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Essential Reading – Medium Voltage Cable Accessories Book Published By Nexans

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The essential read for Medium-High Voltage Electrical Engineers, Cable Jointers & Utility Professionals from Nexans, the global cable and cabling experts.

Purchase your copy today by clicking the BUY NOW button below.

MEDIUM VOLTAGE CABLE ACCESSORIES BOOK PUBLISHED BY NEXANS

• Format: Hardback
• Extent: 160pp
• Size: 300x215mm [Nexans 11kV 33kV Cable Jointers Book]
• ISBN: 978-0-9573785-0-6
• RRP: £79.99
• Illustrations: Nexans Power Accessories (UK)
• Publication Date: March 2013

Nexans (Euromold) manufacture high voltage Screened Separable Connectors (Elbow & Bolted Tee), Cable Joints & Cable Terminations (Cold Shrink & Heat Shrink), Bushings and Surge Arresters are available to suit 11kV, 33kV and up to 66kV distribution networks. Review our Price List and contact us with your enquiries.

Via the Chapter links below, we provide an overview of each Chapter to allow you to browse the contents before buying.

Cable accessories account for the least capital expenditure of a distribution network but can prove to be the weakest component of the system because they have to be assembled on site. This book examines the detailed workings of accessories and provides information to assist engineers and jointers who are responsible for specifying and installing medium voltage cable accessories.

Terminations, separable connectors, cable joints and associated equipment such as cable glands and cleats are examined in detail with explanations of the various technologies used. Great emphasis is placed on failure modes and methods of preventing potential problems in service.

By following the information presented, the reliability of accessories will be improved thus reducing the cost of expensive failures.

This book will appeal to Lead Electrical Engineers, Electrical Project Engineers, Principal Electrical Engineers, Plant Engineers, LV HV EHV Cable Jointers, ATEX Inspectors, Substation Commissioning Managers, LV HV EHV Project Managers, Buyers & Procurement Managers, SAP’s and Sales Managers & Engineers.

Chapter 1     An Introduction

Chapter 2     Electrical Breakdown Of Air & Solid Dielectrics 

Chapter 3     Some Practical Examples Of Mixed Dielectrics In Medium Voltage Cable Accessories

Chapter 4     Some Notes On Medium Voltage Cable Preparation

Chapter 5     Treating The Screen Cut On Medium Voltage Polymeric Cables

Chapter 6     Stress Control On Medium Voltage Paper Belted Cables

Chapter 7     Stress Control In Medium Voltage Polymeric Cable Accessories

Chapter 8     Medium Voltage Cable Terminations 1 – A Practical Appraisal

Chapter 9     Medium Voltage Cable Terminations 2 – Separable Connectors

Chapter 10     Medium Voltage Cable Terminations 3 – Earthing

Chapter 11     Medium Voltage Cable Terminations 4 – The Effects Of Moisture

Chapter 12     Medium Voltage Cable Joints – An Overview

Chapter 13     Earthing Of Medium Voltage Single Core Cables

Chapter 14     Type Testing Of Medium Voltage Cable Accessories

Chapter 15     Medium Voltage Surge Arresters

Chapter 16     Testing of Cable & Equipment

Chapter 17     Cable Supports

Chapter 18     Recent Developments In Medium Voltage Cable Accessories

Chapter 19     A Review of Medium Voltage Cable Accessories

NEXANS pOWER CABLE ACCESSORIES

In January 2018 Thorne & Derrick International, based in the UK, signed a UK Distribution Agreement with Nexans Power Accessories UK.

T&D 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 maintenance and installation of HV transformers and switchgear.

• 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

Signing the new Nexans Power Accessories UK Distribution Agreement is a key part of Thorne & Derrick’s growth strategy for the next 5 years.

With T&D’s knowledge and experience of stocking and supplying Medium & High Voltage Cable Accessories this new partnership with Nexans delivers the most complete range of Joints, Terminations and Connectors for medium voltage power systems.

Training Courses & Services For Cable Jointers

Empower your CV and skill-set by grasping the 66kV Jointer Training opportunity. Jointers must currently be 33kV Competent and experienced to be ready to undertake the step-up to 66kV from 33kV. 11kV Jointer Training Courses also available.

Thorne & Derrick

Nexans Main UK Stockist & Distributor

Contact us for Competitive Prices & Fast Delivery from Stocks for Heat Shrink, Cold Shrink & EPDM Rubber Connectors, Joints & Terminations up to 66kV.

Go to our Price List and contact us with your enquiries.

Heat Shrink Cable Accessories for 11kV Triplex Cables

Thorne & Derrick International are specialist distributors of LV, MV & HV Cable Accessories, Jointing, Substation & Electrical Equipment – servicing UK and global businesses involved in cable installations, jointing, substation, overhead line and electrical construction at LV, 11kV, 33kV, 66kV and EHV.

Stocking & Supplying | Duct Seals | Cable Cleats | Cable Glands | Electrical Safety | Arc Flash Protection | Jointing Tools | Cable Pulling Eqpt | Earthing & Lightning Protection | Feeder Pillars | Cable Joints LV | Joints & Terminations MV HV

Euromold MV HV | Cable Terminations, Connectors, Elbows & Joints

FREE to ENROL | Cable Quality Seminar By BASEC

What’s the value of quality to you?

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Cable Quality is often overlooked when building specification decisions are made, which can result in costly damage and potential loss of life.

BASEC has been in the business of independently testing and certifying cable products and their manufacturing facilities, to internationally recognised standards, for over 45 years.

With a rigorous programme of auditing, inspection and testing their goal is to ensure the cable you specify, source and install is compliant, safe and fit-for-purpose.

The Cable Quality Seminar is designed for anyone and everyone who is working to deliver projects which include cable installations.

Understanding the implications of poor-quality cable and increased awareness of independent cable verification is paramount to your project’s success.

Join us at Tratos to learn how BASEC, recognised instantly in the worldwide cable industry, can help you to be compliant.

Do not miss your opportunity to build your awareness of cable quality.

Register below to attend our event for free now.

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Itinerary

• 10:00 – Registration
• 10:30 – The value of independently verified cable
• 11:00 – BASEC introduction and technical capability
• 12.15 – Lunch
• 13.30 – Tratos Laboratory Tour
• 15.30 – Close

BASEC Cable Quality Seminar

The British Approvals Service for Cables (BASEC) is a recognised sign of assurance of independent cable testing and approval. As an independent body, BASEC has for nearly 40 years been a mark of reassurance to those specifying cable.

About Tratos

Tratos is a cable manufacturer, leader in Electrical, Electronic and Fibre Optic cable technology.

• LV Low Voltage Cables – Energy
• MV Medium Voltage Cables – Energy
• HV High Voltage Cables – Energy
• Fire Resistant Cables
• High Temperature Cables
• Marine Cables
• Mining & Tunneling Cables
• Oil & Gas Cables
• Overhead Conductor Cables
• Reeling Cables
• Submarine Cables & Umbilicals

Tratos serves worldwide markets, creating bespoke solutions where necessary and manufacturing to an exceptionally high standard.

For 50 years Tratos major clients have included electrical contracting and manufacturing organisations and electricity distributors all over the world.

Working with them has resulted in the most comprehensive range of cables for all their clients.

News: Tratos is the first to achieve BASEC approval for medium voltage cables.

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 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 

10 Important Precautions When Working On Low Voltage Energized Equipment

10 Important Precautions When Working On Low Voltage Energized Equipment (photo credit – pacificsource.net)

With Kind Permission of: Edvard Csanyi (Editor-In-Chief & Electrical Engineer at EEP)

For most work, the electrical equipment must be de-energized because there is a high risk of injury to workers if they work on energized equipment. It may be possible to schedule such work outside of normal work hours to limit the inconvenience.

“Sometimes it is not practicable to completely disconnect low-voltage equipment before working on it.”

For example, it may be necessary to have equipment running in order to test it or fine-tune it. In such cases, the work must be performed by workers who are qualified and authorized to do the work. They must follow written safe work procedures.

You should observe the following important precautions when working on energized equipment, but note that these are not a substitute for proper training and written safe work procedures:

1. Think ahead

Assess all of the risks associated with the task. Plan the whole job in advance so that you can take every precaution, including arranging for help in case of paralyzing shock. Consider the use of a pre-job safety meeting to discuss the job with all workers before starting the work.

2. Know the system

Accurate, up-to-date information should be available to those who work on the system. This means that you should know all equipment installed according to the valid documentation (technical specifications, single line diagrams, wiring diagrams, block schemes etc.).

Be careful, sometimes equipment stated in documentation can differ from the one installed on site – due to the replacing of old (damaged) equipment with the new with similar characteristics.

3. Limit the exposure

Have live parts exposed for as little time as necessary. This does not mean that you should work hastily. Be organized so that the job can be done efficiently.

4. Cover exposed live metal

Use insulating barriers or shields to cover live parts. Plexiglas plates can be useful.

5. Cover grounded metalwork

Grounded metal parts should be covered with insulating material as much as possible. Very important.

To read on further and see the further 5 important precautions when working on low voltage energized equipment please visit Electrical Engineering Portal

Example of Slow Motion Arc Flash 100A Disconnect showing the impact of body position in arc flash. In the video, the door comes off in less than 2 cycles showing that Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) isn’t the only thing to consider when it comes to arc flash. Body position at the point of contact is also important.

Follow EEP – Electrical Engineering Portal

Edvard Csanyi

Electrical engineer, programmer and founder of EEP. Highly specialized for design of LV/MV switchgears and LV high power busbar trunking (<6300A) in power substations, commercial buildings and industry facilities. Professional in AutoCAD programming.

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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 HV 

Introducing Pleavin Power | 24/7 Generator Specialists

Pleavin Power

Pleavin Power is a leading generator specialist that provides solutions, maintenance, sales and hire to customers across the UK. We can ensure that your operations can continue in the event of mains power failure. Pleavin Power have expertise in agriculture, construction, data centres plus many more, have a look below for all the sectors we work with.

• Agriculture
• Construction
• Contracting
• Data Centres
• Facilities Management
• Food & Beverage
• Government & Military
• Manufacturing
• Mining
• Offshore Oil & Gas
• Petrochemical & Refining
• Pharmaceuticals
• Pumping Station
• Rail
• Renewables
• Shipping & Marine
• Telecommunications
• Utilities

For all of our new and existing customers, here’s just some reasons why you can rely on Pleavin Power.

Pleavin Power

WHY CHOOSE US?

Pleavin Power is built on reputation.

From the generators we sell to the engines we service, we care because our names on it, our name means business and when our clients call upon us we have never failed to deliver.

Pleavin Power operate a reactive workforce specialising in emergency support and disaster recovery around the clock.

From the minute you call, to the second we leave, we’ll be with you every step of the way. Specialising in:

Control Systems

As an alternative to purchasing a completely new power system, an option is to upgrade or refurbish an existing system. Our experienced in-house team ensures that any system upgrade is trustworthy and continues to produce a reliable power flow.

Transformer Hire

With the need for constant power and an ever-increasing requirement, an out of commission generator or the failure of the mains power supply, can develop into a major situation.

Decommissioning

We also offer support on new installations, complete design and service, commissioning and decommissioning, repairs, spares and site surveys. To find out more about our additional UPS solutions, get in touch.

Same Day Solutions

One call to the Pleavin Power emergency line (0800 689 4803) will give you peace of mind that immediate assistance is on the way – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

As well as:

• Fault Finding
• Final Connections
• Generator Servicing
• High Voltage Connections
• Load Banking
• Out Of Hours Servuce
• Repairs
• Temp Systems
• USP Hire

Pleavin Power Clients

Pleavin Power Clients

What else do Pleavin Power Offer?

• EMERGENCY RESPONSE – We have set up a national emergency response telephone line, manned by experienced staff. A call to our emergency line will give you peace of mind that immediate assistance is on the way – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year
• RELIABILITY AND AVAILABILITY – The combination of our highly-skilled and accredited team, along with our wide range of equipment and components, means we can offer a reliable service to you with quick product dispatch when you need help most
• DESIGN AND CONSULTANCY – With solutions available from 10kVA to 30mVA, we can offer our clients a range of complete turnkey power solutions. Our in-house design department works with you to identify, install and test the best solution for you
• INSTALLATION AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT – Using our quality assurance systems, we can install, and fully project manage your new power solution to the exacting controls and standards required. We will also endeavour to be economical to procure, deliver, install and maintain
• SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE – We want to ensure that your power system is working at all times and ready to provide back-up supply. Therefore, we have created a range of service and maintenance programmes to keep your system in good order at all times
• SOURCING AND SUPPLY – With supply agreements secured with a wide range of international manufacturers, you can be confident of receiving the right solution for you. All our spare components also meet the manufacturer’s OEM specification
• WHOLE LIFE ASSET MANAGEMENT – Throughout the life of your power solution, we can offer all customers an asset management solution to help maintain the integrity of your back-up supply
• 24/7/365 – Continuous support is offered 24/7 through a nationwide base of field engineers who can be on site in the event of emergencies just about anywhere in the UK – often within 4 hours and backed up by a national supplier database
• SECTOR EXPERTISE – From large UK-based data centres to hospitals, banks and utility company’s headquarters, we have helped a wide range of sectors with their critical power supply solutions – giving us experience in solving any problem that comes our way

Pleavin Power introductory

Video describing Pleavin Power’s power generation business & operations

Contact Pleavin Power

Unit 12, The Arena, Stadium Court, Stadium Road, Bromborough, CH62 3AE

+44(0)800 689 4803

[email protected]

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 HV 

New Testing and Certification Scheme Launched for YY, SY, CY Control Cables

• Blog Written By BASEC | 6 of 10 Articles
  

Thorne & Derrick collaborate with BASEC to advocate the importance of electrical safety and educating industry stakeholders about specifying and buying accredited, tested and certified cables and cable accessories.

We would like to thank BASEC for allowing us to republish a selection of articles aimed to protect and inform the electrical sector – together we promote compliance with industry standards, specifications and ultimately confidence in end installations to provide LV MV HV Cable Quality. 

Cable Quality Seminar

BASEC run a number of FREE Cable Quality Seminar’s across the country suitable for anyone and everyone who is working to deliver projects which include cable installations.

Do not miss your opportunity to build your awareness of cable quality.

Click here to register now.

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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 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 HV