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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 20 Aug 2024
Thorne & Derrick have successfully hosted the 3M Electrical “Train the Trainer” Programme and are now the first Certificated UK Distributor for this innovative scheme introduced to support MV Cold Shrink Cable Accessory installation competency. T-t-T has been conceived by 3M to empower their Approved UK Distributors to deliver Product...
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Published 31 Jul 2024
Revolutionising Marine Electrical System’s with PFISTERER’S Plug Marine The PLUG MARINE system manufactured by Pfisterer offers a ground-breaking solution for the electrical connection of power components, energy storage systems, transformers, converters and even propulsion systems on ships and other offshore applications. Unmatched Performance and Versatility The PLUG MARINE system...
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Published 30 Jul 2024
MV Power Reliable Solutions for Renewable Electrical System Installations Since 1985, Thorne & Derrick have been Authorised Distributors for the 3M Electrical range of Low, Medium & High Voltage Cable Accessories for the insulation, connection, repair and provision of reliable electrical power up to 66kV utilising Cold Shrink, heat shrink, Scotch Tape and Scotchcast Resin technologies. For...
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Published 30 Jul 2024
PR | Uploaded 18.7.2024 by Chris Dodds - Sales Marketing Manager at Thorne & Derrick Thorne & Derrick have been appointed as the Approved Medium Voltage Kitting Partner for 3M Electrical – this significantly strengthens our ability to lead the market through the innovation and delivery of cable-customised Joints...
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Published 23 Jul 2024
Sheath Repairs for Cables | Electrical Tapes Distributed from Stock Tape Repairs for Damaged Cables Safe and reliable electricity distribution depends upon the integrity of power cables and the monitoring and maintenance of cable condition to ensure service is not disrupted by cable failure – the early warning indication...
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