CLEVELAND, Nov. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — PLP, a global leader in developing innovative infrastructure solutions for electric power systems, today announced the launch of the world’s first self-service drone kit for remotely installing bird diverters on overhead power lines. The new RAPTOR CLAMP™ Drone Kit enables electric utilities and contractors to safely and efficiently install PLP RAPTOR CLAMP Diverters via a simple-to-use DIY accessory kit that seamlessly attaches to DJI M300/M350 drones—widely used and popular drone models currently employed by utilities worldwide.
The RAPTOR CLAMP Drone Kit provides a significant advantage in aerial power line maintenance, delivering several key benefits and features:
- Revolutionary Line Marker Installation: The RAPTOR CLAMP Drone Kit is the first of its kind to enable off-the-shelf DJI M300/M350 drones to install bird diverters—critical wildlife protection devices that increase visibility for birds, helping to prevent collisions with power lines and reduce potential outages.
- Improved Workplace Safety: The ability to …