Utility Solutions' Grounds-Trainer

An innovative solution to increase a lineworkers knowledge of grounding

EVERLAST Ground Markers

A perfect way to mark your underground utilities on a wind farm or solar park

Wind farms, solar parks and geothermal generators all use underground utilities. They use electrical cable, ground wire, pipe and much more. In many of these installations, the location is remote and may not have an on site person to monitor. There is also the long term issue of contractors doing work at wind farms that have been put into service many years before. If the cable or pipe has not been marked, a potential hazard can present itself in routine work of planting vegetation or adding new solar panels.

The first line of defense is also the least expensive; line tape can be added to the cable 6-8 inches above the cable before it is buried. This gives a contractor or a groundskeeper a warning if they dig too close to a cable or pipe. In most areas the most visible products are the best. They can be added after the wind farm or solar park has been built and it prevents accidents before they can begin. Poly Dome markers, flat line markers, signs on metal u-channels are all systems that have been very effective. The only challenge is where ATV and Motocross riders like to ride. In these areas, markings tend to get knocked down, ripped up or generally abused.

To make sure your system is still marked and doesn’t get dug up, Tech Products invented the EVERLAST ® ground markers. Using their patented technology to have signs that can last in any environment, the ground markers lay flat on the ground so they can be ran over by an All Terrain Vehicle and not destroy the copy. Using these markers your utility system will continue to be safe.

Clamp-On Ground Resistance Tester (P81001)

Simply your ground resistance measurements on multiple point ground systems

Complete with a heavy-duty case built to withstand rain, dirt and more, SNC’s ground resistance tester also features:

• A/C leakage current range of 10mA to 30.00A with 50μA resolution
• 1.25″ (31.75mm) maximum conductor O.D.
• Configurable alarm value for resistance and current to support your measurement
• Verification resistor to confirm accuracy of meter
• Data logging with 99 data points

Providing non-contact, auto-ranging ground resistance measurements, from 0.01Øhm to 1000Øhm, with a 0.01Øhm resolution, SNC’s clamp-on ground resistance tester is rugged and reliable.

SNC’s non-intrusive, ground resistance tester simplifies ground resistance measurements on multiple point ground systems. It’s constructed with an ergonomic mold and a complete slip-proof rubber coating.

Utilized to ensure the quality of multiple grounds placed parallel to each other, SNC’s resistance testers are used for multiple applications, including or in conjunction with RESTORE-LITE®:

• Pole and pad mounted transformers
• Street cabinets
• Utility poles
• Telephone pedestals
• Applications containing a buried ground ring

GlowGuard Tape

Tired of losing tools? Check out this money saving solution

When the lights go out, GlowGuard tape delivers. By putting it on your tools and equipment, you can easily discover and recover them in total darkness!

Benefits:

• Very intense glow performance
• Far exceeds ISO 17398:2004 and ASTM E2072 Multi-surface durable adhesion
• Afterglow last over 8 hours
• Charges in minutes
• Comes in 3/8', 1 "and 2" widths
• Works while wet
• MADE IN THE USA

GlowGuard tape can be used for many different applications, including but not limited to:

• Tools and equipment
• Vehicles or trailers
• Identifying Hazards
• Hardhats
• Labeling pipes and wires in dark areas
• Labeling transformers or utility equipment Marking doorways, pathways, or exits 

Click above to view the GlowGuard Tape video

PROLink

The Richards PROLink is designed to isolate the network protector from the secondary network, reducing potential arc-flash hazard.

The PROLink features a handle-operated rugged contact assembly molded within a fully submersible fiberglass enclosure. The device is designed and qualified for use on all 125/216, 277/480 and 347/600V network protectors up to 4500A.

Features:

• Submersible to 25 ft.
• Visible break
• Pad lockable
• Available with standard latching device or kirk key
• Multiple mounting configurations - wall mountable or directly on network protector
• Field retrofittable
• Test ports for phase check and test set power

ConduWire

Dramatically extend the life of any grounding system

ConduWire is an extruded, conductively coated grounding wire that dramatically extends the life of any grounding system by virtually eliminating wire corrosion.

ConduWire   | The Durable Solution

By using ConduWire as your grounding conductor compared to traditional materials used today, you will benefit from:

1. Increased life-cycle by significantly reducing electrode corrosion
2. Increased safety by ensuring grounding systems remain functioning for their design life
3. Lower overall cost by eliminating the need to replace grounding over time
4. No impact to installation by maintaining existing work methods

ConduWire ensures your grounding conductor will last in corrosive environments.

It is as flexible as bare wire while protecting from theft and corrosion.

 For more information or a quote on any of the products featured in this newsletter, please reach out to Ryan Campbell at rcampbell@powertech-upsc.com or
(860) 678-8772.

Powertech Associates and Utility Power Supply offer the latest products and solutions available in the Utility Industry.  We are committed to meet the needs of our customers through quality product solutions and proven customer service.