BlogReducing The Risk From Underground Electrical Cables
Burying electricity cables is common practice when laying cables within urbanised areas. Placing the direct-buried cables underground reduces disruption during construction and lowers the risk to members of the public. However, it does provide a number of risks for future excavation and third party digging. In 2010, the dangers of not correctly marking or tiling […]
Ellis Innovation Delivers HV Cabling Solution for Siemens
The world’s leading cable cleat manufacturer, Ellis has underlined the reason for its industry standing by designing an entirely new product in response to a cabling requirement from one of the biggest names in global business, Siemens. The product is a two-in-one cable guide and clamp that was developed by Ellis following a call to assist […]
Six Point Plan of Lightning Protection
Effective lightning protection involves the integration of several concepts. nVent ERICO employs the Six Point Plan of Protection as a useful guide to ensure the highest level of system security. 1. Capture the lightning strike Capture the lightning strike to a known and preferred attachment point using a purpose-designed air terminal system. 2. Convey this […]
Q&A: When Should A Hazardous Area Cable Joint Be Used?
Question: In what situation and applications should I use a Hazardous Area cable joint over a standard resin-filled joint? Answer: A Hazardous Area joint kit should be used if you have a requirement for your cable jointing solution, to be flame retardant, halogen-free or hydrocarbon resistant. All of our 3M Hazardous Area joints have been […]
Q&A: Are bushing extenders available for Euromold Interface C bushings?
Question: Are bushing extenders available for the Nexans Euromold Interface ‘C’ bushings? I have noted extenders are available for Interface D and E bushings but cannot find any examples for the interface C range. Answer: Unfortunately 400series bushing extenders do not exist. Being a European-designed product, it as always felt that sufficient control could be […]
nVent ERICO Perform Fusing Tests on CADWELD Connections
nVent ERICO, manufacturers of the CADWELD® range of exothermic welding equipment, recently carried out some fusing tests on their CADWELD connections at their HV laboratory in Solon, USA. In the tests, 10kA is applied until either the conductor or the CADWELD connection fails. To pass the test, the conductor must fail (melt) before the CADWELD connection […]
