Transmission and Distribution

A white paper discusses using Anti-rotational devices (ARD) in optical ground wire (OPGW) installations.

AFL's SkyWrap® provides an optical fibre bypass to allow replacement of damaged OPGW on high voltage transmission line for one of the largest electricity transmission companies in Europe.

A large electricity transmission company in the Middle East uses AFL SkyWrap® to upgrade their communications network using the overhead power transmission lines.

AFL's AccessWrap™ is installed at the fibre optic network of a large Central Asian oil generation company.

The white paper explores the advantages and typical applications of single-jacket and double-jacket ADSS cable designs.

Alumoweld®'s high strength, excellent conductivity, superior corrosion resistance and compatibility with solid aluminum wire makes AFL’s aluminum clad steel products highly desirable.

Selecting the best bonding assembly configuration is dependent on proximity from the termination or suspension hardware to the support structure, terrain and wind conditions and tower hardware.

For more than 30 years, AFL has provided electric utilities with aerial cable systems that include OPGW and ADSS fiber optic cable plus associated attachment hardware.

AFL provides this Quick Reference Guide to provide highlights of OPGW installation instructions needed in the field.

Demand for power continues to increase at an alarming rate, forcing utilities to put greater and greater electrical loads on their existing lines.