International Lineman's Expo attendees could visit Booth #89 to check out GridWrap's new product, BullWrap, one of the company's latest solutions to address the urgent challenges facing aging grid infrastructure, particularly as extreme weather events become more frequent due to climate change.
High winds and storms are increasingly exceeding the engineered load capacities of utility poles, causing dangerous and costly power outages. With 2 to 4 million poles already being replaced annually, this pace is insufficient to manage the rapidly aging infrastructure.
BullWrap is a hybrid composite reinforcement system designed specifically for wood, steel or concrete utility poles. This solution enhances the structural integrity and resilience of utility poles, tripling their load-bearing capacity. It is fireproof, easy to install and affordable, providing a critical advantage for utilities looking to strengthen their infrastructure without service disruption.
BullWrap can be applied anywhere on the pole, making it versatile for both hardening new poles and restoring damaged ones. The installation process is seamless and does not require shutting down electrical services. Most importantly, this solution can extend the lifespan of utility poles by an additional 30 years, offering a sustainable, long-term method to maintain and protect critical grid infrastructure.
This makes BullWrap an essential tool for utilities, as it provides a reliable and affordable way to safeguard against the increasing risks posed by extreme weather, helping ensure more resilient, stable power systems, according to the company.
Offering a Giveaway
At the booth, the company offered a special giveaway for attendees. GridWrap provided BullWrap kits to up to five utilities, lineworkers and utility contractors as part of the raffle. These kits will allow participants to experience firsthand the benefits of BullWrap in enhancing the structural integrity and resilience of utility poles.
