ago, offers you the possibility of making a dramatic reduction in the costs for keeping you, your family, and your employees healthy no matter how the skirmish in Washington turns out. The 2003 law made health savings accounts (HSAs) permanent and available to professionals, business owners, and employees—provided they are not covered by another health plan.

What is an HSA? Health savings accounts are federal programs designed to help individuals save for future qualified medical health expenses—on a tax-free basis.

How do HSAs work? HSAs come in two parts. First you purchase a low-cost, high-deductible health insurance policy available through providers including such giants as Aetna, UnitedHealth Group, Blue Cross, Golden Rule Insurance, and many others. In conjunction with the insurance policy, you must open a dedicated savings account in which you make tax-deductible deposits to pay for your medical care. Each year, you may deposit up to the amount of the deductible on your insurance policy. The amount of the maximum deductible varies each year. For 2014, the maximum annual HSA contribution for an individual is $3300; the maximum for family coverage is $6550. People older than age 55 are eligible to contribute an additional $1000 in their HSA under what is called the catch-up rule. You then use the money in the account to pay for your medical care. Once your expense reaches the amount of your deductible—if it does—the insurance policy kicks in.

Who is eligible to apply for an HSA? In general, any person who is not covered by Medicare or another health plan and who is not listed as a dependent of another taxpayer may apply for an HSA. 58 䡲 October 2014 WWJ

No referrals are required. The tax advantages of health savings accounts make them appealing to small business owners and the self-employed as well as the uninsured. In addition to the tax incentives, HSAs offer users complete control over choice of doctors and eliminate the unpopular referral requirements of some health plans. “Nearly all of the policies I sell now are HSAs,” says Tom Rogala of Custom Benefit Solutions in Northville, Michigan. “All of my plans provide 100 percent coverage after the deductible. I can’t imagine why any business owner or individual would want to go any other route.”

Self-employed individuals and small business owners say they like HSAs because they help to control spiraling healthcare costs. Rogala, an independent health insurance broker, says many of his clients are small business owners and professionals who need coverage for themselves and would like to make coverage available to their employees at little or no cost to themselves. HSAs make that possible. “A business owner can sign up for an HSA for himself and make them available to any employee on a voluntary basis,” Rogala says. “That way, the employee deals directly with the provider. The employer is not involved and makes no contribution.”

As an employer, you may set up a group plan. A professional or business owner with employees can also sign up for a group plan in which the company pays a portion of the cost for each covered employee. The required employer contribution for group plans varies by state. In Michigan, employers are required to contribute a minimum of 25% of the cost of the high-deductible insurance policy. “That’s still a lot less than it would cost the employer for any other type of plan,” Rogala adds. Rogala shows how the plan works by detailing one of his clients, a small business owner who was paying $900 per month for coverage for himself and his family. waterwelljournal.com

getting through their HSAs,â&#x20AC;? he says. Despite the reluctance of some to jump on the HSA bandwagon, there is no denying the rapidly growing popularity of this approach to healthcare insurance. Employees like the way HSAs give them more choices and more control over their healthcare. Self-employed individuals and small business owners say they like HSAs because they help to control spiraling healthcare costs, putting more money on their bottom lines. WWJ

Get More Information The rules, exceptions, and restrictions involving HSAs are relatively complicated, so you should not attempt to set one up without the help of a tax professional. For more detailed information on HSAs, visit www.irs.gov/ publications/p969/ar02.html. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With his HSA, his cost is $250 per month for the highdeductible insurance policy. Plus, he deposits $295 taxdeductible dollars in his health savings account to pay for medical care as needed,â&#x20AC;? Rogala explains. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If his costs for the year exceed the amount of his deposits, the insurance kicks in with 100 percent coverage. If his costs are less than his deposits for any year, the balance will roll over, accumulating a kitty to pay for future care.â&#x20AC;?

Not everyone agrees.

Information in this article is provided for educational and reference purposes only. It is not intended to provide specific advice or individual recommendations. Consult an accountant or tax adviser for advice regarding your particular situation. Bill Lynott is a management consultant,author, and lecturer who writes on business and financial topics for a number of publications. His book, Money: How to Make the Most of What Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve Got, is available through any bookstore. You can reach him at wlynott@cs.com or through his website: www.blynott.com.

Of course, not everyone is enthusiastic about these health savings accounts. Skeptics argue the high-deductible policies will deter some from buying an HSA plan. Others will be reluctant to dip into their HSA savings to pay for medical care with what amounts to their own money. At a congressional hearing in 2004, Rep. Pete Stark (D-California) said he believes high-deductible plans simply shift costs to so-called consumers who pay more out of pocket. Rogala disagrees. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My files are full of examples of individuals who are thrilled with the savings and the service theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re

Get Valuable Tax Information at the Groundwater Expo A professional development opportunity at the NGWA Groundwater Expo on December 9 will discusses federal tax changes and how they can impact your business. Presenter Mark van Benschoten, CPA, of Rea and Associates Inc. in Dublin, Ohio, will lead a session titled â&#x20AC;&#x153;How Current Tax Laws Will Affect Your Business in 2015â&#x20AC;? from 10:30-11:30 a.m. It will update specific tax code changes affecting small- and medium-size businesses.

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SAFETY MATTERS

THE CASE FOR RECORDKEEPING GARY GANSON, CIH, CSP

Not keeping illness and injury records is one of the top OSHA citations and has been for years.

nder the OSHA recordkeeping regulation (29 CFR 1904), covered employers are required to prepare and maintain records of recordable occupational injuries and illnesses, using the OSHA 300 Log. While it might seem like one more burdensome task foisted on busy employers, this information is essential to the employer, workers, and OSHA in evaluating the safety of a workplace, understanding industry hazards, and carrying out worker protections. The benefit of keeping these records, hopefully, is we learn from them and prevent workers from being injured or even killed. So recordkeeping is not just make-work, but has an important purpose. There are however some exemptions under the standard, especially for smaller drilling companies employing 10 or fewer workers. But just because you’re exempt doesn’t mean you shouldn’t pay attention or the worker protection regulations don’t apply. While these companies don’t have to maintain injury and illness records, I strongly believe it is in the best interests of an employer to know what types of injuries their workers are experiencing in order to know how to prevent them. Of course, all employers must orally report to OSHA the death of any employee from a work-related incident or the inpatient hospitalization of three or more employees as a result of a workrelated incident within eight hours. Company owners will have to maintain records and keep them available anyway for their insurance company’s workers’ compensation coverage. Many companies that bid on projects with major industries are required to submit safety records to one of many online 60 䡲 October 2014 WWJ

data management companies that grade companies’ safety performance. The hiring companies want to see recordable safety data, even if the bidding company is exempt under OSHA. If they can’t pull up the bidder’s safety information, they’re disqualified from bidding on the project. Any state agency or municipal department seeking bids on a project will check a bidding company’s OSHA records for the past three to five years. Again, if the data isn’t there, the company will most likely be disqualified.

What Should You Keep?

One of the most frequently violated OSHA regulations with substantial penalties is poor recordkeeping. Individual company citations are posted to the OSHA website and are accessible to the public.

What’s a Recordable Injury? If a person is involved in an incident on the job, goes to the hospital and is released with no medications, and goes back to their normal job with no restrictions—that’s most likely nonrecordable. But if the person goes to the hospital and there is given a prescription for a painkiller and receives treatment—that is now a recordable injury. If a person receives a couple stitches but no painkillers and goes back to their normal duties—that is also a recordable event because stitches are considered an invasive procedure.

OSHA Form 300, Log of WorkRelated Injuries and Illnesses, requires a record of all injuries and illnesses related to work that result in days away from work, restricted work or transfer to another job, loss of consciousness, or medical treatment beyond first aid. As a recommendation, companies should log all first aid cases for their own tracking. The log must be maintained all When OSHA does a site visit, throughout the year and submitted to OSHA at the end of the year. the first things they’re going The log must also be posted in the to ask for are written workplace and available for all the employees to see from February 1 safety procedures to April 30. Current and former and recordkeeping logs. employees, or their representatives, have the right to access injury and illness records. Employers It may seem confusing and there are must give the requester a copy of the certainly gray areas. But OSHA has prorelevant records by the end of the next vided guidance on different types of inbusiness day. juries that walk the employer through By providing information about the the process of distinguishing recordable type of injuries companies are experiand non-recordable injuries. encing, the Bureau of Labor Statistics Here are other examples of what is can analyze the combined injury and ill- covered under OSHA’s recordkeeping ness data from all companies to look for regulation. trends in injury rates and understand ● In addition to recording all work-rehow industries compare to the national lated injuries and illnesses that result average.

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in days away from work, restricted work or transfer to another job, and loss of consciousness, covered employers must record all medical treatment beyond first aid. (OSHA’s definition of first aid is shown later.) ● Employers must record diagnoses of work-related injuries or illnesses by a physician or other licensed health care professional, even if it does not result in death, days away from work, restricted work or job transfer, medical treatment beyond first aid, or loss of consciousness. A good example is hearing loss. ● Injuries include cases such as, but not limited to, a cut, fracture, sprain, or amputation. Illnesses include both acute and chronic illnesses, such as a skin disease (dermatitis), hearing loss, respiratory disorder (occupational asthma, pneumoconiosis), or poisoning (lead poisoning). ● OSHA’s definition of work-related injuries, illnesses, and fatalities are those where an event or exposure in the work environment either caused or contributed to the condition. If an event or exposure in the work environment significantly aggravated a pre-existing injury or illness, this is also considered work-related. First aid for purposes of OSHA recordkeeping includes: ✚ Using a non-prescription medication at non-prescription strength ✚ Giving tetanus immunizations (hepatitis B vaccine or rabies vaccine are considered medical treatment) ✚ Cleaning, flushing, or soaking wounds on the surface of the skin ✚ Using wound coverings such as bandages, band-aids, gauze pads, or butterfly bandages (sutures and staples are medical treatment) ✚ Using any non-rigid means of support such as elastic bandages, wraps, back belts ✚ Using temporary immobilization devices such as splints, slings, neck collars, or backboards while transporting an accident victim ✚ Drilling of a fingernail or toenail to relieve pressure, or draining fluid from a blister ✚ Using eye patches. Twitter @WaterWellJournl

Manage Safety at Your Company The health of employees in your company is critical as it can impact production, morale, and eventually, revenue. Making sure each employee returns home safely each night is important too. One way to help ensure that is with a properly organized safety program designed specifically for those working in the groundwater industry. The National Ground Water Association has published a program titled Model Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manual. It is a CD and can be viewed on a computer or printed and stored in a three-ring binder. It also contains a version that can be edited so specific company information can be added. The manual contains sections on having a code of safe work practices, inspection and auditing, incident and accident reporting, confined space operations, electrical safety, employee training, fire prevention, fall prevention, hazard communication, hearing conservation, and respiratory protection. The manual is designed to promote safe practices and reduce worker injuries, potential fatalities, and financial loss. Go to the bookstore at NGWA’s website at www.NGWA.org for more information. ✚ Removing foreign bodies from the eye using only irrigation or a cotton swab ✚ Removing splinters or foreign material from areas other than the eye by irrigation, tweezers, or cotton swabs ✚ Using finger guards ✚ Using massages (physical therapy or chiropractic treatment are medical treatment) ✚ Drinking fluids for relief of heat stress.

A Further Case for Recordkeeping Remember, not keeping illness and injury records is one of the top OSHA citations. It has been so for years. Because no one wants an injury and illness rate that is unacceptable to potential customers, some companies don’t submit recordable injuries in order to keep their safety rating acceptable. When OSHA does a site visit, the first things they’re going to ask for are written safety procedures and recordkeeping logs. They can get all injury and illness information from worker comp records, and if that information doesn’t correlate with what’s been submitted for recordable injuries—that’s a basis for an OSHA citation. Remember, OSHA is there to help and will be happy to provide a free consultation. If someone has a question or concern and is afraid to contact OSHA because they’re concerned it will make

them vulnerable, states do have free voluntary programs that send out an inspector trained to conduct an OSHA-type inspection or help with recordkeeping. There’s no downside to taking advantage of this program, as the inspector will not disclose anything observed during the inspection—unless the identified deficiencies are not addressed within a given timeframe. In addition, OSHA has a brief training module on its website that walks you through examples of recordable injuries. Or just call to get guidance. Honesty and following the rules is still the best practice as well as understanding the intent of the standard. Recordkeeping is not meant to be a punishment for being a bad player but rather a tool to help you recognize that you need to, and you can, do better. Recordkeeping will help you see how frequent and how severe are the injuries that are happening. With that information in hand, you can identify and target work hazards and eliminate them by educating employees to recognize and manage risks—through better training and company policies. WWJ Gary Ganson, a certified industrial hygienist and certified safety professional, is a senior consultant for Terracon in Lenexa, Kansas.

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ENGINEERING YOUR BUSINESS

DESIGN-BUILD VS. DESIGN-BID-BUILD Part 2: Techniques and methods used by project managers ED BUTTS, PE, CPI

s we discussed in last month’s column, there are two primary methods of project delivery used in most of the larger construction projects today. We may not often think of an individual water well or pump station project as an element needed on a typical construction project. But in reality, both these types of projects, when required, are generally included in one of the following categories: the civil, site work, or utilities section of the Construction Specifications Institute guidelines and classification system. Where a separate city, private, or other water system is not available, new construction projects will often need to develop a new water source. This will consist of drilling and installing a new well and pump station in order to provide the potable, industrial, commercial, or irrigation class of water supply to the new facility. Last month, we introduced the two delivery methods (design-build and design-bid-build). We examined their differences and similarities, as well as their advantages and disadvantages. This month, we will expand upon this topic with an overview of the management techniques and methods used by project managers for each type of system.

Not Your Father’s Project Management In earlier years in the construction business, project management had a wholly different connotation and priority than in today’s much faster paced world. For one thing, just about any seasoned construction worker could work his way up to managing the same type of project he may have been building just a year before. During the early to mid-1900s, project managers were most often referred 62 䡲 October 2014 WWJ

to as foremen, supervisors, or bosses. longer have to work for years under the Although these terms remain in use for direct charge of another individual. many industries and professions today, He or she can now pursue any one the official use of “project manager” has of several avenues of formal training in become much more common and wideorder to become a project manager in spread throughout the construction construction. In fact, many colleges and industry. universities now offer a two-year AssoInitially, a foreman’s principal asciate’s or a full four-year Bachelor of signment was to deliver the project in Science degree program in construction the fastest and most profitable method engineering management or similar type possible—at least to the contractor’s of program that provides the individual (his boss’s) perspective. Rarely were with a course of study that combines considerations such as job site safety, basic civil engineering principles with environmental protection, critical path construction management techniques. scheduling, and runoff control included in the project manager’s The diversity of available duties or responsibilities. construction methods, Project managers, as with many other construction positions, equipment, and processes were often groomed through years means an effective project of experience and taught the basics of project management manager must be versatile. through what resembled a type of apprenticeship. A senior mentor usually passed on the benefits of his Obviously, even with a formalized own years of experience to a younger course of study, the need for field expeand less seasoned individual, generally rience must also be considered and apa man. plied. No formal degree or classroom This has all changed in today’s constudy can replace the advantages gained struction environment. Not only have through direct exposure to actual field the responsibilities and duties of a projconditions. This has never been truer ect manager increased tenfold, but the than in today’s world, particularly with idea only a man can fulfill this role has the newer and more fast-paced work also retreated into history. One of the conditions workers are often exposed to. other principal changes has been the adAs the expression goes: “There’s no vent of formal education, training, and substitute for experience.” even certification for developing today’s The Contracting Side project managers. It is often hard for me to decide Various third-party certification prowhich side of the well and water system grams are now available for verifying the credentials of a project manager. One business I have enjoyed the most through the past 40 years. Designing such program is certification as a person certified in project management—a Cer- and engineering the project? Or being involved in building it? tified Project Manager (CPM) designation. Individuals interested in pursuing or advancing into this line of work no ENGINEERING continues on page 64 waterwelljournal.com

ENGINEERING from page 62 As critical to the ultimate success of the project each aspect is, each also has its own set of obligations, values, rewards, and feeling of accomplishment. To be sure, each aspect has its own defined level of risks as well. For the most part I have tried to enjoy the experience of each one as I was involved in the project. The contracting element has so many more distinct and significant risks and day-to-day problems an individual working solely in the engineering field, even on the same project, would almost never encounter. These can be as minor as a backhoe on a project site running out of fuel, a worker calling in sick, or a minor payroll snafu (is there really any such thing?). Or they can be as major as a trench cave-in, a serious worker injury, or a scaffold collapse—any of which could result in injured employees or damaged equipment and prompt an OSHA investigation. How each of these events, major or minor, is ultimately handled will often define the character of the person in charge as well as how long they might last in the business.

The Successful Project Manager A successful project manager in the contracting realm will soon recognize they must have the ability to discuss highly technical matters with one worker one minute, and then turn around and explain why a 2-inch × 6inch stud cannot fit into the same wall intended for a 2-inch × 4-inch stud to an apprentice carpenter the next. Here, communication skills are a must as well as a given, regardless of the degree of construction talent a person might possess. If a project manager cannot effectively communicate with people, his or her position is in jeopardy. In addition, the diversity of available construction methods, equipment, and processes in today’s construction world means an effective project manager must be versatile, think on his or her feet, and be able to rapidly decide a solution to a problem that might tie up a full crew. As they still say, “Time is money.” 64 䡲 October 2014 WWJ

Next, a construction project manager must be capable of understanding and working with all the many specifications and their potential impact on a project. Ignoring or disregarding a spec simply because you feel it is a ridiculous requirement can often be a recipe for disaster. This is one of the primary reasons I firmly believe a project manager should be heavily involved with the bidding and proposal process. The more knowledge and insight about the project (including the profitability and risk factors) he or she has from the beginning, the more likely the project will succeed. Finally, the project manager under a contractor must gain the trust and respect of the workers under their charge and control, including all subcontractors and suppliers. The construction business is a close-knit and tight group of people who usually have great respect for those within their group and often very little for those outside.

The Engineering Side As an individual who has functioned as a project manager in both a contracting and an engineering environment, I can assure you there are marked similarities as well as differences between the two. Where the contracting project manager is more concerned with the daily production and progress of a project with an ever-present eye towards the project’s profitability, the engineering project manager is more often than not more concerned with the ultimate outcome, integrity, and functionality of a project.

Case in Point I was involved in the construction of a concrete water storage reservoir several years ago in the role of project engineer/manager. Due to inclement and cold weather, concrete pours on the project had been delayed and fallen seriously behind and we were beginning to worry we might have to shut the job down until spring. During a meeting one afternoon with all of the principal parties, the contractor’s project manager indicated they were planning on pouring a substantial wall section the next morning. When reminded the weather forecasts were predicting temperatures in the 20s and snow, he asserted they had successfully

poured concrete in much colder weather than that and could take measures to protect the freshly poured concrete. The next 15 minutes saw an exchange of opinions, comments, and bravado of every kind emanating from each of the five or six men in the room. Ultimately, the decision had to be made and it was mine. Erring on the side of protecting my client’s investment, I opted to forgo the concrete pour, shut the project down, and wait until spring to resume the concrete work. Once I had given my project manager cohort enough time to voice his judgment and how stupid I was, I reminded him we would receive one and only one chance to make this pour and once the concrete was in the forms it was there forever. Even though I agreed there were measures we could take to protect the concrete, I felt they were marginal at best, and the need to make the pour simply did not outweigh the potential risk to the concrete wall. Obviously, this decision had implications all over. For the contractor, for sure, as he had to shut down and demobilize and reassign his entire workforce for several months. For the owner, my client, as the delay would result in additional loss of use of the reservoir, additional interest payments on the borrowed money, and added bonding and insurance costs. For myself, as my decision would be questioned all winter long. In the end I was vindicated. The project turned out well, we poured the walls in the spring, there were no severe cracks or structural issues with any portion of the reservoir, and everyone left happy. I think the contractor even made a few bucks. It could have gone the other way, of course, with no one happy but the lawyers. The bottom line was this: As the engineering project manager, my sole interest lay in what was best for the owner, in the long run, and no one else. Surely if I had considered only the contractor’s interests, as his project manager needed to do, we would have been pouring concrete the next morning. But I had to evaluate what would be looked back on as the best choice not just tomorrow, but next year, and 20 years from then. waterwelljournal.com

The Effective Project Manager Regardless of whether your role as a project manager is for a contractor or an engineer or both, as with a design-build project, there are a few basic tenets to consider and put into practice in order to become an effective project manager. • Understand and develop clear and concise budgets, work scopes, schedules, and proposals. • Exploit the best of both worlds. Balance the mentoring offered from a trusted and experienced associate with education and knowledge from classes or seminars. • Strive to assemble all the parties involved in the project to function and cooperate as a project team. • Listen to, acknowledge, and work towards resolving the concerns of all team members. • Understand and meet the expectations of the client, your employer, and the team.

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• Use rapid, clear, and concise communication with all parties. Don’t just send written memos. Use electronic devices as well as verbal conversations to discuss and resolve problems and issues, or even to acknowledge successes. • Build cooperation, respect, and teamwork with and among all parties. • Expand your knowledge whenever possible. Learn about new techniques and construction methods and processes that may benefit you or your team on the next project. • Recognize codes and standards are there for a reason. Don’t allow subordinates to circumvent or bypass any type of code—building, electrical, safety, plumbing, HVAC, or other. • Delegate responsibility and tasks when necessary. But recognize as the project manager you are in charge of the entire project and the outcome, good or bad. • Use fair, balanced, and valid judgment in making decisions and applying discipline.

• Realize change orders and work directives (in both directions) are sometimes needed and even desirable; however, never use one as a profit recovery method. • Above all, recognize there is no “one size fits all” or standard approach or pattern to project management. Develop and use your own innate skills, talents, and experience to the best of your ability. This concludes our two-part discussion on project management. Although we covered quite a bit, we have literally only scratched the surface with much more available to you. I encourage those of you interested in learning more about project management to seek out any one of the many excellent sources of information on the topic. Until then, work safe and smart. WWJ Ed Butts, PE, CPI, is the chief engineer at 4B Engineering & Consulting, Salem, Oregon. He has more than 35 years experience in the water well business, specializing in engineering and business management. He can be reached at epbpe@juno.com.

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FACE THE FIRE: HOW TO HANDLE IRATE CUSTOMERS Save the relationship first and the business second. JULIE HANSEN

ick, my long-time IT person, blew it. He’d agreed to do something. I trusted it was done and found out it wasn’t. His oversight probably cost me a business opportunity. After agreeing on a time to discuss this disaster, I picked up the phone with the clear intention of letting him know just how unhappy I was, what his mistake had cost me, and ultimately, ending our business relationship. Twenty minutes later when I hung up the phone, I felt calm, reassured, and our relationship had been restored. In fact, I’d say our relationship was stronger than before. What happened? While Rick may not have been consciously aware of it, he followed all the steps necessary to mend a broken serviceprovider relationship. Like Rick, we are all imperfect and capable of making mistakes, as are our companies, our products, and our services.

⽧ Listen fully I know this is Sales 101 stuff, but I also know it’s difficult to listen when someone is reading you the riot act. Listening fully means resisting the urge to jump in and explain before the customer is done venting.

⽧ Separate the message from the messenger Having negative emotions directed at you—even if you are in some way responsible—is never easy. Taking a step back and disconnecting the message from the person delivering it and even from yourself, the receiver, can help you maintain some objectivity. Think of it as a friend telling you about something that made them really upset. This makes it easier to take the next step.

⽧ Express authentic empathy

Business is built on relationships and the healthiest relationships are built on trust and the ability to weather a few storms. It’s unlikely you will get through your career without having to face an angry customer. And so, it’s important to have the right tools at your disposal so you can face the fire, minimize the damage, and perhaps even strengthen your customer relationships. Here are some of the tools Rick used and why they worked.

⽧ Save the relationship first, the business second That has to be your main focus. It’s clear to anyone with a brain if it sounds like you’re just out to save the deal. Business is built on relationships and the healthiest relationships are built on trust and the ability to weather a few storms. When you’re in fear over losing a customer or future business, it’s hard for you to trust that honesty and focusing on the relationship will improve your business outcome—but it’s true. It worked in Rick’s case. Strengthen your personal relationship and your business relationship will follow. 66 䡲 October 2014 WWJ

Throwing out stock apologies or corporate responses will not do here. You’re talking to a real person who has incurred some loss or frustration. I’m sure you know what that feels like. In fact, you probably have a lot of examples from your own life you can draw on. Do that now. Imagine being in this other person’s shoes. In similar circumstances, what is it you would like to hear someone say to you?

⽧ Ask what you can do to make it right “Oh no!”—I hear sales people crying in unison. But it doesn’t matter what the person’s request is or if you’re able to do it or not. What matters is that you get it out on the table and out of their heads. Often the customer is well aware what they’re asking for is out of line, and verbalizing can help them realize that. Let them say their piece, and remember, they will be watching how you react.

⽧ Acknowledge their request So you can’t replace their water system for free or give them all their money back because a shipment was late? Fine. But don’t get defensive. Offer a simple statement such as “I can understand why you would like us to replace that for you, and I wish we could, too.” Then, have a “pivot point” ready. waterwelljournal.com

⽧ Add a pivot point This is the time to share your best-case alternative: “I know this has been frustrating for you and I want to make sure it never happens again, and to ensure that, I’m going to personally oversee every step in the shipping on each of your orders as well as cover the costs for the next two shipments. How does that sound?” Now . . .

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ENGINEERING OF WATER SYSTEMS Part 11(e)—The Source: The Well, Part 5 ED BUTTS, PE, CPI

e introduced the concept of using water wells as the source of potable water in the previous inserts of the “Engineering of Water Systems” series in this column. The previous four articles discussed the various geological materials that comprise aquifers, the definitions and uses of groundwater terms, and the type of well drilling equipment used to drill wells in varying types of formations. In this article, we will view the types of well construction used in different aquifers and formations.

Water Well Construction Methods There are dozens of variations of potential water well construction methods used throughout the world. However, there are basically six types of finished well methods in common use today. Each method is oriented and developed for the type of aquifer encountered and the well drilling method applied. Even though the well may be started with the assumption it will be finished through the use of a specific method, it is not unusual to vary or completely change the actual finished well should geologic conditions warrant. Regardless of the actual type of finished well construction method to be used, there are a few basic concepts of well construction that apply to each method. 1. Maintain a plumb and straight borehole. This is a critical factor for any water well because a “crooked” or unplumbed well can cause numerous problems. In some cases, a crooked well will not permit installing a telescope well screen— rendering the well worthless. 68 䡲 October 2014 WWJ

In another example, operating a vertical turbine pump in a crooked well can cause vibration, premature bearing wear, and pump failure. Adherence to an alignment standard, such as allowing a drift of no more than 4 inches per 100 feet of borehole, is a reasonable specification. 2. Maintain sanitary conditions. Well drilling is a messy and muddy occupation, but there is no reason why the site conditions need to invite or spread added contamination. Requiring the well contractor to maintain a decent level of sanitary control of the well borehole, drilling tools, well casing, drilling water and mud, and other related items lowered into the well is not an unreasonable request. During well construction, the well casings, tools, and makeup water should routinely be sprayed with a chlorine solution to protect the aquifer from contamination. 3. Maintain a safe working environment. It is not in any way the well designer’s responsibility to maintain job site safety and manage the well contractor’s employees. But it is everybody’s responsibility to point out safety hazards where and when they exist and, if possible, help avoid an accident. 4. Establish a material standard. A new water well is a significant investment. When used as a primary source of potable water, it is imperative the well be capable of continuous operation for many years. Given the extreme differential between the labor and equipment needed to construct the well and the material that goes into the well, there is simply no logic in using short-

cuts or used equipment like well casing. Specifications should be written to rule out any salvage or reuse of previously used material in a new water well. 5. Know the design goal. Although the design of a water well includes several factors that should all add up to a productive water source, the designer should always keep one basic factor paramount in mind. And that is to end up with a water well with the highest efficiency possible. Simply stated, the efficiency of a well is directly related to the drawdown against the production (specific capacity). This means all your efforts should be directed towards increasing the passage of water from the aquifer into the well, however it is done. The following comprise the six most common water well construction methods and types (Figure 1).

Type 1: Pipe-Size Well Screen This method uses a well screen— referred to as a pipe-size well screen— fabricated to match the same outside dimensions as the permanent well casing. This is done either by using a heavy solution of circulated mud (mud rotary or reverse circulation method) or from advancing a temporary larger well casing (often referred to as a surface casing). An oversized borehole with outside diameter dimensions up to 4 to 6 inches greater than the permanent well casing/ well screen assembly is advanced through all overlying formations and the aquifer to the final proposed well depth. The well screen is designed on the basis of the results from a sieve analysis at carefully selected intervals of the wellbore to retain up to 40% to 50% of the aquifer material. It is not unusual for

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Figure 1. Typical water well construction methods and types.

the well screen to be fitted with varying openings (slots) throughout its length to coincide with the differing sizes of the geologic material it is intended to block. The well screen is generally made from stainless, mild, or galvanized steel. Fiberglass and thermoplastics are also used, but their use in municipal water wells is rare. The well screen is attached, usually through welding, directly to the lower end of the permanent well casing and then progressively lowered into the larger borehole to the bottom of the well. Once the well driller is satisfied the well screen is in its proper position and orientation, the temporary well casing is then retracted or the drilling mud is removed to expose the well screen to the original aquifer material. Development of the well screen is generally performed in short intervals as the temporary well casing is removed. This ensures full development of each interval and results in a natural gravel or filter pack. Ultimately, the entire string of the temporary well casing is removed and, finally, the upper interval of the sanitary borehole is sealed, using cement or bentonite clay to the upper formation. This method has severe and significant limitations as the well designer and driller must be assured all the encounTwitter @WaterWellJournl

tered formations are well defined in regard to type, thickness, and consistency. After all, once the well screen is installed and developed, there is little chance to modify the well construction. In addition, when used with the mud or reverse rotary method, the development process must be conducted methodically and extensively. This is to ensure the removal of any mud cake that may have formed on the well screen openings, which could effectively block out a substantial amount of water.

Type 2: Telescope Well Screen This method, popular with cable tool constructed wells, uses a permanent string of well casing progressively advanced through the overburden material and then into and through the aquifer. Typically, the entire aquifer is penetrated. But in some cases where a limited water supply is required, only the upper region of the aquifer may be used. As with the pipe-size well screen, the well screen is designed from the results of conducting a sieve analysis on samples from carefully selected intervals of the wellbore as the well is advanced to its lowest level. The well screen is designed to typically retain up to 40% to 50% of the aquifer material. It is not unusual for the

well screen to be fitted with varying openings (slots) throughout its length to coincide with the differing sizes of the geologic material it is intended to block. The well screen is generally made from stainless or mild steel and is typically lowered on a string of pipe or a cable to the bottom of the cased portion of the borehole. Once the driller is satisfied the well screen is properly positioned and stationary, the permanent well casing is slowly withdrawn to expose the well screen to the aquifer. This is how the term of telescoping was introduced. This procedure is generally performed by using hydraulic jacks and is conducted carefully to make sure the well screen remains in the desired location within the aquifer and doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t start to climb up the borehole with the well casing. Depending on the characteristics of the aquifer and driller preference, development of the well screen is often conducted in short intervals as the well screen is exposed. In other situations, the entire length of the well screen is exposed to the aquifer before development begins. Sealing between the well casing and upper portion of the well screen is afforded through the use of a single or ENGINEERING continues on page 70 WWJ October 2014 äĄ˛ 69

ENGINEERING from page 69 pair of synthetic rubber packers. Ultimately, the entire string of the permanent well casing is retracted to its final position and the upper section of well casing is then sealed using cement or bentonite clay to the upper formation. This is a popular well construction method for many aquifers consisting of sand and gravel or other unconsolidated material. It is relatively safe, provides a great degree of flexibility, and the well screen can be retrieved in the future for maintenance or replacement.

Type 3: Filter Pack with Screen There are two primary types of filter pack wells, gravel pack and sand pack. Each has its own design characteristics and potential problems. This method is popular for use in high-valued municipal and industrial water wells, chiefly for its inherent added protection from sand pumping when the aquifer is mainly comprised of fine and uniform sand or layers of different sizes of material.

Essentially, a filter pack well is simply an inlet structure with a larger diameter than the well itself. The uniform grading of the pack material assists in stabilizing the water approaching the well and lowers the average entrance velocity as a means of reducing the likelihood of sand pumping. As with a pipe-size well screened well, an oversized borehole is advanced to the final projected well depth. Depending on the design criteria and aquifer characteristics, the borehole could be as much as 24 to 36 inches greater than the proposed final permanent well casing size, although it is generally more in the order of 6 to 9 inches greater in diameter as the thicker filter packs are inherently harder to clean and remove the mud cake. Even though a Type 3 well can be constructed using virtually any type of drilling machine, it is most commonly associated with the mud rotary, reverse rotary, and cable-tool methods. As with previous methods, during the drilling procedure formation samples are extracted at selected intervals for performing sieve analyses. Once the

borehole has reached the desired depth, a string of permanent well casing affixed to a preselected well screen assembly is lowered into the borehole. Carefully selected and graded filter pack material is introduced in the annulus between the well screen and the aquifer. Development is usually conducted in intervals at the same time the filter pack material is introduced to optimize the wellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s performance. Tremie pipes are generally added to allow for the future addition of filter pack material that may subside or settle. The final step involves the sealing of the well using cement grout.

Type 4: Rock Borehole This type of well construction is quite popular in regions where consolidated materials, such as basalt and granite, and semi-consolidated materials, sandstone and claystone, are present. The air rotary and sonic drilling methods are most commonly used for this type of well construction. Typically, an oversized borehole 4 to 6 inches greater than the planned final well casing size is advanced through overlying material until hard rock is en-

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Figure 2. Configuration of various well screen/slots. countered. The drilling is generally advanced an additional 5 to 10 feet to be sure an adequate sealing environment in the rock formation exists for the well casing. The well casing is then lowered to this depth and the annulus sealed with cement grout and allowed to cure for up to 72 hours. Following the curing process, a smaller open borehole is advanced through the rock formation until encountering water. Generally the drilling procedure continues until the aquifer is exhausted or an adequate volume of water is realized. In many rock formations the strata is unstable and prone to caving or sloughing. In these situations, a smaller liner pipe is often used to prevent caving of the borehole and the likely loss of the well and pumping equipment. Liner pipes are made from steel and plastic and usually perforated to admit water into the well. In some cases well screens are also used.

Type 5: Perforated Well Casing

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This method of well construction, although generally thought to be inferior to the use of well screens, remains in common use in many regions throughout the United States and the world due to its lower cost and the flexibility provided in locating the perforations at any desired depth. The procedure is typically limited to cable-tool constructed wells, although air rotary drilling machines with casing hammers are also used to construct perforated wells. Typically, the well is begun with the drilling of the sanitary seal borehole to the desired depth. Surface casing is often used to maintain an open borehole while smaller well casing is advanced through a repeated series of drilling/ driving procedures until the aquifer is encountered and the driller is satisfied the required depth has been reached.

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ENGINEERING from page 71 A perforator is then used to punch holes through the well casing to allow the admittance of water into the well. In some cases where the driller is familiar with the local geology and depth to the aquifer, pre-cut slots, using an oxyacetylene torch, are applied to the well casing before advancing. Although the slots are generally much more uniform in dimensions and spacing, the risk for improperly locating the perforated zone in the well is much higher.

Development of the well, typically through surging or airlifting, is performed to develop a natural filter pack surrounding the well. The final step is sealing of the sanitary borehole with cement grout. Perforated wells definitely have disadvantages when compared to screened wells. For one, it is difficult to control the geometry and shape of the perforation, which creates problems in developing the well. Also, water entering the perforation over time can lead to erosion or corrosion of the opening, resulting in

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additional sand pumping. Likewise, rehabilitation of a perforated well is much more difficult and problematic than a screened well, and the results are generally inferior. But even with all these limitations, perforated wells continue to be used primarily for domestic, irrigation, and small commercial use wells.

Type 6: Shutter/Louvered Well Screen The final type of well construction method uses a process somewhat combining the attributes of a stainless steel well screen with a perforated well casing. This method uses a steel pipe, usually galvanized, in which slotted openings are punched out from the pipe wall at a factory. The openings are designed to resemble shutters and provide a large amount of open area. This method is most often used for high-capacity irrigation wells where a gravel aquifer is the primary water source. Although the openings are much more uniform in cross-sectional area than perforations, sand pumping remains a concern and the use of a shuttered well screen must be carefully considered and reserved for very specific types of aquifers. Please refer to Figure 2 for a crosssectional view of the configuration of the slots or openings used in the preceding well construction methods. This concludes Part 4 of this series. In the next installment we will wrap up this discussion of using water wells as a source for an engineered water system. We will present a basic outline of well hydraulics, a guideline for determining the size of a new well to drill for a specific flow rate, and information on how to size a pump for an existing well. Until then, keep them pumping! WWJ Ed Butts, PE, CPI, is the chief engineer at 4B Engineering & Consulting, Salem, Oregon. He has more than 35 years experience in the water well business, specializing in engineering and business management. He can be reached at epbpe@juno.com.

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THE AFTER MARKET

YOU MANAGE PROCESSES . . . BUT YOU LEAD PEOPLE How does your leadership stack up? RON SLEE

here are some fundamental truths about people and their work. Everyone wants to do a good job. Everyone can do more than they think they can. Everyone is fundamentally lazy. In management and leadership we have to deal with people and processes—that is the job. You lead people and you manage the process. The job of management starts with clarity. Everyone has to understand what it is that is expected of them. To satisfy this need, we must have a job description for each function. This job description provides clarity to the employee of what the job entails. Normally a job description is split up into smaller elements. These elements cover the job title, reports to, functions of the job, qualifications and prerequisites, specific accountabilities and duties, work environment, travel, and more. This is but a few of the categories as they vary by business and job type.

Standards of Performance Along with understanding what the job is the employee is expected to perform are the standards of performance. These are what I like to call “What it looks like when it’s right.” Too often in our training programs I ask, “How do you know when you are doing a good job?” Sadly, the answer I get too often is “When the boss isn’t on my case.” That is not a situation that will have employees motivated to do their best, is it? So we need clarity on what is expected in performance as well. I see four sections on standards of performance: sales, operations, assets, and productivity. There are then three to five “management measures” for each of these four operational areas and then for each of the management measures there are performance ranges. I call the ranges: triage, red light, caution, green light, gold star, frown face. I think you can understand the levels of performance these are associated with. This started for me in the 1980s with the book Straight from the Gut by Jack Welsh. The author discussed his management style with his direct reports and used a traffic light graphic to indicate performance. Red light. Orange light. Green light. Welsh had a series of measures for the executives reporting to him. If their measures lit up green, everything was fine. If a measure lit up red, he expected to see an email detailing the corrective action that was being taken. If there was no email by a specific time, that executive was in Welsh’s office and 74 䡲 October 2014 WWJ

they were talking about the situation. If the measures lit up orange for two consecutive days, the same thing happened. That was hands on, wasn’t it? There was no doubt about what was expected. That is only one management style. I am not going to pass judgment on it as there are many other styles that can be used.

Managing the Business Let’s move to the management measures. In order to manage the business we need to develop goals and objectives. These goals and objectives are developed based on the needs of the stakeholders of the business. That includes but is not limited to employees, suppliers, and owners. I like to use sports as an analogy, and with the NFL in full swing let me use football. There are specific physical development programs each individual player on the team follows during the winter. There are trainers who assist, tools provided, dietary help, and medical advice. In other words, there is training. This is an employee development program, isn’t it? This is helping every employee get better at what they do.

As leaders you are asked to recognize and adapt to the future. You are asked to develop employees to satisfy the needs of the business. Then we move to training camp in the summer. This is where the analogy is weakest as there is no program like this in business. We don’t bring in a bunch of rookies, people we have drafted, and acquired in a trade to compete for a job. But I suggest we think about this a bit. We should be hiring interns when school is not in session. We should be hiring students from technical schools and working with universities and colleges on shared learning programs. In other words, we should be developing potential employees even before they are on the payroll. After training camp in the summer, the team is selected. The goal is always the same: Win the championship. But there is only one winner. waterwelljournal.com

Satisfy the Customer Our overarching goal is also always the same: Satisfy the customer. We have changing customer needs and wants. We need to adapt our operations to these needs and wants. We do that by adjusting our objectives, which calls for different management measures. And here there is a gap. Statistical studies show only 10% of American businesses succeed in achieving their objectives. Wow. That is startling. That means 90% of us fail to achieve our goals. Digging deeper, it was found the primary reason why is because the employees did not know what the goals were. That is quite an indictment on management. As leaders you are asked to recognize and adapt to the future. You are asked to develop employees to satisfy the needs of the business. You are asked to obtain the necessary tools and assets to achieve the goals of the business. You are involved in the development of the goals and objectives of the business. Yet at the very end, there is a failure to communicate. I don’t believe that for a minute. I think you communicate with the employees and go over the goals and objectives for the year. But all the same, let me suggest a device that will help you achieve your goals and objectives at a higher level. I want you to have vigorous debates within your team about the goals and objectives. I want you to debate until you get to the place where every single employee not only understands what the goals and objectives are, but also understands that those goals and objectives are the right thing to do—and that they are achievable.

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That is when you will succeed in accomplishing those goals and objectives. If the employees understand and accept those goals and objectives are the right things to do—they will be committed to achieving them. It’s as simple as that. That is leadership. Are you ready for those debates? The time is now. WWJ Ron Slee is the founder of R.J. Slee & Associates in Rancho Mirage, California, a consulting firm that specializes in dealership operations. He also operates Quest Learning Centers, which provides training services specializing in product support, and Insight (M&R) Institute, which operates “Dealer Twenty” Groups. He can be reached at ron @rjslee.com.

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Dianna (Diann) G. Scott, vice president marketing, North America Water Systems for Franklin Electric, has been named to the Water Systems Council board of directors. She will replace David Haecker of Franklin Electric, who has served on the WSC board Diann Scott since 2012. The Water Systems Council is the only national, nonprofit organization solely focused on household wells and small water well systems. Scott joined Franklin Electric, a global provider of complete water and fueling systems, in 2013 and is responsible for leading the company’s marketing for its

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The Mincon Group has made three new acquisitions, obtaining majority stakes in Canada-based manufacturer Rotacan, Australian equipment supplier ABC Products, and Namibian supplier Omina. Omina is established in Windhoek, Namibia, and will complement Mincon’s existing distribution company in Johannesburg, South Africa. Mincon was founded in 1977 to produce state-of-

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Cascade Drilling LP has announced the acquisition of Zebra Environmental Corp. This acquisition strengthens Cascade’s presence in the Northeast direct-push, in-situ remediation, and small auger market. Zebra Environmental will now be called Zebra Technical Services LLC and will largely retain their current corporate identity as a subsidiary of Cascade Drilling.

The Northern Ontario Institute of Technology (NOIT) nominated Ray Roussy, developer of modern day sonic drilling technology and the president of Sonic Drill Corp. and Sonic Drilling Ltd., for

an Ontario Premier’s award. The ceremony will take place November 24. Roussy is an alumni of NOIT where he was first introduced to mechanical engineering before continuing onto Lakehead University where he grad- Ray Roussy uated with a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering degree in 1974. Today, 40 years later, Roussy holds dozens of patents involving sonic drilling technology and is solely responsible for its successful commercialization.

IN MEMORIAM

Elmer D. Tasker, “The Man with the Tin Hat,” 94, passed away August 13. After serving in World War II from 1940 to 1945, Tasker and his brother Murray founded Tasker’s Well Co. in 1947 in Northwood, New Hampshire. While Edith, his late wife, raised their children and kept the company books, Tasker expanded his company and became an icon in the well drilling industry. Many of the workers he trained Elmer Tasker over the years went on to establish their own companies. After being nominated by Governor John Sununu in 1983, Tasker served for 11 years as the Well Driller Member of the New Hampshire Water Well Board. He was recognized in 1996 by the New Hampshire Water Well Association for his dedication and devotion to the water well industry. The Northwood Chamber of Commerce honored Elmer by naming him the 1996-97 Citizen of the Year. With more than 40 years as head of the company, some of Elmer’s many roles included well driller, mechanic, and salesman. After Tasker retired, he continued to have a relentless interest in the company, calling his sons at the end of each day to see how things went at the job site. He enjoyed being known throughout the state as “The Man with the Tin Hat.” Tasker’s sons, Jeffrey, MGWC, and Daniel, run Tasker’s Well. The company is now in its 67th year of business. (Water Well Journal featured an article on Elmer Tasker and his company—“Man with the Tin Hat” Celebrates Golden Anniversary—in the August 1997 issue.) waterwelljournal.com

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Little Beaver Adds to Its Lone Star Drills

The reliable Solinst Model 601 Standpipe Piezometers are designed for placement within a drilled hole to provide a filtered inlet point. They are also suitable for pushing into loose sands at the base of a borehole, stream, or tailings pond sediments. With a preformed Vyon tube set inside a perforated PVC piezometer tip, they are excellent for metals sampling and well suited for water level monitoring. The Model 601 tips connect to the surface with ¾-inch inside diameter PVC riser pipe using slip-fit couplings. Piezometer tip lengths are available in 6 inches, 1 foot, 2 feet, and 3 feet. www.solinst.com

Now available for sale in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, Grundfos’ Comfort PM Auto range sets the standard for intelligent and energy-efficient hot water recirculation. Compared with conventional pumps that run continuously, the Comfort PM Auto reduces energy costs by as much as 96% thanks to the innovative Auto Adapt feature, which ensures the pump runs only when required. The Comfort PM Auto features three operating modes. The pump also has temperature mode to keep the water temperature within an automatically detected range and 100% mode to allow the pump to run constantly at full speed. http://us.grundfos.com

Texas-based manufacturer Little Beaver added the new LS400T+ drill rig to its Lone Star Drills line for geothermal and water well drilling. The new unit is significantly heavier than the next largest rigs; thus drillers can more efficiently power through the toughest soils. Little Beaver designed and produced the LS400T+ rig at the request of an organization that needed a more rugged unit that could drill deeper. The LS400T+ can withstand challenging drilling environments. It also offers 15,000 pounds of pullback force, three times more than the next biggest model. www.littlebeaver.com

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BBA Pumps introduces a new line of electrically driven solids handling pumps. These auto prime pumps have a capacity of 100 m3/hour to 6500 m3/hour. The BA diesel driven pumps have been actively used on the market for many years. Now, with the development of a new standard norm block construction, BBA Pumps offers a modular and compact electrically driven pump design. Using high efficiency pumps and IE2 electric motors, the pumps offer maximum performance. In addition to a standard control box and soft starter, the pump sets can also be provided with a frequency converter. www.bbapumps.com

Mueller Introduces Remote Pressure Monitoring System

Mueller Co., North Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s full-line supplier of potable water distribution products, introduced a new remote pressure monitoring system for water distribution networks as part of its Intelligent Water Technology portfolio of products and services that actively diagnose, monitor, and control the delivery of safe, clean drinking water to consumers and businesses. The sensor, typically installed one per district metering area or neighborhood, reports pressure data at customer-defined intervals by means of a low cost machine-to-machine cellular based service or a Mueller advanced metering infrastructure network. Information is collected and analyzed on a Mueller-hosted or customer-secured web server. www.muellercompany.com

Solinst Levelogger Edge Performs Well in High-Stress Environments

The Solinst Levelogger Edge provides a compact method of recording continuous water level data. It is a precision instrument that performs well in high-stress environments and has excellent temperature compensation and response time. The Levelogger Edge consists of the pressure sensor, temperature thermistor, datalogger, and 10-year lithium battery in a stainless steel housing. Memory holds up to 120,000 data points using compressed linear sampling. Optical infrared communication makes installation easy using a direct read cable or wireline/rope deployment. www.solinst.com

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SonicSampDrill’s MidRotoSonic MRS XL Max provides the full sonic power in a relatively small package. The MRS XL Max is based on the reliable XL platform and upgraded to give optimal power to host the LS 50K sonic drill head. Safety options include fully-automated rod/casing handling, triple floating clamp, and hydraulic-rotating jib hoist. This rig will boost your productivity and increase safety for a variety of applications including geotechnical drilling and environmental drilling. The sonic drilling technique is renowned for its drilling speed and drilling capacity compared to rig weight, size, and logistical costs. In soft to medium type geologies, clients experience an 80%-90% reduction in cuttings/waste with no drilling mud required. www.sonicsampdrill.com

AMS Water Level and Product Interface Meters Feature Aluminum Reels

Ergodyne Launches New Tool Backpack with Maximum Storage

AMS water level and product/water interface meters use lightweight, aluminum reel construction. There are no plastic faceplates or plastic hubs to break. They feature a folding, ergonomic 4-inch crank handle that makes sampling deep wells more easy to do. Both meters have precisionsealed, double-ball bearings that allow for easy and smooth winding. Their aluminum reel will operate smoothly for years, whereas plastic reels are likely to wear out. The ⅝-inch water level meter has a total well depth indicator that allows the user to get both a water level reading and a total depth reading with only the one meter. www.ams-samplers.com

Ergodyne announced the expansion of their Arsenal Tool Storage Collection with the new Arsenal 5843 Tool Backpack. Featuring a unique twocompartment design, the Arsenal 5843 is third-party certified for hoisting up to 50 pounds, allowing for hands-free climbing and easy mobility of tools and equipment around the job site. Ideal for workers in any industry needing tool storage or those working at heights, the new Arsenal 5843 Dual Compartment Tool Backpack is available now at all authorized Ergodyne distributors. www.ergodyne.com

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Taking DELIVERY Summit Drilling Adds New MidRotoSonic XL Max from SonicSampDrill Summit Drilling based in Bridgewater, New Jersey, took delivery of the new MidRotoSonic XL Max in August. The MRS is optioned for safety and production and includes automated rod handling, triple floating clamps, and rotating jib winch set to pull 20 feet. Pictured from Summit are Dan Ninevski, driller; John Coyle, project manager and Sonic Drilling supervisor; Michael Wilson, driller; and Mike Cramer, director of tech service and training at SonicSampDrill in North America.

Yosemite Falls Well Drilling Buys from Higgins Rig

Powell Drilling Purchases Third SIMCO Drill Rig

Brasin Environmental Takes Delivery of 9510 VTR PowerProbe from AMS

Higgins Rig Co. sold this 2001 Pulstar P12,000 to Mark Harris of Yosemite Falls Well Drilling located in Mariposo, California. The rig is mounted on a 2011 Dodge.

Powell Drilling Inc. in Mansfield, Texas, bought its third SIMCO drill rig. From left to right are Darren Swolley of SIMCO Drilling Equipment and Carol and Wayne Powell of Powell Drilling.

Brasin Environmental of Beijing, China, an AMS PowerProbe Distributor, took delivery of a new 9510 VTR PowerProbe from AMS Inc. in July as part of its demonstration equipment. They also sold and delivered a second 9510 VTR PowerProbe to Dalian Dongtai Industrial Waste Treatment Co. of Dalian, China. Pictured is driller Chen Dongdong and Brasin owner Qingwen Xiao on a site in Hangzhou, China.

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Binz Brothers Receives 2000 Schramm T450WS from Higgins Rig

Steve Binz of Binz Brothers Well Drilling in Hurley, Wisconsin, purchased this 2000 Schramm T450WS from Higgins Rig Co. located in Hodgenville, Kentucky. The rig is mounted on a 2000 International 2674. waterwelljournal.com

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CABLE WIRE, TIES, AND GUARDS Southwire www.southwire.com

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CABLE, SUBMERSIBLE PUMP/MOTOR Southwire 2 www.southwire.com Ulbrich Stainless Steel 15 www.ulbrichshapedwire.com CABLE TOOLS Toney Drilling Supplies www.toneydrilling.com

CAMERAS, DOWN-THE-HOLE Allegheny Instruments www.alleghenyinstruments.com CASINGS, SHOE Foremost Industries www.foremost.ca CLAMPS Boshart Industries www.boshart.com

CONTROLS Franklin Electric www.franklin-electric.com

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DRILLS, CAISSON Foremost Industries www.foremost.ca

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GEOPHYSICAL EQUIPMENT AND TESTING SERVICES Mount Sopris Instruments www.mountsopris.com

GEOTHERMAL EQUIPMENT Geothermal Supply www.geothermalsupply.com

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GROUT, BENTONITE, SEALANT GeoPro www.geoproinc.com Wyo-Ben www.wyoben.com

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HYDRANTS AND OUTDOOR FAUCETS Hoeptner Perfected Products 46 www.freezeflow.com LUBRICANTS, BENTONITE Wyo-Ben www.wyoben.com

LUBRICANTS, DRILLING FLUIDS Wyo-Ben www.wyoben.com

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PIPE, DRILL Foremost Industries www.foremost.ca

PIPE, JOINT COMPOUND Jet-Lube www.jetlube.com

PIPE FITTINGS, METAL Merrill Manufacturing www.merrillmfg.com

PITLESS ADAPTERS Baker Manufacturing, Water Systems Division www.bakermfg.com

PUMP HOISTS SEMCO www.semcooflamar.com

PUMPS, CENTRIFUGAL Franklin Electric www.franklin-electric.com Unitra www.unitrainc.com

PUMPS, CONSTANT PRESSURE Franklin Electric www.franklin-electric.com Grundfos Pump www.us.grundfos.com

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PUMPS, TURBINE SUBMERSIBLE, VERTICAL LINESHAFT Robbco Pumps www.robbcopumps.com

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PUMPS, VERTICAL TURBINE Hydroflo Pumps www.hydroflopumps.com National Pump www.nationalpumpcompany.com PUMPS, YARD HYDRANTS Baker Manufacturing, Water Systems Division www.bakermfg.com

REMEDIATION CHEMICALS Cotey Chemical www.coteychemical.com Jet-Lube www.jetlube.com RIGS, AIR ROTARY Foremost Industries www.foremost.ca GEFCO/King Oil Tools www.gefco.com

RIGS, DIRECT PUSH, PROBE AMS/Art’s Manufacturing www.ams-samplers.com RIGS, DOWN THE HOLE REICHdrill www.reichdrill.com

RIGS, EXPLORATION Central Mine Equipment www.cmeco.com Foremost Industries www.foremost.ca Geoprobe Systems www.geoprobe.com RIGS, OVERBURDEN Foremost Industries www.foremost.ca

RIGS, REVERSE CIRCULATION Foremost Industries www.foremost.ca RIGS, ROTARY Foremost Industries www.foremost.ca Geoprobe Systems www.geoprobe.com

RIGS, SONIC DRILL Geoprobe Systems www.geoprobe.com Sonic Drill www.sonic-drill.com

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SWIVELS North Houston Machine www.northhoustonmachine.com TANKS, WATER A.O. Smith Water Systems www.permatank.com TRACK VEHICLES Foremost Industries www.foremost.ca

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J & K To o l C o m p a n y I n c .

Kwik Klamps 1 & 2 (adjustable 1 –2 or 21⁄2 – 4 ) NEW – Kwik Klamp 3 (for 6 PVC) Elevators for PVC well casing (sizes 1 –16 ) Heavy Duty PVC Elevators (sizes 4 –8 ) Flush Joint PVC Pipe Clamps (sizes 4 –24 ) www.jktool.com sales@jktool.com Tel 320-563-4967 Fax 320-563-8051

SkyRex Water Well Elevators

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1 thru 36 for casing, column pipe, tubing, and drill pipe

Seeking Qualified Large Diameter Water Well Driller - $40/hr. plus per diem in Kingman, Arizona. Must be experienced in reverse circulation (RC), mud rotary, ﬂooded reverse, and downthe-hole (DTH) drilling. Please send your qualiﬁcations and/ or your resumé to welldrilling @outlook.com or fax to (702) 586-3527.

HELP WANTED: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Baltimore District is seeking qualified drill rig operators to fill up to 3 permanent positions at the WG-5/6/8 grade level. The applicant’s major duties may include assisting senior drill rig operators in operating drilling equipment, performing routine maintenance of equipment, and driving CDL Class B vehicles. Frequent overnight travel will be required. For more information please send an email to Maria.T.Orosz@usace.army.mil. Please do not send copies of resumes.

PVC Lightweight Elevators Stock Sizes: 3 ⁄4 thru 16 * Same Day Shipping * Complete Reverse Circulation Drill Strings

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HELP WANTED: Established CA farming operation looking for an experienced water well driller for ag and domestic well drilling. Competitive pay, benefits, and per foot bonus available. Must be able to run a crew. Partnership opportunity after 5 years. Contact Jed at (209) 617-6727.

Standard Manufacturing Largest water well pipe elevator manufacturing company in the United States.

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(936) 336-6200 (800) 337-0163 Fax: (936) 336-6212 E-Mail: StandardManufacturing @yahoo.com Web site: www.standardmfg.com

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1 – 16 Elevators All steel with safety latch. SEMCO of Lamar 800-541-1562 Fax 719-336-2402 Credit Cards Accepted

137 SERVICES REPAIRS: Eastman deviation survey clocks (mechanical drift indicators) repaired. We also have three, six, and twelve degree angle units, charts, and other accessories in stock. Call Downhole Clock Repair, (325) 660-2184.

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PVC Screen Slotting Machines

PVC Threading Machines

Perforating Machines Affordable, easy to operate automated machines with touch screen programming.

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96 FREEZE PROTECTION New Low Prices

Low yield well? Get more water without overpumping. www.wellmanager.com ✔ Use on wells yielding as little as 0.10 gpm. ✔ Turn-key collection and delivery system. ✔ Fits through 24” doors. ✔ Good money from bad wells. For more information, log-on or call 800-211-8070. © Reid Plumbing Products, LLC

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Try NGWA’s Career Center at www.careers.ngwa.org for more opportunities. Whether you are looking for the right job or the right employee, the NGWA Career Center can provide you with an industry-specific listing to hone your search. Questions? Call Rachel at 800 551.7379, ext 504, or email rgeddes@ngwa.org.

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Heat Shrink from B&B Wholesale "We are the heat shrink people" - Heat shrink kits for #14 to 4/0 wire - Volume pricing - Custom kits made to order - Private labeling available - Quick shipping - Four types of heat shrink tubing in stock - Large selection of installation accessories including pressure gauges, tapes, valves and tank ďŹ ttings packages Supplying "Made in USA" heat shrink tubing to pump and well installers since 1994. 800-593-9403

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125 PUMP HOISTS 2014 Dodge and Ford Trucks Available S4,000 Pump Hoist, 8,000# cap., 35 telescoping mast, 30 gal. oil tank, hydro pump, 5T safety hook, hydro controls and variable speed engine control . . . . . . . . . . . . $15,665 S6,000 Pump Hoist, 16,000# 3L cap., 35 telescoping mast, 30 gal. oil tank, hydro pump, 5T safety hook, hydro controls and variable speed engine control . . . . . $17,950 S8,000 Pump Hoist, 22,000# 3L cap., 36 telescoping mast, 30 gal. oil tank, hydro pump, 7T safety hook, hydro controls and variable speed engine control . . . . . $22,950 S10,000 Pump Hoist, 30,000# 3L cap., 40 telescoping mast, 30 gal. oil tank, hydro pump, 9T safety hook, hydro controls and variable speed engine control . . . . . $32,500 S12,000 Pump Hoist, 48,000# 4L cap., 44 telescoping mast, 6000# tail out line, 72 gal. oil tank, hydro pump, 11T safety hook, hydro controls and variable speed engine control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $36,250 S15,000 Pump Hoist, 60,000# 4L cap., 48 telescoping mast, 6000# tail out line, 72 gal. oil tank, hydro pump, 13T safety hook, hydro controls and variable speed engine control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $44,895 S20,000 Pump Hoist, 80,000# 4L cap., 40 telescoping mast, 6000# tail out line, 72 gal. oil tank, hydro pump, 13T safety hook, hydro controls and variable speed engine control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $59,230

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S25,000 Pump Hoist, 100,000# 4L cap., 40 telescoping mast, 6000# tail out line, 100 gal. oil tank, hydro pump, 15T safety hook, hydro controls and variable speed engine control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $82,545 S30,000 Pump Hoist, 120,000# 4L cap., 40 telescoping mast, 6000# tail out line, 100 gal. oil tank, hydro pump, 15T safety hook, hydro controls and variable speed engine control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $96,945

Used Equipment in Stock S12,000H SEMCO, 50 derrick, AS PTO, 3000 cap. sandreel, BO cylinder, pipe racks, 20T block, light kit, 18 bed, toolboxes, 2008 International 4400, 10 speed, red . . $91,770

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75 ELECTRIC MOTORS EQUIPMENT WANTED: Electric motors wanted. Vertical hollow shaft pump motors. 20 to 500 hp good or bad, will pick up. PH: (800) 541-1562.

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SONIC DRILL CORPORATION Suite 190#120, 119 N. Commercial St. Bellingham, WA 98225 1-604-588-6081

FOR SALE: Reverse circulation/bucket rig. 2007 Gus Pech on Freightliner. 300 new 8 reverse tools 30 bit, 20 rods, air lift circ. 100 , 4 scope with 30 bucket. Diesel up and down, Hi torque, 4 jacks, hose winder, derrick push out, good machine 400K. More tools available, will seperate. Call Gary Sisk (816) 517-4531.

New condition, completely restored and rebuilt 1974 Super George SG-48 mounted on a 1975 International Harvester truck, Tandem axle with 35,000 original miles. Brand new. $112,000 O.B.O. Call Rick. 1-305-910-4758 Cell. Or rickbluewater @gmail.com. Miami, Florida. U.S.A.

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2012 Gus Pech Geo Swing 600, great for res geo drilling, compact 6.8 16 , 232 HP Cummins Diesel, 11 9 stroke, 360 rotation, angle drill 0-90 , turret style track system, steel tracks, rubber cleats, 7.5 10 mud pump, inc mud pan, rod box, 300 pipe. $175,000. Call 515.480.2101

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CME drill rig: CME drill mounted on a 1995 Ford F800 w/Cummins engine. Drill is rotary drive, transmission 5 speeds forward, 1 reverse, hydraulic feed system. Call for more information.

Phone: 760-384-1085

Fax: 760-384-0044

Ingersoll Rand TH60 drill rig: 1995 Ingersoll TH60 drill rig on International 5000 w/Cummins, 32⬘ tower, IR HR2 compressor, MCM mud pump, 6250 ft/lbs rotary head 1 speed, sandreel winch.

1979 Gus Pech 1979 SG48: 1979 Gus Pech SG48 bucket rig on a 2000 Sterling w/Cummins engine, Vickers control pump, a lot of attachments. For more information Jeff Dinnan (810) 397-0124 jeffd@mersino.com

Get Safety Resources Online You can never be too safe, so take advantage of safety resources online. Go to the website of the National Ground Water Association and check out the resources it has available at www.NGWA.org/ProfessionalResources/safety/pages. Also while you’re at the website, make sure to check out NGWA Press’ newest safety item, Safety Meetings for the Groundwater Industry, a set of 52 sheets that provide information so companies can hold weekly safety meetings on topics specific to their industry. Twitter @WaterWellJournl

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