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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 28 Nov 2025
Request a Quote Call Us: +44 (0)191 410 4292 Stokbord cable protection covers are rigid HDPE protection boards designed to be installed above buried cables in trenches. They are manufactured and designed by Centriforce to provide strong mechanical protection against impact, backfill pressure and accidental excavation strikes. The cable...
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Published 28 Nov 2025
Restoring transformer termination integrity with LoviSil When a major site recently experienced a fault on an 11kV transformer termination, the challenge was clear: restore the system quickly, safely and without the expense/disruption of full PILC cable replacement. Upon investigation, engineers discovered that a void had formed within the pitch...
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Published 28 Nov 2025
Powering Solar Installations with Klauke – Now Featuring the EK WF 120 ML In the fast-growing solar sector, every connection matters. As panel installations scale and systems go to higher currents, installers need tools that combine precision, speed and robustness. At Thorne & Derrick, we’re excited to highlight the...
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Published 26 Nov 2025
Meet the Class of 2025 At Thorne & Derrick, we take great pride in developing future talent through our apprenticeship programme. This year, we are delighted to celebrate the success of our Class of 2025 – a group of bright, ambitious individuals who have completed their apprenticeships and are...
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Published 25 Nov 2025
Transformer Bund Filter A Complete Guide for Asset Managers Environmental protection around LV, MV and HV transformers is a growing priority for utilities, renewable energy developers, industrial sites and BESS operators. With increasing regulatory pressure around oil containment, many sites are upgrading to modern Transformer Bund Filters—a passive, low-maintenance...
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