September 28, 2017

Safe, Compliant Alternative for SPCC Secondary Containment

After the statement of impracticability for a particular oil source, it is critical that the Professional Engineer has done sufficient due diligence to provide sound reasoning on why the secondary containment was deemed impractical. I recommend listing at least two to three clear reasons on why secondary containment isn't ...

September 27, 2017

AWMA Webinar – Landfills: An Overview of the Latest in Air Regulations, Sustainable Operations, and Energy Recovery

Tuesday, October 10, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm ET This Air & Waste Management Association webinar covers the effective, sustainable operation of municipal solid waste (MSW) landfills in today’s changing … Continue reading AWMA Webinar – Landfills: An Overview of the Latest in Air Regulations, Sustainable ...

September 26, 2017

Denise Wessels of SCS Engineers Elected to the Keystone SWANA Board of Directors

The Pennsylvania Keystone Chapter of the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) is an organization of public and private sector professionals committed to advancing solid waste and resource management … Continue reading Denise Wessels of SCS Engineers Elected to the Keystone SWANA Board of Directors ...

September 21, 2017

SCS Engineers Welcomes Christine Stokes

Christine H. Stokes, a New Jersey Licensed Site Remediation Professional (LSRP) and chemical engineer with 20 years of experience, is now supporting clients out of the SCS Engineers’ New York … Continue reading SCS Engineers Welcomes Christine Stokes

September 19, 2017

Answer: In the refrigerator

Jeopardy question: What is the best way to thaw frozen chocolate? Chocolate enthusiasts know this and will learn much more at the RETA 2017 National Conference in, where else, Hershey, … Continue reading Answer: In the refrigerator

September 14, 2017

These guys know what’s coming down the road, or floor, as the case may be. Do you?

These guys don’t want to miss Resource Management and Waste Diversion: Evaluating the Impact on Waste Management caused by the Changing Waste Stream Composition at WasteCon/ISWA 2017. Solid waste management, … Continue reading These guys know what’s coming down the road, or floor, as the case ...

September 13, 2017

What you need to know if you received a notice from the Water Board that your facility is ERA Level 1 or Level 2 Status

ERA Level 1 Status Your facility will need a Qualified Industrial Stormwater Practioner (QISP) to perform an ERA Level 1 Assessment, on or before October 1, 2017, and follow up … Continue reading What you need to know if you received a notice from the Water ...

September 11, 2017

Meet Intern Adrienne Fedora

SCS Engineers presents a behind-the-scenes look at the special people who make us thrive and the roles they play within the organization. When Adrienne was young, she always dreamed of … Continue reading Meet Intern Adrienne Fedora

September 11, 2017

SCS Advice From the Field: Addressing High Gas Pressure Near the Bottom of Landfills

The pipes are extended to outer limits of the cell and to the top of the perimeter berm where they connect to a vacuum source. These pipes will successfully remove excess gas pressures that may develop near the bottom lining system and prevent adverse impacts of the high pressures ...

September 7, 2017

Back Office and Customer Information Systems

One of newest hardware applications of solid waste customer software are interfaces with onboard vehicle tablets. Many agencies are providing specially-designed computer tablets in the cab of the vehicle. The objective is to enable the driver with an up-to date and accurate picture of his/her route, while at the same ...