BuckRigger Inspection Notice
Buckingham Mfg. Co. has been notified by a contract supplier, that the button assembly on a limited number of Buckingham PN 5007R1and PN 5007R2 BuckRigger™ 1.5 blocks may not be secure. If the button comes out the side plate can open, allowing the rope to fall out which can result in serious injury or death. It was discovered that a small number of pulleys may not have had adequate thread locker or sealant, allowing the set screw to back out. Under normal circumstances, either the thread lock or sealant is adequate to secure the button and prevent this issue.
Inside Towers - Buckingham Stays Focused on Tower Climber Needs
Tower safety is not a theoretical concept to be figured out in a boardroom at Buckingham Manufacturing. Product development is initiated on-site, using workers on the job. For that reason, for 126 years, Buckingham has been a trusted safety equipment manufacturer for linemen, arborists, and telecom professionals.
EXTREME WEATHER GEAR – FOR CLASSES HELD IN EXTREME TEMPERATURES
Linemen, tower workers, riggers, technicians, and rescue professionals are a hearty group and our instructors are no exception. As those working in the field know, weather conditions can and do change drastically, especially here in Colorado! While the clothing and equipment required to stay safe and comfortable varies, there are several things to remember on those frigid days!
Buckingham Manufacturing to Become NECA Premier Partner
The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) has entered into a three-year agreement with Buckingham Manufacturing Co. Inc., a leading manufacturer of safety and fall-protection equipment among other products, to join NECA’s Premier Partner Program, effective January 1, 2021. This industry-leading program connects NECA members to the leading companies in the electrical construction industry.
Buckingham's Climber Buying Guide
Buckingham has manufactured climbers for the wood pole and tree care worker since 1896 right here in the USA. Throughout our history we have perfected the climbing spur by doing rigorous R&D, testing, and using the best possible materials available. We offer the highest quality and largest selection of steel, aluminum and titanium climbers and gaffs on the market, including a plethora of accessory options. Here is a guide that will help you find your next climber.
IBEW Appreciation
There’s National Lineman Appreciation Day and National Lineworker Appreciation day, which of course we observe in honor of all the men and women in then industry. It is a time to express our utmost appreciation to the great men and women that work so hard for us every day...Powerline Podcast - Episode #39 with Andy Batty - Owner and President of Buckingham Manufacturing
Recently, Owner and President of Buckingham Manufacturing, Andy Batty, joined Ryan Lucas and the Powerline Podcast. In the episode, Andy explained his personal history as well as the long history of Buckingham Manufacturing, dating all the way back to 1896. Give it a listen on any of your favorite podcast channels or check it out on the Powerline Podcast website here.
How to Clean, Disinfect, and Maintain Your Fall Protection
During times like this, we wanted to share a really good piece of information from our preferred training partner, Safety One International. They walk you through everything you need to know when it comes to cleaning and disinfecting your fall protection.
BUCKINGHAM’S HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE – PRODUCTS UNDER $100!
WITH THE HOLIDAY SEASON IN FULL SWING, WE PUT TOGETHER A LIST OF OUR TOP 10 PRODUCTS UNDER $100 FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO MAY BE FINISHING UP SOME GIFTS!
2019 ILR exhibitors product winners
Thank you for exhibiting at the 2019 International LIneman's Rodeo and for entering your product(s) in the 2019 T&D World Top Tools of the Trade competition. Buckingham's Adjustable Body Belt takes home 1st in the Climbing Gear category.
Duke Energy Recap of 2019 ILR
Check out the great video from Duke Energy highlighting their presence at the 2019 International Lineman’s Rodeo.
4-Steps of a Rescue
Whether you are performing a rescue off of a tower, wood pole, bucket truck, etc., Buckingham has 4 main principles and steps to a rescue....
Solving the Challenges of Outfitting Female Arborists with PPE
As more and more women enter the field of arboriculture, the challenge of finding personal protective equipment(PPE) that fits has become a hot topic of converstaion....
Spectrum News: To Address Trade Worker Shortage, Linemen Institute Trains Talent
Preview Text: First couple lines of the story… Fresh off spring break, 21 students ran through drills on utility poles, on a plateau behind a row of stores off of Ulster Avenue in Saugerties. This is the second ever class to take the 15-week apprenticeship program offered by the Linemen's Institute of the Northeast (L.I.N.E.). Read More: Internal link to full story
Buckingham Manufacturing & RECON Dynamics collaborate on first-of-its-kind OEM Proximity Lanyard
Known as two of the most innovative companies in the industry, Buckingham and RECON Dynamics recently collaborated to produce a product that had never been done before – an ANSI/ASTM lanyard with a proximity sensor embedded in the webbing – adding a new lanyard option for companies that outfit their bucket trucks with the RECON system. Read More: Internal link to full story.
INSPECTION NOTICE – BUCKGRAB ROPE LENGTH ADJUSTING DEVICE (LAD)
Inspection Notice for BuckGrab Rope Length Adjusting Device(LAD). LAD units covered by this notce are on product with a 'T' manufacturer;s code and manufacture date 10/17 or prior.
Ladder Fall Protection
At Buckingham Manufacturing, we have seen a steady increase in the need for ladder fall protection and ladder stabilization. While OSHA hasn’t mandated any specific systems to protect against fall at this point in time, we have created products to suit our customers’ need to stay safe while on ladders.
BUCKET TRUCK FALL PROTECTION
In 2014, OSHA changes required users in an aerial lift to use either a Fall Arrest or Fall Restraint system. Fall Arrest System must not allow worker to free fall more than six feet or contact a lower level. Fall Restraint System (ideal for Linemen working on power lines) must keep worker from falling any distance whatsoever.