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Welcome to the Orenco Podcast!

Every two weeks, we'll bring you new episodes of “Make It Clear” that cover timely and relevant topics in the water and wastewater industries. Our guests will also provide their unique insights as we discuss the world’s most precious resource.

While our content is mainly geared toward water and wastewater professionals, we welcome everyone who’d like to listen.

From Alarms to Answers: Working with Orenco Support

December 18, 2025

In this episode, we chat with Darren Mendenhall, Customer Service Manager at Orenco, about the real-world aspects of helping various people with wastewater systems. We hear how the customer service team supports homeowners, installers, and engineers with troubleshooting, training, and plenty of patience. Darren shares how to handle calls about alarms and tricky questions, as well as those memorable calls that remind us why protecting water matters so much.

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A Brief History of Wastewater - Pt 2

December 4, 2025

In this episode, we pick up our historical deep dive and explore how wastewater treatment was transformed between the 1800s and the present day. From cholera-prevention breakthroughs to modern filtration, AI, and reuse strategies, we trace the innovations that shaped the clean, reliable systems we depend on now.

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A Brief History of Wastewater - Pt 1

November 20, 2025

In this episode, we journey through ancient civilizations to uncover how humanity first tackled wastewater and sanitation. From the advanced sewers of the Indus Valley to Rome’s engineering marvels, we explore brilliant innovations, surprising missteps, and how history’s sanitation lessons still shape the way we treat water today.

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Top Internet Questions About Septic Systems - Answered!

November 4, 2025

We’re diving into all the most common septic system questions—how they work, what not to flush, and how to spot trouble before it starts. With real stories, expert advice, and plenty of laughs, we’re breaking down what everyone’s been Googling about keeping septic systems healthy and worry-free.

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Stronger Systems, Stronger Support: An Interview with Carl Thompson

October 23, 2025

In this episode, we sit down with Carl Thompson, VP of Sales and Business Development at Infiltrator, to reflect on the first year since the Orenco acquisition, including the benefits of bringing two industry leaders together.

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Navigating Change: An Interview with Jim Bransfield

October 9, 2025

In this episode, we sit down with Jim Bransfield of Infiltrator Water Technologies to discuss the acquisition of Orenco Systems and how it’s driving collaboration, innovation, and shared purpose across the wastewater industry.

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Wastewater in the News

September 23, 2025

We discuss the US EPA's Septic Smart Week and the importance of inspecting and maintaining septic systems, including do's and don'ts and the signs of failing systems. We also emphasize the environmental impact of neglecting these systems and highlight resources for homeowners.

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We're Going to WEFTEC 2025!

September 17, 2025

We’re gearing up for WEFTEC 2025, and we couldn’t be more excited! Join us as we chat about what’s new this year—including a shared booth with both Orenco and Infiltrator. Don’t miss the chance to see the latest solutions at Booth #3213 in the South Building at McCormick Place, Chicago, September 29–October 1.

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Septic Smart Week

September 9, 2025

Are you Septic Smart? In this episode of Make It Clear, Angela and Shawn share their smarts about septic system maintenance, malfunctions, and dos and don’ts.

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Looking to the Future: Craig Taylor

June 10, 2025

Our guest, Craig Taylor, president of Infiltrator Water Technologies, joins us to talk about the purchase of Orenco Systems and what that means for the wastewater industry.

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