Abstract: An apparatus for attaching a handheld tool to a bucket of a prime mover includes a first plate having an aperture therethrough. The aperture is configured to receive a fastener for attaching the first plate to the bucket. A second plate is disposed opposite the first plate, and includes a second aperture therethrough for receiving a fastener for attaching the second plate to the bucket. A support structure is attached to the first and second plates, and is configured to support the handheld tool. A first clamp is attached to the support structure, and sized to receive a portion of the handheld tool, thereby at least partially securing the handheld tool to the support structure.

Abstract: A method of replacing a gas main that supplies gas to a recipient through an existing service line includes connecting a first tapping tee to the new gas main and connecting a second tapping tee to the existing service line that communicates with a downstream recipient. Branch passages of the first and second tapping tees are fluidically connected together by a connecting conduit. The new gas main is then tapped with the first tee so that gas flows from the new gas main into the connecting conduit up to the second tee. All air is bled from the connecting conduit between the first and second tees, and the existing service line is then tapped with the second tee so that gas is supplied to the recipient through both the existing service line and the connecting conduit. Gas flow to the recipient from the old main is then terminated. The second tee is a specially configured tapping tee specifically adapted for bleeding air from the connecting conduit that interconnects the first and second tees.

Abstract: A lockout device to secure access to a pipeline valve through a utility valve box having an inwardly directed ring is described. The lockout device includes a tube with a shackle, a plate with an opening, and a lock. As installed, the tube fits within an interior space of the utility valve box. The lock locks the plate and tube together. The width of the plate is greater than the inner diameter of the ring.

Abstract: A method of replacing a gas main that supplies gas to a recipient through an existing service line includes connecting a first tapping tee to the new gas main and connecting a second tapping tee to the existing service line that communicates with a downstream recipient. Branch passages of the first and second tapping tees are fluidically connected together by a connecting conduit. The new gas main is then tapped with the first tee so that gas flows from the new gas main into the connecting conduit up to the second tee. All air is bled from the connecting conduit between the first and second tees, and the existing service line is then tapped with the second tee so that gas is supplied to the recipient through both the existing service line and the connecting conduit. Gas flow to the recipient from the old main is then terminated. The second tee is a specially configured tapping tee specifically adapted for bleeding air from the connecting conduit that interconnects the first and second tees.

Abstract: A plunger apparatus is presently disclosed that includes a housing, and a probe slidably supported by the housing. A damping assembly is supported by the housing and cooperating with the probe. The housing, preferably, has a proximal portion and a distal portion wherein the probe is slidably mounted within the housing and extending axially from the distal portion. The probe, desirably, has an increased diameter portion at a proximal end thereof and a penetrating tip adjacent a distal end thereof. A hammer mechanism is provided that is slidably supported by the housing and cooperatively engaging the probe and cooperating with the damping assembly. The housing may also include a handle assembly. A method for using the plunger apparatus is also disclosed.