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Thimble Clevis Tech Talk: Strength, Specs & More

Thimble Clevis Tech Talk: Strength, Specs & More

A thimble clevis is a component used in overhead power line construction and maintenance. It helps to connect a dead-end insulator or suspension insulator to the crossarm or tower. It has a specific shape that resembles a thimble with a loop at one end and a clevis...
Protect Cables: Guide to Spiral Vibration Damper 

Protect Cables: Guide to Spiral Vibration Damper 

A spiral vibration damper is a device used to lengthen the cable line’s service life. It is also known as a Stockbridge damper or an SVD. Spiral vibration damper helps to mitigate the effects of aeolian vibration. This is from wind-induced oscillations in the...
Span Clamp 101: Choosing, Installing, Keeping Safe

Span Clamp 101: Choosing, Installing, Keeping Safe

A span clamp is a device used to secure conductors in place between two adjacent towers. A span clamp is also known as a mid-span clamp or a suspension clamp. Its main purpose is to provide mechanical support and maintain the proper sag. This is to ensure the...
Beyond Metal: Exploring Innovative Drop Wire Clamp Materials

Beyond Metal: Exploring Innovative Drop Wire Clamp Materials

A drop wire clamp is a hardware used to secure and support aerial cables in telecommunications and cable television. The clamps have designs for use with aerial cables which install above ground and suspend from support structures. Their main function is to anchor the...
Grip, Guide, Guard: Master ADSS with Downlead Clamp

Grip, Guide, Guard: Master ADSS with Downlead Clamp

A downlead clamp is a specialized bracket attached to a towering transmission line. It helps to safeguard and secure cables dropping from the power pole. Its primary role is to prevent the cable from swaying in the wind. Too much sway is from excess wind or storms...