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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 04 Oct 2023
Fall Protection Safety Net Safety is paramount in the construction and industrial industry, and ensuring the well-being of workers and the protection of valuable equipment is a top priority. Workplace safety refers to the measures put in place to prevent injuries, illnesses, accidents, and hazards in a work environment....
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Published 02 Oct 2023
Maximising Solar Assets in the UK by Dathan Eldridge, CEO, Dynamic Energy Solutions Solar power has emerged as a shining star in the global energy landscape, and the United Kingdom is no exception. Over the years, the UK has made significant strides in harnessing the power of the sun...
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Published 25 Sep 2023
PR | Uploaded by Natalie Lundie | Supply Chain: Marketing Lead at Thorne & Derrick Thorne & Derrick, a UK Specialist Distributor for BAND-IT since 1985, have recently specified and supplied an engineered-solution to Wessex Water to improve workplace safety and site security across their pumping and sewerage treatment...
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Published 18 Sep 2023
Safeguarding Multi-Core Cables Ensuring Short Circuit Protection A question Ellis Patents and Thorne & Derrick still get asked on a regular basis is ‘Is it really necessary to use cable cleats for multi-core cables?’ The assumption is that the cable’s inherent strength, with fully encapsulated cores, is sufficient to...
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Published 08 Sep 2023
Cable Safety Hooks Safety Advantage on Construction Sites Prioritise Safety Hook Placement for a Secure Workspace and Accident Prevention Safety should be prioritised above all else in the high-paced construction industry, where productivity and efficiency are critical. With numerous workers, heavy equipment, and machinery on-site, creating a secure workspace...
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