Hastings Fiber Glass Products has expanded its extensive portfolio of hot-line tools and equipment with the addition of round and square jib adapter sets. Each option includes an industry-leading sheave and durable conductor holder. To accommodate various mounting needs, the round jib adapter features an internal diameter of 3.125 inches, while the square adapter includes […]
Andax Industries has introduced the Tarptainer, a safety containment system for large electric utility transformers and other equipment that allows for minimal ground clearance and enables crews to maintain a safe distance from suspended loads. The Tarptainer can be placed under transformers or equipment with as little as 1 inch of ground clearance. The sides […]
Nite Owl Software develops and manages software for energy facilities. Specifically designed to reduce plant risk and improve staff productivity, the system is intended for plant environments in which hazardous conditions exist and safety is paramount. The software is operational in various facilities (e.g., electric, gas, wind, hydro, biomass, battery/energy storage) and creates documentation for […]
Switched Source, a leading developer of grid-enhancing technologies, recently announced the successful deployment of its Phase-EQ technology in Macon, Georgia. Southern Company, through its subsidiary Georgia Power, served as an early demonstration partner, offering site access, engineering input and operational data to evaluate the technology under field conditions. The Phase-EQ is designed to help utilities increase usable capacity from […]
OSCO Safety’s ReadySeries lineup is one of the industry’s broadest selections of fiberglass-reinforced plastic (FRP) modular systems for jobsite access and safety. From platforms and crossovers to fixed ladders, handrails, guardrails, stair towers and more, the ReadySeries lineup delivers a wide range of components for easy customization and safety needs. Each piece is designed to […]
The Flat Rack Tray is purpose-built for utility lineworkers who demand both safety and efficiency while working aloft. Its glove-friendly, humped middle section allows workers to easily grasp small parts while wearing bulky primary gloves, reducing fumbles and minimizing the risk of dropped hardware. Designed to lay flat on a bucket liner, the tray maintains […]
Aircraft Dynamics offers the 360-degree Robolights LED strobe and flag holder for pole transportation safety, which utilizes 12 long-lasting LEDs to create a highly visible 60-flashes-per-minute strobe. The system is easy to deploy using a heavy-duty strap that attaches to all types of poles and sizes. Featuring enhanced battery life, the strobe can operate for […]
NASCO ArcWear products have been a trusted solution to the foul-weather needs of utility companies across North America for more than 25 years. The company’s ArcJoule offers waterproof and breathable performance, high-visibility worker conspicuity, and protection from the thermal hazards associated with electric arc flashes and hydrocarbon flash fires. It meets the requirements of ASTM […]
Youngstown Glove Co.’s 10-inch Secondary Expertex Hybrid (Part # 15-1499-10) is a new style of protector that is built to ASTM F3258 and designed to be worn over Class 0 and 00 rubber insulating gloves. ASTM F3258 opened up the protector category to new materials so long as those materials adhere to certain criteria. The […]
North American safety helmet innovator STUDSON has announced the availability of two new safety eyewear lines for customers: the Guardian and Watchman safety glasses. These options offer ANSI Z87+ impact certification, superior optical clarity and innovative design features. The Guardian line features a secure fit with a classic look, incorporating an eight-base curve wrap design […]
Hastings Fiber Glass Products has released a new HV-250 Tel-O-Pole II, a 5-foot-longer version of its popular HV series of telescopic hot sticks. This product addition is a direct response to lineworkers worldwide who expressed a need for increased reach in various utility applications. The HV-250 maintains the same trusted quality, durability and safety features […]
Saf-T-Gard recently announced the availability of the new Saf-T-Gard Voltgard Dura-Fit Leather Protector Gloves. Utilizing a novel, modified pattern to better fit the curve of all industry-standard rubber insulating gloves for long-lasting wear and safety, this new offering takes leather protector gloves to the next level. Designed for use with Class 1, 2, 3 or 4 high-voltage rubber insulating […]
Buckingham has reimagined fall protection with the new BuckSqueeze Lite, its lightest and most efficient wood-pole fall-restriction device to date. Weighing just 3.5 pounds, this innovation offers the trusted security of the original BuckSqueeze, now with advanced features designed for performance, comfort and ease of use. The BuckSqueeze Lite features a slotted nose D-ring that […]
Twiceme Technology recently announced that Bullard will embed Twiceme’s smart safety technology in select models of its new Type II + safety helmets. Twiceme-enabled Bullard helmets will empower safety managers to significantly improve operational efficiency while elevating safety protocols. Using Twiceme’s Safety Management Portal, organizations can streamline daily safety management procedures, manage inventory and inspections, […]
CM Labs Simulations – the leading vendor of simulation-based training solutions in the utilities, construction and ports industries – will showcase Intellia, its intelligent training system, October 7-9 at The Utility Expo in Louisville, Kentucky. The company will also debut all-new Intellia equipment training packs, which are designed to help organizations build safer, more skilled […]
Twiceme Technology, the digital safety standard for jobsites and adventures, has named Securis, a Velotec Sports industrial head protection brand, as its latest PPE partner. Securis will integrate Twiceme’s smart safety technology into its entire product line, enhancing safety for industrial workers and streamlining organizational safety management. Velotec Sports introduced the Securis brand in 2023 after […]
LineWise now offers a Horizontal Double Bundle Line Cart, available in a gas-powered or non-powered version. Designed for use on horizontal bundles spaced 18 inches apart, the new line cart offers a safe, specially engineered mobile platform for performing line inspection and maintenance on transmission lines. The Horizontal Double Bundle Line Cart offers a 400-pound […]
Cementex’s double-insulated pry bars, engineered with the company’s industry-leading insulation technology, provide the leverage required to pry open whatever is being worked on while maintaining a barrier against electrical hazards. The signature orange-over-yellow insulation offers clear visual safety indication, allowing users to both quickly identify wear and maintain compliance with stringent safety standards. Manufactured in […]
Terex Utilities offers a variety of training opportunities that can be customized to fit customers’ needs. Training available to service personnel includes both hands-on and online opportunities. Maintenance training workshops are for mechanics working on Terex digger derricks and bucket trucks. Subjects and activities covered in these workshops may include understanding and using load charts; […]
J. J. Keller & Associates Inc. recently released a report for its inaugural “State of Environmental Health & Safety” benchmarking study, conducted by the J. J. Keller Center for Market Insights, the company’s collaborative research arm. The study is aimed at gaining a deeper understanding of how safety professionals perceive safety within their organizations and […]
