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Ellis Patents Extend Vulcan+ Cable Cleat Range To Accommodate Smaller Cables

Ellis Patents Vulcan+ Cable Cleat Range Extended

Thorne & Derrick | Cable Cleats Distributed from Stock | Approved Supplier | UK & Export Sales

Vulcan+ Cable Cleats

Due to popular demand, Ellis Patents have extended their VULCAN+ cable cleat range to include six new products that can accommodate cables from as small as Ø10mm in Quad formation, Ø15mm in Trefoil formation and Ø18mm in Single formation.

Thorne & Derrick International, based in the UK, stock and distribute the complete range of cable cleats and cable hangers manufactured by Ellis Patents including Vulcan cleats for short circuit retention and cable protection of LV (Low Voltage), MV (Medium Voltage) and HV (High Voltage) cable systems in single-way or trefoil or quad installation.

The Ellis Vulcan+ cable cleat has been designed, developed, tested and manufactured in accordance with IEC 61914 (cable cleats for electrical installations).

The frame of the cleat is manufactured from corrosion resistant 316L grade stainless steel, the cable is supported by a liner manufactured form a low smoke zero halogen (LSOH) material. The closure fixings are manufactured from A4-70 grade stainless steel. Vulcan+ can be fixed to the supporting structure by either one or two M10 fixings.

Ellis Patents VULCAN+

SINGLE/TREFOIL Cable Cleats

• 316L Stainless Steel Frame & Fixings
• Soft LSF Polymeric Liner Protects Cable Sheath
• Captive Closure Fixings For Fast Install
• Short Circuit & Mechanically Tested To IEC 61914
• ABS & DNV Type Approved & Also UL Listed

Vulcan+ Single or Trefoil Cable Cleat Dimensions

Ellis Patents VULCAN+

quad Cable Cleats

• 316L Stainless Steel Frame & Fixings
• Soft LSF Polymeric Liner Protects Cable Sheath
• Captive Closure Fixings For Fast Install
• Short Circuit & Mechanically Tested To IEC 61914
• ABS Type Approved & UL Listed

Vulcan+ Quad Cable Cleat Dimensions

Further Reading

• Cable Cleats | Importance of Short Circuit Testing by Ellis Patents
• Cable Cleats | Importance, How To Specify & International Standards
• Important Factors You Need To Consider When Working With Cable Cleats

THORNE & DERRICK

Thorne & Derrick are national distributors of LV, MV & HV Cable Installation, Jointing, Substation & Electrical Equipment – servicing businesses involved in cabling, jointing, substation, earthing, overhead line and electrical construction at LV, 11kV, 33kV, 66kV and EHV. Supplying a complete range of power cable accessories to support the installation and maintenance of low/medium and high voltage power systems:

• Slip-on Cable Terminations
• Cold-shrink Cable Terminations
• Heat-shrink Cable Terminations
• Cable Joints – Heat & Cold-shrink
• Separable Connectors (Euromold)
• Surge Arresters & Switchgear/Transformer Bushings

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 

33kV Cable Stripping | Bonded Semicon Removal Using Ripley US02

Application | Stripping 33kV Cable BS7870 XLPE AWS Single Core 500sqmm

Using | Ripley US02 Bonded Semicon Screen Removal Tool

Contractor | Direct Jointing & Power Services Ltd

Cable Jointer & Company Director | Daniel Sowden

Direct Jointing & Power Services Ltd | Installing & Maintaining High Voltage Cables & Power Networks up to 33kV

Contact | [email protected] | 07468533057

More Information | US02-7000 Semicon Shaving Tool | Ripley US02 | Cable Tool HV

33kV Cable Preparation | Pre-Polish

33kV Cable Preparation | Post Polishing

Cable Preparation Tools | Distributed From Stock | Approved Supplier 

Ripley US02-7000

Semicon Shaver & Stripping Tool manufactured by Ripley Tools quickly and easily removes bonded semi-con from MV & HV power cables without the requirement for lubrication.

The semicon tool has a unique blade shape which preserves the smooth surface on the XLPE insulation of medium voltage cables typically distributing electrical power at 11kV and 33kV voltages – the Ripley US02 tool eliminates the need for deburring or additional surface finishing of the cable insulation. Its optimal stability design securely supports cables with diameters from 18 mm to 60 mm throughout the shaving operation of the cable preparation process, prior to jointing or terminating medium voltage cables.

The US02 tool provides an exceptionally smooth finish and does not require lubricating grease as the integral wheels provide a sustained motion during the cable preparation process – the US02 has four settings on it that adjust the pitch as it winds down the cable and a stop that enables the jointer to provide a square cut to finish off. The settings are 0.5mm, 1mm, 1.5mm and 2mm.

Thorne & Derrick are now Official Distributors for the Vicera range of Cable Jointing Stands – the introduction of this new product range is an excellent extension to our core ranges of Cable Jointing, Pulling Equipment & Preparation Tooling and we look forward to further supporting efficient, easier and more reliable power cable installations.

Thorne & Derrick distribute the most extensive range of MV HV Medium & High Voltage Cable Joints, Terminations & Connectors from manufacturers including 3M, Prysmian, Nexans Euromold, Elastimold, Pfisterer CONNEX & SEANEX. Heat shrink, cold shrink, push-on and slip-over cable accessories enable the jointing, terminating and connection of 11kV-33kV and 66kV-132kV cables to oil, air or gas insulated switchgear, transformers, motors and overhead lines distributing electricity at medium/high voltages.

T&D hold large stocks of 11kV 33kV 66kV Joints & Terminations suitable for XLPE, PILC and EPR cables, in both heat shrink and Cold Shrink technologies, to service the medium/high voltage power cable accessory requirements of UK and international customers.

Dropped Objects Prevention Work Mat: Enhancing Safety on Elevated Gratings

Dropped Objects Prevention Work Mat: Enhancing Safety on Elevated Gratings

Dropped Object Prevention Work Mat Enhancing Safety on Elevated Gratings

The CableSafe® Dropped Object Prevention Work Mat serves as a reliable resource for protecting tools and equipment from falling through the grating and is designed for use in wet and slippery conditions. It is also designed to protect your flooring or walkways from damage – matting is used for dropped object prevention across all industries and workplace applications.

One area where safety is important is when working at a height, especially on elevated gratings, catwalks, and platforms. The risk of dropped tools or equipment poses a significant hazard, potentially damaging equipment or causing fatalities.

Safety at work is of utmost importance when working on elevated platforms, especially if there are personnel or contractors working underneath. Dropped objects are still, unfortunately, a common contributor to severe accidents in industrial facilities across different sectors globally.

Thorne & Derrick supply the complete range of Safety Tools & Equipment to enable safe working in sectors such as the construction, renewables, data centres, rail, manufacturing and oil, gas, petrochemical industries.

dROPPED oBJECTS PREVENTION MATS

wHAT ARE THEY?

The CableSafe Dropped Objects Prevention Work Mats are designed to allow personnel to work confidently on grating surfaces, as they serve as a dual purpose for the following:

• Protection : This mat prevents tools and equipment from falling through grate openings and holes
• Safety: Personnel can easily work efficiently without worrying about dropped objects, especially during maintenance, turnarounds, inspections, and daily operations

Flame RetardAnt / Fire retardant

CableSafe Dropped Object Prevention Work Mats are available with flame retardant and fire resistant coated polyester fabric. This fabric is crafted with coated polyester mesh fabric, and it has a tear strength of 330N (DIN 53363). This range of flame retardant mats is available with spanners and is available with a flame-resistant material that is made of fibreglass double coated polyurethane and can withstand temperatures of up to 550°C.

The CableSafe Dropped Objects Prevention Work Mat is available with a flame-resistant material that is made of fibreglass double coated polyurethane. It can withstand temperatures of up to 550 °C.

The fire resistant mats are available with spanners or with magnets.

Work mAts

hOW TO CONNECT THEM:

• Prevention Work Mats can be secured with 14 strong magnets, which attach to the grating. The magnets in the hem are rated at 84N each, making them one of the strongest in the market to ensure that the mats are secured properly.

The CableSafe Dropped Objects Prevention Work Mat is a high-quality, reusable, and cost-effective safety tool that significantly reduces the risk of dropped objects and is fast and easy to install.

Applications

• Marine & shipbuilding / Shipyards
• Metal gratings
• Elevated work platforms
• Walkways & catwalks
• Maintenance projects & industrial turnaround
• Oil and gas, refineries and power plants
• Offshore platforms, terminals and rigs
• Manufacturing facilities

Objects known to frequently cause accidents are hand tools or equipment left behind after a task, as well as equipment mounted in an elevated location that has the potential to fall due to movement or environmental conditions.

Benefits of the Prevention Work Mats

• Risk Reduction: Minimises the risk of dropped objects, protecting personnel and equipment
• Reusable: This range of high-quality mats can be used repeatedly to protect people in the workplace
• Fast Installation: No complicated setup– simply lay it down and secure it which helps reduce downtime and risk of workplace injuries and easy to deploy, fold and reuse
• Used as temporary Work Mat for dropped objects prevention
• Prevents small tools, fasteners & foreign objects falling from elevated work platforms creating a safer work environment
• Fire Resistant / Flame Retardant fabric available for heat sensitive areas

CABLE SAFETY EQUIPMENT

CableSafe® Safety solutions are critical cable essentials and are well proven construction safety products. The CableSafe® range of cable hooks can be used during maintenance, turnaround, outages, shutdowns, construction work to suspend cables and hoses and other work gear and equipment from the working space.

Cembre Cable Glands | MAXIBLOCK & MAXIBRASS New Ranges

Cembre designs and manufactures solutions for the connection, glanding and termination of electrical conductors: including connectors, cable lugs and installation tools for cutting and crimping cables.

Cembre MAXIBLOCK & MAXIBRASS Cable Glands

Thorne & Derrick are a UK Specialist Distributor for Cembre, the leading European Manufacturer of electrical connectors, crimping tools, cutting tools and a variety of accessories for LV, MV & HV (Low, Medium and High Voltage) power systems. Designed for working in and around switchgear and control panels, Cembre tools are ideal for installing low and medium voltage connectors and cable lugs.

MAXIblock & MAXIbrass rANGES

Cembre have expanded the new range of MAXIblock & MAXIbrass cable glands, which are becoming more flexible and practical for equipment and electrical panel applications.

• Cembre MAXIblock 1940.M Metric Thread 1.5 Pitch
• Cembre MAXIbrass 2940.M Metric Thread 1.5 Pitch

This new range of MAXIblock and MAXIbrass cable glands manufactured by Cembre allow the passage of cables with a larger diameter, saving space and time on installations by becoming increasingly flexible and practical compared to the standard range of cable glands which makes it possible to install large diameter cables.

The 1940.M and 2940.M series are characterised by the extended cable entry compared to the standard range, a longer thread makes installation on thick plates easier.

Extended Cable Entry | EV CHarging Points

The installation of cables with larger diameters is now possible due to the extended cable entry. An extension on the entry thread makes it possible to install on thicker sheet metal.

The 1940.M and 2940.M series are in fact characterised by an extended clamping range compared to the standard range. In this way, the needs of installers and customers are met by maximising the relationship between the diameter of the cable and the entry hole in the electric panel or equipment.

ev cHARGING POINTS

The new designs of the MAXIblock 1940.M and MAXIbrass 2940.M are ideal for applications such as EV chargers and wind turbines.

With the same thread as the standard range, the 1940.M and 2940.M allow the passage of cables with a larger diameter, saving space and time on installations. Additionally, a longer thread also makes installation on thick plates easier.

• Ideal for EV chargers and wind turbines
• Single hole on electrical panel for multiple uses
• Stop using adaptors

IP Protection

Cembre Cable Glands

Cable glands are mechanical cable entry devices that attach, secure and terminate cable ends to an electrical enclosure or directly into equipment providing for mechanical support, earth continuity for armoured/braided cables and protect against the ingress of dust and moisture according to the ingress protection (IP) rating.

Benefits

• Ingress protection IP68 guarantees protection against water and dust
• Temperature range: -40°C a +100°C (Static) of operating temperature
• MAXIblock and MAXIbrass are NEMA Certified
• VDE Certification provides a guaranteed safe use of the product for the user

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 connectors.

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 | Cold Shrink

T&D are Specialist Distributors of LV MV HV Cable Installation, Jointing, Substation & Electrical Equipment – we supply companies in the onshore and offshore wind, solar, rail, oil/gas, data centre, battery storage and utility sectors with products to enable the energisation, operation and maintenance of underground cables and overhead lines.

Thorne & Derrick Business Review with Nexans Power Accessories

The significance of todays invitation to Nexans UK Office could not be over-estimated. Nor can our success story with Nexans Power Accessories be possibly exaggerated; sky-rocketing sales with global and UK major new projects and clients secured. This includes their market-leading brand of Euromold Connectors for energising medium voltage power systems.

Mark Davies take a bow – I delighted in explaining and evidencing our personal gratitude to you today as a business. Central to our WINS. Grafter. Absolute born-winner, world-class customer service provider and loyal servant to Nexans, for 25 years.

Many thanks Joe Roberts for setting-up the business meeting and listening to our sector reviews, future thoughts, next step plans and direction of travel with Nexans.

THORNE & DERRICK, Specialist Distributors of LV-HV Cable Accessories, Jointing, Tooling, Substation & Electrical Safety Eqpt look forward to achieving more mutual success and market share with Elyette Roux (Nexans Managing Director – Vice President Global Business Unit) across the US, Europe and UK; your passion and vision is infectious and influential.

Nexans Power Accessories | Castleford UK.

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