CSD Sealing Systems UK have recently completed work on the CATS Terminal in Seal Sands, for Wood Plc. Seal Sands is at the heart of the Teesside integrated energy network, connecting hydrocarbon-based transition fuels with new energy provision, powering the UK today and into a Net Zero sustainable future.
CATS – the Central Area Transmission System – is a natural gas transportation and processing system that transports gas through a 250 mile, 36inch diameter subsea pipeline from the Central North Sea to a reception and processing terminal in Teesside, Northern England. The initial construction of the pipeline reception and gas treatment facility, and the CATS gas and liquids processing plant, comprised two processing trains each with the capacity to handle around 17 million standard cubic metres (600 million standard cubic feet) of gas per day.
At the CATS Terminal, the pipeline gas is treated to remove contaminants. The gas is then delivered directly into the National Transmission System for commercial and domestic use.
CSD carried out the duct seals to multiple cable and pipe building entries and penetrations across the site – the critical areas to be sealed included offices, equipment rooms, the gatehouse and 2 refuge areas used during emergencies.
During the survey and following discussions with Wood plc, CSD established that these areas required the installation of a water and gastight duct seal system with some critical areas, including the refuge buildings, requiring fire-rated seals. The CSD Nofirno multi-cable and pipe penetration sealing system was provided as the preferred engineered and specification cable and duct sealing solution.
Nofirno provides the highest fire ratings, the shortest installation times, and a long-term, maintenance free service life for the sealing of cable ducts, penetrations and entries to building and substation infrastructure.
Sealing Cable Ducts
The fire, water and gastight system, consisting of Nofirno rubber filler sleeves and Nofirno sealant, provided the protection required on site. The system was used to seal a range of metallic and plastic pipe penetrations as well as all of the multi-cable transits of various diameters and configurations.
CSD’s highly skilled installation team installed the Nofrino system across the Terminal and the sealed penetrations will help ensure the safety and protection of personnel and assets should a disaster situation occur.
The work completed by CSD was delivered to a high-quality and will ensure long-lasting protection to the CATS Terminal.
Andy Pearson, Projects, Mods & TAR Manager at Wood Plc, said “the work carried out by CSD has been first class from start to finish. The survey and installation work carried out was all managed in a very professional manner. Likewise, the timely submission of the Installation Completion Report is much appreciated.”
Preventative & Planned Maintenance to Avoid Downtime & Damage
Failure to correctly and effectively seal cable ducts with compliant duct seals can inflict catastrophic damage to LV-HV electrical distribution networks, substations and power supply. View below our complete ranges of Duct Sealing Products including cable transits to provide a watertight seal and defence against flood damage to low, medium and high voltage cable ducts with additional protection against harmful flammable gas migration and fire spread.
The water flooding of building basements can inflict disastrous damage to sensitive electrical equipment and building fabric if adequate precautions are not implemented to mitigate risk. Poorly sealed or unsealed cable ducts in normal UK weather conditions are serious and widespread causes of flood damage – high groundwater can exert considerable pressure which can cause sub-standard and non-approved products, such as standard polyurethane expanding foam, to be flushed or degraded to destruction within the cable duct creating an open path for water ingress, flood entry and consequent damage.
Foam Fails | CSD Nofirno Duct Sealing System holds extensive UK Electricity (DNO) and Water (WIMES) industry approvals for utility infrastructure protection against fllood damage, this includes DSEAR Regulatory Compliance for the prevention of flammable gas migration in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres characterised by hazardous area locations (Zone 1 / Zone 2 Areas). Furthermore, Nofirno from CSD is approved for harshest fire ratings for pipe penetrations (EN, A, H and Jet Fire class).
T&D are Specialist Distributors to the Process Industries – this includes the fine and speciality chemicals, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals and polymers
manufacturing sectors.
We supply and support businesses working on the design, construction and maintenance of UK, European and international projects.
We can competently specify and competitively supply an extensive range of Hazardous Area Equipment (ATEX & IECEx) to provide Power, Heating & Lighting to the Explosive Atmospheres industries – this includes LV HV Cables, Accessories, Jointing, Substation & Electrical Eqpt from 600V to 66kV.
Based in the UK, we are highly customer responsive and absolutely committed to providing a world-class service.
Since 1985, we have provided expert technical support and express delivery from extensive UK stocks to world-wide destinations.
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High Voltage Training for Cables & Power Systems
For 40 years Thorne & Derrick have proudly supplied the electrical industry with Power Cable Accessories to provide network reliability, security and energisation from 600V to 66kV – we distribute the most extensive range of Joints, Terminations & Connectors from 3M Electrical, Nexans Euromold and Pfisterer Connex to suit all types of electrical equipment connections in ColdShrink, heat-shrink and EPDM technology.
For 30 years The Faraday Centre, a world class facility, has been delivering hands-on, practical training coupled with theoretical assessment to empower the next generation of engineering talent.
Their 12 Training Rooms and 2 Practical Areas are equipped with a combination of the latest smart technology and legacy electrical equipment to support 50+ Courses delivered by highly qualified and experienced tutors with over 50 years experience.
The Faraday Centre also delivers on-site bespoke courses – this can be for private networks, DNO or tailored to suit the specific High Voltage operational requirements of a project or industry sector.
Expertise & Experience Combined
Both our businesses are now delighted to be Working Together – both our businesses with locations in the North East of England deliver our products and services to UK and international locations. Our industry partnership, based on market-leading Training Course delivery, now intends to close skills gaps, improve workplace safety and both to open and develop career opportunities for attendees.
Standard & Customised Training Courses
Working Together to improve electrical safety knowledge and implementation we will promote the most extensive of range of High Voltage Courses which enable the up-skilling of competency levels and career progression annually of over 2500 Electricians, Cable Jointers, Authorised & Senior Authorised Persons (AP’s & SAP’s) and Authorised Engineers (AE’s).
Standard module Courses are supplemented by tailored training packages to specific customer requirements.
Additionally, brand specific Offshore Wind Termination Courses can be delivered for leading cable accessory manufacturers including Nexans (Euromold), Pfisterer (Connex), 3M Electrical and NkT via The Wind Academy.
With dedicated lecture rooms for Cable Termination, Jointing & Authorisation Training, Thorne & Derrick are delighted to be Working Together in close partnership with The Faraday Centre – we support the delivery of best-practice Courses in the disciplines of High Voltage Jointing, Operational Safety, Protection, Testing & Switching up to 33kV.
“Following our recent visit and tour I am delighted to now be able to extend The Faraday Centre services to our existing and prospective clients. The UK confronts a significant shortage of skilled Electricians & Engineers which could hinder Net Zero goals – facilities like The Faraday Centre can accelerate policy, projects and people’s job opportunities to form the workforce to secure our Green Energy future. Should you have a general or industry specific Training gap, contact us to discuss it,” comments Chris Dodds – Sales & Marketing Thorne & Derrick.
Thorne & Derrick are Specialist Distributors to international Utilities, UK DNO’s, ICP’s and HV Jointing Contractors of an extensive range of LV HV Cable Jointing, Substation, Tooling & Installation Equipment from 600V to 66kV – we service wind energy, solar power, battery storage, rail, utility, datacentre and the explosive atmosphere industries.
Based in the UK, we are highly customer responsive and absolutely committed to providing a world-class service.
Since 1985, we have provided expert technical support and express delivery from extensive UK stocks to world-wide destinations.
Key Product Categories: Connectors, Joints & Terminations MV HV | Cable Preparation & Jointing Tools | Duct Seals | Cable Transits | Cable Cleats | Cable Glands | Electrical Safety | Arc Flash Clothing & Protection | Cable Pulling | Earthing & Lightning Protection | Feeder Pillars
Application | Stripping 33kV Cable BS7870 XLPE AWS Single Core 500sqmm
Using | Ripley US02 Bonded Semicon Screen Removal Tool
Contractor | Direct Jointing & Power Services Ltd
Cable Jointer & Company Director | Daniel Sowden
Direct Jointing & Power Services Ltd | Installing & Maintaining High Voltage Cables & Power Networks up to 33kV
Contact | [email protected] | 07468533057
More Information | US02-7000 Semicon Shaving Tool | Ripley US02 | Cable Tool HV
33kV Cable Preparation | Pre-Polish
33kV Cable Preparation | Post Polishing
Cable Preparation Tools | Distributed From Stock | Approved Supplier
Semicon Shaver & Stripping Tool manufactured by Ripley Tools quickly and easily removes bonded semi-con from MV & HV power cables without the requirement for lubrication.
The semicon tool has a unique blade shape which preserves the smooth surface on the XLPE insulation of medium voltage cables typically distributing electrical power at 11kV and 33kV voltages – the Ripley US02 tool eliminates the need for deburring or additional surface finishing of the cable insulation. Its optimal stability design securely supports cables with diameters from 18 mm to 60 mm throughout the shaving operation of the cable preparation process, prior to jointing or terminating medium voltage cables.
The US02 tool provides an exceptionally smooth finish and does not require lubricating grease as the integral wheels provide a sustained motion during the cable preparation process – the US02 has four settings on it that adjust the pitch as it winds down the cable and a stop that enables the jointer to provide a square cut to finish off. The settings are 0.5mm, 1mm, 1.5mm and 2mm.
Thorne & Derrick are now Official Distributors for the Vicera range of Cable Jointing Stands – the introduction of this new product range is an excellent extension to our core ranges of Cable Jointing, Pulling Equipment & Preparation Tooling and we look forward to further supporting efficient, easier and more reliable power cable installations.
Thorne & Derrick distribute the most extensive range of MV HV Medium & High Voltage Cable Joints, Terminations & Connectors from manufacturers including 3M, Prysmian, Nexans Euromold, Elastimold, Pfisterer CONNEX & SEANEX. Heat shrink, cold shrink, push-on and slip-over cable accessories enable the jointing, terminating and connection of 11kV-33kV and 66kV-132kV cables to oil, air or gas insulated switchgear, transformers, motors and overhead lines distributing electricity at medium/high voltages.
T&D hold large stocks of 11kV 33kV 66kV Joints & Terminations suitable for XLPE, PILC and EPR cables, in both heat shrink and Cold Shrink technologies, to service the medium/high voltage power cable accessory requirements of UK and international customers.
The significance of todays invitation to Nexans UK Office could not be over-estimated. Nor can our success story with Nexans Power Accessories be possibly exaggerated; sky-rocketing sales with global and UK major new projects and clients secured. This includes their market-leading brand of Euromold Connectors for energising medium voltage power systems.
Mark Davies take a bow – I delighted in explaining and evidencing our personal gratitude to you today as a business. Central to our WINS. Grafter. Absolute born-winner, world-class customer service provider and loyal servant to Nexans, for 25 years.
Many thanks Joe Roberts for setting-up the business meeting and listening to our sector reviews, future thoughts, next step plans and direction of travel with Nexans.
THORNE & DERRICK, Specialist Distributors of LV-HV Cable Accessories, Jointing, Tooling, Substation & Electrical Safety Eqpt look forward to achieving more mutual success and market share with Elyette Roux (Nexans Managing Director – Vice President Global Business Unit) across the US, Europe and UK; your passion and vision is infectious and influential.
Nexans Power Accessories | Castleford UK.
Courtesy Paul Tuckwood | European Sales Manager at Ripley Tools
Thorne & Derrick supply LV HV Electrical Cable, Jointing, Tools & Power Distribution Equipment up to 66kV to the UK and international Offshore & Onshore Wind & Renewable industry – we hold several Framework Supply Agreements with international energy providers, wind turbine manufacturers and High Voltage Power Energy Companies.
Based in the UK, we are highly customer responsive and absolutely committed to providing a world-class service.
Since 1985, we have provided expert technical support and express delivery from extensive UK stocks to world-wide destinations.
Ripley US02 MAX | here the Jointers Tool is shown in use on the high voltage cable preparation of 66kV/72kV 800sqmm single cable XLPE insulation with bonded semicon screen – minimal sanding and chamfering required with a clean and precise transition.
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