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We focus on Product Categories: Duct Seals | Cable Cleats | Cable Glands | Electrical Safety | Arc Flash Protection | Cable Jointing Tools | Cable Pulling | Earthing | Feeder Pillars | Cable Joints LV | Joints & Terminations MV HV
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Published 23 Jul 2021
Prevent Moisture in Electrical Systems 3M Scotchlok 314 The electrical systems used in stadiums are often exposed to harsh weather conditions such as heavy rain and moisture, creating serious consequences if they fail, with events potentially cancelled or delayed. Problems can occur in hard to reach areas such as...
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Published 30 Jun 2021
3M Novec Insulating Gas Sustainable SF₆ alternative The EU commission DG CLIMA has issued a new report on Sulphur Hexafluoride (SF₆) alternatives and potential SF₆ phase out scenarios related to the so-called F-gas regulation (EU Regulation 517/2014). Usage of SF₆ has been banned already in multiple applications with electrical...
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Published 04 May 2021
3M Scotchrap Tape 50 Corrosion Protection 3M Scotchrap Vinyl Corrosion Protection Tape 50 has high-tack adhesive to provide a corrosion- and impact-resistant seal for all-weather protection of metal piping systems above and below ground. The special high tack adhesive is formulated to resist the corrosion of metal piping systems both...
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Published 04 May 2021
3M Electrical Comparative Study The power utility industry is risk-averse. The decision to change a technology is not taken lightly. You need data, you need research, and you need proof that what you’re using is most reliable, so you can have peace of mind when powering entire cities. Currently...
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Published 13 Apr 2021
3M Utility & Marking 3M Locators and Markers provide a complete system for locating, marking and mapping vital underground assets. From markers that give an exact path and estimated depth of underground utilities, to markers that store information, to utility locators that interface with GPS/GIS field mapping instruments, 3M...
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