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Joost van der Poel
Accountmanager
Safety
In our work, safety is vitally important, especially when working in the distribution network. Voltage is everywhere and we need to make sure that it is de-energised and safe to be present and to work. It goes without saying that the regulations in force determine locally which working method is necessary for your and our safety in each situation.
Voltage-free
To determine whether your situation is voltage-free, we have a large number of variants of voltage indicators, testers for both direct voltage DC and alternating voltage AC. It obviously also depends which installation or condition is tested, for which we offer a variant of our well-known KP-TEST5. Continuous voltage indicators can be realised for the switch or transformer of any project to allow remote reading and monitoring.
Phase comparisons
In order to gain insight into the different phases, single pole phase comparators are available. We also offer a system that allows the phases to be read continuously.
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Earthing and short circuiting
After securing, we must ensure the continuous safeguarding of safety when the installation engineer is at work. The single-pole or three-pole earthing and short-circuit equipment that has been installed will provide this safety. On the basis of the short-circuit values such as current and power over time, we determine the earthing and short-circuit equipment to be used. Please contact our account manager to specify the custom work required.
Innovation- ShortCircuitRing®
Due to the situation with feed-in to the low-voltage grid, a circumstance has arisen in which no single-sided earthing or switching off is safe anymore in the installation pit; a feed-in via a home or office can take place at any time due to the available solar panels or energy storage. In cooperation with our partners, Batenburg Energietechniek has developed the ShortCircuitRing® (Short Circuit Ring), which was tested according to the standard and is now “patent pending”. When used in the installation trench, the ShortCircuitRing® will provide a visible, safe short-circuit safety device ensuring work can be performed safely. See YouTube for more information or ask for a demonstration in your own installation trench.
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Surge arrester
Every gantry along the railway track is secured by a surge arrester. Other components can also be protected by a surge arrester, so they are also available
for different fixed DC voltages. In other words, both ProRail and light rail applications can benefit from this.
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VDE insulated tools
Installation of the terminals in the low-voltage grid must be done with 1000V insulated tools. Whether you need socket spanners, ratchet spanners, inside hexagonal spanners supplemented with personal protective equipment such as a helmet, face shield and gloves, we offer a complete range for your personal safety. Ask our account managers for advice.
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Personal protective equipment
We have a wide range of PPE. Think of helmets, face shields, hearing protection, safety gloves, safety hats, jackets, pants and more. Our PPE are suitable for specific voltage classes and / or for arc flash protection. Our personal protective equipment is also available in sets. We can compile these specifically for your company in terms of content, colors and logos.
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