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  • Mitigation of Birds and Power Lines

    BIRD COLLISIONS WITH POWER LINES

    Millions of bird species in the US are injured and killed every year due to collisions with Power Lines. According to one research paper published by The National Center for Biotechnology Information:

    8-57M

    BIRD DEATHS
    EACH YEAR

    “Between 12 and 64 million birds are killed each year at U.S. power lines, with between 8 and 57 million birds killed by collision”

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    Bird Flight Diverters

    For mitigation of Bird Wire strikes. This has been and continues to be a critical issue from an environmental stand point with many endangered species colliding with both Distribution and Transmission Utility Lines. This also creates problems for the Utilities and their customers with resulting outages and damage to infrastructure. The Balmoral Bird Diverters have been designed in collaboration with a leading Professor of Avian Sciences and industry experts. Built with a unique Black and White design which has been carefully selected to provide the highest visual impact on birds. The inclusion of black and white elements provides a superior level of internal contrast irrespective of background conditions and light. The three dimensional nature of the product is also unique, allowing birds to visualise the product in full from any approach angle. The custom white colour reflects both sun and moon light and imitates the native signaling present in the plumage of some bird species.

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    CONTACT WITH POWER LINES AROUND BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION SITES

    Construction and building sites routinely approach or encroach critical safety clearances around Power Lines. Cranes, Dump Trucks, Scaffolding, Ladders and Personnel are all at risk of contact:

    ~82

    FATALITIES
    EACH YEAR

    “Eighty-two construction workers died from electrocution in 2015, a number the Center for Construction Research and Training – also known as CPWR – calls unacceptably high”

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    Power Line Markers for the Building & Construction Industry (ROTAMARKA™) “URBAN MARKERS”

    Building and construction sites the world over face safety risks every day. One of these is the proximity of live overhead Power Lines and Wires which pose a risk to Earth Moving equipment, Cranes and other plant which may breach clearances and come into contact with live wires. This has the potential to cause injury or even death. The cause is usually related to the overhead Powerlines not being seen by the operators of the plant and equipment. The Balmoral Markers have been specifically designed to maximise their visual impact by rotating multi coloured fins in three dimensions. When installed on Utility overhead wires, they assist operators locate and plan to avoid any potential contact between the Powerlines and plant.

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    LOW FLYING AIRCRAFT COLLISIONS WITH POWER LINES

    Power Lines skirt or cross agricultural land and can be almost invisible to pilots. According to WMC Action News 5:

    6

    FATALITIES
    EACH YEAR

    “6 fatal crop duster crashes happened in Arkansas alone since 2013”

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    Power Line Markers for Low Flying Aircraft (ROTAMARKA™)

    In the Agricultural industry, low flying aircraft and farm plant can collide with hard to see poles and wires. Aerial Agricultural activities routinely increase the risk of these scenarios occurring. Crops Duster pilots often must navigate fields where power lines cross or border. These power lines are integral to the electrical supply of the farm, but due to their hard to see nature, pose a real threat to pilots. The Balmoral Warning Marker range are purpose built and designed to provide an engineered outcome for both temporary and long term visualisation of power lines. The three dimensional articulated design is Patent Pending and rotates and agitates in even low wind conditions to provide a superior visual indicator from all angles of approach. Contrasting colours increase the visual impact. The clamp is universal and fits conductors of diameter 2-50mm. Soft jaws increase grip to stop cable creep. High quality reflectors increase the visual impact. Available in both Bayonet and Eye Ring fittings to work with standard live line tools. Can be installed from the ground with Telescopic Hot Sticks.

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    MINING EQUIPMENT COLLISIONS WITH POWER LINES

    In a report compiled by the Queensland Government, in a localised area of mining activity within the state there was:

    6

    INCIDENTS
    In A 12 MONTH PERIOD

    "Six reported incidents over the last twelve months that have involved Mine mobile equipment contacting energised overhead power line infrastructure" Mines safety bulletin no. 95

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    Power Line Markers for the Mining Industry (ROTAMARKA™)

    With onsite high voltage power and electrical infrastructure, risk of contact between plant and machinery and power lines is a constant threat. With overhead lines and wires notoriously difficult to visualise and mining activities occurring throughout the night and day, the Balmoral Markers can provide part of the preventative strategy companies can take to reduce or stop dangerous and costly incidents. The key aspect of the Balmoral Line Marker is the ability to rotate in the wind providing an element of movement. This creates a dynamic warning that is efficient in a range of lighting conditions. Mining electrical infrastructure can be set at a range of voltages required to drive plant and equipment on-site. These voltage are typically high in order to sufficiently power large machinery. This makes the potential risk even higher, since greater voltages means increased chance of the electricity finding an unplanned earth or ground.

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ROTAMARKA™ Power Line Markers
Make Difficult To See Power Lines Highly Visible

Have undergone a battery of tests at leading Universities & independent laboratories

Years of field testing and used by major utilities & asset owners throughout the world

Certified as visible from over 4400 feet or 1.3km. FAA requires visibility from 4000 feet and AS 3891 requires visibility from 1km.

Unique combination of 3D shape, contrasting colours and rotating design creates class leading high impact visualisation of Power Lines

Increased spacing over similar products on the market reduces installation cost and total cost of ownership

Flexible installation options including from the ground with telescopic hot stick, from bucket truck with shotgun stick, from helicopter or drone

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Bird Diverters
Prevents Birds From Colliding With Power Lines

Duration tested to 114mph wind speeds

Most durable dynamic bird flight diverter in the market

Flame retardant, photoluminescent flapper for low light visibility

Drone installable

Installable with industry standard hot sticks

Stronger spring prevents migration on power line. Lab based slip tests prove better performance than alternate products on the market.

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Class 2 Polyethylene Line Guards
Make Power Lines Visible
And Provide A Barrier Against Brush Contact

Dual layer safety feature (Lion Tails™ black on inside, yellow on outside), (Panther Tails™ yellow on inside, black on outside)

Tiger Tails™ unique yellow/black striped safety feature

Snap fit, male to female connections

ASTM F712 does not mandate periodic electrical re-testing. Certified to Class 2 15KV

Excellent UV resistance, extremely durable, proven in the field by utilities for decades

Lighter weight than rubber line hose, easy to handle

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ActivArmr® Rubber Insulating Gloves
Make A Safer, Smarter & A Better Feeling Glove

Glove shape and texture designed for the highest levels of ergonomics and comfort

HV Gloves have dual layer safety feature (yellow inner, black outer) as specified by many Utility companies around the world

Manufactured without the use of solvents and hazardous chemicals utilising a proprietary aqueous dipping process

Manufactured in ISO 9001 and 14001 facility

Certified to EN/IEC 60903 and also available in ASTM D120

Options include acid, ozone and low temperature resistance

Available in a range of sizes, including half sizes

Available in a range of cuff styles including straight, bell and contour

They come in the complete range of classes, from class 00 through to class 4

Outer Protector Gloves custom designed to perfectly complement the Marigold Rubber Glove

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Rescue Kits Help Linesman & Electrical Contractors
Stay Safe & Meet Their Compliance Requirements

Pole top kits and components

Low voltage rescue kits and components

Latest comfort style linesman safety harnesses/belts from leading brands

Customised kits and accessories to meet local and national industry standards

Unsurpassed track record as industry standard product for quality and safety

Quality manufacturers and brands

Friction descenders and lowering devices

Rescue bags, boxes and pouches

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Rubber Insulating Mats & Covers
Easy To Use, Safe & Compliant With Industry Rules & Regulations

Different material grade options from PVC to EPDM rubber

Dual layer safety feature (Grey or blue on inside, yellow outer)

Different fastening options include pressed in insulated magnets, buttons, Velcro and press studs

Light weight and robust

AS 4202 and AS 2978 certified for 650V applications, IEC 61111 full range of Classes including Class 0, Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Class 4

Insulating Mat Kit for Poles

Unsurpassed track record as industry standard product for quality and safety

Available in a complete range of sizes, customer cut-outs and shapes for a large range of Utility overhead and underground applications

Excellent UV resistance

Substation kits, Pillar box and underground joint protections during temporary works

Different size and length options available

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Bird Diverters & Markers

ROTAMARKA™ Powerline Markers provide an outstanding three dimensional visual warning for; low flying aircraft, mining, as well as plant and construction equipment. This helps protect the Power Line assets from damage while avoiding injury or death to the people involved. BIRDFLAPPAs are durable yet low cost bird flight diverters which can protect assets and save birds from colliding with power lines. FLAGMARKAs are simple yet effective flags that clip onto power lines around construction sites to worn operators working nearby. BIRDBLOCKA are bird safe spikes which prevent birds from gaining access to overhead conductors and wires. POLEMARKAs wrap around poles to make them highly visible in farm and agricultural settings to assist in preventing plant and machinery from collisions with the poles.

Wildlife Protection & Bird Diverters

The Balmoral™ range of Wildlife Protection helps prevent power outages and protects wildlife from overhead power lines

Line Guards

Our Polyethylene Line Guards are used by Utilities and Electrical Contractors and are designed to provide temporary or permanent coverage of live overhead conductors for a variety of purposes.

Gloves & Sleeves

Our electrically rated Rubber Insulating Gloves and Sleeves are depended upon by Utility companies and Lineman throughout the world
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