septic service trucks

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5 Tips to Help You Improve Your Portable Sanitation Business This Year

By Autumn Huerter / February 14, 2023 /

As a portable sanitation business, it’s important to put your best foot forward. For small, family owned businesses, it’s all the more crucial that you maintain a clean, honest image and give your best customer service at all times. If you have been wanting to improve your sales and bolster the quality of your work,…

An icy windshield on a vacuum tank truck

Preparing Your Equipment for Winter Weather: 5 Essential Tips You Can’t Miss

By Autumn Huerter / December 29, 2022 /

No matter where you live in the United States, these past few weeks have been brutal as far as winter weather goes – and it’s only getting started. January and February are bound to hold some of the coldest temperatures yet, and if you aren’t prepared for it, your fleet of vacuum tank trucks could…

Two septic pump trucks parked side by side

Wanting to Grow Your Septic Service Business? 6 Industry Tips You Need to Know

By Autumn Huerter / August 15, 2022 /

When it comes to owning and operating a septic service business, it is important to set goals. Many businesses strive for growth, as this typically directly translates into more money going into the company. However, growing a company and a clientele list is always easier said than done. That is why it is vital to…

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Expanding Your Septic Service Business: 5 Secrets to Recruiting Quality Employees

By Autumn Huerter / February 28, 2022 /

If you are looking to expand your septic service business in 2022, it is more than just buying a fleet of vacuum trucks or outfitting your company with the best equipment. While that does play a huge role, it is not the primary factor. Trucks and hoses are not what makes a business great: the…

A worker operates a vacuum pump truck to clear debris from a storm drain

Who Are Vacuum Trucks Beneficial To? A Larger Population Than You Might Think

By Andrew Nelson / December 29, 2021 /

At first glance, you may think that vacuum trucks are only useful in a niche industry. For example, many may think of a portable toilet vacuum pump truck which is used to service portable toilets at outdoor events and other venues. Or you may think of a truck used for clearing out grease traps at…

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5 Reasons That Municipalities Benefit from Vacuum Trucks

By Andrew Nelson / November 14, 2021 /

It is no secret that municipalities and other government agencies are on a strict budget – it doesn’t matter where you live or what state you reside in, this is a cold hard fact. When working on the taxpayer’s dime, municipalities need to find the most affordable yet most efficient way to get work done.…

A city worker operates a vacuum truck

6 Things to Look Out For When Buying Used Items

By Andrew Nelson / October 15, 2021 /

When it comes to purchasing used equipment, many are looking to save a dollar here and there and cut back on costs. For example, this might be an option if you are just starting out in the business and can’t afford a huge investment right out of the gate, or if you are looking for…

Vacuum trucks in Flowmark warehouse being worked on

6 Helpful Tips to Keep in Mind When Looking for Vacuum Trucks for Sale

By Andrew Nelson / September 15, 2021 /

If you are looking to get started in the vacuum truck business, but you aren’t sure where to start, let us help you! When browsing through vacuum trucks for sale, it is important to remember that you are making an investment for your business and your future.  When purchasing a machine of this size and…

Cut sheets of metal for vacuum trucks made at Flowmark with laser cutter

2 Cutting Edge Machines We Use at FlowMark: Laser Cutter and Press Brake

By Andrew Nelson / August 31, 2021 /

How your product is made makes all the difference when actually implementing it into your daily routine. In our line of work, vacuum trucks are the essential tool you need to be able to run any sort of septic tank or grease trap business. There comes peace of mind in knowing you are operating your…

World-class Vacuum Trucks and MORE! 

By Andrew Nelson / March 19, 2021 /

FlowMark builds world-class vacuum trucks: septic service trucks, grease trap service trucks, car wash pit service trucks, portable restroom service trucks, and more. But did you know that we do much more than vacuum trucks? FlowMark belongs to a family of brands dedicated to building high-quality vacuum trucks, aircraft refueling equipment, high-rail equipment, and vacuum…