Abstract: A splice for use in high voltage electrical environment is disclosed employing a combination of cold-shrink and an interference fit in a single splice component, thereby allowing for the use of a shortened core at a first cold splice end and the absence of a cable adapter at the interference fit at the second end.

Abstract: A secondary bushing with a sleeve for each conductive contact is disclosed. The secondary bushing is secured to a transformer wall by a mounting assembly and comprises a first side and second side. The first side is positioned within the transformer wall and includes a first conductor. The second side is positioned outside of the transformer wall and includes at least one cable connector that is coupled to a power cable. Instead of exposing the conductive contacts of the cable connector and power cable, a sleeve is inserted to insulate and seal each conductive contact.

Abstract: A splice for use in high voltage electrical environment employing a combination of cold-shrink and interference fit in a single splice component allowing for the use of a shortened core at a first cold splice end and the absence of a cable adapter at the interference fit second end.

Abstract: A lifting support apparatus and system is disclosed with integrated mounting points for lifting straps. The lifting support apparatus comprises a joint shield and arc proof cover. A cable accessory is placed on the joint shield and surrounded on its sides and top by the arc proof cover. The exposed ends of the arc proof cover allow for the visible inspection of the connectors of the cable accessory. By incorporating mounting points on the joint shield, the lifting straps are prevented from sliding along the arc proof cover or becoming dislodged. Further, the joint shield includes at least one rib on its bottom surface to prevent the joint shield from bending.

Abstract: An elbow arrester with a T-body is disclosed capable of coupling with an apparatus for protection from transient over voltage, and coupling with additional cable accessories, without having to loosen the initial connection with the coupled apparatus. The elbow body of the T-body arrester has a first portion, and a second portion protruding from an intermediate section of the first portion to define a T-body. A receiving feature is located within the first portion extending towards a first end, while a male feature is coupled to a second end of the first portion, opposite from the receiving feature. A coupling fastener is integrally molded into the first portion, providing for an apparatus coupled to the coupling fastener to be decoupled without loosening the connection of another apparatus connected to the T-Body elbow. Further, decoupling the other apparatus does not loosen the apparatus coupled to the coupling fastener.

Abstract: An arc proof cover with an integrated window is disclosed. The arc proof cover comprises a body and cover composed of arc and track resistant material. The body includes a first end, second end, and at least one window. In a closed position, the cover is placed over the at least one viewing window. A locking mechanism secures the closed position of the cover. When the locking mechanism is disengaged, the cover can be moved to allow visual inspection of the connectors within the arc proof cover. The body further includes an opening along its length which allows for the wrapping and unwrapping of the arc proof cover around the connectors of an assembled cable accessory.

Abstract: A splice for use in high voltage electrical environment employing a combination of cold-shrink and interference fit in a single splice component allowing for the use of a shortened core at a first cold splice end and the absence of a cable adapter at the interference fit second end.

Abstract: An elbow arrester with a T-body is disclosed capable of coupling with an apparatus for protection from transient over voltage, and coupling with additional cable accessories, without having to loosen the initial connection with the coupled apparatus. The elbow body of the T-body arrester has a first portion, and a second portion protruding from an intermediate section of the first portion to define a T-body. A receiving feature is located within the first portion extending towards a first end, while a male feature is coupled to a second end of the first portion, opposite from the receiving feature. A coupling fastener is integrally molded into the first portion, providing for an apparatus coupled to the coupling fastener to be decoupled without loosening the connection of another apparatus connected to the T-Body elbow. Further, decoupling the other apparatus does not loosen the apparatus coupled to the coupling fastener.

Abstract: An arrester is disclosed capable of coupling a cable accessory utilizing a push on method. The arrester comprises a body having a surge arrester portion, a receiving portion, and a conductive contact. The receiving portion is configured to couple to a coupling fastener comprising a first side, second side, and a latching mechanism. Various methods of engaging and disengaging the arrester to a cable accessory utilizing the coupling fastener are disclosed.

Abstract: A lifting support apparatus and system is disclosed with integrated mounting points for lifting straps. The lifting support apparatus comprises a joint shield and arc proof cover. A cable accessory is placed on the joint shield and surrounded on its sides and top by the arc proof cover. The exposed ends of the arc proof cover allow for the visible inspection of the connectors of the cable accessory. By incorporating mounting points on the joint shield, the lifting straps are prevented from sliding along the arc proof cover or becoming dislodged. Further, the joint shield includes at least one rib on its bottom surface to prevent the joint shield from bending.

Abstract: A cable accessory removal tool is disclosed. The tool comprises a first handle, a guard member, and a cutting member. The cutting member includes a second handle and a blade that rotates about a pivot point. In a first position, a portion of the blade is positioned within a groove of the guard member. The cutting member is rotated to a second position using the second handle. Various methods of removing a cable accessory without damaging the cable covered by the cable accessory are disclosed.

Abstract: A secondary bushing with a sleeve for each conductive contact is disclosed. The secondary bushing is secured to a transformer wall by a mounting assembly and comprises a first side and second side. The first side is positioned within the transformer wall and includes a first conductor. The second side is positioned outside of the transformer wall and includes at least one cable connector that is coupled to a power cable. Instead of exposing the conductive contacts of the cable connector and power cable, a sleeve is inserted to insulate and seal each conductive contact.

Abstract: A self-supported jacket seal designed for a cable connector so that after a cable is inserted into the cable connector, the integrated jacket seal protects any exposed portion of the cable without requiring any additional installation steps. The self-supported feature is provided by a plurality of rigid ridges positioned on the outer surface of the jacket seal. The ridges strengthen the construction of the component so that the jacket seal substantially maintains its shape when a cable is slidably inserted therewithin. Because the seal does not buckle when installed, it does not require any additional installation steps as found in other similar inventions known in the art.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for interconnecting mains cables used for underground secondary low-voltage AC network systems utilizing an improved crab joint connector arranged to maximize the number of interconnections in a compact design wherein the plurality of legs are arranged in a rectangle configuration and a single bus leg is positioned at an end of an insulated housing.

Abstract: A lifting support apparatus and system is disclosed with integrated mounting points for lifting straps. The lifting support apparatus comprises a joint shield and arc proof cover. A cable accessory is placed on the joint shield and surrounded on its sides and top by the arc proof cover. The exposed ends of the arc proof cover allow for the visible inspection of the connectors of the cable accessory. By incorporating mounting points on the joint shield, the lifting straps are prevented from sliding along the arc proof cover or becoming dislodged. Further, the joint shield includes at least one rib on its bottom surface to prevent the joint shield from bending.

Abstract: A self-supported jacket seal designed for a cable connector so that after a cable is inserted into the cable connector, the integrated jacket seal protects any exposed portion of the cable without requiring any additional installation steps. The self-supported feature is provided by a plurality of rigid ridges positioned on the outer surface of the jacket seal. The ridges strengthen the construction of the component so that the jacket seal substantially maintains its shape when a cable is slidably inserted therewithin. Because the seal does not buckle when installed, it does not require any additional installation steps as found in other similar inventions known in the art.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for interconnecting mains cables used for underground secondary low-voltage AC network systems utilizing an improved crab joint connector arranged to maximize the number of interconnections in a compact design wherein the plurality of legs are arranged in a rectangle configuration and a single bus leg is positioned at an end of an insulated housing.

Abstract: A gas meter assembly having a universal type connector subassembly. This gas meter assembly includes a gas meter, inlet piping, outlet piping, and a connector unit which has a U-shaped inlet pipe, a Z-shaped outlet pipe, and a strut fixedly connected to the U-shaped inlet pipe and connected to the Z-shaped outlet pipe. The strut has a first hole with a first axis receiving the inlet pipe and has a second hole with a second axis receiving an upper portion of the Z-shaped outlet pipe for rotating through a selective angle a lower portion of the Z-shaped outlet pipe with a third axis, so that the spacing between the first and third axes can be made either more or less than the spacing between the first and second axis, in order to match the spacing between inlet and outlet connections of the meter.

Abstract: A hydraulic wire joining device for connecting at least two wires. The device includes a hydraulic cylinder for clamping a wedge or spacer over at least two wires, and a work fixture for transmitting an cylinder force to the wedge. The cylinder is a two-stage type of cylinder, which has first and second coaxial cylinders and respective first and second coaxial pistons respectively forming the first and second chambers and third and fourth chambers. The first piston has passage means which has a pressure valve and which connects the first and third chambers upon opening of the pressure valve only at a second stage higher fluid pressure level, whereby a two-stage two-level force can be applied to the wedge for initial crimping and final crimping of the wedge.