Horizon Utility Supplies Introducing Cable Safety Improvements to UK DNO’s

Published 25 Jan 2024

Horizon Utility Supplies Introducing Cable Safety Improvements to UK DNO's

Press Release | 26.1.2024

Thorne & Derrick, the Specialist Distributor of LV HV Cable Accessories, Tooling & Substation Equipment, are delighted to announce a Partnership Agreement with Horizon Utility Supplies Ltd, one of the largest suppliers of Tools & Equipment to the UK DNO’s.

“Our Partnership Agreement is focussed on the introduction of the Vicera APU2.0 Cable Jointers Stand to the UK DNO’s and National Grid. Initial interest and sales uptake has been outstanding with immediate acceptance by several utility clients of Horizon and field trials ongoing with others. The APU2.0 is now available from stock at Horizon – please do hesitate contact them for further information, site demonstration or sales enquiries.”

“Thorne & Derrick introduced the Vicera range into the UK early last year and the product has been adopted by many High Voltage Power Contractors, ICP’s, Cable & Accessory Manufacturers including Nexans, 3M, Hellenic, NKT, Tyco and Pfisterer. Working alongside the team at Horizon we look forward to improving cable safety and working practices within the UK DNO’s,” comments Chris Dodds (Thorne & Derrick Sales & Marketing Manager).

“Horizon Utility Supplies are excited to announce our partnership with Thorne & Derrick, for promoting the Vicera APU2.0 Cable Jointer Stand into the major utilities in the Electricity Supply Industry. This collaboration allows us to use the strengths of both companies to deliver workplace solutions to our customers and reflects our shared dedication to meet the evolving needs of our industry.”

“The Vicera range of products offers a great opportunity to kick-start our Partnership, fitting perfectly into our portfolio of products for the supply of equipment for the care and maintenance of the utility network within UK DNO’s. We are very much looking forward to working with our partners at Thorne & Derrick,” comments Richard Casey (Horizon Utility Supplies, Managing Director).

Horizon Utility Supplies Introducing Cable Safety Improvements to UK DNO's

Cable Safety | The Vicera APU2.0 Jointers Stand for both field or training centre use provides safe and stable support of Low, Medium & High Voltage Cables – the cable stands are suitable for cable diameters 18-90mm with adjustable height for substation, joint bays or trench use.

APU2.0 | Cable Stability & Support for MV HV Cable Jointing & Termination

The Vicera APU2.0 Jointers Stand for both field or training centre use provides safe and stable support of Low, Medium & High Voltage Cables – the cable stands are suitable for cable diameters 18-90mm with adjustable height for substation, joint bays or trench use.

The Cable Joint Stands feature step-less lateral and tilt adjustment and high strength clamps to prevent cable slippage or movement while jointing – secure and balanced cables when Jointers are undertaking highly skill-sensitive cable preparation prevents inadvertent damage to cables and future potential O&M reliability.

The cable support stands are rugged and durable for outdoor use in joint bays and trenches in all ground terrain conditions – this includes the support of 11kV/33kV/66kV cables to enable precise cable preparation by the Jointer prior to installation of joints, terminations or connectors on medium/high voltage power cables.

Stability & Security of Power Cables

Horizon Utility Supplies Introducing Cable Safety Improvements to UK DNO's

Horizon Utility Suppliers were established in 1996 specialising in the distribution of equipment and PPE for working live on overhead power lines and underground cables – Horizon hold a reputation for engineering custom-solutions to provide problem solving and innovative products for Linesmen, Jointers, Substation Fitters & Utility Engineers.

Tel: +44 (0)1275 342700 | [email protected]