Kate Wade

Kate Wade
Kate Wade is the managing editor of Utility Fleet Professional and Incident Prevention magazines. She has been employed by Utility Business Media Inc. since 2008.

Vault Maintenance Dewatering System
Andax Industries has introduced the Vault Maintenance Dewatering System (VMDS), an innovative solution for sediment and water filtration. Designed for electric utility, construction, industrial and environmentally sensitive projects, the VMDS captures hydrocarbons and sedimentary contaminants with its oil-selective absorbent inner core, allowing clean, filtered water to pass through. The VMDS is ideal for applications requiring […]

High-Performance Fall Arrest Harness
Buckingham’s Next Generation BuckArc Harness is engineered for utility professionals who demand both high-performance safety and daylong comfort. At its core is a Nomex-over-Kevlar webbing blend, offering exceptional flame resistance and strength. Nomex protects against heat and flame, while Kevlar adds unmatched durability and abrasion resistance, making this combo ideal for demanding, high-risk environments. The […]

Portable Breathing-Air Filtration System
The Breather Box portable breathing-air filtration system is designed to filter incoming air from a compressor and deliver it, in Grade-D quality, to respirator users while also providing continuous carbon monoxide monitoring. Air Systems introduced the state-of-the-art BB50-CO in 1984. Over the past year, the company reviewed several new filter manufacturers and discovered a new filter […]

HDD Guidance Beacon
Contractors can more easily and reliably run short shots of fiber lines and other underground utilities using the new M10 HDD guidance beacon from Subsite. The beacon is designed for use with compact Ditch Witch horizontal directional drills, like the JT5, and small drills from other manufacturers. The M10 beacon has a diameter of less than […]

Evacuation and Self-Rescue Training
Companies should have a rescue plan for all their workers at height. In this one-day work-at-height training course, workers in aerial lifts/mobile elevating work platforms will learn how to evacuate and perform a true self-rescue even after a fall. The Evacuation & Self-Rescue Training course concentrates on the various usages of the SRK-15 (a CE- and […]

Equipment Operator Training
For nearly 20 years, Altec Sentry has helped employers train and certify Altec equipment operators on safe and proper operation. Altec Sentry is committed to your safety and believes that industry-leading equipment deserves industry-leading training. They provide direct operation training, a train-the-trainer program, crane certification through NCCCO and EICA, commercial driver’s license training and more. Let Altec […]

Safety Excellence: Seven Essential Reads for Leaders
Elevate your organization’s journey toward safety excellence with this comprehensive seven-book collection authored by ProAct Safety CEO Shawn M. Galloway. Each title offers transformative insights and methods to cultivate a culture of safety and shared ownership. Start with “Shared Ownership” to master the dynamics of engaging subcultures, then progress to “Bridge to Excellence” for sustainable […]

Height Safety Trade Kits
Guardian has introduced its newest Height Safety Trade Kits, designed to make staying safe at height easier and more cost-effective than ever. Each kit is built around common jobsite needs, with trade-specific configurations to match your crew’s daily challenges. Choose from aerial lift kits available in standard and ultra configurations; concrete kits available in standard, ultra and ultra-plus configurations; and […]

Type II Helmet
MPS Inc. has announced the release of the Nexus T2, Centurion Safety’s Type II helmet with 360-degree protection. The T2 is based on the popular Nexus helmets that have been protecting workers for almost 10 years. It uses Centurion’s wheel ratchet adjustment and four-point chinstrap and has compatibility with a full range of accessories. The […]

EV Battery Repair Course
e-Hazard now offers a training course designed for non-electrical personnel who maintain and repair electric batteries used as primary power for mobile equipment and vehicles. Mechanics and maintenance personnel must be trained to identify any electrical hazards they may encounter and determine the electrical work practices necessary to safely perform the work. Electricity is an […]