The new Fork-Mounted Guard Arm from LineWise (a division of Diversified Products) helps prevent conductors from falling into right-of-way crossings. Designed to conveniently mount to the pallet forks on a telehandler, the Guard Arm provides a safety measure to securely catch falling lines.
Featuring a 1,200-pound capacity, the LineWise Guard Arm has a 12-foot-wide span from tip to tip with the ears installed, allowing it to accommodate a variety of distribution lines. When not in use, the ears can be stowed on the unit to maintain a more compact profile. The Guard Arm also includes a cross roller with bearings to facilitate movement if a conductor lands on it.
The Guard Arm can be installed or detached in approximately 30 seconds with no adapter needed. A rear locking pin, which meets OSHA requirements, securely holds the unit in place on the forks.
The Guard Arm weighs 607 pounds (275 kg) and can be used on all telehandlers with a capacity of 8,000 pounds (3,629 kg) or greater.
