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BAND-IT Ultra-Lok Free End Clamp System Supplied To Wessex Water

Thorne & Derrick | Stockists & Key UK Distributor Since 1985

PR | Uploaded by Natalie Lundie | Supply Chain: Marketing Lead at Thorne & Derrick

Thorne & Derrick, a UK Specialist Distributor for BAND-IT since 1985, have recently specified and supplied an engineered-solution to Wessex Water to improve workplace safety and site security across their pumping and sewerage treatment infrastructure in the UK – the Ultra-Lok Clamping System and PPA coated band system have been adopted by the water utility to protect both plant and people; reducing accidents and combating vandalism.

Application

The Water Industry Company contacted Thorne & Derrick requiring a solution to secure various products and signs to their pipe crossings to prevent people climbing on them – Wessex Water were looking for a fast, strong, and effective way to attach anti-climb spikes and signs to water pipes that cross rivers and roads.

Initially, Thorne & Derrick recommended using stainless steel banding and strapping systems, as this would guarantee a strong and secure solution resistant to corrosion and other environmental factors whilst deterring people from climbing on the pipes.

Thorne & Derrick contacted BAND-IT, The Clamping Experts to commence a consultation with the water utility to identify the optimum solution – an immediate customer site visit was organised with Steve Franklin (BAND-IT – Business Development Manager) and subsequent product demonstrations and testing was conducted for evaluation.

Stainless Steel Banding System | BAND-IT

Solution

At the very start it was agreed that a combination of different strappings would be required in various widths and lengths to suit the various products and signs.

It was determined that a PPA Coated Band Strapping System (installed with the C075 Bantam Tool) could be quickly and effectively used to attach the anti-climb spikes, whilst the “No Climbing” sign brackets required additional strengthened support to resist potential vandalism.

C075 Bantam Tool Compact & Lightweight

For this application the client selected the Ultra-Lok Free End Clamp System.

The Ultra-Lok rechargeable tool enables the high strength Free End Clamp to be installed quickly and at a consistent pre-set tension.

The result was a neat and secure solution that met the requirements of the utility Engineering Team and provided a reliable long-term solution.

Installation was quick and simple, with the banding easily folding around the products and signs and secured using the buckles by the site engineers.

Thorne & Derrick together with BAND-IT also provided guidance on the best practice for installation and maintenance of the banding and buckles to ensure maximum longevity and effectiveness of the solution.

Steve Franklin, Business Development Manager at BAND-IT commented, “this is another example of the great relationship between BAND-IT, our Distributor Thorne & Derrick, and the end-user enabling the customer to quickly specify and use an effective clamping solution that will withstand harsh and safety critical environments.”

PPA Coated Banding System

Ultra-lok Clamps & Tools

Ultra-Lok clamps and tools are effective in attaching safety critical equipment on to pipes to prevent people from climbing on them. These clamps can be installed quickly and easily, without the need for welding or drilling. They provide a secure grip on the pipe, reducing the risk of accidents or damage caused by people climbing on them. They are durable, easy to install, and require minimal maintenance, making them a cost-effective solution for keeping people safe.

The Ultra-Lok clamps are made from high-quality materials and are designed to withstand harsh conditions. They are a flexible option for a wide range of pipe shapes and sizes. In addition to the clamps, Ultra-Lok System is installed using a rechargeable electric tool that makes installation fast and consistent with predetermined tension and repeatability.

Anti climb spikes and signs attached to water pipes that cross river and roads

About Wessex Water

Wessex Water is a water supply and wastewater treatment company based in the south west of England. It operates in an area of about 10,000 square kilometres, providing water to over 2.8 million customers and treating sewage from over 1.6 million households.

The company is responsible for maintaining the quality of drinking water, supplying clean water to homes and businesses, treating wastewater, recycling water, and protecting the environment. In addition, Wessex Water has a strong commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and promoting sustainable practices, such as generating renewable energy from sewage sludge. The company was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in Bath, England.

Thorne & Derrick & BAND-IT

Together, Thorne & Derrick and BAND-IT offer a comprehensive range of Banding & Strapping products, including:

• Stainless Steel Banding: Used for bundling, clamping and securing a wide range of objects including cables, pipes and hoses
• Banding Tools: A range of tools for tensioning, cutting, and crimping stainless steel bands, making installation quick and easy
• Brackets & Mounts: A range of brackets and mounts for securing objects such as signposts, cables, and pipes to walls and floors
• Cable Ties: A range of cable ties for bundling and securing cables, wires, and hoses, in a variety of materials and sizes
• Identification Solutions: A range of markers, labels, and tags for identifying objects and cables easily

Other Past Project Wins & Applications

• 2023 | Secured project specification and purchase order for the supply off 285,000 stainless steel cable ties to provide permanent management of LV power cables at a major new battery plant currently in construction in the UK
• 2023 | Following successful site demonstrations of the BAND-IT Stainless Steel Ball-Lok Cable Tie system to project managers, T&D supplied nearly 100,000 cable ties to the Drax Power, Ecostore Project. The scheme was one of the largest biomass co-firing projects in the world, capable of producing 12.5% of Drax power generation from co-firing and represents a key element of their goal to reduce CO² emissions
• Ongoing | BAND-IT Easy Read is used to identify cables and pipes being used throughout the London Underground. T&D are Approved Vendors to Network Rail & TfL London Underground (LUL) and have supplied many of the easy read cable and pipe marking system to the rail industry as they are ideal for ID tagging in inaccessible areas, harsh environments and wherever visibility is low.

BAND-IT | Cable Ties, Band & Buckle Clamping Systems – Stainless Steel

Further Reading

• BAND-IT Stainless Steel Cable Ties Supplied to New Battery Plant Project
• Stainless Steel Cable Ties Replace Plastic Ties In Harsh Environments
• BAND-IT Cable Clamping Products – Training Day at Thorne & Derrick

Tie Lok | Ultra-Lok | Ball-Lok | Multi-Lok | Reusable | Band & Buckles | Stainless Steel

Staff & Support Training Day | Steve Franklin (Business Development Manager – Cable Management from BAND-IT) has supported and managed Thorne & Derrick for over 25 years – here Steve is pictured providing product refresher training to focus our Sales Team on the new business opportunities that the market-leading BAND-IT IDEX provides.

LV HV | Jointing, Earthing, Substation & Electrical Eqpt up to 66kV | Specialist Distributors

Safeguarding Multi-Core Cables: Ensuring Short Circuit Protection

Short-circuit Test Showing Conductors Piercing Through Multicore Cable

Safeguarding Multi-Core Cables

Ensuring Short Circuit Protection

A question Ellis Patents and Thorne & Derrick still get asked on a regular basis is ‘Is it really necessary to use cable cleats for multi-core cables?’ The assumption is that the cable’s inherent strength, with fully encapsulated cores, is sufficient to withstand short circuit forces. The short answer is ‘YES’.

Essentially, the same guidance widely accepted for protecting single-core cables, both in trefoil and single formation, also applies to multi-core cables. Unrestrained or inadequately restrained cables can undergo violent movements, potentially causing damage to nearby circuits, and infrastructure, or even endangering people.

Cable cleats are vital – cable ties alone cannot contain certain short circuit faults.

If you’re still in doubt as to whether this applies to multi-core cables, then this short-circuit test should convince you of the importance of cable cleats on multi-core cables.

As with single-core cables, evaluating multi-core cables for short circuit force withstand requires a comprehensive assessment of three essential considerations:

1. Short-Circuit Current
2. Conductor Spacing, and
3. Cable Type

Short Circuit Cable Video Fault

The below video produced by Ellis Patents shows the catastrophic outcome when multi-core cables attached to cable ladder using cable ties only are subjected to short circuit cable fault. Depending on fault levels cable cleats should be used to secure LV MV HV cables and to provide short circuit protection against disastrous cable faults, this includes the cable cleating of multi-core power cables.

Read More Here – IEC 61914 – Cable Cleats & Short Circuit Protection Calculations

Together Ellis Patents & T&D, prioritise safety and strive to ensure the utmost protection for your electrical infrastructure. If you have any questions about protecting your cable installations from short-circuit faults, we’d love to hear from you.

Ellis Patents Vulcan | Alpha | Phoenix | Flexi-Strap | Triplex Cable Cleats | LV MV HV 11kV

Ellis Patents

Ellis Patents based in the UK are world leading manufacturers of cable cleats, hangers, hooks and cable clamps used to clamp and support LV-MV-HV cables – this includes cable support and management products to provide short circuit protection for 600V, 11kV-33kV-66kV and medium/high voltage power cables in single, trefoil or bundled formation up to 400kV.

Cable Safety Hooks from Cablesafe vs. Traditional Cable Management

Cable Safety Hooks

Safety Advantage on Construction Sites

Prioritise Safety Hook Placement for a Secure Workspace and Accident Prevention

Safety should be prioritised above all else in the high-paced construction industry, where productivity and efficiency are critical. With numerous workers, heavy equipment, and machinery on-site, creating a secure workspace is essential. This ensures the safety of employees while minimising the risk of accidents. One often overlooked yet critical aspect of construction site safety is cable management.

Loose cables lying around can pose significant risks, leading to tripping accidents and even potential injuries. However, with the innovative CableSafe Safety Hooks, a proactive approach can be taken to create a safer environment on construction sites.

The CableSafe Extreme hooks provide orderly support and suspension for temporary cables; creating a cable management system to ensure the safe and reliable delivery of electricity during construction, maintenance or Shutdown/TAR.

➡ 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. We also offer a range of Push Pull Tools for the reduction in Hand Injuries in the workplace designed to improve safety at work.

Understanding the Importance of Cable Management

Proper cable management is crucial on construction sites to ensure safety, prevent accidents, and maintain efficient workflow. Construction sites are filled with various types of cables from power cords to communication lines, which are essential for the functioning of equipment and communication systems. However, when not properly managed, they can become a safety hazard. Efficient cable management reduces the time and costs associated with untangling cables or searching for misplaced wiring, ultimately saving time and money on construction projects.

Traditional cable management methods, such as laying cables on the ground or using adhesive tapes, may seem convenient, but they can lead to a host of issues. This is where cable safety hooks come into play, which are designed specifically to hoist cables. Organising CableSafe Safety Hooks on construction sites is a proactive step towards creating a secure workspace and preventing accidents caused by tripping on loose cables.

Safety Hook Extreme

The Safety Hook Extreme is an advanced specification and high performance version of the standard industrial cable hook manufactured with glass reinforced PBT and is UV stabilized, Flame Retardant (Class: 94V-0, Flame Class Rating 3) and Cold Weather rated.

The Safety Advantage of

CableSafe Safety Hooks

CableSafe Safety Hooks are designed to provide a secure and efficient cable management system. These hooks are made of high-quality materials, making them strong and durable enough to hold heavy cables and wires. They are easy to install and can be attached to walls, beams, and other structures around the construction site. This ensures that cables are elevated and out of harm’s way, reducing the risk of tripping accidents and promoting a cleaner and more organized workspace.

Another benefit of the CableSafe Safety Hooks is that they help to extend the life of cables and wires. When cables are left lying on the ground, they are more susceptible to damage from heavy machinery, equipment, and foot traffic. This can cause cable jackets to tear and expose wires, making them a potential fire hazard. Prioritising the placement of these safety hooks on construction sites offers several key safety advantages:

Preventing Tripping Accidents: The most immediate and apparent safety advantage of CableSafe Safety Hooks is the prevention of tripping accidents. By suspending cables overhead and away from foot traffic, the risk of workers or visitors tripping over loose cables is significantly reduced. This helps maintain a smooth and accident-free work environment.

Enhancing Construction Safety: Construction sites are prone to potential hazards, and every precaution must be taken to mitigate risks. CableSafe Safety Hooks contribute to enhancing overall construction safety by eliminating one of the common causes of accidents—tripping on cables.

Minimizing Downtime: Accidents on construction sites can lead to downtime, causing delays in project completion. By proactively organizing cables with safety hooks, the likelihood of accidents decreases, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.

Durability for Long-Term Use: CableSafe Safety Hooks are built to withstand the rugged conditions of construction sites. Their durable design ensures that they can be used repeatedly over time, providing lasting safety benefits.

Easy Installation and Flexibility: Installing CableSafe Safety Hooks is a straightforward process, saving valuable time during the setup. The hooks can be easily adjusted and moved as needed, offering flexibility for changing cable arrangements on-site.

Proactive Safety Measures

for Construction Sites

Construction site managers and workers can take proactive measures to enhance safety on-site. Prioritizing the use of CableSafe Safety Hooks for cable management is a simple yet highly effective step in this direction. By adopting safety hooks, construction sites can create a secure workspace that minimizes tripping hazards and ensures the well-being of everyone involved in the project.

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.

PUSH PULL TOOLING

Thorne & Derrick stock and distribute a range of Safety Tools including Push Pull Tools from Hand Safety Tool Company designed to minimise hand injuries by keeping hands out of the line of fire.

BAND-IT Stainless Steel Cable Ties Supplied to New Battery Plant Project

Thorne & Derrick | Stockists & Key UK Distributor Since 1985

PR | Uploaded by Chris Dodds | Sales & Marketing Manager at Thorne & Derrick

Thorne & Derrick, the UK Distributor for BAND-IT, have secured a new project specification and purchase order for the supply off 127,00 stainless steel cable ties to provide permanent management of LV power cables at a major new battery plant currently in construction in the UK.

Going through manufacture at BAND-IT in Chesterfield, UK the KE range of Ball-Lok stainless steel cable ties provide fast and reliable bundling of cables for maximum strength, reliability and retention of cables.

The corrosion and fire resistant stainless steel ties are typically used to bundle, tie or fasten cables in both onshore and offshore locations including industrial, substation and hazardous area locations, with potentially explosive atmospheres.

The BAND-IT IDEX electrical range of Cable Support & Management Systems are used extensively to manage cables in traditional (Oil & Gas), transitional (Renewable Energy) and emerging (Fuel Cell) markets where conventional non-metallic plastic type cable ties would overtime degrade and fail due to harsh industrial environment conditions.

The high performance cable ties also provide support and location of power, control and instrumentation cables to cable containment where resistance to chemical corrosion, UV and vibration is essential for long-term cable security and management.

BAND-IT worked closely with Thorne & Derrick to close-out the specification to competition and complete delivery of the Purchase Order on-time to allow the cable pulling and containment works schedule to continue without delay or disruption. The project was secured against intense commercial and technical competition from both established manufacturers and un-branded economy ranges.

Ball-Lok cable ties are available in two types: KE Premium ties and KT Standard ties – the smooth inside diameter of the KE ties further reduces the potential for damage to cabling or shielding during the tensioning process.

Made in the UK | Distributed by Thorne & Derrick | BAND-IT Cable Ties for LV MV HV Cables

BAND-IT | Cable Ties, Band & Buckle Clamping Systems – Stainless Steel

Further Reading

• Stainless Steel Cable Ties Replace Plastic Ties In Harsh Environments
• BAND-IT Cable Clamping Products – Training Day at Thorne & Derrick

Tie Lok | Ultra-Lok | Ball-Lok | Multi-Lok | Reusable | Band & Buckles | Stainless Steel

Staff & Support Training Day | Steve Franklin (Business Development Manager – Cable Management from BAND-IT) has supported and managed Thorne & Derrick for over 25 years – here Steve is pictured providing product refresher training to focus our Sales Team on the new business opportunities that the market-leading BAND-IT IDEX provides.

LV HV | Jointing, Earthing, Substation & Electrical Eqpt up to 66kV | Specialist Distributors

Fire Rated A0-A60 Sealing using SLIPSIL Sealing Plugs

SLIPSIL Sealing Plugs

Designed for single service penetrations through A0-A60 fire rated bulkheads and decks, SLIPSIL sealing plugs manufactured by CSD Sealing System combine fast and simple installation with effective sealing performance against fire, gas and water ingress.

• Allows easier pipe routing and saves valuable space
• Suitable for sealing metallic and all plastic pipe systems
• Allows for pipe movement
• Reduced noise signature
• Shock and vibration proof reducing stress on pipework systems
• Easy to replace pipe systems during future works

View more information about A60 Sealing systems.

CSD Sealing Systems

CSD Sealing System (UK) have specialised in the supply and installation of technically advanced cable transits, flexible pipe penetrations and RISE and Nofirno cable duct seals within the UK for 30 years. The product range is suitable for applications within the naval, shipbuilding, offshore and onshore construction industries and is also widely used across the utility and nuclear industry. The systems can provide up to 4 hours of fire protection, will offer the highest levels of flood protection and gastight integrity and are proven to provide in excess of 50 years long term sealing protection. CSD are the UK representative of Beele Engineering BV, a company with over 50 years’​ experience in the development and production of penetration sealing systems. Beele Engineering’s research, testing and production facilities are amongst the most advanced in the world, and all products manufactured under strict quality controls with the NOFIRNO, SLIPSIL and RISE Ultra Crusher systems having CE approval. CSD are ISO9001:2015 certified and aim to provide the highest levels of service and support to our customers, assuring first class products and first class service whatever the industry. Our highly skilled and experienced team are available to discuss all of your requirements for cable transit and pipe penetration sealing.

CSD NOFIRNO Duct Seals – Multi Cable & Pipe Transit Sealing