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When to Replace a Bucket Liner

Testing and replacing a bucket liner as needed is an essential part of maintaining the safety and integrity of a bucket truck.

Load Chart Knowledge is Central to Safe Digger Derrick Operations

Understanding how to read load charts and applying that information to the operation of Terex digger derricks is critical.

Top 5 Storm Prep Tips for Lineworkers

Lineworkers must be ready whenever a storm hits. Careful planning is crucial for safety and efficiency during any challenging condition.

How to Use Hydraulic Tools to Work on Live Power Lines

When it comes to operating tools on a bucket truck, lineworkers can use either battery-powered tools or hydraulic tools depending on what job needs to be done.

Can Battery-Powered Tools Be Used for Utility Work?

Battery-powered tools are becoming popular with utility lineworkers because they are more ergonomic and convenient to use in bucket trucks to build and maintain electric lines.

Operating Bucket Trucks and Digger Derricks in Windy Conditions

Bucket trucks and digger derricks are used in many different weather conditions. Operation in conditions with too much or erratic wind can affect safe operation and should be avoided.

Tips for Maintaining Platform Leveling Chains

Leveling chain maintenance is critical to ensuring the safe and efficient leveling operation of the platform on bucket trucks, equipped with mechanical leveling.

Five Tips for Recruiting the Next Generation of Utility Workers

One of the biggest challenges for utilities is an aging workforce and the associated skills shortage that comes with it. Investing in training and development is an effective way not only to bridge the skills gap but to differentiate your business.

What Does ‘Insulated’ Really Mean?

Electrocution is an ever-present danger when working on or near electrical components. The bucket trucks and digger derricks used by electric utility field crews are insulated, but in all reality, the safe operation of this equipment is not as simple as using the term ‘insulated’ but depends on following safe work practices.

The Terex Hi-Ranger TM Series Celebrates 20 Years at The Utility Expo

The Terex Hi-Ranger TM Series of heavy-duty aerial devices for transmission applications was first introduced to the utility industry at the 2003 ICUEE Show. The Hi-Ranger TM has a long history of innovative design and dependable performance.

Tips to Follow When Converting Your Fleet to Electric

Many electric utilities have published very aggressive sustainability goals trying to achieve full electrification across all fleet categories over the next 10 to 15 years.

Top Ways for Utility Crews to Stay Cool in the Heat

Record-breaking heat across the U.S. in 2023 has put heat illness prevention at the top of the list for crew toolbox and tailgate talks this summer.