December 2025
SSPMA is proud to have been spotlighted again in the current issue of World Pumps, the International Magazine for Pump Users.
Click here to read the article on page 22!
SSPMA is proud to have been spotlighted again in the current issue of World Pumps, the International Magazine for Pump Users.
Click here to read the article on page 22!
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June 30, 2025
2025 Scholarship Recipients The SSPMA Board of Directors is pleased to announce that that Nathan Gonzalez and Rowan Williams have been selected as the recipients of the 2025 SSPMA Scholarship Program. Nathan and Rowan, pictured left, will each receive a scholarship of $2500. Nathan will be attending the University of North Texas where he is working toward a degree in business analytics. Rowan will be attending the University of Arkansas where he is working toward a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. Click here for more information on the 2026 scholarship application which will open again on Feb. 1, 2026. |
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March 2025 SSPMA Elects New Board and Officers Indianapolis, IN - The members of the Sump and Sewage Pump Manufactures Association (SSPMA) elected a new slate of officers and directors at their 2025 Spring Meeting held on February 20th in Indianapolis. The Board will serve from 2025 - 2027. (Right) Mark Huntebrinker was presented with an appreciation plaque by Jeff Goodenbery for his service as Board President from 2023-2025. The complete slate, as approved by the membership, included: Officers: President: Jeff Goodenbery, Liberty Pumps Vice President: Ryan Fickes, Ashland Water Group Secretary-Treasurer: Paul Miller, Superior Pumps Directors-at-Large: Aaron Hawks, Champion Pump; Julia Boise, Xylem Inc.; Jeff Ogan, Franklin Electric; Mirna Jeganathan, Pentair Water; and David Birchmeier, Topp Industries (Associate Member Representative). |
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June 21, 2024
2024 Scholarship Recipients The SSPMA Board of Directors is pleased to announce that McKenna O’Grady and Kamryn Brodie have been selected as the recipients of the 2024 SSPMA Scholarship Program. McKenna and Kamryn, pictured left, each received a scholarship of $2500. McKenna will be attending the University of Wisconsin – Madison in the fall where she is working toward a degree in Engineering. Kamryn will be attending the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire where she is working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Business with a minor in Marketing. Click here for more information on the 2024 scholarship application which will open again on Feb. 1, 2025. |
October 2023
SSPMA is proud to have been spotlighted in the current issue of World Pumps, the International Magazine for Pump Users.
Click here to read the article on page 39!
SSPMA is proud to have been spotlighted in the current issue of World Pumps, the International Magazine for Pump Users.
Click here to read the article on page 39!
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June 9, 2023
2023 Scholarship Recipients The SSPMA Board of Directors announced that Lauren Nickel and Caden Fickes have been selected as the recipients of the 2023 SSPMA Scholarship Program. Lauren and Caden, pictured left, will each receive a scholarship of $2500. Lauren will be attending Western Kentucky University in the fall where she is working toward a degree in Computer Science with a concentration in Scientific/Systemic Application. Caden will be attending Bowling Green State University where he is working toward a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. Click here for more information on the 2024 scholarship application which will open again on Feb. 1, 2024. |
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February 23, 2023
SSPMA Elects New Board and Officers Indianapolis, IN - The members of the Sump and Sewage Pump Manufactures Association (SSPMA) elected a new slate of officers and directors at their 2023 Spring Meeting held on February 23rd in Indianapolis. The Board will serve from 2023 - 2025. (Right) Bo Gell was presented with an appreciation plaque by Mark Huntebrinker for his service as Board President from 2021-2023. The complete slate, as approved by the membership, included: Officers: President: Mark Huntebrinker, Zoeller Company Vice President: Ryan Fickes, Ashland Water Group Secretary-Treasurer: Kent Ralston, Superior Pumps Past President: William Gell, Xylem Directors-at-Large: Jeff Hawks, Champion Pump; Wayne Neault, Franklin Electric; Michael Moldenhauer, Pentair Water; and Kai Krueger, John Crane Inc. (Associate Member Representative). |
Mark Huntebrinker presents outgoing President Bo Gell an award for his service to the SSPMA.
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June 30 2022
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The SSPMA Board of Directors announced that Talia Servant and Tyler Kleinsasser have been selected as the recipients of the 2022 SSPMA Scholarship Program.
Talia and Tyler, pictured left, will each receive a scholarship of $2500. Talia will be attending Michigan Technological University in the fall where she is working toward a degree in Environmental Science. Tyler will be attending the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology where he is working toward a Master’s degree in Civil & Environmental, Engineering Management. More information on the 2023 scholarship application process is available by clicking here. |
February 24 2022
SSPMA Thanks Past President
Indianapolis, IN - At the 2022 Spring meeting, members of the Sump and Sewage Pump Manufactures Association (SSPMA) belatedly thanked Jeff Goodenbery with an appreciation plaque for his past service as Board President from 2019-2021. (Right) Bo Gell, SSPMA President presents Jeff Goodenbery with the plaque.
SSPMA Thanks Past President
Indianapolis, IN - At the 2022 Spring meeting, members of the Sump and Sewage Pump Manufactures Association (SSPMA) belatedly thanked Jeff Goodenbery with an appreciation plaque for his past service as Board President from 2019-2021. (Right) Bo Gell, SSPMA President presents Jeff Goodenbery with the plaque.
July 29, 2021
SSPMA Certification Program Spotlighted in Ohio Onsite Wastewater Association July 2021 Newsletter / Page 7.
SSPMA Certification Program Spotlighted in Ohio Onsite Wastewater Association July 2021 Newsletter / Page 7.
June 21, 2021
The SSPMA Board of Directors announced that Mason Servant from Roscoe, IL has been selected as the first SSPMA Scholarship recipient. Mason will receive a scholarship of $2,500. He will be attending Michigan Technological University in the fall where he is working toward a degree in Cybersecurity with a concentration in System and Network Security.
More information on the 2022 scholarship application process is available by clicking here.
The SSPMA Board of Directors announced that Mason Servant from Roscoe, IL has been selected as the first SSPMA Scholarship recipient. Mason will receive a scholarship of $2,500. He will be attending Michigan Technological University in the fall where he is working toward a degree in Cybersecurity with a concentration in System and Network Security.
More information on the 2022 scholarship application process is available by clicking here.
April 30, 2021
The Sump and Sewage Pump Manufacturers Association (SSPMA) has announced the creation of an SSPMA Scholarship Program that will be open to applicants starting May 1, 2021. The program will award up to two scholarship for $2500 each to students working toward an associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s degree or appropriate certification/trade associated with wastewater management. Applicants may apply online at www.sspma.org/scholarship
The Sump and Sewage Pump Manufacturers Association (SSPMA) has announced the creation of an SSPMA Scholarship Program that will be open to applicants starting May 1, 2021. The program will award up to two scholarship for $2500 each to students working toward an associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s degree or appropriate certification/trade associated with wastewater management. Applicants may apply online at www.sspma.org/scholarship
March 17, 2021
The 2021 SSPMA Spring Meeting was held virtually on March 16, 2021. Members elected a new slate of Officers and Board members to serve through 2023. The complete slate, as approved by the membership, included:
Officers:
President: William Gell, Xylem
Vice President: Mark Huntebrinker, Zoeller Company
Secretary-Treasurer: Kent Ralston, Superior Pumps
Past President: Jeff Goodenbery, Liberty Pumps)
Directors-at-Large:
Ryan Fickes, Ashland Pump; Jeff Hawks, Champion Pump; Subroto Pyne, Franklin Electric, Eric Facklam, Pentair Water, and Bob Klabunde, Alderon (Associate Member Representative).
The 2021 SSPMA Spring Meeting was held virtually on March 16, 2021. Members elected a new slate of Officers and Board members to serve through 2023. The complete slate, as approved by the membership, included:
Officers:
President: William Gell, Xylem
Vice President: Mark Huntebrinker, Zoeller Company
Secretary-Treasurer: Kent Ralston, Superior Pumps
Past President: Jeff Goodenbery, Liberty Pumps)
Directors-at-Large:
Ryan Fickes, Ashland Pump; Jeff Hawks, Champion Pump; Subroto Pyne, Franklin Electric, Eric Facklam, Pentair Water, and Bob Klabunde, Alderon (Associate Member Representative).
Oct. 15, 2020
SSPMA Announces Revisions to our Recommended Standards for pump manufacturing.
These Recommended Standards have been established to assure users and all interested parties that sump, effluent and sewage pumps bearing the “SSPMA-Certified” seal will perform as stated by the manufacturer of the particular equipment involved. Click here to review the revised technical document.
SSPMA Announces Revisions to our Recommended Standards for pump manufacturing.
These Recommended Standards have been established to assure users and all interested parties that sump, effluent and sewage pumps bearing the “SSPMA-Certified” seal will perform as stated by the manufacturer of the particular equipment involved. Click here to review the revised technical document.
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March 4, 2020
SSPMA Hosts Spring Meeting in St. Petersburg, FL March 2/3 Members gathered in St. Pete, FL on March 2/3, 2020 for SSPMA's Spring Meeting. SSPMA technical and marketing committees met as well as the Board of Directors followed by the General Meeting on Tuesday morning. Attendees then participated in a tour of the SJE Rhombus facility which hosted the event. Several attendees participated in the member dinner on Monday night - shown left. |
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September 26, 2019
SSPMA Hosts Fall Meeting in Chicago, IL - Sept. 25, 2019 15 members gathered in Chicago, IL on Sept. 25, 2019 for the SSPMA's Fall Meeting. Several industry issues were discussed as well as new educational outreach efforts through WWETT, Wastewater Education Webinars and more. A member luncheon followed the morning committee meetings and General Meeting. SSPMA member are pictured left wrapping up the morning meetings. |
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February 22, 2019
SSPMA Elects New Board and Officers
Indianapolis, IN - The members of the Sump and Sewage Pump Manufactures Association (SSPMA) elected a new slate of officers and directors at their 2019 Spring Meeting held on February 22nd in Indianapolis. The Board will serve from 2019 - 2021. (Right) Deron Oberkorn was presented with an appreciation plaque for his service as Board President from 2017-2019.
The complete slate, as approved by the membership, included:
Officers:
President: Jeff Goodenbery, Liberty Pumps
Vice President: William Gell, Xylem
Secretary-Treasurer: Kent Ralston, Superior Pumps
Past President: Deron Oberkorn, Zoeller Company (Ex officio)
Directors-at-Large:
Ryan Fickes, Ashland Pump; Jeff Hawks, Champion Pump; Mark Huntebrinker, Zoeller Company; Amy Rainer, Franklin Electric, Matthew Servant, Pentair Water, and Jay Orellana, TouchSensor Technologies, LLC (Associate Member Representative).
SSPMA Elects New Board and Officers
Indianapolis, IN - The members of the Sump and Sewage Pump Manufactures Association (SSPMA) elected a new slate of officers and directors at their 2019 Spring Meeting held on February 22nd in Indianapolis. The Board will serve from 2019 - 2021. (Right) Deron Oberkorn was presented with an appreciation plaque for his service as Board President from 2017-2019.
The complete slate, as approved by the membership, included:
Officers:
President: Jeff Goodenbery, Liberty Pumps
Vice President: William Gell, Xylem
Secretary-Treasurer: Kent Ralston, Superior Pumps
Past President: Deron Oberkorn, Zoeller Company (Ex officio)
Directors-at-Large:
Ryan Fickes, Ashland Pump; Jeff Hawks, Champion Pump; Mark Huntebrinker, Zoeller Company; Amy Rainer, Franklin Electric, Matthew Servant, Pentair Water, and Jay Orellana, TouchSensor Technologies, LLC (Associate Member Representative).
November 9, 2018
SSPMA Announces Latest Certified Pump Listing which now includes Ashland Pump Co./Eco-Flo Products, Inc.
SSPMA Announces Latest Certified Pump Listing which now includes Ashland Pump Co./Eco-Flo Products, Inc.
August 23, 2018
SSPMA Hosts Fall Meeting in Detroit Lakes, MN - August 21-22, 2018
21 members gathers in Detroit Lakes, MN on August 21-22, 2018 for the SSPMA's Fall Meeting. Several industry issues were discussed as well as new educational outreach efforts. A member dinner was held (pictures below) on Aug. 21st where long time SSPMA member Loran Knudsvig was honored for his service and his pending retirement. The following day members toured SJE Rhombus and Alderon Industries. Special thanks to all who attended and to the member companies for their hospitality.
SSPMA Hosts Fall Meeting in Detroit Lakes, MN - August 21-22, 2018
21 members gathers in Detroit Lakes, MN on August 21-22, 2018 for the SSPMA's Fall Meeting. Several industry issues were discussed as well as new educational outreach efforts. A member dinner was held (pictures below) on Aug. 21st where long time SSPMA member Loran Knudsvig was honored for his service and his pending retirement. The following day members toured SJE Rhombus and Alderon Industries. Special thanks to all who attended and to the member companies for their hospitality.
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Feb. 24, 2018
SSPMA Hosts Spring Meeting - February 23, 2018
24 members gathered in Indianapolis, IN on February 23, 2018 for the SSPMA's Spring Meeting. Numerous topics were discussed focusing on education outreach to homeowners and contractors as well as the importance of the SSPMA Certification for pumps.
SSPMA Hosts Spring Meeting - February 23, 2018
24 members gathered in Indianapolis, IN on February 23, 2018 for the SSPMA's Spring Meeting. Numerous topics were discussed focusing on education outreach to homeowners and contractors as well as the importance of the SSPMA Certification for pumps.
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SSPMA Hosts Fall Meeting - October 3, 2017
25 members gathered in Chicago, IL on October 3, 2017 for the SSPMA's Fall Meeting. Numerous topics were discussed focusing on education outreach to homeowners and contractors as well as the importance of the SSPMA Certification for pumps. |
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September 2017
SSPMA Welcomes New Member - See Water Inc.
SSPMA Welcomes New Member - See Water Inc.
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February 23, 2017
SSPMA Elects New Board and Officers Indianapolis, IN - The members of the Sump and Sewage Pump Manufactures Association (SSPMA) elected a new slate of officers and directors at their 2017 Spring Meeting held on February 23rd in Indianapolis. Jeff Hawks was presented with an appreciation plaque for his service as Board President from 2015-2017 The complete slate, as approved by the membership, included: Officers: President: Deron Oberkorn, Zoeller Company Vice President: Jeff Goodenbery, Liberty Pumps Secretary-Treasurer: Kent Ralston, Superior Pumps Past President: Jeff Hawks, Champion Pump Directors-at-Large: Ryan Fickes, Ashland Pump; William Gell, Xylem; Randy Tucker, Franklin Electric, Matthew Servant, Pentair Water, and Joe Zimmerman, SJE-Rhombus (Associate Member Representative). |
Incoming SSPMA President Deron Oberkorn presents outgoing President Jeff Hawks with an appreciation award for his service as President from 2015-2017.
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September 2016
SSPMA Welcomes New Member - GP Enterprises Co. Ltd
SSPMA Welcomes New Member - GP Enterprises Co. Ltd
July 5, 2016
SSPMA Announces Latest Certified Pump Listing which now includes Goulds Water Technology/Xylem
SSPMA Announces Latest Certified Pump Listing which now includes Goulds Water Technology/Xylem
September 14, 2015
SSPMA Creates YouTube Channel
The SSPMA is pleased to announce the creation of it's own YouTube Channel featuring a few of the associations past videos recently published on the channel in support of the SSPMA mission's education component. Click here to access the new channel!
SSPMA Creates YouTube Channel
The SSPMA is pleased to announce the creation of it's own YouTube Channel featuring a few of the associations past videos recently published on the channel in support of the SSPMA mission's education component. Click here to access the new channel!
August 10, 2015
WWETT Creates 5 Session SSPMA Education Track for 2016 Show
The WWETT planning staff recently announced that there will be a 5 session SSPMA Education Track incorporated into their 2016 Show in Indianapolis. The SSPMA educational sessions will be presented throughout the day on February 17, 2016 culminating with a general Q&A with presenters. SSPMA is pleased to work closely with the Water and Wastewater Equipment Treatment and Transport (WWETT) show to further the educational goals of the association. A draft of the session topics, summaries, and bios may be accessed by clicking here.
WWETT Creates 5 Session SSPMA Education Track for 2016 Show
The WWETT planning staff recently announced that there will be a 5 session SSPMA Education Track incorporated into their 2016 Show in Indianapolis. The SSPMA educational sessions will be presented throughout the day on February 17, 2016 culminating with a general Q&A with presenters. SSPMA is pleased to work closely with the Water and Wastewater Equipment Treatment and Transport (WWETT) show to further the educational goals of the association. A draft of the session topics, summaries, and bios may be accessed by clicking here.
2015 SSPMA Fall Meeting
The SSPMA Fall Meeting will be held in Chicago, IL with the member networking reception on Tuesday Sept. 29th and meetings on the morning of Wednesday Sept. 30, 2015. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend!.
Additional Information/ Special Room Rate
Our reception and meetings will be held at the Inn of Chicago, 162 East Ohio Street, in downtown Chicago. SSPMA has secured a block of 10 rooms at a rate of $159 per night. Members may reserve a room by calling 312-787-3100 and referencing the SSPMA Fall Meeting in order to secure the discounted rate. Complete registration information will be sent out prior to the event. Stay tuned!
The SSPMA Fall Meeting will be held in Chicago, IL with the member networking reception on Tuesday Sept. 29th and meetings on the morning of Wednesday Sept. 30, 2015. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend!.
Additional Information/ Special Room Rate
Our reception and meetings will be held at the Inn of Chicago, 162 East Ohio Street, in downtown Chicago. SSPMA has secured a block of 10 rooms at a rate of $159 per night. Members may reserve a room by calling 312-787-3100 and referencing the SSPMA Fall Meeting in order to secure the discounted rate. Complete registration information will be sent out prior to the event. Stay tuned!
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March 12, 2015
SSPMA ELECTS OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS Indianapolis, IN - The members of the Sump and Sewage Pump Manufactures Association (SSPMA) elected a new slate of officers and directors at their 2015 Spring Meeting held on February 26th in Indianapolis. Mark Huntebrinker was presented with an appreciation plaque for his service as Board President from 2013-2015 The complete slate, as approved, included: Officers: President: Jeff Hawks, Champion Pump; Vice President: Scott Stayton, Franklin Electric; Secretary-Treasurer: Jeff Goodenbery, Liberty Pumps; Past President: Mark Huntebrinker, Zoeller Co. Directors-at-Large: William Gell, Xylem; Jeff Goodenbery, Liberty Pumps; Deron Oberkorn, Zoeller Co.; Kent Ralston, Superior Pumps and Joe Zimmerman, SJE-Rhombus (Associate Member Representative). |
The members of the Sump and Sewage Pump Manufactures Association (SSPMA) elected a new slate of officers and directors at their 2015 Spring Meeting held on February 26th in Indianapolis. Mark Huntebrinker was presented with an appreciation plaque for his service as Board President from 2013-2015.
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Jan. 18, 2015
Registration is now open for the 2015 SSPMA Spring Meeting!
INDIANAPOLIS, IN — The SSPMA Spring Meeting will be held in Indianapolis, IN on Wednesday February 25th with an all new member networking reception on Wednesday Feb. 25th and meetings on the morning of Thursday Feb. 26, 2015. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend!
Our meetings will be held at the Marriott Indianapolis Downtown, 350 West Maryland Street, which is also one of the designated special rate hotels for the WWETT Exhibition. No special SSPMA room rates are available.
The agenda and reservation forms can be downloaded, as a .pdf (Adobe Acrobat) file: SSPMA's 2015 Spring Meeting
Nov. 18, 2014
SSPMA Will Present Three-Track Educational Sessions at WWETT
INDIANAPOLIS, IN — The Sump and Sewage Pump Manufactures Association (SSPMA) has been selected to provide a three track educational session at the Water & Wastewater Equipment, Treatment & Transport (WWETT) Show on February 23, 2015.
Three sessions will be presented by SSPMA members focusing on various aspects of pump installation and maintenance including:
1) "Sizing Guidelines for New or Replacement Sewage Pumps", presented by Deron Oberkorn who is the Corporate Product Development Manager for the Zoeller Company.
2) "Backup Battery and Combination Pump Systems Evaluation and Installation", presented by Alan Schulman who is the founder and CEO of Glentronics, Inc. and
3) "Specifying Pumps / Why Do Pumps Fail?" presented by Jeff Hawks, President of Champion Pump Company, Inc.
July 30, 2014
SSPMA Members... Register Now for SSPMA's Fall Meeting in New Orleans!
INDIANAPOLIS, IN — Please register and join us on September 30/October 1, 2014 in New Orleans for the 2014 SSPMA Fall Meeting!
The Member dinner will be held at 5:30 pm at the Red Fish Grill on Tuesday September 30th followed by the Member meetings on Wednesday October 1st at the Astor Crowne Plaza.
The Marketing and Technical Committees will be meeting from 8:00 – 9:30 am (Local Time) and the General Member meeting will be held from 11:00 – 12:30 pm. Our guest speaker will be Matt Winkelman, PE, Sr. Civil Engineer, GHD. Mr. Winkelman will be speaking on his white paper covering lessons learned from construction of a new pump station on an existing pump station including layout and basic hydraulics of the station.
HOTEL ROOM RESERVATIONS:
Given our group’s size and other conventions in town, SSPMA was unable to reserve a room block at the Astor Crowne Plaza at 739 Canal Street in New Orleans. Attendees may call them directly at 504-962-0500. Participants in the WEFTEC Show should call their services (before August 29th) at 888.301.4933 or online at Water Environment Federation Hotels
A few hotels close to the Crowne Plaza include:
The Roosevelt New Orleans / 800-925-3673
Hyatt French Quarter / 504.586.0800
Hotel Monteleone / 866.338.4684
Royal Sonesta / 504.586.0300
Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown / 800.292.0653
Registrations should be submitted to the SSPMA by Friday Sept. 12th.
Contact SSPMA's Office for information. Phone: (317) 636-0278 or Email: [email protected].
13 Jan 13, 2014
SSPMA's Spring Meeting will be held in Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS, IN — Our meetings will be held, once again, at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown which is connected to the Convention Center and one of the designated hotels for the Pumper & Cleaner Expo. The meeting will feature presentations by some of SSPMA's Associate Members in addition to the board of directors and general membership meetings
July, 31, 2013
Pump Engineer Magazine Interviews SSPMA President Mark Huntebrinker
INDIANAPOLIS, IN — July's issue of Pump Engineer Magazine features an interview with SSPMA's President, Mark Huntebrinker (Zoeller Pump Company). In the article, Mr. Huntebrinker discusses the association's membership, programs, goals and advantages of membership. The article can be downloaded, as a .pdf (Adobe Acrobat) file: July Pump Engineer Huntebrinker Interview
Registration is now open for the 2015 SSPMA Spring Meeting!
INDIANAPOLIS, IN — The SSPMA Spring Meeting will be held in Indianapolis, IN on Wednesday February 25th with an all new member networking reception on Wednesday Feb. 25th and meetings on the morning of Thursday Feb. 26, 2015. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend!
Our meetings will be held at the Marriott Indianapolis Downtown, 350 West Maryland Street, which is also one of the designated special rate hotels for the WWETT Exhibition. No special SSPMA room rates are available.
The agenda and reservation forms can be downloaded, as a .pdf (Adobe Acrobat) file: SSPMA's 2015 Spring Meeting
Nov. 18, 2014
SSPMA Will Present Three-Track Educational Sessions at WWETT
INDIANAPOLIS, IN — The Sump and Sewage Pump Manufactures Association (SSPMA) has been selected to provide a three track educational session at the Water & Wastewater Equipment, Treatment & Transport (WWETT) Show on February 23, 2015.
Three sessions will be presented by SSPMA members focusing on various aspects of pump installation and maintenance including:
1) "Sizing Guidelines for New or Replacement Sewage Pumps", presented by Deron Oberkorn who is the Corporate Product Development Manager for the Zoeller Company.
2) "Backup Battery and Combination Pump Systems Evaluation and Installation", presented by Alan Schulman who is the founder and CEO of Glentronics, Inc. and
3) "Specifying Pumps / Why Do Pumps Fail?" presented by Jeff Hawks, President of Champion Pump Company, Inc.
July 30, 2014
SSPMA Members... Register Now for SSPMA's Fall Meeting in New Orleans!
INDIANAPOLIS, IN — Please register and join us on September 30/October 1, 2014 in New Orleans for the 2014 SSPMA Fall Meeting!
The Member dinner will be held at 5:30 pm at the Red Fish Grill on Tuesday September 30th followed by the Member meetings on Wednesday October 1st at the Astor Crowne Plaza.
The Marketing and Technical Committees will be meeting from 8:00 – 9:30 am (Local Time) and the General Member meeting will be held from 11:00 – 12:30 pm. Our guest speaker will be Matt Winkelman, PE, Sr. Civil Engineer, GHD. Mr. Winkelman will be speaking on his white paper covering lessons learned from construction of a new pump station on an existing pump station including layout and basic hydraulics of the station.
HOTEL ROOM RESERVATIONS:
Given our group’s size and other conventions in town, SSPMA was unable to reserve a room block at the Astor Crowne Plaza at 739 Canal Street in New Orleans. Attendees may call them directly at 504-962-0500. Participants in the WEFTEC Show should call their services (before August 29th) at 888.301.4933 or online at Water Environment Federation Hotels
A few hotels close to the Crowne Plaza include:
The Roosevelt New Orleans / 800-925-3673
Hyatt French Quarter / 504.586.0800
Hotel Monteleone / 866.338.4684
Royal Sonesta / 504.586.0300
Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown / 800.292.0653
Registrations should be submitted to the SSPMA by Friday Sept. 12th.
Contact SSPMA's Office for information. Phone: (317) 636-0278 or Email: [email protected].
13 Jan 13, 2014
SSPMA's Spring Meeting will be held in Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS, IN — Our meetings will be held, once again, at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown which is connected to the Convention Center and one of the designated hotels for the Pumper & Cleaner Expo. The meeting will feature presentations by some of SSPMA's Associate Members in addition to the board of directors and general membership meetings
July, 31, 2013
Pump Engineer Magazine Interviews SSPMA President Mark Huntebrinker
INDIANAPOLIS, IN — July's issue of Pump Engineer Magazine features an interview with SSPMA's President, Mark Huntebrinker (Zoeller Pump Company). In the article, Mr. Huntebrinker discusses the association's membership, programs, goals and advantages of membership. The article can be downloaded, as a .pdf (Adobe Acrobat) file: July Pump Engineer Huntebrinker Interview
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April 1, 2013
Sump/Sewage Pump Manufacturers Elect New Officers, Directors INDIANAPOLIS, IN — The Sump and Sewage Pump Manufacturers Association (SSPMA) recently elected the following officers and directors to a two-year term: President, Mark Huntebrinker (Zoeller Co., Louisville, KY); Vice President, Jeff Hawks (Champion Pump, Ashland, OH); and Secretary-Treasurer, Scott Stayton (Franklin Electric/Little Giant, Oklahoma City, OK). Directors elected were Charlie Cook (Liberty Pumps, Bergen, NY); Linda Kerdolff (Wayne Water Systems, Harrison, OH); Jill Boudreau (Goulds Water Technology, Seneca Falls, NY); and John Evans (Motor Protection Electronics, Apopka, FL). Susan O’Grady (Pentair Water, Delavan, WI) remains on the board as past-president. |
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April 1, 2013
Sump/Sewage Pump Manufacturers Name New Managing Director NORTHBROOK, IL — The Sump and Sewage Pump Manufacturers Association (SSPMA) has hired Blake R Jeffery, CAE of Blake R. Jeffery Inc., Indianapolis IN, to serve as its managing director. Mr. Jeffery replaces SSPMA’s managing director of 39 years, Pamela Franzen of Nike Professional Services, who has retired from association management. Mr. Jeffery has 13 years of association management experience. Prior to working with associations, he was director of environmental affairs with the Indiana Manufacturers Association and has lobbied for the Indiana Chamber of Commerce. He brings more than two decades of local and state legislative agency, lobbying, public affairs and management experience to the associations he serves. SSPMA’s new office will be headquartered in Indianapolis, effective April 1, 2013. |
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Feb. 1, 2013
SSPMA's Sewage Pump Sizing program to provide CEU's at IL PHCC Expo March 22nd.
NORTHBROOK, IL — The Illinois Department of Public Health has approved SSPMA’s application to be a sponsor of continuing education courses for licensed plumbers. The course approval number is 750-157-C1 and covers one hour of approved credit for SSPMA’s program, “Sizing Guidelines for New or Replacement Sewage Pumps”. The program will be offered for the first time during the Illinois PHCC Expo & Education Day on March 22, 2013 at Drury Lane Conference Center, Oakbrook Terrace, IL. For more information, refer to IL IPHCC's web site: Illinois Association Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Home Page
Jan. 15, 2013
EPA Launches SepticSmart
NORTHBROOK, IL — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has launched “SepticSmart,” a new program encouraging homeowners to take steps to maintain their home septic systems, preventing costly repairs, inconvenience and pollution to local waterways, which poses risks to public health and the environment. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, nearly 25 percent of U.S. households—more than 26 million homes—and almost one-third of new developments are serviced by septic systems. EPA launched SepticSmart to promote proper septic system care and maintenance. This national program aims to educate homeowners about proper daily system use and the need for periodic septic system maintenance. For more information, refer to EPA’s web site: SepticSmart Home
SSPMA's Sewage Pump Sizing program to provide CEU's at IL PHCC Expo March 22nd.
NORTHBROOK, IL — The Illinois Department of Public Health has approved SSPMA’s application to be a sponsor of continuing education courses for licensed plumbers. The course approval number is 750-157-C1 and covers one hour of approved credit for SSPMA’s program, “Sizing Guidelines for New or Replacement Sewage Pumps”. The program will be offered for the first time during the Illinois PHCC Expo & Education Day on March 22, 2013 at Drury Lane Conference Center, Oakbrook Terrace, IL. For more information, refer to IL IPHCC's web site: Illinois Association Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Home Page
Jan. 15, 2013
EPA Launches SepticSmart
NORTHBROOK, IL — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has launched “SepticSmart,” a new program encouraging homeowners to take steps to maintain their home septic systems, preventing costly repairs, inconvenience and pollution to local waterways, which poses risks to public health and the environment. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, nearly 25 percent of U.S. households—more than 26 million homes—and almost one-third of new developments are serviced by septic systems. EPA launched SepticSmart to promote proper septic system care and maintenance. This national program aims to educate homeowners about proper daily system use and the need for periodic septic system maintenance. For more information, refer to EPA’s web site: SepticSmart Home
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March 7, 2012
SPMA Welcomes Superior Pump NORTHBROOK, IL — The Sump and Sewage Pump Manufacturers Association (SSPMA) welcomed Superior Pump as a new member. They are located in Minneapolis, MN and manufacture sump, sewage, effluent, utility and back-up pumps. SSPMA represents the manufacturers of sump, sewage and effluent pumps, together with component and accessory suppliers. For more information, refer to SSPMA’s web site at www.sspma.org, email: [email protected] or phone 317/636-0278. |
Superior Pump President Charlie Michel III
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March 7, 2012
Plumbing Contractor Forum Provides Feedback at SSPMA Meeting NORTHBROOK, IL — The Sump and Sewage Pump Manufacturers Association (SSPMA) held its Spring Meeting in late February in Indianapolis, IN. All pump company members were represented at the well-attended meeting, The program featured four plumbing contractor representatives who are members of the Indiana Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors Association. SSPMA members submitted their questions in advance, providing for a lively discussion. Among the topics discussed were plumbing industry trends, pump distribution, training and education needs for employees, time demands for handling service calls and other concerns or recommendations from the contractors and pump and accessory manufacturers attending. SSPMA represents the manufacturers of sump, sewage and effluent pumps, together with component and accessory suppliers. For more information, refer to SSPMA’s website at www.sspma.org, email: [email protected] or phone 317/636-0278. |
Pictured, left to right, are participants of the SSPMA Forum in Indianapolis: David Frame (Bob Frame Plumbing), Charles White (Vice President of Technical and Code Services for Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors National Association), Jeff Hawks (Champion Pump and moderator), Stephen Pfendler (P.I.P.E., Inc.) and William Ciriello (Wm. J. Ciriello Plumbing Co.)
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Nov. 1, 2011
Free Sewage Pump Sizing Training Now Available From Pump Association
NORTHBROOK, IL — The Sump and Sewage Pump Manufacturers Association (SSPMA) has released a free, downloadable, PowerPoint presentation covering Sizing Guidelines for New or Replacement Sewage Pumps on the SSPMA website. Included with the step-by-step outline are printed worksheets and charts for calculating a sizing problem. Subjects covered are: Pump Capacity, Total Dynamic Head, Solids-Handling Requirements, Basin, Simplex or Duplex System? and a Sizing Example. This free presentation is available in either PowerPoint version or .pdf version.
SSPMA represents the manufacturers of sump, sewage and effluent pumps, together with component and accessory suppliers. To access this program, or more information, refer to SSPMA’s web site: Sizing Guidelines for New or Replacement Sewage Pumps
Oct. 1, 2011
Metropolitan Industries Hosts SSPMA’s Fall Meeting
SSPMA held its Fall Meeting in late September at Metropolitan Industries in Romeoville IL. The SSPMA member company provided an overview of their various products and projects, involving pumps, controls, and ancillary equipment, covering the municipal, commercial, HVAC, industrial and residential water and wastewater industries. A tour of their “green” energy and water independent facility in a nearby housing on their campus was included.
Nearly all pump company members were represented, as well as most component member companies. Featured at the General Meeting was the unveiling of two major new projects: (1) a new training program for sizing sewage pumps, including a working calculation example which can be downloaded for use with the program and (2) an upgraded, newly designed SSPMA website. The training program was developed for members of the plumbing industry who work with sewage pumps.
SSPMA President Susan O’Grady (Pentair Water) noted “both projects were handled and overseen by members, with the first now 95% complete and the second 90% complete.”
Free Sewage Pump Sizing Training Now Available From Pump Association
NORTHBROOK, IL — The Sump and Sewage Pump Manufacturers Association (SSPMA) has released a free, downloadable, PowerPoint presentation covering Sizing Guidelines for New or Replacement Sewage Pumps on the SSPMA website. Included with the step-by-step outline are printed worksheets and charts for calculating a sizing problem. Subjects covered are: Pump Capacity, Total Dynamic Head, Solids-Handling Requirements, Basin, Simplex or Duplex System? and a Sizing Example. This free presentation is available in either PowerPoint version or .pdf version.
SSPMA represents the manufacturers of sump, sewage and effluent pumps, together with component and accessory suppliers. To access this program, or more information, refer to SSPMA’s web site: Sizing Guidelines for New or Replacement Sewage Pumps
Oct. 1, 2011
Metropolitan Industries Hosts SSPMA’s Fall Meeting
SSPMA held its Fall Meeting in late September at Metropolitan Industries in Romeoville IL. The SSPMA member company provided an overview of their various products and projects, involving pumps, controls, and ancillary equipment, covering the municipal, commercial, HVAC, industrial and residential water and wastewater industries. A tour of their “green” energy and water independent facility in a nearby housing on their campus was included.
Nearly all pump company members were represented, as well as most component member companies. Featured at the General Meeting was the unveiling of two major new projects: (1) a new training program for sizing sewage pumps, including a working calculation example which can be downloaded for use with the program and (2) an upgraded, newly designed SSPMA website. The training program was developed for members of the plumbing industry who work with sewage pumps.
SSPMA President Susan O’Grady (Pentair Water) noted “both projects were handled and overseen by members, with the first now 95% complete and the second 90% complete.”
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March 22, 2011
Sump/Sewage Pump Manufacturers Welcome Three New Companies NORTHBROOK, IL — The Sump and Sewage Pump Manufacturers Association (SSPMA) welcomed three new member companies this year: pump manufacturers Glentronics, Inc. (Lincolnshire, IL) and Wayne Water Systems (Harrison, OH); and components manufacturer Motor Protection Electronics (Apopka, FL). |
Representatives from new SSPMA member companies are, from left to right: Linda Kerdolff, director of marketing at Wayne Water Systems; Charles Murphy, vice president of sales at Wayne Water Systems; Alan Schulman, owner of Glentronics, Inc.; and John Evans of Motor Protection Electronics.
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March 15, 2011
Sump/Sewage Pump Manufacturers Elect Officers, Directors NORTHBROOK, IL—The Sump and Sewage Pump Manufacturers Association (SSPMA) recently elected the following officers and directors to a two-year term from 2011-2013: President, Susan O'Grady (Pentair Water, Delavan, WI); Vice President; Mark Huntebrinker (Zoeller Co., Louisville, KY); and Secretary-Treasurer, Jeff Hawks (Champion Pump, Ashland, OH). Directors elected were Charlie Cook (Liberty Pumps, Bergen, NY); Scott Stayton (Franklin Electric Water Transfer Systems, Oklahoma City, OK) and Greg Simon (Alderon Industries, Hawley, MN). Nike Professional Services provides management services, with Pamela Franzen serving as Managing Director. |
SSPMA officers and directors are: left to right, Vice President Mark Huntebrinker; Secretary-Treasurer Jeff Hawks; Director Scott Stayton; President Susan O’Grady; and Directors Greg Simon and Charlie Cook.
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Feb. 1, 2011
SSPMA Pump Companies Report 2010 Sales Increases
NORTHBROOK, IL — The Sump and Sewage Pump Manufacturers Association (SSPMA) reported significant sales increases for 2010. The increases for each of the product categories for which the Association collects statistics are: pedestal and submersible sump, sewage and effluent pumps (+10 1/2%); utility pumps (+42%); battery-operated backup sump pumps (+19%; multi-stage centrifugal effluent pumps (+24 1/2%; and submersible grinder pumps (+32%).
Jan. 11, 2011
Effluent Pump Training Video for Wastewater Treatment Systems
NORTHBROOK, IL — A training video, "Effluent Pumps for Onsite Wastewater Treatment: Selecting the Right Pump for the Job", is available from the Sump and Sewage Pump Manufacturers Association (SSPMA). The educational video is intended for onsite contractors, engineers, government regulators, research academics and trainers in developing ways to make it easier to successfully match the equipment to the job.
The 28-minute video, along with accompanying work materials, deals with the sizing and selection of an effluent pump for a particular application. Specifically, the presentation takes the viewer through the selection process for two of the more common systems — enhanced flow septic tank pumping and low-pressure pipe distribution. However, the principles governing pipe size, pump selection and control settings can be applied to other applications as well.
To order a copy, along with one set of the worksheet materials, which can be duplicated for classroom use, send check or money order (sorry, we don't accept credit cards) for $45, U. S. funds to SSPMA, P. O. Box 46244, Indianapolis, IN 46244. Discounts apply for quantities of two or more.
SSPMA Pump Companies Report 2010 Sales Increases
NORTHBROOK, IL — The Sump and Sewage Pump Manufacturers Association (SSPMA) reported significant sales increases for 2010. The increases for each of the product categories for which the Association collects statistics are: pedestal and submersible sump, sewage and effluent pumps (+10 1/2%); utility pumps (+42%); battery-operated backup sump pumps (+19%; multi-stage centrifugal effluent pumps (+24 1/2%; and submersible grinder pumps (+32%).
Jan. 11, 2011
Effluent Pump Training Video for Wastewater Treatment Systems
NORTHBROOK, IL — A training video, "Effluent Pumps for Onsite Wastewater Treatment: Selecting the Right Pump for the Job", is available from the Sump and Sewage Pump Manufacturers Association (SSPMA). The educational video is intended for onsite contractors, engineers, government regulators, research academics and trainers in developing ways to make it easier to successfully match the equipment to the job.
The 28-minute video, along with accompanying work materials, deals with the sizing and selection of an effluent pump for a particular application. Specifically, the presentation takes the viewer through the selection process for two of the more common systems — enhanced flow septic tank pumping and low-pressure pipe distribution. However, the principles governing pipe size, pump selection and control settings can be applied to other applications as well.
To order a copy, along with one set of the worksheet materials, which can be duplicated for classroom use, send check or money order (sorry, we don't accept credit cards) for $45, U. S. funds to SSPMA, P. O. Box 46244, Indianapolis, IN 46244. Discounts apply for quantities of two or more.