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Repairing Damaged Cables, Cable Sheath & Jackets

A Solution To Repairing Damaged Cables | LV MV HV 11kV 33kV | Onshore & Offshore

Cable Repair

• Uploaded By: Chris Dodds – T&D Distributors of LV, MV & HV Cable Terminations & Cable Joints

Earlier this year the UK government unveiled a total phase-out plan for coal-fired power plants. No big gasp there – cast your mind back to April 22nd 2017.

On that monumental date forever etched into the memories of energy analysts from Black Thunder to Kamuthi, Britain went 24 hours without turning on its coal-fired power stations for the first time in more than 130 years.

The share of power from the fossil fuel fell to zero for the first time since 1882 – the UK will be 100% coal-free by 2025.

King Coal has been unthroned and the new Clean & Green monarchs of UK Power have been coronated – bucket-wheel excavators please make way for the nacelle.

So welcome to the 21st Century – we are going greener faster with low carbon energy including wind and solar power generation overtaking both fossil-fuel and nuclear in the UK electricity source mix.

Despite this the engineering challenges facing Humankind of building, operating and maintaining LV HV power system infrastructures remain.

Without power distributed by electrical cables the wind turbine blades would stand as still as the motionless mine shuttle car.

Their common enemy is withdrawal of safe and reliable power distribution and this depends upon the integrity of electrical power and the monitoring and maintenance of cable condition and ensuring service is not disrupted by cable failure – the early warning system of potential looming power problems is the Cable Sheath or Jacket.

Image: Nexans

Repairing The Cable Sheath or Jacket

The cable sheath is the first line of moisture, mechanical, flame, fire, hydrocarbon and chemical defence for any cable – whether LV (low voltage), MV (medium voltage) or HV (high voltage), onshore or offshore, underground or overground.

Cable damage to the outer sheath is commonplace for aged or newly installed cables – whether unavoidable during normal service life or accidental strike by 3rd party.

Cable strikes are generally caused by non adherence to HSG47 while excavating underground cables with digging machines such as JCB, track machine or mini excavator.

Multi-disciplined contractors failing to observe the separation between underground utilities (electrical cables, gas or water pipes) often leads to cable strike. Moling devices set in the direction of underground electricity cables (often waveform or PILC main cables) not only leads to loss of electricity supply but also serious injuries.

Failure to maintain and observe accurate cable records during utility upgrades such as installing drainage apparatus further impacts upon cable damage. In conclusion, most utility LV cable strikes could be avoided if strict adherence to HSG47 is implemented.

LV Power Cable Strike Caused By Excavator – highlights dangers of using mini excavator in close proximity to a low voltage cable. Image : Scottish Power Energy Networks (SPEN).

Purchase HSE HSG47 Avoiding Danger From Underground Services

Cables are often damaged during the cable pulling process as cable sheathing is vulnerable to “snagging” damage from cable containment – where cables are being pulled into underground cable trenches the cable sheath can be damaged by surface abrasion from stones and rocks.

Cable Repair Solution

However damaged cable sheaths and jackets can be repaired and re-instated on site using heat shrink cable repair sleeves – watch the following video to learn the step-by-step process for reinstating insulation and protection to repair damaged cables and sheaths.

Video : HellermannTyton RMS – Cable Repairs Sleeve For Damaged Cable

Hellermann Tyton Cable Repair RMS : Features & Benefits

• Fast, moisture proof and permanent repair of cable jackets and sheath LV MV HV
• Only 6 sizes for a wide range of cable diameters from 15 mm up to 160 mm
• Available in 4 standard lengths and also available in custom lengths of heat shrink
• RMS kit is ready for use with instruction sheet, abrasive strip and cable cleaner
• Weather resistant and halogen free cable repairs
• TCP spots indicate the repair sleeve has been sufficiently heated

Hellermann Tyton RMS cable repair sleeves suit cable sheath outside diameters from 15-160mm. The wrap around sleeves are a fast, labour saving and permanent cable repair and water-tight sealing system – this includes repairing damage to the cable sheaths and jackets of LV MV HV cables.

The sleeve is simply wrapped around the cable and held in place using a rail and steel channel closure to provide a quick and inexpensive repair to in-stu damaged cables – cable repair sleeves are especially useful for repair of long and buried cables where it would be difficult or impossible to use a heat shrink tubing.

The wrap-around design (“lay-flat”) of the cable repair sleeve enables mid-span or mid-circuit repairs without resort to disconnecting the remote end of cable circuit at the cable termination point and cable gland location.

Heating by a gas torch will shrink the repair sleeve and melt the adhesive inner coating resulting in a moisture-proof, insulating and tight-fitting repair. The cable sheath repair will be permanent and waterproof.

Damage to the red cable sheaths of 11kV high voltage power cables can be made quick and fast – cable sheaths can be further degraded due to exposure to gases and emissions from diesel generator exhaust systems and this can be averted by heat shrink sleeve repair.

Wrap heat shrink sleeve around the damaged cable.Install the steel closure channel over the raised profiles of the sleeve and centre the heat shrink sleeve over the damaged area before applying heat 

 ➡ Some Installation Tips When Repairing Damaged Cables

• to ensure excellent sealing of the heat shrink onto the cable jacket use abrasive cloth strip to roughen the cable sheath jacket
• wrap heat shrink sleeve around the cable and install the steel closure channel over the raised profiles of the heat shrink sleeve and centre the repair sleeve over the cable damage section
• use yellow flame tip of a suitable heat shrink propane torch – start heating the metal channel area first for about half a minute
• start heat shrinking the sleeve at the centre working the flame around all sides of the cable sleeve to apply uniform heat.
• keep heating flame moving consistently to avoid scorching cable – after the centre part has shrunk work the torch to one end of the heat shrink sleeve then to the opposite end
• when selecting cable repair sleeves choose the sleeve length so that the cable next to the damaged area is covered by at least 40mm of heat shrink sleeve length

Heat Shrink Cable Repair Sleeves For Damaged Cables

Cable Repair Kit: Heat shrink wrap-around sleeve, steel closure, abrasive strip, cable cleaning sachet and instruction sheet

Offshore Cable Repairs

Cable repair kits are commonly used to repair offshore cables and prevent corrosion effects to steel wire braided or wire armoured cables which can rust rapidly in humid conditions and accelerate with exposure to salt water atmosphere, splash or immersion.

Flexible and trailing cables for ROV equipment and offshore pump systems can be spliced, jointed or repaired using 3M Scotchcast submersible cable joints which are flexible, flame retardant with seawater resistant resins compatible with EPR, neoprene, hypalon, PVC and nitrile cable sheaths.

There is direct causation between the type of cable maintenance approach and unplanned downtime.

Careful monitoring of cable condition carves down unplanned downtime whether onshore or offshore – the predictive maintenance approach is better than routine or preventative maintenance and this trumps the reactive PANIC as a result of “sit back and wait”.

Offshore cables are exposed to extreme and continuous operating environments – this includes temperature extremes, mechanical stress, gassy chemicals, hydrocarbons, drilling mud and seawater atmospheres. Not to mention the Weather…..

…..and what about potentially explosive atmospheres where “hot-working” is precluded. Heat shrink cable repairs cannot be safely effected in the presence of naked flames and flammable gases.

In this instance you can benefit from reading our earlier Blog about repairing and jointing cables in hazardous areas as defined by the ATEX Directive.

Down well hole extraction systems are vital to crude oil production.

The reliability of electrical down well pump systems is directly dependent on the performance of the electrical power supply and cable integrity through to the wellhead, power cable, cable joint, termination and related equipment such as the pump and motor.

Unplanned downtime of essential assets caused by offshore power outages in the oil and gas sector as the result of maintenance oversight requires rapid intervention and power restoration at the lowest possible cost.

Financial hits to the bottom line as a result of cable outage inflicted by failure to repair damaged cables include the repair cost (calculable) as well as those consequential and often hidden costs associated with lost or deferred productions (often incalculable).

Heat shrink cable repair sleeves provide a low-cost, simple to install and use solution to damaged cable problems.

If electrical power is the lifeblood of an offshore platform then the cable must be the main artery.

If neglected overtime damaged cables lead to cable failure.

Here abrasion damage has been inflicted to the MV power cable sheath exposing the wire braid in an offshore transformer and is need of urgent cable repair or re-jointing.

Repair Or Replace Cable?

Answering the Cost Conundrum

Nose-diving global oil prices inevitably places downward pressure on operating margins and in turn operators dictate that maintenance work is conducted at the lowest possible cost.

The Big Conversation between North Sea operators, national regulators and industry experts in recent years has been consumed by a trend for declining production efficiency, lost revenues and questions over the long-term sustainability of oil and gas operations as costs continue to rise in one of the world’s most mature offshore regions.

Preventative maintenance would usually detect “wear and tear” on cable installations and depending on condition would be replaced, repaired or in worst cases scenarios jointed.

The hardening trend towards “cost-cutting” often delivers a patch-up repair in pocket areas of cable degradation and not scaled to complete circuits as part of a more holistic concept of cable care and repair.

Oil prices fell almost 50% between 2015 and 2014, averaging $52 per barrel in 2015 compared to $99 in 2014, according to the Energy Information Administration.

In 2015 US benchmark West Texas Intermediate (WTI) ended July on its biggest monthly fall since the 2008 financial crisis during July.

• West Texas Intermediate (WTI), also known as Texas light sweet, is a grade of crude oil used as a benchmark in oil pricing.

How Much Does Downtime Cost

According to a recent report by GE Oil & Gas “The Impact of Digital on Unplanned Downtime” the major costs linked to unplanned downtime are shown below- the report informed “when looking at repair costs, the typical offshore oil and gas field worldwide most often incurs expenses resulting from unplanned downtime in the areas of repair costs (71%), followed by labour costs (40%) and transportation/logistics (37%). 

Offshore high voltage cables (5kV ESP Cable) requiring outer sheath repair to damage caused by abrasion contact with adjacent pipe supports. The cables feed the platforms Electrical Submersible Pumps. Image : Statoil.

Damaged green cable duct and Virgin Media cables from the street cabinet feeder pillars.

Should you require any assistance with the jointing, termination or repair of power LV-HV cables please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss your application.

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LV ♦ MV ♦ HV

T&D distribute the most extensive range of LV, MV & HV Cable Jointing, Terminating, Pulling & Installation Equipment – we service UK and international clients working on underground cables, overhead lines, substations and electrical construction at LV, 11kV, 33kV and EHV transmission and distribution voltages.

• Key Products: MV-HV Cable Joints & Terminations, Cable Cleats, Duct Seals, Cable Transits, Underground Cable Protection, Cable Jointing Tools, Feeder Pillars, Cable Ducting, Earthing & Lightning Protection, Electrical Safety, Cable Glands, Arc Flash Protection & Fusegear.

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LV – Low Voltage Cable Joints, Glands, Cleats, Lugs & Accessories (1000 Volts)

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Armoured Cable Joints | SWA Cables

Cable Joints for LV SWA Armoured Cables

➡ Thorne & Derrick stock and distribute a complete range of Armoured Cable Joints (SWA) in resin cast, cold shrink or heat shrink types for the connection and jointing of multicore and single core XLPE insulated power cables with armour and stranded copper conductors up to 600/1000V – joint kits are available for both AWA (aluminium armoured) and SWA (steel armoured) cables.

Complete supporting range of electrical compression connectors manufactured by Cembre are available and compatible with all types of armoured cable joints.

For further information please visit LV Cable Joints.

Cable Jointer Training – Live LV Jointer Competency Training Courses

Providing Competency Training Courses For Cable Jointers LV

• By Chris Dodds - Thorne & Derrick Sales & Marketing Manager

Pragmatic Consulting Ltd have been approved to deliver under EUSR – Competency Accord Unit 060 Live LV Cable Jointing Training Courses.

Pragmatic Consulting offer a range of courses that meets the needs of the Cable Jointing, Electrical and Utility Power Industry and are prepared to travel and provide cable jointer training events across the UK so that you are able to have training when it suits you.

Pragmatic Consulting approach each Cable Jointer Training Course in an individual manner to ensure candidates who pass through the door are trained to the highest standard whilst ensuring that they receive the support they require to help them progress and achieve.

Training: Live Cable jointing On Mains Cables

Cable Jointer Training Courses

After successful completion of the Cable Jointers Training Course and assessment the candidate will then need to complete a period of supervised on job experience, before returning with his / her evidence portfolio and undertake a formal cable jointing skills and knowledge assessment – this will preserve trade integrity and protect employers against under-skilled labour causing reputational damage to the industry.

On successful completion of their portfolio, witness testimonies and further assessment each candidate will then be eligible to have their achieved competence modules registered on the Energy and Utility Skills Register (EUSR) for acceptance as a level of Competence by member Companies of the Industries Competency Accord scheme.

This is cable jointer training and assessment and not authorisation.

Power Unit 060 has been split this into 3 separate cable jointing courses:

• LV1 – Introduction to LV Cable Jointing – Single & Three Phase Services
• LV2 – LV Polymeric (Wavecon) Main Cable Three Phase Jointing Course
• LV3 – LV Transition Polymeric (Wavecon) to PILC STA Main Cable – 3 Phase Jointing Course
• Location: Cable Jointer Training Centre – Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire

Cable Jointing Training Dates

LV1 Training Course

• 23rd April to 27th April 2018
• 18th June to 22nd June 2018
• 20th August to 24th August 2018

LV2 Training Course

• 16th April to 20th April 2018
• 11th June to 15th June 2018
• 2nd July to 6th July 2018

LV3 Training Course 

• 4th June to 8th June 2018
• 9th July to 13th July 2018
• 6th August to 10th August 2018

EUSR help employers to develop industry recognised schemes of learning and register individuals’ skills and competencies on their register.

The EUSR provide workshops to approve trainers for Passport Schemes such as Safety, Health & Environmental Awareness (SHEA) Water Hygiene and Cross Country Pipelines Health Safety & Environmental (CCPHSE).

Power Unit 060

Live Low Voltage Cable Jointing

This cable jointer training specification has been developed from the power network standard. The specification details the required skills, knowledge and behaviours to establish competence to carry out live jointing procedures on low voltage mains cables.

The specification details the requirements for TWO separate low voltage categories. Candidates will be assessed and receive registration for BOTH of the following categories:

1. LV Cable (XLPE)
2. LV Mains Cable (Consac and / or PILC)

The specification details the critical requirements of the activity to establish competence and does not preclude employers from adding to the skills and knowledge detailed by the specification in their own training programmes.

What does competence look like?

LVJ1 Course – The cable jointer will be able to confidently carry out a range of live low voltage electrical cable jointing procedures on underground cables in accordance with company procedures.

LVJ2 Course – The cable jointer will demonstrate a safety conscious approach to the control of hazards associated with the activity whilst working and communicating effectively with other team members to achieve tasks.

What do I need to take this module?

Candidates to be assessed as competent in this skill area should have completed the modules shown below or have evidence demonstrating an equivalent level of competence:

1. SHEA Power (Revised Version) – providing basic health, safety and environmental awareness and an introduction to specifactors relating to the power sector
2. Access, Movement and Egress (Underground Cables) – an industry assessment of a person’s competence to enter, move around and exit an underground cable work area in a safe manner
3. Location and Avoidance of Utilities – an industry assessment of a person’s competence to identify and locate utilities using electronic location equipment
4. Safe Excavation of Utilities – an industry assessment of a person’s competence to safely use hand tools and hand held power tools to excavate and maintain excavations

Performance Criteria

To achieve this unit, you will need to be able to:

General Requirements

P1. Identify the cable jointing work area to be accessed using available information
P2. Select and wear the PPE required to carry out the cable jointing activity
P3. Carry out a site specific risk assessment of the cable jointing area, identifying hazards and the control measures required including justification for live working (requirements included in SHEA Power and BESC / AME Underground Cables)
P4. Implement the control measures necessary to meet safety requirements for activity e.g. barriers, signage and lighting
P5. Communicate the risks and control measures to the working party
P6. Carry out a pre-use inspection of the cable jointing tools and equipment to be used inspecting for condition and service information
P7. Assess and confirm the work space is adequate for the jointing task to be carried including suitable access / egress, lighting and protection from adverse weather
P8. Identify the correct underground cable to be worked on using company procedures
P9. Carry out a visual inspection of the integrity of cables to be worked on and jointed
P10. Use approved tools to prepare and joint cables in accordance with company working procedures
P11. Carry electrical testing of the cable to confirm its integrity, including insulation continuity testing (PILC and CONSAC to include moisture testing)
P12. Confirm cable joint measurements and tolerances meet with joint specifications and requirements

Task Specific Training – Live Low Voltage Mains Jointing

Complete ALL of the following cable jointing procedures in BOTH of the following categories.

P13. LV XLPE Cable (Mains and Service)

a) Service straight through cable joint (single and three phase)
b) Service cable termination (single and three phase)
c) Service pot end joint (single and three phase)
d) Multi service cable joint (single and three phase)
e) Terminate LV mains cable
f) Mains straight through joint
g) Mains breeches joint
h) Mains pot-end joint
i) Cable sheath repairs

P14. LV Cable Consac and / or PILC (Mains and Service)

a) Transition service straight through joint (single and three phase)
b) Service pot end PILC joint (single and three phase)
c) Multi service joint off PILC and / or Consac (single and three phase)
d) Transition mains straight through joint
e) Transition mains breeches joint
f) Mains pot-end (PILC and / or Consac)

P15. Carry out post connection testing procedures including voltage, polarity, earth loop impedance, phase rotation
P16. Install joint protection to ensure connections are protected from ingress of moisture and mechanical damage
P17. Record cable joint positions and test results in accordance with company procedures
P18. Dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials in line with company procedures
P19. Store tools and equipment safely and securely and leave the work area work in a safe condition in accordance with company procedures

Cable Jointer: Billy Ayling

Cable Jointer Training Knowledge & Understanding

To achieve this unit, you will need to know and understand:

General Requirements

K1. The principles of Health, Safety and Environmental legislation in relation to work on or near electrical power networks and cables
K2. The organisation’s safety rules, policies and procedures relating to work on or near electrical power networks
K3. The hazards associated with work on or near electrical power networks and how to deal with them
K4. How to select, inspect and use PPE for work on or near electrical power networks
K5. How to carry out a site specific risk assessment and identify workplace hazards
K6. The dangers of electricity and how an electric shock can be received including: direct contact, induced voltage and arcing
K7. The roles and responsibilities of the relevant person/s involved in the control of the jointing procedure
K8. How to complete relevant company safety documentation for control of the LV network
K9. The effect of adverse weather conditions on jointing activities
K10. How to respond in the event of emergency situations in the work environment, including electric shock
K11. How to deal with hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials in accordance with company procedures
K12. How to leave an underground work area in a safe and secure condition. e.g. signs, lighting and barriers
K13. How to update, report and record information in accordance with company procedures

Task Specific Training – Live Low Voltage Mains Jointing

K14. How to interpret utility drawings / control diagrams to identify underground cables and apparatus
K15. How to interpret manufacturers’ jointing specifications / company procedures
K16. How to select, inspect and use approved tools and equipment for live low voltage jointing procedures
K17. How to positively identify the correct underground service / mains cable/s to be worked on
K18. The different types of earthing systems used on distribution networks
K19. The company live low voltage working procedures and how to apply them
K20. The reasons and requirements of maintaining earth continuity
K21. The test values for pre and post electrical testing of underground low voltage cables
K22. How to interpret the test results obtained from electrical testing

Book Cable Jointer Training Course

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Jointer Training Course

For further information on the courses that Pragmatic Consulting offer please contact Jo Niblett (Managing Director).

Tel: 01926 674340 

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Email: [email protected]

THORNE & DERRICK are national distributors of LV, MV & HV Cable Installation, Jointing, Duct Sealing, Substation & Electrical Equipment – we service UK and global businesses involved in cable installations, cable jointing, cable cleating, substation, overhead line and electrical construction at LV, 11kV, 33kV and EHV.

Since 1985, T&D have established an international reputation based on SERVICE | INTEGRITY | TRUST.

Contact us for 3M Electrical, ABB, Alroc, AN Wallis, CATU Electrical, Cembre, Centriforce, CMP, CSD, Elastimold, Ellis Patents, Emtelle, Euromold, Filoform , Furse, Lucy Electric & Zodion, Nexans, Pfisterer, Polypipe, Prysmian, Roxtec, Sicame, WT Henley.

Invitation

Thorne & Derrick invite you to join LinkedIn’s largest LV-HV Electrical Discussion Group : Low & High Voltage Power, Cabling, Jointing & Electricals. 

Discussion subjects include cable installations, cable jointing, substation, overhead line and electrical construction at LV, 11kV, 33kV and EHV. Network, engage and promote your profile, company or products with over 10,000 influencers.

UPS – The Key Role of Back-up Battery Testing & Maintenance For Reliable Power Supply

Reliable Back-Up Power – end to end UPS and critical power solutions.

Special Thanks To James Abbey - Director at BCL Power Ltd

BCL Power Ltd was established in 1994 as a telecoms battery service company, and was originally called Brett Communications Ltd. In 2017 we decided to change our name to BCL Power Ltd to suit our business more.

Today, the company offers complete end-to-end solutions for UPS (uninterruptable power supply) Systems and standby battery power equipment, including the supply, installation, maintenance and support on critical power solutions.

Over the last 24 years, we are very proud to have been involved with some of the leading critical power manufacturers including APC, Riello, Eltek and Enersys Batteries.

The core of BCL Power’s customer’s range from telecom providers to banking, education, government authorities and NHS trusts.

As the rail industry looks to improve its data management systems via reliable standby battery solutions, BCL Power knows how to help! With significant success over the last few years as the UK distributors of Midtronics Stationary Power (who supply battery management solutions), BCL Power is now looking towards the rail industry as a potential opportunity for future growth.

James Abbey, Director at BCL Power, explains the lack of awareness towards the importance of ensuring regular testing and maintenance of batteries, “we have seen a real problem, where people have had services on their UPS system, but not had an actual test on their batteries,” he says. “We can’t stress the importance of regular battery maintenance and testing, it is really simple and is the key component within a battery back-up system.

If you don’t have them tested regularly, then you don’t know the condition of them. And if you don’t know the condition of them, you don’t know if they’re going to work when needed. Therefore, it’s so important that clients can get accurate and efficient information about their systems, and therefore prevent any issues that could occur. In delivering these solutions, BCL Power excels within the industry with its supplier relationships.”

“As the UK distributor to Midtronics Stationary Power, this really gives us a push over our competitors because we not only provide the battery management service, but also the tools to test them.” explains James.

One of the problems across all sectors is that there is currently a lack of integration between the way companies test with one device and monitor with another, resulting in multiple streams of data, which then have to be analysed separately.

“All Midtronics Stationary Power equipment reports into one system. This means that it is possible to get the data back to the clients quickly and efficiently,” adds James.

Often replacing a battery system can set a company back between £500 and £10,000. With this management system in place it allows companies to predict failure and therefore budget effectively for new battery systems.”

Battery Testing & UPS Maintenance From BCL Power & Midtronics

It is with the above solution that BCL Power Ltd proposes its services to the rail industry.

“Currently, the rail industry will have a monitoring system from one company that focuses on remote batteries at switching sites and telephone exchanges. In addition to this, the guys who go out to the field will likely be testing batteries with a different system. All this data is then extracted and analysed by someone else who can then make a decision on whether the batteries need changing or if they are ok.

With the Midtronics Stationary Power equipment, there is a central server, which can collate all information from all sites, whether it be from engineer tests or from monitoring remote sites, which can then also cut down on service visits.

Midtronics Stationary Power Battery testers allow management teams in the rail industry to predict when the batteries will need changing more accurately, rather than waiting for a test to say that they’ve already failed.

Focusing on the rail industry is a smart and reactive move by the BCL Power team considering a current push within the industry to integrate data management with operations in order to improve reliability and therefore customer satisfaction.

Midtronics Celltron Advantage – Modular Battery Analysis System

Having now sold many Midtronics testers to Network Rail through a third party, BCL Power sees the potential for its management systems to also be put in place to help drive maintenance efficiencies throughout the rail network.

“As a nation we are putting more pressure on the power grid and this brings its challenges. People are becoming more reliant on back-up battery solutions,” comments from James, who sees big opportunities in the near future.

“Going forward, it is worth companies investing in a good battery management programme. For instance, if stations and signalling applications are relying on standby battery power in case of a power cut, how do they know they will work every time?”

As far as BCL Power’s own future is concerned, the company is very much focused on expanding its target markets to become increasingly aware of the importance of battery management.

“Over the next 12 months, we are looking at having a hosted service. If clients haven’t got the employees to manage the data, we can provide a secure management service where we collect the information remotely and can highlight problems for them.

We can then inform them of the best way to proceed. With a unique position in the market and a strong product and service offering, BCL Power is well placed in an economy where future power sources are uncertain.”

Contact BCL Power

• Unit 13 Beaufort Court, Roebuck Way, Knowlhill, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK5 8HL United Kingdom

• Tel 01908 607548

• [email protected]

Midtronics Stationary Power Equipment

Will you be attending @DataCentreWorld this year?

We are pleased to announce that @MidtronicsSP will be exhibiting at @DataCentreWorld next month, 21-22 March 2018 on stand: D860 pic.twitter.com/1vqsmTwvEk

— BCL POWER (@BCL_Power) February 16, 2018

System Integrity Assured | Be Sure Your Battery Backup System Works When You Need It The Most | Telecommunications Battery Monitoring | Midtronics https://t.co/suQX5aqKBd by @MidtronicsSP pic.twitter.com/338rbluQPC

— Franklin Electric Grid Solutions (@FranklinGrid) January 17, 2018

Specialist Distributors: LV, MV & HV Cable Jointing, Substation & Electrical Eqpt

THORNE & DERRICK are national distributors of LV, MV & HV Cable Installation, Jointing, Duct Sealing, Earthing & Electrical Equipment – we service UK and global businesses involved in cable installations, cable jointing, substation, overhead line and electrical construction at LV, 11kV, 33kV and EHV.

Contact us for 3M Electrical, ABB, Alroc, AN Wallis, CATU Electrical, Cembre, Centriforce, CMP, CSD, Elastimold, Ellis Patents, Emtelle, Euromold, Filoform , Furse, Lucy Electric & Zodion, Nexans, Pfisterer, Polypipe, Prysmian, Roxtec, Sicame, WT Henley.

Invitation

Thorne & Derrick invite you to join LinkedIn’s largest LV-HV Electrical Discussion Group : Low & High Voltage Power, Cabling, Jointing & Electricals. 

Discussion subjects include cable installations, cable jointing, substation earthing, overhead line and electrical construction at LV, 11kV, 33kV and EHV.

Network, engage and promote your profile, company or products with over 10,000 influencers.

Single Pole Power Connectors – Safe & Reliable High-Current Power Connections Up To 800A

Powersafe – Single Pole Power Connectors

• A Guest Blog by Sean Frazier (Sales & Marketing) - estimated reading time 4 minutes 

2017 saw a great increase in demand for Power Generators on the National Grid and at Events worldwide – a trend that is set to continue in 2018.

UL Listed Cable Connectors

As a result, LV-HV electrical safety has become a prominent concern for power distribution executives, with high-current diesel generators often left in touching distance of the public, at roadsides, festivals and within housing areas.

That’s why Phase 3 Connectors have innovated product enhancements to Single Pole Connectors with the Powersafe range.

Powersafe cable connectors have several features that allow for safe and reliable high-current power connections up to 800A, assuring power distribution managers can rest assured of minimal risk.

The UL Listed plugs are also an industry leader in high current power connection (800A) quality; perfect to mate with the Powersafe Box.

The cable connectors are designed to connect single and three phase high current power circuits, Phase 3 Powersafe single pole connectors are at the forefront of both safety and technical capability.

Single Pole High Current Low Voltage Cable Connectors

Rated to 500amps and 800amps depending on cable size, specification and power source – dual compatibility for single and 3 phase LV power distribution applications.

Single pole power connectors are used for electrical power connections where multi-pole connectors and cables would be impractical to handle due to size, weight and minimum bending radius of cables – typically used to connect large generators and fixed power sources for high power temporary equipment and power supply.

Single Pole Connectors 500amps 800amps

Power cable connectors for direct attachment to busbar are available for drawing-off power to temporary installations or feeding power into busbars such as temporary power generator hook-ups during electricity outages.

Finger proof electrical contacts protect people against electrical shock

IP67 cable connectors watertight for outdoor applications without danger of water ingress into the power cable connectors

➡ Watch the full Video of the Phase 3 Power Cable Connectors

Features & Benefits of the Phase 3 Power Cable Connectors?

1) Finger-Proof Contact

There’s always one drunk person at a festival or an intrigued child who wants to touch the shiny generators and cables!

Frustrating.

However, finger-proof contacts on the cable connectors means risk of potentially fatal human contact with live power is minimal. The finger-proof cable connector feature also means generators are safe for installation engineers if power connections are unknowingly disconnected under load. That’s why they’re the choice of power cable connector at prestigious events like the World Cup, Winter Olympics and Glastonbury.

2) Clear & Locked Connection

PowerSafe cable connectors are colour coded and mechanically keyed – meaning each line can only mate with its compatible socket e.g Earth with Earth (Green/Green). This ensures a successful, quick and safe assembly every time.

The locking mechanism prevents accidental disconnection of cable connector under load, as well as integral cable strain relief – meaning no more unplanned power outages! The connector is the replacement for CamLock, which are now banned in Europe with the US expected to follow suit.

3) High Impact Cable Connectors & Temperature Protection

Phase 3 connectors are manufactured with high quality thermoplastics and fitted with rubber hand grips, perfect for high impact and temperature protection. That clumsy installation technician won’t be costing you tonnes in replacement cable connectors by bashing them around – they’re made to last!

5) Power Off Assurance

When connected to a Powersafe Panel Mount you cannot disconnect cables from the generator unless the power is off. This is ideal for those seeking assurance that the cables are not live when lying around if you’re using this setup.

6) Water & Dust Proof IP67 Rating

Rainy day woes with your power generators?

No problem!

IP67 ingress protection means the connectors are fully protected against dust and capable of withstanding water immersion up to 1 meter for 30 minutes. This is great for applications such as maritime and military or data centres in remote areas of the world.

7) UK Manufactured & Assembled Cable Connectors

Powersafe cable connectors are manufactured and assembled in the UK, with all materials sourced in Europe or America. With 100% control over the manufacturing and supply chain, you are guaranteed high-quality and lightning quick production. Phase 3’s Scottish engineers in cold, old Fife assemble and package the connectors ready to deliver with industry leading lead times of less than a week (some suppliers work at 17+ weeks!)

Phase 3 UL Approval to Connect US Industry

About Phase 3

Phase 3 Connectors Ltd is a privately owned company who manufacture power connectors for industry. All the cable connectors are 100% manufactured and assembled in the UK. They specialise in Power Cable Connectors for a range of industries from Power Generation, Cable Assembly, Military, Healthcare, Government, Entertainment & Maritime.

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