2018 T&D World Top Tools of the Trade Finalists: Help Us Vote For the Winner Survey

BREAK-SAFE by Utility Solutions: This portable switch for overhead distribution lines works in conjunction with a mechanical jumper. Load Break and Pick-up operations are done using an insulated fiberglass hot stick in order to keep linemen at a safe distance. The BREAK-SAFE is rated at 300 A.

Jack Jumper Cutout Bypass Tool by Utility Solutions: permits a safe and quick method to bypass an overhead cutout or an underground dip. It connects to a hot stick and is suitable for fuse coordination tasks. This tool saves time and money, eliminates risk of service interruption and prevents accidental cross phasing.

Blue Stripe Take-Apart Hot Stick: uses patent-pending interlocking channels that align with Utility Solutions' BLUE STRIPE feature creating strong joints that come apart with a push of a button. The advanced composite construction with epoxy resin and unique non-woven fiberglass creates a smooth, durable surface that resists water absorption.

The Milwaukee M18 LED Utility Bucket Light: is designed to attach to utility buckets and features dual-rotating heads that provide 2,500 lumens of TRUEVIEW™ High Definition light. Whether clamped on the side or in the corner, its small footprint allows more room for other tools in the bucket and added maneuverability.

Lac-Mac GORE-TEX PYRAD Outerwear: provides the highest arc safety protection (up to 47 cals/cm2) in the lightest, most breathable, most durable, 100% waterproof and windproof flame retardant garments available today.

Speed Systems Model 2900-LS: is a Stick-Operable Aerial Tree Wire/Spacer Cable Stripper that performs both end strip and mid-span strips on 5 kV, 15 kV, 25 kV and 35 kV Aerial Tree Wire and Spacer Cable, with no bushings required.

Speed Systems TAT/SAT Combination Tool: is a drill-operated, ergonomic tool that combines the features of the SAT Splice Assembly Tool and the TAT T-Body/Cable Adapter Tool for installing molded rubber splices, T-Bodies and cable adapters.

M18 FORCE LOGIC Underground Cable Cutter by Milwaukee Tool: allows users to cut up to 1500MCM CU 15KV. It pairs with a wireless remote which allows linemen to distance themselves further from the cut, delivering a smarter and safer way to remote cut.

Lineman's Hawkbill Knife by Milwaukee Tool: has a stainless steel blade that is optimized to stay sharper longer. This knife is ideal for stripping cable. Equipped with the new STICKWORK 3 in 1 Ring, it is compatible with shotgun and universal style hot sticks while also easily hanging for storage.

B540ND by Cembre: is the first of a new generation of handheld cordless tools with a "Bilinear" mechanical structure. Equipped with 18 V 2AH batteries and jaws that rotate 180 deg, the tool can use smart technology to view and download operational data.

2018 T&D World Top Tools of the Trade Finalists: Help Us Vote For the Winner

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* 1. These products are the top 10 finalists in the 2018 Tools of the Trade competition. Please select your favorite as the winner of this year's contest.

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* 2. Thank you for voting! We are giving official 2018 Lineman's Rodeo merchandise to one lucky winner. Please supply your contact information if you want to be entered in this random drawing.