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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:
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Published 25 Oct 2022
CEMBRE CBLIGHT Cembre is a leading European manufacturer of electrical connectors, crimping tools, cutting tools and a variety of accessories for LV (Low Voltage), MV (Medium Voltage) and HV (High Voltage) power systems. Designed for switchgear and control panels, Cembre tools are ideal for installing low and medium voltage...
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Published 19 Oct 2022
Cable Installation & Cable Socks Thorne & Derrick together with Slingco offer pulling and supporting to power & subsea cables in the wind sector. Slingco have developed a comprehensive range of cable grips (commonly referred to as cable socks) specifically tailored to the needs of the renewable energy sector....
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Published 19 Oct 2022
Thorne & Derrick, distributors of a range of Cable Pulling & Laying equipment, are pleased to announce that Slingco’s innovative Catchblock has received formal approval from Network Rail and National Highways (formerly Highways England). In addition, National Grid has now endorsed the use of the Slingco Catchblock system. Catchblock...
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Published 17 Oct 2022
CEMBRE Bilinear Cordless Crimping Tools ND Series, Battery Crimping Tools 18.0V – 2.0 Ah Cembre have launched a new generation of hand-held cordless battery crimping tools, characterised by a “Bilinear” mechanical design. Operator comfort and convenience are key factors in producing repeatedly consistent high integrity crimped joints. Thorne & Derrick...
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Published 16 Oct 2022
Cable Terminations 3M Cold Shrink Guest Article by 3M Electrical From lost time to repairs, cable failure can result in costly power outages. Often, these failures are the result of electrical stress. Improper cable termination stress control can result in premature electrical aging and can lead to failures. It...
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