Damage Prevention
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Read the latest industry insights and practical advice from Bermex experts on utility metering news, damage prevention updates, leak detection information, operational challenges, and emerging technologies shaping the utility services landscape.
Damage Prevention
How Virtual Reality Is Strengthening Utility Locator Training
In damage prevention, strong training is about more than teaching someone how to operate a piece of equipment. It is about helping technicians understand what is happening beneath their feet, recognize challenging situations, and make the right decisions before those …
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Damage Prevention
The Fiber Buildout Is Here. Is Damage Prevention Keeping Pace?
By Tommy Combs, President, Bermex Across the country, communities are investing in high-speed broadband to meet growing demands for connectivity. Federal funding initiatives and private investment have accelerated fiber deployment at an unprecedented pace, bringing faster internet access to neighborhoods, …
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Damage Prevention
The Cost of Utility Damage
By Melvin “Johnny” Henson, Damage Prevention Specialist, Bermex When utility damage occurs, the immediate focus is often on the visible impact: a damaged line, a repair crew dispatched, or a construction project brought to a halt. But anyone involved in …
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Damage Prevention
Key Takeaways from the 2026 CGA Conference and Expo
The 2026 Common Ground Alliance (CGA) Conference & Expo reflected an industry in transition, not from uncertainty, but from acceleration. Conversations have moved beyond identifying challenges or exploring possibilities. Instead, this year’s education sessions centered on execution: applying technology, operationalizing …
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Employee Spotlight
Bermex Welcomes John Bowden and Michael Fields to the Team
Join Us in Welcoming John Bowden and Michael Fields These two new team members bring extensive industry experience and leadership to our operations. John Bowden joins Bermex as Operations Manager, Fleet & Projects. With more than 30 years of leadership … Read Blog
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Spring Is the Season to Check Around Your Meter
As winter fades and spring arrives, it’s a natural time to tidy up around the home by clearing debris, trimming vegetation, and preparing for the months ahead. It’s also a great time to take a quick look at something many … Read Blog
Damage Prevention
Survey: More Than 60 Million American Homeowners Plan to Dig This Spring — Here’s How to Stay Safe Before Breaking Ground
Bermex Urges Homeowners to Contact 811 Before Every Digging Project to Protect Communities and Prevent Costly Damages Spring digging season is here, and it’s a busy one. In observance of April as National Safe Digging Month, Bermex is reminding everyone … Read Blog
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Key Takeaways from the 2024 DIRT Report: What Utilities Need to Know Now
Explore the key takeaways from the 2024 DIRT Report and learn what utilities must do now to reduce underground damage, manage risk, and improve field operations.
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