A comprehensive overview of tension stringing methods in overhead line construction – designed for beginners, managers, and experienced professionals.

The training covers tension-controlled stringing of overhead line conductors and cables across all types of transmission lines and voltage levels.

Brief Overview of the Training Content:

- Theoretical Fundamentals: Principles and theoretical foundations of tension-controlled stringing methods in overhead line construction.

- Conductors and Optical Ground Wires (OPGW): Proper handling, installation, processing, and other important technical aspects of conductors and fibre-optic cables.

- Machinery and Equipment: Calculation and selection of suitable machinery and operating equipment, ranging from approximate estimates to highly accurate calculations as required.

- Project and Site Management: Planning, coordination, and organisation of on-site operations and workflows.

- Detailed Working Methods: In-depth explanation of the various stringing methods and their practical applications.

- Safety Measures and Work Analysis: Implementation of appropriate safety measures and systematic work and hazard analysis (Safe Work Analysis).

Learn the fundamentals and practical applications of Gin Pole assembly and erection methods.

Theoretical and practical training in the assembly and erection of lattice towers using auxiliary masts (Gin Poles), as well as other applications of this technique.

Part I

For engineers, planners, project managers, site managers, and technicians

- Gin Pole Systems and Fundamentals: Different types of Gin Poles (auxiliary masts), technical terminology, and their various applications.

- Force Calculations and Equipment Selection: Calculation of forces involved and selection of suitable tools, machinery, and equipment. Comprehensive understanding of all load cases and specific site conditions.

- Detailed Working Methods: In-depth explanation of the various tower assembly and erection methods.

- Tips and Practical Advice: Proven working methods and practical experience.

- Case Studies: Analysis of specific applications and technical challenges.

- Project and Site Management: Planning, coordination, and organisation of work processes.

- Safety Measures and Work Analysis: Protective measures and systematic work and hazard analysis (Safe Work Analysis).

Part II

For participants of Part I, foremen, assembly personnel, riggers, and other interested professionals

- Gin Pole Systems and Fundamentals: Different types of Gin Poles, technical terminology, and their various applications.

- Machinery and Equipment: Required machinery and equipment, lifting and anchoring systems, and other essential tools.

- Detailed Working Methods: Step-by-step explanation of practical tower assembly and erection procedures.

- Tips and Practical Advice: Proven methods for carrying out the work safely and efficiently.

- Case Studies: Discussion of specific practical examples.

- Project and Site Management: Organisation and coordination of on-site activities.

- Safety Measures and Work Analysis: Protective measures and systematic work and hazard analysis (Safe Work Analysis).

- Practical Ground-Level Exercises (Recommended): Practical Gin Pole exercises at ground level, available upon request, to reinforce theoretical knowledge and familiarise participants with the assembly and erection procedures.

Manual Calculation of Induced Voltages and Currents

A professional management approach to ensuring safe working practices in the vicinity of live electrical circuits and installations.

This training provides a solid foundation for preparing Method Statements, Safe Work Analyses (SWA), and Health & Safety Plans.

Participants will develop the skills to perform calculations independently and make well-founded technical assessments, rather than blindly relying on results generated by software at the click of a button.

Brief Overview of the Training Content:

- Theoretical Fundamentals: Physical and electrical engineering principles of inductive and capacitive coupling.

- Geometric Mean Radius (GMR): Calculation of the GMR of stranded conductors, taking into account the individual geometry and shape of the constituent wires, as well as the Geometric Mean Distance (GMD).

- Complex Earth Return Depth: Theoretical fundamentals and calculation of complex earth return depth.

- Capacitive Coupling: Capacitive induction, the method of images, and the capacitance of transmission lines.

- Magnetic Induction: Calculation of magnetically induced voltages and currents, as well as self and mutual impedances according to Carson's equations.

- Influence of Earth Wires: Investigation of the effects of earth wires on induced voltages and currents.

- Calculation Examples According to IEEE Std 524: Accurate calculations in accordance with IEEE Guide for the Installation of Overhead Transmission Line Conductors, IEEE Std 524-2016 (revision of IEEE Std 524-2003; published in April 2017), as well as calculation methods according to Schnell and Clarke.

- Comparative Calculations: Analysis of results with and without earth wires, as well as for underground cables with an earthed neutral conductor.

- Alternative Calculation Methods: Calculations according to Clem, Dubanton, and other methods, including their respective limitations and fields of application.

- Case Studies and Practical Applications: Analysis of non-parallel electrical circuits, pipelines, underground power cables, and telecommunications cables with regard to their mutual electrical and magnetic coupling.