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WHITEPAPER: World’s First 2-Pole HV 13.8KV Non-sparking Generator For Use In Hazardous Areas

Power Generation Equipment In Hazardous Areas

First 2-Pole HV 13.8KV Non-sparking Generator

The BRUSH Group are proud to announce this ground-breaking technological advancement with the official issue of the first in a new series of White Papers, detailing the development and new industry standards surrounding the world’s first Non-sparking 2-pole generator.

This application-led solution reduces procurement, operation and maintenance costs on generators and associated equipment installed in explosive environments.

Launched at the FPSO World Congress event by Roy Beardshaw, BRUSH’s Head of Engineering, the paper details the current industry standards and how this exciting new development can change the use of power generation equipment in hazardous areas.

Chris Abbott, CEO of BRUSH commented: “the innovation that BRUSH has made with the non-sparking high voltage generator truly leads to a step change in the operational flexibility and cost for power generation units in hazardous environments.”

The paper focusses on the limitations of the current industry approach and how this innovative solution not only brings exceptional safety levels, but also offers operators significantly lower running, maintenance and ownership costs.

The intelligent, new BRUSH 2-Pole HV Non-sparking Generator design has gained independent approval and been classed as non-sparking for Zone IIA and IIB gas applications. These are typical operating environments on the open deck of oil rigs, FPSO’s (Floating, Production, Storage and Offloading) vessels and many chemical processing plants.

World’s First Non-sparking 2-pole Generator

WHITEPAPER CONTENTS

• Application Focus: FPSOs and Oil Rigs
• Severity of Risk: Operating in Explosive Environments
• The Current Approach: Evolution, Limitations and Cost Implications
• The BRUSH Innovative Solution: 13.8kV Non-Sparking Generators
• Testing and Inspection to EN 60079-15: Verification and Validation
• Industry Benefits: Reduced Footprint, Faster Start-Up and Lower Maintenance Costs
• Reduced Plant Footprint, Lower Power & Reduced Lifetime Operational Costs
• Setting New Industry Standards for Power Generation in Hazardous Environments

To download the White Paper in full and see how industry standards in power generation within hazardous environments will never be the same click the image below.

DOWNLOAD WHITEPAPER HERE

ABOUT BRUSH

The BRUSH Group has a long and rich history serving power generation customers as an OEM of generation, control, and distribution products. While primarily known for supplying industry leading turbo-generators and power management systems, BRUSH also designs and manufactures transformers and switchgear of equally high quality.

Today, the integrated companies operate as “One BRUSH” with competency centres for 2-Pole & 4-Pole generators, power management and control systems, transformers, switchgear, and OEM services. BRUSH serves the global power generation and distribution markets with a strong foundation of technical knowledge to support grassroots projects, capacity expansions, and drop-in-replacements.

Thorne & Derrick

T&D are Specialist Distributors to UK Distribution Network Operators (DNO’s), NERS Registered Service Providers, ICP’s and HV Jointing Contractors of an extensive range of LV, MV & HV Jointing, Earthing, Substation & Electrical Eqpt – this includes 11kV/33kV/66kV cable joints, terminations and connectors for both DNO and private network applications.

Contact our UK Power Team for competitive quotations, fast delivery from stock and technical support or training on all LV-HV products.

All international sales enquiries can be serviced and supplied by our Export Power Team.

Key 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 

Cembre B-FL750ND | 18V Handheld Cordless Hydraulic Tool With Bilinear Structure

Bilinear Hole Punching Tool

Cembre B-FL750ND

The B-FL750ND 18V Handheld Cordless Hydraulic Tool from Cembre is the new generation of handheld, cordless cable cutting and cable crimping tools, characterised by the “Bilinear” structure of the tool’s mechanics.

Operator comfort and convenience are key factors in producing repeatedly consistent high integrity crimped joints. Cembre ‘ND’ bilinear tools have their mechanical centre of gravity nearest to the operator’s wrist to optimise the overall ergonomics of the tool and provide a wider support for the hand.

Thus the innovative misalignment between the pump drive mechanism and the hydraulic system both reduce the torque generated on the operator’s wrist and best distribute the stresses acting on the hand.

A greater punch speed and punching force result from a revitalised hydraulic system with double speed action. The balanced punching head pivots 180deg through a full 360deg rotation for ease of use in confined spaces.

Equipped with intelligent automatic return at the end of the pressing cycle (Smart Release) and Li-Ion 18 V-2Ah rechargeable high capacity batteries.

Fitted with a maximum pressure sensor for enhanced precision and repeatability of the maximum pressure cycle, and a pressure relief valve providing additional safety for the operator.

The Electronic Pressure Sensor (EPS) guarantees the precision of the crimping operation, checking the actual value of pressure and informing the operator about possible errors.

The OLED display provides essential real time operating data, including:

• generated crimping force thus verifying accordance with best practice
• battery charge status
• general operating information
• the number of work cycles completed and remaining before recommended maintenance.

Weight and balance have been reconfigured to yield improvements in handling and convenience. The more rigid structure of the bi-component plastic body provides greater mechanical protection while its rubber inserts boost operator safety and comfort.

Quieter operation, illumination of the working area via LED lights and a minimum of vibration enhance the tool’s practicality.

The integrated memory card enables the user to store data from up to 200,000 compression cycles for transfer to a computer via a USB cable. (SMARTOOL technology).

Cembre B-FL750ND |  Bilinear Puller Type Hole Punching Tool

Cembre B-FL750ND

Operating features:

• Bilinear mechanical design
• Smart Release system to automatically retract the ram at the end of the crimping cycle
• OLED multifunctional display with touch button
• Electronic Pressure Sensor (EPS)
• SMARTOOL technology for viewing and downloading operational data
• 180° rotating head
• Start button protected against accidental operation
• Manual pressure release button
• Illumination of working area via 4 x LED lights
• Bi-component plastic body
• Ergonomic design for operator comfort
• Li-Ion 18.0 V-2Ah rechargeable high capacity battery
• Battery connection system with release button.

18V Handheld Cordless Hydraulic Tool

Technical Characteristics

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Vinyl Electrical Tape | A Toolbox Essential from 3M Electrical

Electrical Tapes

Any electrician will tell you that no toolbox is complete without vinyl electrical tape.

Using it feels like second nature. Whether you’re splicing, re-jacketing or labelling, you can unwind it, stretch it and wrap it with unparalleled ease. In the cold winter months you tuck it into your coat pocket to keep it warm, and in the summertime the empty cases become storage boxes for your fishing flies, kept at the ready for when the day is done.

What would you do

if there was no electrical tape?

A life without this sticky companion might sound like a nightmare, but for early electricians that scenario was a reality – because electrical tape simply didn’t exist.

In fact, the vinyl electrical tape that we all know and love came into existence 70 years ago, when 3M inventors Snell, Oace, and Eastwold created it and saved electricians from the weak, corrosive and rot-prone tape of yore, which was made of tar-coated cotton with a vulcanized rubber adhesive.

Electrical tape has evolved with you in mind so you can find the best tape for your job.

A lot has changed in the world of vinyl electrical tape since its inception in the 1940’s – today there’s almost more tape selection than you can handle. If you’ve ever wondered about the history of tape – look no further. Some of the facts in this infographic may surprise you!➡ This handy-selector guide shows the differences between 3M’s vinyl electrical tapes so you can be sure that you’re keeping the right one for you – right at hand.

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3M Electrical | Expert Tip: Why You Should Choose Premium Electrical Tape

3M Electrical Tapes

Electrical tape is second nature to you – used so frequently it’s often something that you don’t think twice about.

But is the electrical tape you’re picking up strong enough for your job?

Choosing a premium electrical tape from 3M Electrical can make a difference in efficiency, quality, workmanship – and overall safety.

Here’s what you need to know about choosing electrical tape for long-lasting performance.

What is the difference between premium and general use electrical tape?

Premium tapes like Scotch® Super 88 and Scotch® Super 33+™ Vinyl Electrical Tape can help improve performance versus a mid-grade or general use electrical tape that is designed for bundling and pulling wire and cable.

3M Electrical Tapes

➡ Did you know? 3M invented vinyl electrical tape in 1946!

What makes premium electrical tape “premium”?

The elongation (high-stretch), elasticity (memory), and adhesion (bond) capabilities of the electrical tape contributes to an overall better underlying seal aiding in weather and corrosion resistance – the Scotch tape also acts as an outer layer for extra UV and abrasion resistance.

What should you look for when choosing a premium electrical tape?

For me it comes down to efficiency, performance, and elasticity.

That’s why I recommend Scotch® Professional Grade Heavy Duty Vinyl Electrical Tape Super 88 and Scotch® Super 33+™ Vinyl Electrical Tape.

Key benefits of these premium, professional grade electrical tapes include:

• excellent cold weather performance
• water resistance
• mechanical protection
• stretch and memory for easier taping of irregular objects

Another added bonus is that Scotch® Professional Grade Heavy Duty Vinyl Electrical Tape Super 88 is available in various widths.

Oftentimes, when talking electrical tape with electricians I reinforce a “decision-making trifecta”, which really means factoring in application(s), weather, and environmental/field conditions when it’s time for them to restock on electrical tape.

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3M Scotch | Choosing The Right Electrical Tape For Your Application

3M Scotch Electrical Tapes

There are many electrical tapes on the market, and it can be difficult to choose the right one for your specific application.

Each type of Scotch Electrical tape is designed for specific applications and using the wrong one can impact the quality of your installation and/or repair.

Here are three applications and my recommendations for the most suitable electrical tapes for each. These applications are:

• Environmental sealing and re-jacketing of cables LV MV HV
• Low-voltage primary insulating
• Medium-voltage primary insulating and waterproofing of cables, joints and accessories

1. Choose mastic tapes for environmental sealing and re-jacketing

Mastic tapes are effective for environmental sealing applications – and for good reason.

Their sticky adhesive allows them to seal on most surfaces and they can easily fuse to themselves. This is important because, as you wrap the tape, it creates a strong and reliable seal. It’s important to remember that, when working on a cable jacket, you will need abrasion resistance. Also, keep in mind that not all mastic tapes are created equal and each have their own purposes.

Here is what you need to know when choosing a 3M™ Mastic Tape:

• For normal sealing and filling, I recommend using 3M™ Scotch-Seal™ Mastic Tape 2229 or Scotch® Rubber Mastic Tape 2228. They’re designed to help you get your job done just right and efficiently.  From the thick construction of 3M™ Scotch-Seal™ Mastic Tape 2229 to the easy release liner on Scotch® Rubber Mastic Tape 2228 that allows for quick application build–up. Both options work well for environmental sealing applications, especially 3M™ Scotch-Seal™ Mastic Tape 2229 for filling.
• For re-jacking applications, I recommend using Scotch® Cable Jacket Repair Tape 2234. This flame-retardant mastic acts as a barrier and offers optimized adhesion on jacket materials for longer lasting seals, and great abrasion resistance.

Watch this video on how to apply 3M™ Scotch-Seal™ Mastic Tape 2229.

Watch this video to see how you can repair a cable jacket with 3M™ Mastic Tapes.

2. Choose vinyl tapes for low-voltage primary insulating.

Before you start your low-voltage cable splicing (600V and less) project, ask yourself where the cable splice is going to be.

If it’s in a sealed box, or in an environment that is always dry, vinyl electrical tape is the best choice because it has excellent dielectric strength and durability.

If the splice will be buried or could become wet, vinyl electrical tape alone won’t be enough.

To ensure the longevity and durability of the application, you will also need to seal the splice. The easiest way to do this is by using a rubber tape first and then covering it with vinyl electrical tape.

Here is what you need to know when choosing a 3M™ Vinyl Tape:

• For dry low-voltage splicing, I recommend Scotch® Professional Grade Vinyl Electrical Tape Super 88 because it is thicker and will help provide additional protection.
• For wet low-voltage splicing, I recommend starting first with a rubber tape like Scotch® Linerless Rubber Splicing Tape, 130C – it’s highly conformable and self-fusing. Next, apply Scotch® Professional Grade Vinyl Electrical Tape Super 88 or Scotch® Super 33+™ Vinyl Electrical Tape on top for abrasion resistance and additional UV protection.

Watch this video on how to apply Scotch® Grade Vinyl Electrical Tape Super 88.

3. Choose rubber tapes for medium-voltage primary insulating and waterproofing.

If you need to splice a primary cable and for whatever reason using a cold shrink product like 3M™ Cold Shrink Splice QS-III is not an option, a splice can be made of tape as long as the proper steps are followed.

To do this, you will need two different types of rubber tape: Scotch® Electrical Semi-Conducting Tape 13 to rebuild the semi-conductive layers, and Scotch® Linerless Rubber Splicing Tape, 130C to rebuild the insulation. When installed correctly, these two rubber tapes self-fuse without leaving any air gaps behind – and this is key in these applications. You can cover the splice using rejacketing tapes or vinyl tapes.

Watch this video on how to apply Scotch® Linerless Rubber Splicing Tape, 130C.

Thorne & Derrick Stockist & Supplier | 3M Scotch Electrical Tapes