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News•by Staff•August 27, 2018

Versalift Continues Southeast Expansion

The aerial equipment manufacturer acquired another company for its wholly owned distributor to expand its reach in the Southeast U.S.

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News•by Staff•August 21, 2018

Southern Company Gas Adds Fleet to Executive's Role

Atlanta-based utility Southern Company Gas has expanded the role of Jeff Peoples to include supervision of the company's vehicle fleet. Peoples has been named executive vice president and chief administrative officer, the company announced.

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News•by Staff•August 13, 2018

Tenn. Utility, Residents Clash Over Tree Trimming

The City of Alcoa used helicopters to trim trees along its power lines. Residents argue that this is not safe, and leaves excessive debris.

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News•by Staff•August 13, 2018

DICA Celebrates 30 Years

DICA started in 1988, after founder Dick Koberg was asked by a utility fleet manager to build an outrigger pad more durable than plywood pads.

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News•by Staff•August 8, 2018

Versalift Establishes Southeast Distributor

Versalift Southeast is a new company-owned distributor of its aerial lifts, digger derricks, and other high-reach equipment.

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News•by Staff•July 31, 2018

Altec Recalls Aerial Devices and Service Bodies

Several 2016 and 2017 aerial device and service body vehicles are being recalled due to equipment and electrical system failures.

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News•by Staff•July 30, 2018

Versalift Expands Global Reach with Partnership in China

Versalift is now a supplier of truck-mounted aerial platforms for the organization responsible for the maintaining China’s electric power utility network.

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News•by Staff•July 30, 2018

JLG Offers Positive Air Shut Off System

The optional system reduces the risk of potential engine damage by blocking the engine air intake system, cutting off the uncontrolled external fuel source and the air required to keep the engine running.

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News•by Staff•July 26, 2018

PG&E Adds Heavy-Lift Helicopters

Although the helicopters will be used to support utility work, they will also be available for first responder use in the event of a wildfire.

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News•by Staff•July 16, 2018

Utilities Adopt Drones Worldwide

Two major utilities in Europe are testing long-distance drones, the latest news in an ongoing trend as utilities across the world continue to adopt drones.

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