The judging is done and 13 finalists have been announced for the 2022 Top Tools of the Trade competition hosted by Utility Products and T&D World magazines.
The judging is done and 13 finalists have been announced for the 2022 Top Tools of the Trade competition hosted by Utility Products and T&D World magazines.
The equipment and technologies featured in this list range from both innovative and simple to very cutting-edge. But all are touted for keeping lineworkers and other utility field workers safe and productive on the job.
So which is the best? There’s where you come in . Please use this link (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/P3DMHQZ) to vote online for the best, most innovative utility product from the list below.
Voting will also take place at the International Lineman’s Rodeo Oct. 12-15. The top three vote-getters among the list of finalists will be honored at the rodeo as Gold, Silver and Bronze winners.
Want some tips on making your decision? Keep the following in mind as you peruse the equipment:
Look over the product’s features and benefits. Does it seem to be easy to use, wear or operate?
Consider the need for the product in the electric utility marketplace. How can it help linemen and other field workers to stay safe or improve productivity?
Review the product specifications. Does the product seem to be of the appropriate size and weight for its function?
John Dobberstein is a senior editor at Endeavor Business Media's Energy Group. His primary responsibility is planning and producing content for Utility Products and he also serves as a contributor to T&D World.
