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Most people don't think about the electrical grid until something interrupts it. A storm knocks out power, a transformer fails, or a period of extreme weather puts electrical...
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Wildlife Guards
A squirrel doesn’t know what’s energized. To wildlife, electrical infrastructure can look like any other place to climb, perch, nest, or seek shelter. Transformers, substations, poles, and other...
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America's energy landscape is changing. Solar, wind, hydropower, energy storage, and other resources are contributing to an increasingly diverse mix of electricity generation. At the same time, electricity...
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At CMI, safety isn't a single meeting, a checklist, or a once-a-year reminder. It's part of how we work every day. That's why each year we take time...
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Every summer, utilities across the country prepare for one of the most demanding times of the year. As temperatures climb, so does electricity use. Air conditioners run longer,...
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Each year, hurricane season brings increased challenges for utilities, municipalities, and electrical infrastructure providers across the Gulf Coast, Southeast, and Atlantic regions. While storms are inevitable, widespread outages...
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As temperatures rise, so does the demand on the electrical grid. Air conditioning systems run longer, equipment operates under increased load, and weather patterns become more unpredictable. While...
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As spring arrives, so does an increase in wildlife activity across the country. Birds begin nesting, small animals become more active, and natural habitats intersect more frequently with...
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As winter winds down and planning for spring projects ramps up, many engineering and utility teams begin reviewing and updating specification guides for upcoming work. Spring serves as...
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