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Utility Pros is meant to inform and connect you with utility industry experts on the use and maintenance of Terex bucket trucks, digger derricks, and equipment.

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Terex Commander 5050 Digger Derrick

Maximize Digger Derrick Safety and Uptime with Preventative Maintenance

November 25, 2025

The performance and mechanical integrity of a Terex digger derrick is directly attributed to the maintenance, use, and proper operation of the digger derrick.

Lineman working in a Terex bucket truck

Setting Up Bucket Trucks and Digger Derricks in Wintry Conditions

November 18, 2025

Utility line crews need to know how to properly set up their equipment in ice and snow as storms and the winter weather season approaches.

Lineworkers restoring power in Terex bucket trucks

Storm Readiness Planning

October 30, 2025

When a storm hits and the power goes out, communities can be thrown into full crisis mode. It’s up to utility companies, cooperatives and contractors to restore service as quickly as possible.

Terex digger derrick pole guides

Digger Derrick Pole Guides Have One Purpose

October 05, 2025

The pole guides of a digger derrick are meant to help guide and control the pole and plumb the pole. They help guide and control the pole as the boom moves the pole into position.

Utility lineworker operating Terex bucket truck

What to do If a Hydraulic Line Fails on an Aerial Device

August 27, 2025

Regardless of the make or model of your bucket truck, a quick response is very critical to stop oil flow caused by a hydraulic line failure.

Utility worker in a Terex Hi-Ranger bucket truck

Understanding Work Practices and Aerial Insulation Categories

August 22, 2025

Insulating bucket trucks are designed to have different insulating classifications and voltages for different work processes.

Utility lineworker in Terex bucket truck

Improve Fleet Equipment Reliability by Leveraging OEM

Utility Fleet Professional recently published an article that shared how a Missouri-based cooperative asked Terex to provide customized training for their fleet and maintenance team to help improve inspections and maintenance on their fleet.

Utility worker lifting transformer in Terex bucket truck

Inspecting the Winch Rope on a Bucket Truck

One of the important inspection items on bucket trucks are winch ropes. In addition to the daily visual inspection, the full length of the winch rope should be unspooled and inspected hand-over-hand during the annual inspection.

Technicians attending a Terex training on digger derricks

Importance of Regular Training for Operators of Bucket Trucks and Digger Derricks

Operators of Terex bucket trucks and digger derricks need to be intimately familiar with the manufacturer’s operator’s manual and commit to following all its safety guidelines and requirements.

Terex LT40 Bucket Truck

New Bucket Truck Operator? What to Know Before You Work

If you are new to operating a bucket truck, there are some steps you need to take before using one in the field.

Terex auger teeth on digger derrick auger

The Small Details Matter: Don't Forget About Auger Teeth

Just like choosing the correct auger tool for your Terex digger derrick is important, operators need to pay attention to the teeth on the tool as well.

Terex trucks parked in front of Terex factory

Industry Interview: Trends and Challenges Facing OEMs and Electric Utilities

Terex Utilities recently sat down with Lift & Access to talk about industry trends, equipment demand, and design challenges the company has been addressing.

Lineworker in a Terex bucket truck

Tips to Remember If A Fall From Platform Occurs

Fall arrest is required whenever a person is in a bucket truck or digger derrick platform. As some might believe, the issue is not always falling from the platform but being ejected.

Terex digger derrick lifting a padmount transformer

Importance of Hydraulic Overload Protection on Digger Derricks

Preventing overloads on digger derricks helps minimize downtime and prevents damage to the boom and structure.

Utility worker operating a Terex digger derrick

What to Know When Purchasing Used Terex Bucket Trucks or Digger Derricks

Before putting used Terex equipment into service, scheduling a comprehensive inspection by a qualified person is important to identify any issues or manufacturer’s bulletins that must be addressed.

Harness lanyard attached to Terex bucket truck

What to Consider When Spec'ing Trucks to Improve Roadside Safety

What should you consider when you are spec'ing out a Terex bucket truck or digger derrick? Here are some tips.

Lineman working on a power line in a Terex bucket truck

Dielectric Rating and Changing Levels

February 27, 2025

Understanding the dielectric rating of a bucket truck is imperative when it comes to using the equipment properly. The dielectric rating is the unit’s ability to insulate against electrical currents when the truck is being used near live power lines.

Utility worker entering Terex bucket

Remember the Basics When Entering a Platform

February 19, 2025

For bucket truck operators, getting into a platform day after day becomes second nature. The following are items for lineworkers to remember before and after entering a platform.

Technician working on a Terex bucket truck

How to Adjust Torque Values When Using Torque Adapters

January 29, 2025

Understanding fastener torque and the corresponding values is important when working on Terex bucket trucks and Terex digger derricks.

Digger derrick operator using Terex Flex Pro controls

New Flex Pro Digger Derrick Controls Provide Powerful Precision

January 23, 2025

Terex Utilities is integrating the latest technology into its industry-leading digger derricks with the new Flex Pro controls. The new control consoles will give operators the control positions they want and the reliable Terex equipment they expect.

Lineworker in a Terex Bucket Truck

Preventing Overloads When Operating Bucket Trucks

December 18, 2024

Knowing bucket capacity and how to read a jib load chart are two critical elements of operating a Terex bucket truck. While both tasks are straightforward, staying within the allowable capacity of the unit is very important.

Terex bucket trucks working on lines in winter

Winter is Here: Stay Safe Out There

December 10, 2024

Cold, ice, or snow cover does not stop utility crews from performing line work. Winter conditions create slippery surfaces to work on and normal traction is greatly reduced. Just as you need to maintain traction to walk and drive, good traction is also required to keep Terex digger derricks and bucket trucks in a stable position.

Terex bucket truck boom

Tips to Remember for Aerial Device Boom Inspections

November 25, 2024

The ability of a Terex boom to elevate, rotate and position operators into place is the single biggest factor in getting operators from the ground to an aerial worksite.

Utility worker operating a Terex bucket truck

Before Work Begins: 3 Tips When Setting Up Your Bucket Truck

November 12, 2024

Bucket trucks are among the most important pieces of equipment in a utility company’s fleet. Here are three important steps utility crews should assess and manage every time they are operating a bucket truck.

Lineworkers operating Terex digger derrick

What to Know When Digging Holes: Back to the Basics

October 23, 2024

Digger derricks play a crucial role for electric utility line crews. Terex digger derricks dig holes, set poles, and lift the needed material to get the job done.

Power lineman working on power lines

Understanding and Preventing Electrocution When Using Aerial Devices and Digger Derricks

October 08, 2024

Lineworkers face the ever-present danger of electrocution as they work on or near electrical components.

hydraulic hoses

Cleaning and Replacing the Oil in a Hydraulic System

September 25, 2024

One important aspect of inspecting your Terex bucket truck or digger derrick is checking the hydraulic oil to ensure there is a proper amount of oil and that the oil is in good condition.

Lineworkers operating a digger derrick

Setting Up a Bucket Truck or Digger Derrick on a Sloped Surface

September 11, 2024

Lineworkers must consider the slope of the ground and how the slope will impact the truck. Ideally, the truck should be parked on a slope of five degrees or less; then leveled according to the units requirements.

Terex digger derrick lifting pole

Load Chart Knowledge is Central to Safe Digger Operations

August 27, 2024

Terex digger derrick load charts are designed specifically for the serial number of the unit? This means if you have more than one specific model of a Terex digger derrick in your fleet, the same load chart may not be used on all of them.

Terex Digger Derrick Lifting a Transformer

Terex Digger Derricks Best in the Industry, According to Customers

August 15, 2024

Terex Utilities’ digger derricks are the workhorse of the utility industry and are built for strength, stability, and minimal maintenance so crews can tackle tough jobs in tough conditions.

ProAll Volumetric Mixers: Transforming the Utility Industry

August 01, 2024

ProAll's innovative volumetric mixers provide an ideal solution for utility projects, offering unparalleled flexibility, reduced waste, and cost-effectiveness.

Utility worker lifting a transformer with a Terex bucket truck

Tips & Best Practices When Material Handling on an Aerial Device

Proper training and routine inspections are only a couple best practices to know when lifting materials with your Terex bucket truck.

Z-45 SUB operating in a substation

Increasing Productivity and Safety in Substation Maintenance Tasks

The Terex Utilities Z-45 Substation Utility Boom (SUB), based on the Genie Z-45 XC model, retains the same handling and performance characteristics while incorporating a fiberglass jib section and bucket for insulation.

Rubber-tracked backyard aerial device

Small Rubber-Tracked Carriers Can Benefit Utility Crews

Bucket trucks and digger derricks mounted on small rubber-tracked carriers offer several benefits to utility companies who are required to work in backyards and tight places.

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The Critical Role of Equipment Safety Decals and How to Apply Them

Safety decals are indispensable components of a comprehensive safety strategy. By effectively communicating hazards, instructions, and emergency procedures, they contribute to a safer work environment, reduce accidents, and protect lives.

Terex bucket liners

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.

Utility worker operating digger derrick

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.

Lineworkers Restoring Power Following Storm

Top 5 Storm Prep Tips for Lineworkers

February 26, 2024

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

Lineworker using tools in bucket truck

How to Use Hydraulic Tools to Work on Live Power Lines

February 01, 2024

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.

Lineworker using battery-powered tool

Can Battery-Powered Tools Be Used for Utility Work?

January 23, 2024

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.

Utility worker in Terex bucket truck

Operating Bucket Trucks and Digger Derricks in Windy Conditions

December 19, 2023

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.

Utility worker inspecting Terex bucket truck

Tips for Maintaining Platform Leveling Chains

November 21, 2023

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

Linemen operating Terex digger derrick

Five Tips for Recruiting the Next Generation of Utility Workers

October 30, 2023

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.

Terex bucket truck and digger derrick setting pole

What Does ‘Insulated’ Really Mean?

September 18, 2023

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.

TM 100 Bucket Truck 20th Anniversary

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

September 18, 2023

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.

All Electric Bucket Truck on street

Tips to Follow When Converting Your Fleet to Electric

August 31, 2023

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.

Utility Worker in bucket

Top Ways for Utility Crews to Stay Cool in the Heat

August 22, 2023

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.

Person holding a cable

Tech Tips Help Service Personnel Save Time and Money

Customers have commented that Tech Tips can help save hours and money trying to figure out an issue.

Lineman in bucket truck

How to Lift a Power Line with Terex Equipment

Terex equipment, when used properly by trained personnel, can lift live power lines so the power can stay on, while the crew performs the necessary work on the electric system.

Convenient Training Tool for Apprentice Lineworkers

The Edge online curriculum from Terex Utilities provides convenient self-paced training for apprentice lineworkers on the proper operation of bucket trucks and digger derricks.

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Safety Minute: What to Look for Before and During Utility Equipment Operation

The operator is not only in control of running the equipment properly but also ensuring that the equipment is being used in a safe manner.

PAL - positive attachment lanyard

You Can't Go Wrong With a PAL in Your Bucket

Connecting a harness to an approved lanyard attachment point is a required safe work practice when operating a bucket truck.

Terex Utilities Truck Line Up

Equipment Financing Tips from Terex Utilities

Terex Financial Services can offer lease and financing options to keep your fleet replacement cycle on track.

HyPower SmartPTO by Viatec

How Meeting Your Sustainability Goals Makes Good Business Sense

Electric utilities across the nation have set net-zero carbon emission goals, with many committed to a 50 percent reduction in emissions – in as little as 5 to 10 years. This has posed one of the biggest challenges when it comes to the electrification of...

Terex Utilities Training Programs

Required and Ongoing Training Programs are Key Components of a Workplace Culture of Safety

To operate any bucket truck or digger derrick effectively, OSHA and ANSI standards require that every operator must be qualified to run the machine. The best way to ensure field crews exercise safe work practices and productively operate a digger derrick or bucket truck is for them to...

Terex Utilities Safety Minute

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...

Terex Utilities Digger Derricks

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...

Terex Utilities Optima Units

Optima Series of Aerial Devices

February 23, 2023

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...

Terex Utilities Safety Minute

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

February 08, 2023

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...

Terex Utilities | Tailgate Meeting

6 Tips for Effective Tailgate Sessions

February 01, 2023

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...

Terex Utilities Fleet Horizon Portal on an iPad

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

January 25, 2023

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...

Safety at a Work Site | Terex Utilities

Taking Care with Traffic at the Work Site

January 12, 2023

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...

Terex Services Transfers and Rebuilds | Then and Now

Investing in Rebuilds and Transfers

January 04, 2023

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...

Terex Utilities Boom Trucks at Work

Do You Know Your Load? This Tool Can Help

December 13, 2022

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...

Annual Inspections | Decals

Bucket Truck Annual Inspections: Part 2 – Factors to Remember

December 08, 2022

During the annual inspection, the mechanic or service technician needs to conduct a performance test of all the boom’s movements. It is important to check the condition and tightness of all the bolts and other...

Terex Utilities Bucket Trucks

Bucket Truck Annual Inspections: Part 1 – Factors to Remember

November 29, 2022

On a vehicle-mounted aerial device, one of the most critical components to influence the productivity and the safety of the utility crew is the boom. The boom’s ability to elevate, rotate and position operators into place is the single biggest factor in...

Bucket Truck boom Inspections | Terex Utilities Denver

Frequent Bucket Truck Boom Inspections: What to Do and When?

November 15, 2022

Frequent boom inspection and tests should be performed immediately prior to first use of a bucket truck at the beginning of each shift. ANSI (the American National Standards Institute) and each bucket truck manufacturer have provided owners with detailed guidelines for conducting frequent (daily to monthly) tests that will...

Terex Hollow Kelly Bar Design

Best Kept Secret to Screw Anchor Installation

November 08, 2022

What’s a digger derrick without efficient tools? The Hollow Kelly Bar is another example of why Terex Utilities designs and manufactures its own auger tooling. It’s actually one of the best kept secrets for screw anchor installation.

Terex Utilities Safety Minute

Best Practices When Conducting Site Surveys

November 02, 2022

Bucket trucks and digger derricks are some of the most important machines in your equipment fleet. To maintain safe productivity on any jobsite, follow these best practices for conducting a site survey for safe set-up, operation, and care for your bucket truck. As always, refer to...

The Terex All-Electric Bucket Truck

Practical Considerations for Distribution Class Electric Trucks

October 25, 2022

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) sustainability goals are among the key reasons electric utilities are looking for clean, quiet equipment to add to their operations. As original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) work to find solutions to offer the industry, the key question is...

FieldService-Feb2022 Port Allen, LA

When Outsourcing Fleet Maintenance Makes Sense

October 19, 2022

Maintaining a regular maintenance schedule, whether through in-house resources or by outsourcing to a trusted partner, will keep any utility company’s equipment fleet up and running for a long time. If a utility truck has any issue that cannot be fixed...

Unit Preventive Maintenance

Help Your Equipment Work Harder and Last Longer with Preventative Maintenance

October 12, 2022

Every utility equipment owner knows that preventive maintenance is key to keeping a fleet running at peak efficiency. This is especially true in today’s economy as the cost of buying new equipment compared to the cost of investing in preventive maintenance programs significantly...

Terex Utilities Tech Tips

Part 2 – Troubleshooting Tips When Insulated Booms Fail Dielectric Testing

October 04, 2022

In the previous article, we covered the different situations that occur when dielectric testing is needed and possible causes when the testing fails. The following steps will dig deeper on what can be done if the boom continues to fail...

Terex Utilities Tech Tips

Part 1 - Troubleshooting Tips When Insulated Booms Fail Dielectric Testing

September 27, 2022

Insulated aerial devices and digger derricks may provide secondary protection to help protect workers who follow proper work practices from electrocution. For this reason, dielectric testing is critical to...

Terex Utilities Safety Minute

A Reminder to Make Hurtman Rescue Training Reflective of Real-World Scenarios

September 22, 2022

For the last several years, Terex Utilities has been a proud sponsor of the equipment used for Hurtman Rescue competitions held during the International Lineman’s Rodeo. The purpose of the Hurtman Rescue is to demonstrate speed while safely lowering an injured worker (represented by a mannequin), who is unconscious, from the top of the pole. Speed is important because...

Buy, Lease or Buy Question

Rent, Lease or Buy?

September 13, 2022

Changing interest rates, new tax regulations, and uncertain financial policies have been common themes in today’s world. Below are some reasons to re-evaluate your financing options, which should also...

Terex Utilities Service School 2022

Meet Other Equipment Users, Get Personalized Training

September 06, 2022

To support users of Terex digger derricks and bucket trucks, Terex Utilities offers both online and in person training opportunities. Programs and material vary depending...

Terex Utilities Tech Tips

Guidelines to Follow When Disinfecting Work Trucks

August 30, 2022

The need for frequent and thorough disinfecting of work trucks like aerial devices and digger derricks arose and became a relatively new task for operators at the beginning of the pandemic – and remains applicable today. It’s a good idea to...

Terex Utilities Commander | Digger Derrick

Preparing your Digger Derrick for Storage

August 23, 2022

Utilities may be required to store digger derricks over certain periods of time due to a variety of reasons – such as the equipment is a part of a reserve fleet for storm response or not needed at a job site. When this occurs and the digger needs to be stored or parked...

Terex Utilities Bucket Truck

Why Application Should Drive the Spec when Ordering a Bucket Truck or Digger Derrick

August 16, 2022

For utility companies, nearly every bucket truck or digger derrick purchased is a custom machine. Utilities can take several steps that will help to streamline spec’ing and quoting, while still achieving a purpose-built truck that meets the needs of the organization. There are a number of potential benefits. Customers can...

Terex First Digger Derrick

What is a Digger Derrick?

August 09, 2022

Digger Derricks are one of the most important multiskilled tools on a utility construction project. At first glance of these machines, it is clear to see they are built for a multitude of tasks- from digging holes and lifting and setting utility poles to turning screw anchors and setting transformers.

Terex Utilities Safety Minute

Safety Minute: Bucket Truck Operational Reminders

August 02, 2022

When an aerial device arrives on site, before work begins, operators should conduct a site survey to identify potential hazards. After following proper setup procedures...

Preventative Maintenance

Base Your Preventative Maintenance Schedule on Actual Work Conditions

Fleet managers know that preventative maintenance is critical to keeping bucket trucks and digger derricks running safely and at peak efficiency. But the key to keeping costs low and uptime high is a maintenance plan that goes beyond...

Terex Storm Response

5 Things That Contribute to Quick Response After a Storm

Whether it’s rain, wind, snow, ice or a combination of all of the elements, utility companies need to have a storm response plan in place so they can dispatch crews quickly to restore services. An extensive response plan includes ensuring equipment and people are ready to go at a moment’s notice. Here are five steps to make sure you are ready...

Terex Utilities Tech Tips

Maintaining Your Insulated Booms: Part 4 – Repairing and Refinishing Fiberglass Booms

Damage to the booms outer gel-coat can reduce the dielectric strength of the fiberglass. Tech Tip 149 covers procedures in repairing small areas of gel coat surface damage. Before making any gel coat repairs...

Terex Utilities Tech Tips

Maintaining Your Insulated Booms: Part 3 – Maintenance of Fiberglass to Steel Joint

One of the most common fiberglass maintenance points on a unit is the caulking or sealant at the fiberglass to steel joint. Improperly maintained joints can lead to corrosion of the steel boom section, moisture and...

Terex Utilities Tech Tips

Maintaining Your Insulated Booms: Part 2 - Photographing Major Fiberglass Damage

Major damage to an insulated boom must be reported to the manufacturer for analysis to determine if it can be repaired. To receive the appropriate support and possible repairs from the Terex Services team, it is important to take quality photos that depict the damage the most accurate way...

Terex Utilities Tech Tips

Maintaining Your Insulated Booms: Part 1 – Understanding the Extent of Damage

In this four-part series, Utility Pros will summarize and share four Tech Tips produced by our Product Support Team. Tech Tips cover the most common questions our Terex Services Team receives regarding repairs and replacements and is meant to provide...

Worksite Environmental Factors When Setting Up a Bucket Truck

Worksite Environmental Factors to Look for When Setting Up a Bucket Truck

An entire utility crew is responsible for contributing to safe and efficient operations at a worksite. One important aspect is being able to identify the environmental factors that can affect proper set up of a bucket truck. If it’s determined...

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Digger Derricks: Among the Most Versatile Tools – When Used Correctly

Digger derricks are built to tackle a myriad of tasks ─ from digging holes then lifting and setting poles to turning in screw anchors, putting linemen in the air, and setting transformers. Like the people who use them, digger derricks are hard working tools used to solve a variety of challenges...

Best Practices When Handling Transformers | Utility Pros

Best Practices When Handling Transformers with Your Bucket Truck, Part 4: Understanding Proper Set Up

Here is the final part of the series on Best Practices When Handling Transformers with Your Bucket Truck. Today, we cover our last part on what line workers should know: Understanding Proper Set Up...

Knowing Your Jib Load | Transformers

Best Practices When Handling Transformers with Your Bucket Truck, Part 3: Knowing Your Load

Over the last couple of weeks, we covered the first 2 parts of this series on knowing your jib and some best practices on inspecting your jib before handling transformers in this 4-part series. This week, we move to the third area that line workers should know: Knowing Your Load.

Knowing Your Jib

Best Practices When Handling Transformers with Your Bucket Truck, Part 2: Inspecting Your Jib

Most bucket trucks sold to the utility industry are equipped with jibs, which makes it very handy to lift and handle transformers. However, not all jibs are the same and the user should evaluate the type of work when choosing the equipment for the job.

Knowing Your Jib | Best Practices When Handling Transformers

Best Practices When Handling Transformers with Your Bucket Truck, Part 1: Knowing Your Jib

When it comes to lifting transformers, bucket trucks equipped with jibs are one of the handiest tools available to line workers. However, not all jibs are the same and the user should evaluate the type of work when choosing the equipment for the job...

Terex Utilities Safety Minute

Safety Minute: 5 Tips for Safe and Productive Drilling with Your Digger Derrick

To stay safe and perform the job efficiently, utility crews make many important decisions when performing drilling operations. Here are 5 tips to follow for safe and productive drilling with your digger derrick.

Terex Utilities Stand Alone Core Barrel | Terex Digger Derrick

Choosing the Right Auger Tooling for Your Digger Derrick

To get the best performance out of your digger derrick, it is important to choose the right auger tooling for the job. Tools are interchangeable between different OEMs, but that doesn’t mean that all tools are created equal. Terex is the only...

Terex Field Service Technicians

Three Important Tips on Conducting Your Own Annual Inspections on Bucket Trucks and Digger Derricks

While conducting your own annual inspections may seem the most affordable option, be sure to consider whether your technicians have the expertise required for the specific equipment. The same is true if you choose to outsource the inspection. If you are hiring someone else to do the inspection for you.....

Performing Annual Truck Inspections

Commonly Overlooked Annual Inspection Items on Bucket Trucks and Digger Derricks

Owners of bucket trucks and digger derricks are responsible for ensuring their equipment is inspected annually. The following are some of the most frequently overlooked inspection items.

Terex Utilities Safety Minute

Safety Minute: Setting Up Bucket Trucks and Digger Derricks in Slick Conditions

Wintertime brings bitter cold and snowy weather. Here are a few tips on what to do to enhance your safe work practices when setting up in slick conditions.

Terex TL48 Inspections

Terex Brings You Utility Pros – by Utility Industry Experts

Terex Utilities introduces Utility Pros – a way of connecting you with utility industry experts on the use and maintenance of bucket trucks and digger derricks.

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