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JAMES ROBISON OF NEW HAMPSHIRE ELECTRIC CO-OP
NAMED WINNER OF HUSKIE TOOLS HERO CONTEST
Company Celebrates 30th Anniversary by Highlighting
the Contributions of An Exceptional Lineman
GLENDALE HEIGHTS, IL – July 16, 2007
– Being a lineman is tough work – it is
a job that often involves bad weather, dangerous situations
and very long hours. For three decades, Huskie Tools
has been creating precision hydraulic compression and
cutting products to help linemen throughout the U.S.
do their jobs safely and more efficiently while serving
the electrical needs of their communities. To celebrate
its 30th anniversary within the utility industry, Huskie
Tools reached out nationwide earlier this year to find
out more about the linemen behind its tools in the first-ever
Huskie Tools Hero Contest. The company announced today
the winner, James Robison, a lineman, first class, at
the New Hampshire Electric Co-op, based in Plymouth,
New Hampshire.
An industry veteran for nearly two decades, Robison
has gained the respect of his fellow lineman and is
known for his strong work ethic, commitment to his company
and dedication to his community. That is what prompted
his wife Sheila to secretly nominate her husband of
21 years after seeing a Huskie Tools ad within an industry
publication earlier this year.
“After reviewing all of the submissions, we were
most impressed with James’ respect for dangerous
conditions, smart approach to situations with safety
in mind and his commitment to looking out for the men
working by his side,” said Tom Itrich, Chief Executive
Officer of Huskie Tools. “James truly embodies
what Huskie Tools is all about and we’re proud
to extend this honor to him as we commemorate 30 years
of serving lineman nationwide.”
Born and raised in New England, Robison attended from
Newfound Memorial High School in Bristol, New Hampshire.
After graduating in 1984, he enlisted in the U.S. Army
where he served overseas in Korea and was stationed
in Fort Polk, Louisiana. During his tour of duty, Robison
married Sheila, his high school sweetheart. Upon his
honorable discharge, Robison joined New Hampshire Electric
Co-op where he has worked for more than 18 years. When
not on the job, Robison enjoys hunting, woodworking,
involvement in his church and watching his three children
– Nicholas (15), Zachary (13), and Abby (8) excel
in school and outside activities.
Upon learning that he had won the Huskie Tools Hero
Contest, Robison was quite surprised and humbled by
the recognition. “It’s an honor to be acknowledged
by Huskie Tools for the work that I do every day,”
explained Robison. “Sheila and I look forward
to visiting Chicago later this summer.”
As the winner of the Huskie Tools Hero Contest, Robison
receives an all-expense paid trip for two to Chicago
including airfare, local transportation, accommodations
at a top-rated hotel, celebration dinner and a tour
of the Huskie Tools headquarters located outside of
the city. In addition, Robison will participate in the
newly created Huskie Tools Ambassador program joining
other lineman throughout the country in sharing feedback
and input on industry issues and product needs.
About New Hampshire Electric Cooperative
Headquartered in Plymouth, New Hampshire, NHEC is the
largest member-owned electric cooperative in New England,
serving nearly 80,000 members in 116 New Hampshire communities.
For more information, visit www.nhec.com.
About Huskie Tools
Since 1977, Huskie Tools (based in Glendale Heights,
Illinois) has continued to set industry standards by
developing the largest selection of battery-operated
precision hydraulic compression and cutting products
sold in North America. For more information, visit www.huskietools.com.
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