Which tool can be used to increase the horizontal stability of parallel conductors?

The articulated running board is a specific tool designed to enhance the stability of parallel conductors during installation or maintenance work. This tool provides a level surface for linemen to stand on when they are working on overhead lines, significantly reducing the risk of slipping or losing balance when handling materials. Its articulated design allows it to flex, adapting to different angles of the conductors, which helps maintain a stable positioning across varying heights and distances.

Using an articulated running board facilitates safe access to conductors that are positioned parallel to each other, especially when working from a bucket truck or while climbing poles. This tool is particularly beneficial in ensuring that workers can efficiently and safely manage the tasks associated with installing or maintaining electrical systems without the concern of instability that can arise from working on uneven surfaces or in awkward positions.

Other tools listed, although useful in their respective applications, do not specifically provide the same level of horizontal stability for parallel conductors as the articulated running board does.