I was reading through this article by Alejandro Lazo on how cost effective California’s power companies’ wildfire prevention efforts are. And so I thought it was worth exploring the relationship between fire prevention and damage prevention. Both initiatives involve addressing risks proactively to protect lives, infrastructure, and the environment. Here’s how these two concepts converge and what lessons utilities across …
Welcome to the 124th issue of Utility Alert. We love bringing you the latest news and views on damage prevention and the utility world. This week we’ve got a question for you: where do you get your news? National Underground Group sells Tri-State Utilities and Pipe Vision: READ The TinySurveyor Robot: WATCH Can Potholing damage utilities?: READ My 2025 Outlook …
Austin Bridge & Road (Texas, USA) created this impressive video showing how the TinySurveyor now is a critical and integral part of their pre-marking workflow. Watch the video to see how they have gone from a 3-person team taking 3 hours per mile to 1 robot taking just 20 minutes per mile, allowing the crew to add value on other …
I was reading through this article that Tony Millikin sent to me from PCL Construction on their Construction Outlook for 2025. So I thought I’d put together my thoughts on what our industry might look like next year and what we can do to change our trajectory. The challenges are mounting, the stakes are higher than ever, and the need …
Did you hear the news? We’ve been acquired by Urbint! That was definitely a highlight from last week, but here are a few more updates you might have missed: Urbint Acquires Competers Inc: READ What you need to consider before ground excavation during winter: READ Why we joined Urbint: READ After 70 years without a bill, ‘free gas’ under threat …
“At the SUE Association Meeting in Nashville, host Forrest Sim chats with Josh from Diversified Underground about the company’s work in utility locating and potholing across Colorado and surrounding states. Learn how this regional company stays ahead in an evolving industry by networking and keeping up with the latest trends in subsurface utility engineering. Diversified Underground exemplifies the importance of …
When my brother Greg and I took over Competers, our mission was clear: revolutionize damage prevention with technology. Over the years, we’ve built tools like Utilocate, a ticket management system that has become a trusted ally for utility locators, and UExcavate, which streamlines excavation workflows. We’ve always been driven by the belief that innovation in this field isn’t just about …
We’re thrilled to share that Competers has been acquired by Urbint, a leader in AI-powered solutions for infrastructure safety and resilience. Our customers can expect the same great service they always have, and more! Our CEO, SHANE HART, had this to say: “Teaming up with Urbint gives us a larger platform and advanced new technology that will help us make …
We’ve got some exciting news coming this week, but to tide you over here’s 10 of the biggest stories from the last week: Utility wants to bypass Tucson law keeping power lines underground. Now there’s a lawsuit: READ 5 things I’m thankful for this year!: READ The Future of Underground Mapping: READ Equipment Operators: READ Trench Emergencies and the First-Arriving …
The underground excavation industry offers an exciting and rewarding career path for those who thrive in dynamic, hands-on environments. As highlighted in the above video, becoming an equipment operator is more than just operating machinery – it’s about precision, safety, and contributing to critical infrastructure projects. From using advanced technology to excavate underground spaces to ensuring utilities remain undisturbed, equipment …