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Thorne & Derrick’s POWER Blog is regularly updated with news, projects, videos, technical tips, training information, promotions, webinars, career opportunities and white papers.
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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
We provide guidance and technical support for the installation of LV, MV & HV Cable Joints, Terminations, Substation & Electrical Equipment from our Key Suppliers including:
| 3M |
CMP |
Ellis Patents |
| Nexans Euromold |
Elastimold |
Pfisterer |
| Prysmian |
Alroc |
CSD |
| Roxtec |
CATU Electrical |
Cembre |
| Lucy Zodion |
ABB |
Emtelle |

With Photo Blog contributions from our social network of utility professionals, linesmen and cable jointers working on MV HV EHV cables and overhead lines typically at 11kV, 33kV, 66kV and up to 132kV.
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Published 09 Jan 2026
We’d like to welcome our newest addition to the Thorne and Derrick team! Eva will be joining us as a content creator apprentice at our office in Chester-Le-Street. Eva will bring fresh new ideas to all of our social media pages. We are excited to see how Eva develops...
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Published 09 Jan 2026
Insulating Matting Recommendations and Guidance for Electrical Safety Guest Blog From COBA Electrical safety is non-negotiable, especially when working around live switchgear, high-voltage panels, and electrical distribution equipment. One critical but sometimes overlooked safeguard is electrical insulating matting, designed to protect operatives from electric shock by insulating them from...
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Published 05 Jan 2026
By Chris Dodds | Thorne & Derrick – Sales & Marketing Manager NGED Network Jointing For contestable connections adoptable by NGED, Lovink Enertech 11kV and 33kV cable joints are specified, with the M-series LoviSil 33kV system being the Sole Approved Manufacturer for NGED adoptable 33kV joints within the Independent...
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Published 22 Dec 2025
Giving Back in 2025 Throughout 2025, we have been proud to support a wide range of charities, community groups, and voluntary organisations working across our region. Our donations have helped strengthen local communities, improve wellbeing and ensure vital services continue to reach those who need them most. We’re continually...
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Published 19 Dec 2025
Overcoming Underground Cable Jointing Challenges Lovink is a global leader in medium- and high-voltage (MV / HV) cable jointing technologies, delivering industry-proven cable connection solutions for utilities, transmission networks, renewable energy, industrial and infrastructure projects. The range of Lovink cable joints such as LoviX® R and LoviSil emphasise high performance, long-term reliability, simplified...
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