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Published 23 May 2022
HV Cable Current Ratings FEM Current Rating Solution The customer required HV cable current ratings for an installation involving multiple (6) zones of backfilled soil with Thermal Resistivity (TR) varying between 1.2 – 5.2 K.m/W plus the resistivity of the native soil needed to be considered. The IEC Standard...
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Published 19 May 2022
uploaded by Chris Dodds | Sales & Marketing Manager at Thorne & Derrick Thorne & Derrick are privileged to partner with EDS HV Group and support career opportunities within the Wind Industry via their Talent Pool. Are you an existing Senior Authorised Person (SAP) within the wind industry? Are...
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Published 18 May 2022
Welcome to our industry bulletin – VOLTS. So what is VOLTS? VOLTS is our monthly round-up of industry news, projects, videos, technical tips, training information, promotions, webinars and career opportunities from Thorne & Derrick. Take a moment to Follow Us on LinkedIn to receive future VOLTS. pROJECTS & NEWS...
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Published 11 May 2022
This article is intended to highlight IEC standard and specification updates in relation to short-circuit testing and purchasing of cable cleats. The previous 2nd Edition of IEC 61914:2015 has now been withdrawn and replaced with IEC 61914:2021 – the 3rd Edition of the standard. This edition constitutes a technical...
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Published 09 May 2022
What Are Cable Cleats? “A cable cleat is a device designed to secure electrical cables when installed at intervals along the length of the cables” – IEC 61914 Cable Cleats for Electrical Installations “Cable cleats should: Prevent excessive cable movement due to fault-current magnetic forces Be rated for specific...
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