Spring is here and with it wet and muddy conditions are creating one of the greatest times of need for ground protection mats. Whether it’s being able to start a job earlier than anticipated or just keeping work going, reliable ground protection mats by AlturnaMATS can help you overcome spring time conditions and put … Read More »
Mike Larson at Crane Hotline put together an excellent article in regards to outrigger pads receiving increasing support from crane industry organizations. We’re thankful to have been a contributor along with Bill Steiner of Bigfoot Construction Equipment Inc., Bob Lifton of Lifton’s Inc. and Scott Reeve of Composite Advantage. Look for it in the March issue of … Read More »
“We have been a customer of DICA for many years – availability and shipping are great. The real plus for Crane Service, Inc. is the ability to perform as a durable crane mat for various ground conditions.” Fred Hamby Crane Service Inc.
This video posted by Incident-Prevention is a good reminder of the risks utility workers face every day for the power services supplied nationwide. If you’re interested in safety related topics for the utility industry such as best practices, regulatory issues and employee development, iP is a great organization with which to connect.
This video posted by our friends at the Liftleader Dispatch is a good reminder of the importance of preventing accidents before they start. It’s unlikely the crew in the video had time to use wheel chocks, but you can see the importance of chocking with a good product like Checkers Urethane Wheel Chocks should you have issues … Read More »
Our good friends at Crane Service, Inc. in Albuquerque, NM recently took delivery of an impressive new Link-Belt HTC-86100. This revolutionary new crane has been undergoing its standard PDI (post delivery inspection) and will be getting to work soon. We’re honored that Crane Service Inc. has chosen to use our Safety Tech Outrigger Pads for the safe … Read More »
Dick and Kerry recently enjoyed a visit to speciality brewer Boulevard Brewing Company of Kansas City, Mo. following DICA setup at the 2012 International Lineman’s Rodeo. Unfortunately, they didn’t have time to take the brewery tour (a must do) but, Kerry and Dick were able to enjoy the tasting room. Their bartender Mick, quickly became a … Read More »
DICA spent time at the 2012 Lineman’s Rodeo, held in Bonner Springs, Kansas October 11-13, 2012. The Rodeo is an annual gathering of the best lineman from around the world who gather to compete in events based on traditional lineman tasks and skills. We were hosted by our good friend Martin Putnam, who showed both Kerry and … Read More »
Tragically, Matt Karstetter, a lineman from Bonneville Power Association in Washington fell to his death September 20th while working on a 100 ft. steel tower. As his obituary in the Yakima Herald states, he was a genuine hero: “Just a few days before Matt’s death he was lowered to the wires by helicopter to rescue … Read More »
DICA recently attended the 2012 Mega Expo to talk with customers about how Safety Tech Outrigger Pads and the FIT Safety System help Make Your Setup Safe. To learn more about our mission to help Make Your Setup Safe, contact us today at 800.610.3422 or use the live chat feature.
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