ETS Cable Components are proud to be part of the development and subsequent launch of a new range of cleats which requires no conventional fixings to supporting steel-work.

The design also allows for additional cleats to be stacked on top of one another with nothing more than a small turn of a unique fixing lock.

The concept was driven by initial discussions between Network Rail and ETS, the resultant product range providing a unique cable cleat solution to alleviate a critical Health and Safety issue the client’s engineers had experienced.

Following subsequent design meetings and the continual evolution of the design concept over the last year, we are extremely pleased to announce that the finished product range is now available.

Key features:

• No bolts – allowing for rapid installation through a simple ‘turn and lock’ mechanism onto supporting steel-work!
• Easily stackable – additional cables can be added without disturbing existing installations in any way.
• Manufactured from London Underground 1-085 approved material.
• Cleat sizes suitable for fixing cables ranging from 18-55mm in diameter available.

ETS Cable Components Operations Director, Kevin Moloney, said:

“It was a privilege to get the initial call from Network Rail requesting our help to come up with a suitable cleating solution. This is testament to our reputation in solving problems for customers.

The whole process from initial design meeting to approving the prototype progressed extremely quickly and was helped greatly by the ingenuity of the design team from Ellis Patents. The determination of Network Rail and their desire to see improvements to the network, whilst safeguarding those working on it is a superb example of innovation directly benefitting on-site safety.”

The new boltless cleat will be available to view at the Infrarail show at Excel on 12 – 14^th April, but for further product information in the meantime please contact ETS on: 0208 405 6789 or via sales@etscablecomponents.com.

Cable Cleats Brochure

A brochure is available setting out ETS’ wide range of cable cleats. To find out more click here.

ETS Cable Components are an official supplier, stockist and distributor of Ellis Patents cable cleats.

Cable Terminations: Offering more installation flexibility, Nexan’s latest separable connector – the 480TB interface C connector – has just been released to market.

With its 1250A rating, the new product is ideal for customers demanding compact connectors for higher voltages (up to 42 kV) and feature higher current capacity, when connected to a suitably-related equipment bushing.

• More installation flexibility – 1250A rating
• The ‘8’ interface of the Euromold 480TB can follow the market trends towards higher equipment voltages (up to 42 kV)
• Full suite of supporting cable accessories: coupling connectors, grounding plugs, bushings extenders, testing rods, junction frames and connection solution cabinets
• Suits 35-300mm² medium voltage power cables

The separable tee shape connector (M16 bolted type) has been designed to connect and terminate polymeric insulated cable (XLPE, EPR etc) to electrical equipment such as switchgear, transformers and motors.

The 480TB completes Nexan’s interface C connector range for cables from 35mm² up to 1200mm².

ETS Cable Components has a long history of offering quality cable terminations and is proud to stock the 480TB.

Find out more about the 480TB.

See a quick video on the 480TB.

Cembre, the internationally renowned tool cable tooling manufacturer, has recently launched two new 18v cordless battery operated hydraulic crimping tools. The new B500E and B1350-CE are designed to replace the B51 and B135-C crimping tools respectively.

Main Features

The new tools represent a significantly advantageous evolution of the popular B51 and B135-C tools. The main features of this new generation of crimpers include:

• New Li-Ion 18V 4Ah batteries offering high capacity, faster charging and energy optimisation.
• Greater crimping speed and crimping force resulting from a revitalised hydraulic system with double speed action.
• A maximum pressure sensor and security valve, together provide greater precision and repeatability of the pressure cycle and double the provision for operator safety.
• An OLED display makes essential tool operating information available in real time. Including:Compression force being generated, for confirmation of tool performance and adherence to best practices.
• Bi-component plastic shell for enhanced resistance to wear and damage, and rubber grip inserts for operator comfort.
• LED lighting at the front of the tool to illuminate the working area for additional convenience and safety.

The tools will also collect crimping cycle data for up to 200,000 events, this is automatically stored on a memory card for transfer to PC by USB interface.

New LED display with touch button

The data below shows the specific performance increases of both the Cembre B500E and B1350-CE over their previous counterparts.

Comparison of performance: Cembre B500E vs Cembre B51

Comparison of performance: Cembre B1350-CE vs B135-C

For more information on the new range of Cembre crimping tools, please contact our Tooling Department with your requirements.

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