For our latest episode of T&D Talk, a special series on the T&D World Line Life podcast channel, we are focusing on the topic of HV installation. Our guest is Randy Denmon, director of high-voltage services for Southwire. He has been in the industry for 25 years and is responsible for the safe, quality installation of 69 kV through 500 kV underground transmission projects.
By listening to the episode, you can learn about the following:
How high-voltage underground transmission cable helps to meet the growing demands of the electrical grid
The step-by-step process of installing the underground cable
Special precautions, design considerations or best practices regarding undergrounding transmission cable
Suitable locations for installing the HV cable underground
Strategies for success when it comes to installation
How Southwire's installers are trained and certified
A description of Southwire's project management, cable pulling, splicing, terminating, sheath bonding and grounding services
How lineworkers assist the Southwire crew with the installation or maintenance of the HV cable
The installation process during cold weather situations
The HPFF retrofit solution and how it will help utilities meet their current and future needs
For more information about Southwire’s HV cable program, visit the website.
Also, be sure to check out the other two episodes sponsored by Southwire for our T&D Talk series:
