Larson offers first electric-powered cable trailer
Larson Cable Trailers, creator of the patented fiber optic cable installation trailer 25 years ago, has added the electric LCT-7500 E, the first electric-powered fiber installation trailer that delivers the efficiency, durability, and reliability crews demand while addressing the industry's growing need for sustainable equipment solutions.
Larson Cable Trailers' electric LCT-7500 E offers a practical alternative to gas-powered units, one that addresses environmental concerns while maintaining and improving operational performance, the manufacturer noted.
Gas-powered cable installation trailers have been the industry standard, but they come with environmental costs:
- Direct emissions from engine operation during cable pulling and setup
- Fuel consumption across multiple daily job sites
- Engine noise that can disrupt residential and commercial areas
The electric LCT-7500 E addresses these issues directly.
Emission elimination: Zero on-site emissions from the trailer itself, reducing the environmental impact of fiber installation projects.
Noise reduction: Significantly quieter operation improves working conditions for crews and reduces disruption in residential areas.
Industry influence: As contractors adopt electric equipment, it demonstrates that sustainable alternatives are viable for heavy-duty cable installation work.
Regulatory preparedness: Positions contractors ahead of potential emission regulations in urban areas and environmentally sensitive zones.
Market access: Enables contractors to bid on projects in areas with strict emission requirements or noise ordinances.
The LCT-7500 E demonstrates that electric alternatives can meet the performance demands of cable installation work, according to Larson, and that environmental responsibility and operational effectiveness can be effectively aligned in the fiber installation sector.