Utility Fleet Professional Magazine

10/07/2025

We will be there as well as our other publication Incident Prevention Magazine, make sure to stop by!

We know you’ve been counting down the seconds along with us, but just in case 😏 … here’s the official information for Expo next week!
We’ll see you in Louisville 😁
There’s LESS THAN ONE WEEK left to register for what is going to be THE LARGEST UTILITY EXPO EVER – and save 20% on admission with code SOCIAL20 at checkout! https://bit.ly/41l0yWL

📅 October 7-9
📍 Louisville, Kentucky, USA

10/07/2025

Utility Fleet Professional Attends Grand Opening of Palfinger’s New North American Parts Distribution Center

HUNTLEY, IL – To better serve its growing North American market, Palfinger officially opened its new, state-of-the-art Parts Distribution Center. The grand opening event was attended by key industry figures, including Kurt Moreland, Associate Publisher for Utility Fleet Professional Magazine.

The impressive 177,000-square-foot facility represents a significant investment in service and logistics, designed to decrease equipment downtime and increase the speed of parts delivery for customers across the continent. With advanced robotics and the capacity to manage over 60,000 unique parts, the center underscores PALFINGER’s commitment to the region.

For more information on PALFINGER’s innovative solutions and their new facility, visit the official Palfinger website.

08/05/2025

Free Webinar: How ALBAT Integrated Simulation-Based Training to Bridge Skill Gaps with Operators

Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gUQh7pFM
Struggling with skill gaps on your team? You’re not alone.

Join us for a free webinar featuring Daniel Cooper, CUSP, Area Coordinator at ALBAT and 2024 International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Instructor of the Year, and Gary James, a 25-year heavy equipment expert from CM Labs Simulations. Learn how simulation-based training is transforming workforce development and helping organizations like ALBAT better prepare their operators for the field.

✅ Real-world training insights
✅ Proven strategies to upskill your team
✅ Attendance worth 1 contact hour for certification maintenance
✅ Live Q&A with the experts

Don’t miss it – reserve your spot now!
👉 Register for the free webinar

07/21/2025

Utility Fleet Professional was on site at The Electric Utility Fleet Managers Conference with Kurt Moreland to cover this outstanding event!

We love being a part of each year—connecting with the industry’s top fleet professionals, discovering the latest innovations, and capturing the moments that make this event so special.

Here are a few photos from our time at the conference. Can’t wait to see everyone again next year!

07/17/2025

Free Webinar: How ALBAT Integrated Simulation-Based Training to Bridge Skill Gaps with Operators

Register Here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1817302950465/WN_WMvkJB8VRp2KGNAM_fXEUA

Struggling with skill gaps on your team? You’re not alone.

Join us for a free webinar featuring Daniel Cooper, CUSP, Area Coordinator at ALBAT and 2024 International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Instructor of the Year, and Gary James, a 25-year heavy equipment expert from CM Labs Simulations. Learn how simulation-based training is transforming workforce development and helping organizations like ALBAT better prepare their operators for the field.

✅ Real-world training insights
✅ Proven strategies to upskill your team
✅ Attendance worth 1 contact hour for certification maintenance
✅ Live Q&A with the experts

Don’t miss it – reserve your spot now!
👉 Register for the free webinar

05/27/2025

In this special edition of Under the UFP Hood, Kurt Moreland of Utility Fleet Professional sits down with Brianne Somers, Show Director of The Utility Expo, live from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers headquarters in Milwaukee. Bree shares exclusive insights about the upcoming 2025 Utility....

05/25/2025

Memorial Day: Remembering & Honoring

Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage and commitment to protecting our freedom will never be forgotten.

At Utility Fleet Professional, we understand that safety and service are values deeply rooted in both military and utility work. As we remember our fallen heroes, we also recognize those in our industry who dedicate themselves to protecting lives every day.

Let this day serve as a reminder to live and work with integrity, courage, and gratitude.

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05/25/2025

In this special edition of Under the UFP Hood, host Kurt Moreland, Associate Publisher of Utility Fleet Professional, sits down with Ashley Matyas of Royal T...

05/13/2025

New with Kurt Moreland & Brianne Somers!

Listen Here: https://utilityfleetprofessional.podbean.com/e/under-the-ufp-hood-digging-deeper-brianne-somers-on-the-evolution-of-utility-expo/

In this special edition of Under the UFP Hood, Kurt Moreland of Utility Fleet Professional sits down with Brianne Somers, Show Director of The Utility Expo, live from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) headquarters in Milwaukee. Bree shares exclusive insights about the upcoming 2025 The Utility Expo in Louisville, including what’s new, how the show has grown, and why it remains the top event for utility professionals. From 100-foot aerial lifts to the legendary digging zone, Bree talks about what makes this demo-focused show unlike any other. Tune in for practical tips, behind-the-scenes stories—including her surprise engagement at a past show—and why registering early is key for attendees.

In this special edition of Under the UFP Hood, Kurt Moreland of Utility Fleet Professional sits down with Brianne Somers, Show Director of The Utility Expo, live from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers headquarters in Milwaukee. Bree shares exclusive insights about the upcoming 2025 Utility....

04/18/2025

Honoring Those Who Keep the Grid and the Team Strong

Today we recognize the who go beyond the bucket—driving safety, reliability, and performance across the fleet and the field. Their commitment to excellence keeps utility operations moving forward, no matter the challenge.

At Utility Fleet Professional, we proudly salute these essential professionals for their grit, skill, and dedication to the mission.

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04/14/2025

Utility Fleet Professional's editor in chief Sean M. Lyden got the pleasure of stopping by the Samlex America Inc.'s booth and talking with Jason Eckert about some innovative solutions!

04/14/2025

UFP Magazine was on site with Vanair at the NTEA - The Work Truck Association!