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Safe Work Practices to Follow When Operating Digger Derricks Near Energized Lines

When operating a digger derrick in the field near energized environments, it’s important to know and understand the safe work practices to follow. All operators must follow all OSHA, ANSI, state, federal and company rules and regulations when working on or near energized power lines – as electricity is...

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Tips to Follow When Ordering your Digger Derrick or Bucket Truck

When it comes to purchasing a bucket truck or digger derrick, there are many things to consider that will ensure you get the product you need. Today’s article covers other ways you can ensure you clearly understand how the...

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Optima Series of Aerial Devices

First introduced in 2017, the Optima series ‘optimizes’ weight and payload with enhanced features of ground access, greater side reach, lower travel height, increased boom speed and responsiveness and improved maintenance access when compared to the legacy models. The Optima Series includes...

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Safe Practices to Follow While Using a Bucket Truck at a Worksite

Bucket trucks are common tools used by lineman while performing maintenance on live lines. Along with proper training, it’s important to consistently review the Operator’s Manual to understand how...

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6 Tips for Effective Tailgate Sessions

Pre-work meetings and site surveys are required because they keep crews informed of the conditions of the jobsite and expectations for the project. Here are six tips to follow regarding safety tailgate sessions...

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Manage Your Fleet – And the Support You Receive – Your Way

Whether you own a couple Terex Utilities trucks or oversee a group of Terex and other branded work equipment, it’s important to stay on top of the maintenance, care, and new orders of equipment you have within your company. This is where Fleet Management tools can be a huge benefit and time saver. Terex Utilities offers a free...

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Taking Care with Traffic at the Work Site

Exposure to traffic is one of the biggest risks on any jobsite that is near roadways. Upon arrival at the work site, the crew should...

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Investing in Rebuilds and Transfers

Utilities and utility contractors with large fleets of equipment often utilize telematics and other data tracking systems to monitor age, utilization, and maintenance costs. This type of information enables fleet owners to...

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Do You Know Your Load? This Tool Can Help

All bucket trucks have a maximum rated load established by the manufacturer. Operating within this range is an important facet of operator safety and preventing equipment damage...

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