TransGard
Bill Reichard is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in the utility industry. As the Owner and Executive Chairman of TransGard since June 2009, Bill has overseen the development of innovative animal mitigation solutions for the heavy power utility sector, including a patented animal deterrent system. Previously, Bill served as President and CEO of Gerhardt USA from 2003 to 2009 and held the position of Vice President at Lederle Machine Company from 1980 to 2003. Bill's academic background includes a Bachelor’s degree in Business and Accounting from the University of Missouri-Saint Louis, earned between 1989 and 1991.
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TransGard
Every year, climbing animals and birds cause hundreds of substation power outages that leave thousands without power – and cost millions in repairs. Fortunately, TransGard has developed proven solutions that currently protect thousands of substations. For 30 years, TransGard fences have prevented power outages from squirrels, raccoons, and snakes, among others. This specially engineered substation fencing system that delivers a humane – but effective – electric shock to climbing animals. TransGard also introduced Laser Bird Defense, a superior bird deterrent for the electric power industry. For decades, bird incursions at substations have resulted in equipment damage, outages and expensive cleanups due to corrosive bird droppings. The existing deterrents provide only temporary, spotty relief. With the fully automated Laser Bird Defense, substations can deploy an array of patterns to prevent birds from entering or nesting in substations. Birds perceive the system’s approaching laser beam as a physical danger and disperse to seek safety. Today, TransGard protects over 4,000 substations in the U.S. and Canada, offering critical benefits to utilities and their customers.