REDUCE AND REWARD Research has shown that right-of-way maintenance programs that incorporate IVM practices achieve considerable cost savings compared with programs that rely on mowing alone.
Mechanical Annual Cost
IVM Annual Cost
IVM Cost Savings Over Mechanical
Cycle (Years)
3
$3,116
$1,705
45%
4
$3,114
$1,352
57%
5
$3,234
$1,149
51%
6
$1,888
$1,412
25%
based on electric utility right-of-way research.
PIPELINES & IVM
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