Repair of 1 kV branch connection in LoviSil® housing

Defective low-voltage cables are becoming more and more common and cause expensive and time-consuming repair work. Lovink Enertech offers a smart and sustainable solution for disturbed 1 kV branch connections, without a replacement cable, large weld hole or extra cable joints.

Damage caused by excavation work

In the Netherlands, Netbeheer Nederland registered more than 6,000 cable damages in 2018, 90% of which were in low-voltage cables. The result? Households are without power, internet and television. Fast recovery is crucial to limit nuisance.

Traditional Autumn Method

In the event of a defective branch connection, a large piece of cable is often cut from the route, new cable is laid and connected to three cable joints. This approach requires a large weld hole, extra cable and high costs.

Sustainable and cost-effective solution from Lovink

Is the interference limited to the branch joint and are the wires intact? Then Lovink offers an efficient solution:

  • The branch joint is removed and the wires are reconnected.
  • The connection is provided with a Lovink KB outer shell filled with Protolin® resin.
    This resin adheres perfectly to the ABS shells and guarantees a watertight seal and optimal protection.

Advantages of this method

  • No additional cable sleeves required
  • Smaller weld hole, less digging
  • Faster assembly, crucial in the event of malfunctions with many households
  • Lower costs and satisfied customers
Want to know more about this application? Contact our specialists.

Faulty connection

Defective medium voltage branch connection and replacement module showing cable joint repair solution in underground installation

Renewed connection

Defective medium voltage branch connection and replacement module showing cable joint repair solution in underground installation