Cembre EWO Cable Entry System
Cable Entry System
The new EWO series cable duct entry seal systems stand out with the Cembre modern design and innovative features. Cembre technical team has developed a special cable transit frame with a slim, compact structure that provides excellent IP66 protection, thanks to its unique over-moulded seal.
This Cembre design not only saves valuable space but also reduces installation time by eliminating the need for an external seal. The demountable frame structure offers flexibility and ease during wiring operations, allowing the protective grommets to be easily inserted through the side opening and configured as needed.
Additionally, the Cembre EWO System Frame can be securely fastened using galvanised stainless steel screws, nuts, deep-drawn holes, or rivets, ensuring it meets all installation requirements with ease.
Available in square, rectangular, and circular shapes to suit various installation needs, Cembre cable entry systems provide precise and easy management of cable routing on switchboards, panels, and machinery.
Cembre battery-operated hydraulic tool BFL750ND, with its specially designed set of dies, accurately drills holes in sheet metal, enabling the fast and efficient installation of Cembre EWO cable entry systems.
The Cembre EWO cable entry system frame offers exceptional flexibility and ease during wiring operations, thanks to its demountable structure. This design feature allows you to easily insert protective grommets through the side opening and customize them to suit your specific needs.
For secure installation, the frame can be fastened using galvanised stainless steel screws, nuts, deep-drawn holes, or rivets, ensuring it meets all installation requirements. This versatility makes the Cembre EWO system an ideal solution for a wide range of applications.
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Cembre MG4 Thermal Printer For Cable Labelling
Cembre is a leading European manufacturer of electrical connectors, crimping tools, cutting tools, and a variety of accessories for LV (low voltage), MV (medium voltage), and HV (high voltage) power systems. Designed for switchgear and control panels, Cembre tools are ideal for installing low and medium voltage connectors and cable lugs.
3M Electrical Liquid Resin 2123Â
3M Scotchcast Resin 2123 is a two-part, unfilled polybutadiene resin designed for temperature curing – the resin from 3M Electrical offers the following features, consistent across the full range of 3M Scotchcast Electrical Liquid Resins: this re-enterable resin is ideal for low voltage cable sealing and insulation in electrical boxes. It comes with the Easy Dispenser 250, ensuring a cleaner application with reduced waste.
The 2123 Resin is formulated for virtually every electrical application requiring a soft, re-enterable resin with good handling and performance characteristics up to 1000 Volts.
Contact us for 3M Electrical technical support, specification guidance or assistance on the selection of electrical insulating resins for all LV MV HV applications.
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3M Scotchcast Re-Enterable Electrical Insulating Resin 2123 is a soft, two-part polybutadiene resin designed for cable splice protection. It offers excellent handling and performance features and is formulated to be re-enterable for splice sealing. This versatile resin bonds effectively to most cable jackets while providing moisture sealing.
The resin is characterised by good wetting properties and low viscosity, ensuring ease of application. It cures at room temperature and functions as an insulating material for cable splices up to 1 kV. Its flexible, soft nature allows it to flow smoothly, even at low temperatures, filling enclosures and reducing voids. It is tested in accordance with CENELEC HD 623.S1 (EN50393) standards and complies with 2011/65/EU (RoHS) and 1907/2007/EC (REACH) regulations.
Thorne & Derrick provide competitive prices and fast delivery from stock for the complete range of 3M Scotchcast and Cold Shrink cable joints, terminations, resins and Scotch electrical tapes – we stock high voltage cable joints and terminations manufactured from 3M using Cold Shrink for 11kV and 33kV cables.
GORE-TEX PYRAD | Arc Flash Clothing
Thorne & Derrick | Arc Flash Protection Clothing Distributed from Stock | Approved Supplier | UK & Export Sales
GORTEX PYRAD
When two industry giants unite, extraordinary things happen. When that union is centred around human safety, lives are saved. ProGARM and the GORE-TEX Brand have recently launched a new range of next-generation arc-rated GORE-TEX PYRAD® stretch product technology workwear, marking a new era of innovation in protective garments.
Arc flash and fire resistance garment specialists ProGARM have teamed up with fabric pioneers at W.L Gore & Associates to develop a ground-breaking waterproof and arc-rated GORE-TEX product range. Guided by the principle of ‘safety through comfort,’ this new collection is designed to provide unparalleled protection while ensuring exceptional wearability. This collaboration is focused on delivering the most advanced protective features for workers who rely on high-performance personal protective equipment (PPE) to stay safe on the job.
Thorne & Derrick together with ProGARM are now able to offer the GORTEX PYRAD range of arc flash clothing delivering the ultimate arc flash protection with a wide range of men’s and women’s garments available in hi – vis yellow, hi-vis orange, two-tone yellow, blue and single colour blue.
Building On A Common Commitment To Safety & Quality
This professional partnership arose from the necessity to reinvent personal protective equipment (PPE) for employees who risk their lives on a daily basis while doing their vital tasks. With decades of expertise in innovative manufacturing and design techniques to deliver safe, compliant and wearable arc flash rated garments, ProGARM is leading the way in delivering fresh thinking in garment technology.
The GORE-TEX Brand, known for its fabrics and technologies that deliver long-lasting functionality and high quality, is the perfect partner, bringing its understanding of fabric technology and industry compliance to be part of something revolutionary.
This partnership is a seamless continuation of the established relationship between the two brands, following the signing of the licensee agreement in 2022. ProGARM is one of only three licensed PPE partners in the UK to utilise Gore’s cutting-edge PYRAD® technology. This highly sought-after collaboration provides a solid foundation of excellence for the companies to build upon with the introduction of their new and innovative product range.
Breakthroughs, Not Just Enhancements
The PPE industry has experienced continuous product evolution, with gradual improvements made to enhance various aspects of arc flash and fire-resistant clothing. Both ProGARM and the GORE-TEX Brand are recognised for their technical expertise, clearly showcasing their deep understanding of garment composition and fabric design to create clothing that delivers outstanding levels of protection.
But now is the time to raise the bar yet again for arc flash safety wear.
The ProGARM x GORE-TEX Brand collaboration is bringing to market a new, exclusive set of waterproof workwear products and it’s thanks to the power of stretch. Understanding the struggles of workwear that doesn’t move with its wearer, this new arc rated GORE-TEX PYRAD® stretch product technology is changing the game.
Not only are the garments technically compliant with all required regulations for arc flash risk environments, but they are super lightweight, breathable and stretchy, even when wet, offering the ultimate combination of protection and comfort in all weathers and environments. The fabric composition is unique, placing stretch technology at the heart of the design for increased wearability with no compromise on arc rated protection.
Triple Layer Protection
Introducing triple-layer technology to the market, the fabric in the new garments offers heat, flame, and arc flash protection by blocking heat flow and preventing flame propagation, thereby stopping heat from reaching the wearer’s skin. The new range of jackets, trousers, and coveralls will soon provide workers with the most advanced workwear, delivering unmatched levels of movement, flexibility, and comfort.
Known for designing garments for a range of body shapes and sizes to achieve the best possible fit, ProGARM has brought its extensive knowledge of designing for real bodies to ensure its new range is accessible to all.
The new range will be available in high visibility yellow and navy, and orange to ensure worker visibility is not compromised when on-site, and every aspect of the design is arc flash and flame resistant, right down to the stitching thread for total performance reassurance. Advanced porous technology means the fabric is breathable, working with the overall design of the range to avoid a build-up of heat and perspiration in all weather conditions. This range is designed to be worn, with every design decision made in the boots of the wearer.
With this innovative range of workwear embedded in science, there are GORE-TEX garments to suit the needs of every industry where protection from the devastating risks of an arc flash incident is a priority.
Electrical PPE Products | Gloves | Arc Flash Clothing | Arc Suits | Coveralls | Helmets & Visors
NOFIRNO | Sealing Cable Ducts | Offshore & Onshore Windfarms
CSD Technical Services have been involved in a key renewable energy project since 2020, whereby they have been specified for duct seal entries across a huge onshore substation site. The sealing of three additional 250mm cable entries, each containing a 1x120mm cable, was requested by the client. As with other areas of the site, the NOFIRNO Duct Seal System, manufactured by CSD Sealing Systems, was used to provide a water and gastight seal.
Sealing Challenges
There were no major challenges encountered as the NOFIRNO Duct Seal System is the ideal solution for vertical ducts. This is due to the fact the insert sleeves cling to the cables and ducting without sliding down and falling out of the penetration. The high adhesion and viscosity of the NOFIRNO Sealant means it will also not run down the duct when applied.
Outcome Using NOFIRNOÂ
The NOFIRNO multi-sleeves were installed to provide cable separation and a firm backing for the NOFIRNO Sealant layer. The cable entries which were exposed to the elements are now watertight.
Water and gastight sealing protection of cable duct and building entry points.
The NOFIRNO Duct Seal System comprises of two components; 60mm rubber NOFIRNO multi-sleeves which provide cable support, ensure cable separation, and provide a backing for the second component which is a 20mm layer of NOFIRNO Sealant. To ensure the NOFIRNO Sealant adheres correctly, the areas in where the sealant is to be applied should be clean and dry before application i.e., the cables and any frames and structures.
The NOFIRNO multi-sleeves are then installed providing cable separation and a firm backing for the NOFIRNO Sealant layer. The system will provide a water and gastight seal to certified levels of 2.5 bar and has been shown to provide protection for a period of at least 50 years.
• Tested to prove no deterioration in performance for more than 50 years
• Provides flood protection and prevents water and gas ingress – pressure rated up to 2.5 from the front and back of the seal
• Quick and easy to install to install
• Easy re-entry for adding, removing or replacing cables
Offshore Windfarm | Onshore Substation | Cable Sealing Solutions
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Specialist Distributors to the UK and international Offshore Wind & Renewable industry to provide safe and reliable LV HV Electrical Cable & Power Distribution Systems up to 66kV – we are highly customer responsive and absolutely committed to providing a world-class service. Contact our UK Power Team for competitive quotations, fast delivery from stock and technical support or training on all LV-HV products.
See how T&D support, supply and service the Renewable Energy industry.
Stockists & Suppliers | UK & International Projects
8.10.2024
By Chris Dodds | Sales & Marketing Manager at Thorne & Derrick International
A brilliant bullet from Paul Frankland’s (Operations Director at NEPIC) super slide-deck presented to us this morning at the Wilton Centre, the premier science park in the North East of England adjacent to Wilton International and sitting in the heart of the North East of England Process Industry Cluster (NEPIC).
The NEPIC Cluster is the largest industrial concentration of chemical, pharmaceutical and process companies in the UK, and the second largest in Europe.
Paul and Joanne Fryett (CEO at NEPIC) hosted Thorne & Derrick and an international delegation from 3M Electrical to discuss Energy Transition developments and opportunities within the Cluster involving Net Zero. NEPIC have now extended further support for Thorne & Derrick’s business growth strategy in the clean energy, low carbon and hydrogen sectors.
The NEPIC Presentation informed us all about the energy project pipeline on Teesside with major companies including BP, Equinor, Huntsman Corporation, SABIC, PD Ports, MGT Teesside and px Group.
Michael Kendall (Business Solutions Manager – Tees Valley Combined Authority) then underlined the central role of Teesside in UK plc’s economic growth drive which is strategically aligned with the UK’s Net Zero Strategy. The TVCA secures investment and creates jobs; it is home to ReNew ELP, Alpek, Conoco Phillips, EDF Energy, Mitsubishi Chemical and global renewables giant JDR Cable Systems.
We then all benefitted from excellent electrical power and utility insights provided by Gillian Baker (Head of Commercial New Business – Sembcorp).
Sembcorp supply the high voltage power (66kV/11kV) to Wilton International clients via their owned and operated on-site power station, substations and private wire electricity grid.
Our visit concluded with a Guided Tour of Wilton by Paul Frankland that emphasised the sheer scale of business opportunity, national leadership and centre of excellence our region provides for the the future of decarbonised power.
Thorne & Derrick International, based in the North East of England, are leading UK Specialist Distributors of products to guarantee personal safety, site efficiency and plant reliability in Harsh, High Voltage & Hazardous Areas.
Our diversity is our strength, from providing legacy asset management solutions for aging electrical infrastructure to the delivery of high voltage cable connection products to repair or energise networks from 600V to 66kV.
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.Â
We are 3M Electrical Distributor for the UK and can be trusted to specify and supply from the largest stocks in the UK and EU products utilising Scotchcast Resin and Cold Shrink Technologies for the installation, jointing and termination of cables from Low to High Voltage.
We are a firmly established vendor and high-value added member of the Cluster supply-chain – we provide world-class customer support including Design Services for Trace Heating & Lighting Systems for Zone 1/2 (21/22) hazardous area applications from our partners Eltherm and Raytec.
Sealing Cables & Protecting Assets | The CSD Sealing System range of DSEAR compliant NOFIRNO products are extensively specified for the prevention of water ingress, gas migration and fire spread in industrial and potentially explosive atmospheres including hazardous area Zones with ATEX designation including Zone 1 & 2 Flammable Gas.
Last weeks government green-lighting of the Net Zero Teesside project, a £4billion investment which will establish the world’s first industrial-scale Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) facility at Teesworks was accompanied by confirmation from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero of £21.7 billion of funding to establish the UK as an early leader in 2 growing global sectors, CCUS and Hydrogen. This reignition of the UK industrial heartlands to be delivered by investment in projects and the energy-tech of the future further enhances Teesside’s position at the centre of the Decarbonisation universe.
Teesworks | The UK’s largest Freeport Tax Zone, most connected industrial zone and home to diverse, sustainable and low-carbon activity. In 2023, SeAH Wind announced a £650m investment in a monopile manufacturing facility at South Bank Teesworks to support a contract with Vattenfall to supply all the wind turbine monopiles for its Norfolk Vanguard Project. This commitment to Teesside positions SeAH Wind as the UK’s leading Foundation Manufacturer and ensures the UK is at the forefront of developing offshore wind globally.
Net Zero Teesside
NZT is a collection of industrial, power and hydrogen businesses which aim to decarbonize their operations through the deployment of CCUS.
NZT Power is a first-of-a-kind fully integrated gas-fired power and carbon capture project and a key driving force behind plans to make Teesside the UK’s first decarbonized industrial cluster.
NZT Power’s proposed combined cycle gas turbine electricity generating station will have an electrical output of up to 860 megawatts (MW) of low carbon electricity, enough to power up to 1.3m homes per year.
NZT | The UK’s First Decarbonised Industrial Cluster
A Sustainable Future for our Energy & for our Business
Our NEPIC Membership has positioned Thorne & Derrick alongside a cluster of businesses dedicated to the decarbonisation of industrial operations through the deployment of CCUS – we are working closely with EPC’s and contractors to specify and supply compliant critical equipment to build and operate the infrastructure required to transport CO2 from emitters in the Teesside and Humber regions to a secure offshore carbon store beneath the North Sea via the East Coast Cluster and the Northern Endurance Partnership.
The East Coast Cluster Decarbonising IndustryÂ
Northern Endurance Partnership | NEP is a CO2. transportation and storage company which will deliver the onshore and offshore infrastructure needed to capture carbon from emitters across Teesside and the Humber and transport to offshore storage in the Endurance store in the southern North Sea. In October 2021, The NEP’s East Coast Cluster, which includes Net Zero Teesside, was selected as a priority cluster in phase-1 of the UK Government’s CCUS cluster sequencing process. Endurance, a saline aquifer, has the capacity to store 450m tonnes of CO2. Other potential stores nearby take potential storage capacity to around 1 billion tonnes.
Pictured | Charlotte Fletcher (Project Manager Pharma-Sector NEPIC) Tanja Schroeder (Area Director EMEA 3M Electrical), Andy Townsend (Specification Manager C&I 3M Electrical UK), Paul Frankland (Operations Director NEPIC), Jenny Swindells (Regional Division Leader 3M Electrical Northern Europe), Chris Dodds (Sales Marketing Manager T&D), Monica Barros (General Business Director 3M Electrical ), Carl Cox (Sales Engineer T&D) and Richard Derrick (Managing Director T&D).
T&D are Specialist Distributors to the Process Industries –Â 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.
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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