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Friday Nov 22, 2024
Friday Nov 22, 2024
The narrated version of the final article of the 2024 T&D World Lineworker Supplement, "Problem Solvers," showcases former and current lineworkers and their inventions for the line trade. Part 1 highlights Robert Seekell, who holds seven U.S. patents for his products; James Coleman, owner of Pinnacle Power Services, who partners with his lineworkers on inventions through his design firm, Meta Design Manufacturing; and a journeyman lineworker and inventor of the Hook Holster.
In the near future, look for Part 2, which will feature Bruce Thompson, a retired SCE foreman and owner of Effective Safety Products, who created the StepUp to improve work positioning on poles; and Tim Barat, a lineworker turned inventor and CEO who is helping utilities to monitor their systems for faults and wildfires through his company, Gridware. You can also listen to interview-style episodes featuring Bruce and Tim at linelife.podbean.com or read the full article on the T&D World website.