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By Raul E. Perez Jr., Safety Manager, ACRT Pacific Mental health and wellness are topics that resonate deeply with many people, especially those who have faced personal struggles throughout their careers. One message I revisit often is: “If you don’t …
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By Michael Marefka, restoration ecologist and vegetation services operations manager, EnviroScience Utility corridors, the cleared strips of land cast beneath power lines like well-manicured shadows, are a ubiquitous feature of our landscape. Transmission towers run through the outskirts of major …
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Feb. 21, 2025 – Stow, Ohio – ACRT Services announced this week that Michael Weidner, Chief Executive Officer, has retired, effective Feb. 18, 2025. The Board of Directors has appointed Brad Schroeder, currently serving as Chief Financial Officer, as the …
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In the utility sector, ensuring the continuous delivery of electricity is paramount. A critical component of this reliability is effective utility vegetation management (UVM), which involves maintaining vegetation near power lines and infrastructure to prevent outages and hazards. During storms …
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Steve Skelton, an ACRT consulting utility forester (CUF) based in Pennsylvania, was recently awarded the Air and Space Commendation Medal for heroism after saving the lives of two elderly women on Jan. 12, 2025. Skelton, who doubles as a U.S. …
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Wildland fire safety is an essential priority for organizations in the utility vegetation management (UVM) industry. The threat of wildland fires continues to rise, with the 2021 fire season exemplifying the critical need for effective safety plans and proactive measures. …
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In an era marked by increasing natural disasters, utility vegetation management (UVM) is at the forefront of protecting lives, property, and infrastructure. Emergencies like wildfires, hurricanes, and ice storms have underscored the importance of proactive planning, timely response, and community …
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Properly identifying tree species is more than an essential skill for those in the green industry — it’s the bedrock of safety, efficiency, and professionalism in utility vegetation management (UVM). From ensuring customer trust to improving hazard mitigation and operational …
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As climate-driven natural disasters increase in frequency and intensity, utility disruptions have become a growing concern for economies worldwide. Beyond the immediate inconvenience, power outages caused by hurricanes, wildfires, floods, and other extreme weather events impose significant economic costs. These …
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