Pike Corporation (Pike) is undertaking a significant transmission line installation project that runs from Dade City to Auburndale, Florida. This project involves the construction of new overhead transmission lines, which are crucial for enhancing the reliability and capacity of the electrical grid in the region. Part of the Polk County Reliability Enhancement Project, the new line will extend from the Osprey Energy Center approximately 26 miles northwest to the existing Kathleen Substation ... Read more
Rocky Mountain Contractors (RMC), a subsidiary of Everus, recently completed a significant DOT reroute project in Montana. This project involved rerouting transmission and distribution lines in Bllings, as part of their broader efforts in electrical infrastructure, which includes transmission, distribution, and substation facilities. The rerouting of these transmission and distribution lines involved several phases, including planning, removal of old lines, installation of new lines, and fi ... Read more
In 2024, Irby Construction Company (Irby) undertook a significant transmission pole replacement project in Fort Pierce, FL. Irby is well-known for its expertise in transmission line construction, handling projects of various configurations, voltages, and terrains. Replacing approximately 150 poles, this extensive effort was part of their ongoing commitment to upgrading and maintaining the reliability of the power infrastructure in the area. The transmission pole replacement project took approx ... Read more
ICE® Green Machines for Green Energy
Editor: Allison Braswell
One of the fastest ways to distribute renewable energy is to expand electricity transmission, also known as power lines. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law calls for thousands of miles of new transmission lines to move electricity created by renewable energy sources. Global demand for electricity surged by 6% in 2021, propelled by economic recovery following the COVID-19 pandemic. With this, U.S. residents have seen a rise ... Read more
Foundations Keeping the Lights on in Ohio
Editor: Debbie Reaney
A substantial portion of Interstate 75 near Dayton, OH has been undergoing major improvements to meet new and improved safety standards. The construction of new roadways and overpasses has created a need for changes to surrounding overhead power lines. Sufficient ground clearance between power lines and the highway is necessary to allow the tallest vehicles to pass without danger. If these lines were ... Read more
