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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 Apr 2021
Pictured: 33kV CTM-11 Groove Transition Joint Installation in Reading, UK Images Courtesy Of: Jack Whitlock – Faults & Services Manager at JSM Group T&D distribute Cable Jointing Tools from leading manufacturers including Alroc, Ripley, Boddingtons and Hivotec for all types of LV, MV or HV cable stripping, preparation and jointing requirements – insulated...
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Published 08 Apr 2021
Cable Clamps Cable Theft is a Growing Problem Worldwide Cable theft occurs globally, but in South Africa it’s fast becoming a national crisis. Estimates put the loss between 5-7 billion Rand (423 – 593 million USD) a year, with serious implications for the country’s economy, reliability of electricity supply...
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Published 08 Apr 2021
BAND-IT Cable Ties Shine At Precious Metals Refining, Smelting Complex The conditions in the refinery complex are unique due to its highly-corrosive and hazardous area atmosphere, as even 304 stainless steel is subject to rust after an extended period. Therefore, the specific requirement was for high-strength, durable cable banding...
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Published 08 Apr 2021
3M SCOTCH ELECTRICAL TAPES Scotch Tapes from 3M include vinyl electrical insulation, high temperature glass cloth, sealing mastic, rubber self-amalgamating and high voltage tapes to provide track resistance, semi-conductive and sheath repairs to 11kV-33kV power cables. Thorne & Derrick distribute the complete range of 3M Scotch Electrical Tapes for the insulation, repair,...
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Published 08 Apr 2021
ANSI Connectors | Medium Voltage Power Cable Connectors for Transformers & Switchgear Bushings from Cooper Power Systems Cooper Power Systems Separable Connectors (ANSI) & Bushings are rated for 15kV, 25kV and 35kV medium voltage power systems in accordance with the following ratings. More Reading | ANSI Connectors | Screened Separable...
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