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.
From February 20-24, thousands are expected to gather at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston for the American Traffic Safety Services Association’s 56th Annual Convention & Traffic Expo. Billed as the premier North American event for the roadway safety infrastructure industry, attendees can expect to explore the latest developments in relevant devices, vehicles, […]
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 […]
PALFINGER, a global leader in lifting solutions, has announced the launch of PALFINGER Financial Services. This new program provides registered businesses in the U.S. with flexible and competitive financing options to acquire PALFINGER equipment, reinforcing the company’s commitment to being a solutions provider. PALFINGER Financial Services gives contractors, fleet owners and business operators a faster, simpler […]
Earlier this month, Terex officially launched its all-new TRX Series – a family of telescopic aerial devices designed for trouble truck and distribution work – at The Utility Expo in Louisville, Kentucky. The series is engineered to deliver superior lifting capacity, increased payload and operational efficiency, all without the need for a CDL. The TRX […]
Telesteps has introduced the world’s first and only DuPont Kevlar telescoping ladders, available in both a Type 1A extension and a Type 1AA A-frame stepladder. Unlike aluminum ladders, these models are fully non-conductive, significantly reducing electrocution risk for lineworkers and electricians working near energized lines. Compared to fiberglass, Kevlar is lighter, stronger, and far more […]
The Utility Expo returns to Louisville, Kentucky, October 7-9, featuring more than 900 exhibitors, hands-on equipment demonstrations and expanded educational programming. Among the 2025 show’s new offerings are the ADVANCE Program for Women in Utilities Workshop; the HDD Rodeo; partnerships with the Common Ground Alliance and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention; the National Equipment […]
Durabilt by Durbin offers the largest selection of specialty ratchet binders in the United States. Recently, Durabilt brought two new light-duty, folding-handle ratchet load binders to market, adding to its Durafold Series product lines (DFL – Light Duty and DFX – Standard/Heavier Duty). The DFL line offers a 7/8-inch screw diameter compared to the DFX […]
Lincoln Electric has launched the Velion 50kW DC Fast Charger. This compact mobile unit – engineered for maximum uptime without compromising performance – offers scalable output power and deployment flexibility. Designed, engineered and assembled in the United States with over 70% domestic content, the Velion charger meets all National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure and Build America, Buy America requirements. It delivers powerful DC fast charging […]
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 […]
Morgan Olson has launched the all-new Kestrel work truck. Named after a small but fierce falcon known for its precision and efficiency, this compact powerhouse is smaller than Morgan Olson’s iconic step vans yet built with the same uncompromising commitment to long-lasting performance. The Kestrel work truck retains all the proven long-life benefits that Morgan Olson […]
