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Effective Management of Critical Ageing Cables

  • 24 September 2021

  • Neil Davies

High Voltage

Power quality and continuity of supply at critical sites, such as large manufacturing sites or hospitals, is crucial for safety and productivity.

Unexpected failure of a company’s critical supply cables can potentially cost hundreds of thousands of dollars in lost revenue and add significant additional maintenance and operation costs. These risks are known but often poorly understood and estimated.

This article discusses:

  • Condition assessment of cables - A proactive approach
  • Condition-based risk management (CBRM) - Turning data into actionable insights
  • Consequences of failure and risk
  • Pros and cons of the different maintenance strategies