Lineman Life - May 3rd, 2024
 
 
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May
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Lineman Life

Celebrating the Line Trade
 
Jason Mendoza, a journeyman lineworker for SDG&E, is a military veteran and member of the transmission crew.
The cooperative opened the dedicated training center four years ago to house its Department of Labor-certified apprenticeship program.
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When you invest in a Hannay N700 Spring Rewind Reel, the possibilities are endless. It’s versatile and compact, with a narrow frame, compact mounting base, and non-sparking ratchet assembly. The N700’s trademark efficiency can be seen both off-road and on-site, supporting a variety of applications:  lubrication, fuel dispensing, service, pneumatic and hydraulic power tools, and more. 

The event kicked off a week of educational development.
This audio story showcases how Salt River Project's line crews are using new inventions to improve productivity and safety in the field.
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The premier event of its kind. The Lineman’s Rodeo attracts the best linemen from around the world to compete in events based on traditional lineman tasks and skills. The first Lineman’s Rodeo was held in September 1984, with twelve participating teams from Kansas and Missouri. The Rodeo has grown to over 300 teams and 450 apprentices.

Surge Powerline Solutions LLC is a new nationwide power restoration company based in Texas.
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NEW Huskie Tools SLA 6-ton Inline Cutting and Crimping Tools empower linemen with unprecedented Power & Control. Lighter, 25% faster, and more compact, the SLA Series offers enhanced ease of operation and advanced safety features. Equipped with auto-retract and integrated "jog & hold" trigger design, these tools provide unmatched versatility, allowing linemen to work with utmost efficiency and confidence.

Station Line Post Insulators are said to be lighter and more durable than porcelain for easier and safer installs.
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Lebanon Utilities needed a deeper understanding of intermittent outages in a critical transmission loop. Osmose deployed a comprehensive aerial assessment and reviewed over 7,000 images. Lebanon received a detailed report of actionable insights.