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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 30 Jan 2026
Enhancing Construction Site Safety with the CableSafe Adjustable Kick Plate Construction site safety isn’t optional, it’s a legal and moral responsibility. With tools, materials and debris is constantly moving across elevated work zones, the risk of dropped objects poses a serious threat to workers below and to the overall...
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Published 30 Jan 2026
What Are Cable Cleats? Cable cleats are mechanical devices used to fix, support, clamp and retain electrical power cables along their routing. They are engineered to restrain cables during short-circuit electromagnetic events, preventing excessive movement that could damage systems or create hazards. Unlike cable ties, cleats are designed and...
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Published 23 Jan 2026
Why Liners are Essential in Cable Cleats and Cable Straps: Protecting Cables, Performance, and Safety When it comes to electrical power installations from LV distribution to MV/HV power networks the small details make a big difference. One element often overlooked by designers and installers is the liner in cable...
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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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