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11kV Cables Jointed, Terminated & Earthed Into MIDEL Filled MV Transformers
April 13th, 2021
MIDEL Ester transformer oils and dielectric fluids are manufactured by M&I Materials in the United Kingdom, the United States, South Africa and India. This robust manufacturing base ensures a secure supply chain and the ability to deliver the ultimate in transformer risk mitigation.
Acknowledged for outstanding performance across the world, MIDEL leads the way in delivering transformer fire protection and environmental safety for utilities and power and distribution transformer manufacturers.
MIDEL is a synthetic transformer oil used for medium – high voltage transformers to BS EN 61099:2010. Supplied in 25 litre container with top handle for safe site handling by cable jointers, SAP’s or HV electrical engineers when topping up transformers and switchgear.
Image Courtesy: Matthew Sibborn is a SAP/ HV Engineer at Power Testing Limited – over 10 years experience working in Electrical Distribution, including LV-MV maintenance and construction.
Thorne & Derrick Specialist Electrical Distributor
Established since 1985, T&D distribute the most extensive range of LV, MV & HV Cable Joints, Cable Terminations & Cable Pulling & Installation Equipment – contact us today for a competitive quotation.
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33kV CTM-11 Groove Transition Joint Installation
April 9th, 2021Pictured: 33kV CTM-11 Groove Transition Joint Installation in Reading, UK
Images Courtesy Of: Jack Whitlock – Faults & Services Manager at JSM Group
T&D distribute Cable Jointing Tools from leading manufacturers including Alroc, Ripley, Boddingtons and Hivotec for all types of LV, MV or HV cable stripping, preparation and jointing requirements – insulated tools are available for live-working on low voltage cables, joints and electrical equipment up to 1,000v.
View the complete range of Cable Jointing Toolsfor stripping and preparing low, medium and high voltage power cables including 11kV, 33kV, 66kV and 132kV-400kV polymeric cables with XLPE or EPR insulation and bonded/peelable semi-conductive cable screens.
Alroc Tools – Cable Jointing Tools (MV HV)
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33kV Ericsson Medium Voltage Cable Joint – Oil Filled to XLPE Cable
April 6th, 2021Pictured: Ericsson 33kV Oil Filled 3 core 800sqmm Cable to XLPE 630sqmm Transition Cable Joint. This image trio displays the high level of MV cable jointing skills required to install oil or G38 hot pour compound filled cable joints.
Image Courtesy of: Simon Chapman (Cable Jointer – Balfour Beatty plc). 
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EHV Cable Splicing | 115kV Stop Joint (Taped)
April 6th, 2021The following images detail the high-skill level required by EHV Cable Jointers in effecting cable splices using hand taping techniques.
The Album has been provided courtesy of: Douglas Page, Instructor & Cable Splicer at Hydro One Training and Development Services
As Ontario’s largest transmission and distribution electricity provider, Hydro One is committed to providing homes and businesses across the province with safe, affordable and reliable electricity.
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400kV DC Overhead Line Stringing (Double Circuit) – Indian Utility
April 6th, 2021Pictured: 400kV DC Overhead Line Stringing (Double Circuit) – Indian Utility.
Image Courtesy of: Gurmit Singh Dhaliwal (Transmission Line 400kV-765kV).
High Voltage Electrical Safety
Thorne & Derrick are the UK’s main stockist for the CATU range of LV-HV Electrical Safety, Overhead Line and Arc Flash PPE Equipment: insulating gloves, rescue hooks, insulated tools, life rescue kits, voltage detectors, short-circuiting and earthing systems and arc flash protective clothing.
T&D and CATU Electrical Safety support the safe working conditions for underground cable jointers and overhead linesmen.
400kV DC Overhead Line Stringing (Double Circuit) – Indian Utility
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