What to Expect at the 2023 Utility Expo
DDIN BOOTH #S4833 - See the new Clipping Block displayed in-person and how it can transform your transmission stringing! Article from Utility Fleet Professional This year’s Utility Expo – produced...
Wise Words to Work By from a Seasoned Lineman
I first got into the electric utility industry in 1965 when I was hired to work as a lineman’s helper. Lineman’s helpers were also called by another name: grunt. At that time, you were not considered a grown adult until you were 21 years of age. I was just 18 in 1965
Dramatically Reduce Wildfire Risk Through Utilities
Rising temperatures, drought conditions, and dry vegetation are all major contributors to wildfires with possible ignition sources including lightning strikes, unattended campfires, and other man-made causes.
DDIN Impact Adapters against the Competitors
You may have heard us say that DDIN Impact Adapters are "tougher than the rest,"...but just how tough are they? We pitted our impact adapters against some of the biggest names in impact tools to...
Wildfire Season: Safety Tips for Linemen
The last decade has been brutal as wildfires have raged across the West, Southwest, and Southern states. Wildfire season is here, and that means linemen and other utility employees will be dispatched to restore power during dangerous events and in extreme environments.
Planning for Going On Storm
The strength and magnitude of a storm should determine our methods to address it. But long before a significant event occurs, a plan to restore power safely should be made by the host company. I...