Lineman Inventions
At Utility Solutions, we’re dedicated to serving Linemen. Our passion lies in providing assistance when challenges arise in the field and transforming your suggestions into tangible solutions. Below are a few examples of products born from Lineman ingenuity.
- Jack Jumper® Cutout Bypass Tool – Not being satisfied with the industry standard method of removing a fuse tube and cutting power, “Jack” thought outside the box. His ingenious and extremely simple design was refined by our engineers and has changed the way utilities perform refusing operations.
- Grab-It™ Cutout Fuse Tube Remover – There is one operation that is a pain for linemen. . . sometimes literally. Removing a fuse tube using a ground operated telescopic stick can be difficult, dangerous and frustrating in the best weather conditions; not to mention in the dark or when the wind picks up. The Grab-It™ solves those problems and was invented by a lineman!
- Jumper-Aid™ – This inventor solved the problem that most linemen have experienced when trying to hang a jumper that is wrapped in a blanket. The unique scissor action is genius and safely secures jumpers in all kinds of situations.
- Strip-N-Coil™ – If you have ever tried stripping insulation and then wrestling with the concentric neutrals on a heavy gauge underground cable, then you will understand the benefits of this tool. Strip and then easily twist the neutrals on this drill accessory.
- Rex Clamp™ – A lineman’s approach to controlling loose conductor ends while using a strap hoist on overhead conductors. The Rex Clamp provides positive control between the conductor and strap, eliminating the need for tape and creating a safer work environment.
- Longhorn – The Longhorn Probe delivers precision and control for linemen working on overhead distribution systems. This inventor solved a problem when running up a long stick – wasted energy running it up twice! This probe can handle the new fuse on one side, while the other side opens the old fuse and removes it. Swap over the new fuse, close it in, and safely bring down the old fuse – in one movement.
- KLONDIKE CLAMP® – Need a blanket around a pole? Got your hands full already? Wish you had a giant set of sturdy, non-conductive clamps? That’s what the inventor thought before coming up with the Klondike Clamp. Now available in two sizes; the larger one has additional holes on the open end for securing blankets on the biggest of poles.
- Tail Tamer™ – Temporary Conductor Clamp – Kevin is a lineman from Ohio and solved the problem of trying to hold two conductors together by yourself. Offers a safe and quick method of holding back the loose tail when re-stringing.
- Quick Grab Probe – Not just another hot stick accessory. Jack and his German Shepherd Clyde are from Georgia and invented this probe to locate the pull ring, which can be the hardest part of opening a fuse door.
- URD Cap Stand™ – Patrick has been a lineman for 15 years and is currently a crew leader for a large utility. He is a Journeyman lineman and lives in Mount Pleasant, SC with his wife and 3 children. “I kept hearing guys complaining about insulated caps getting dirty. I wanted to provide a safer work environment by keeping the caps clean, so I found a solution.”
- Sky Hook – The Sky Hook is a lineman-invented innovation designed for safe, efficient transport of tools up and down a handline. Built for everyday reliability in bucket truck and overhead distribution work, the Sky Hook integrates seamlessly into existing handline sets and provides multiple mounting points to secure tool bags, blocks, and hardware with ease.
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