Tips & News - April 2011

UPDATED Distribution Connector Catalog

Recently updated, this connector catalog is your source for connectors, fittings, hardware and crimping tools. A complete reference source that is essential for anyone involved in distribution.

Request Connector Catalog DIST-1 at hpsliterature@hps.hubbell.com

Encyclopedia of Grounding

• This is THE BOOK on Temporary Protective Grounding for everyone from lineworkers to methods and training departments, to safety, operations and procurement management. • 13 sections cover the history of grounding practices; electrical current’s ef- fects on humans; OSHA requirements; ASTM, IEEE and IEC standards; step- and touch-potential; equipotential zones; equipment and applications; and installa- tion procedures for overhead, underground, substation and truck grounding. • Contributing to worker safety in the electric power industry is this work’s purpose. Based on our continuing professional experience and direct involve- ment with both utilities and their governing authorities, its 124 pages offer ex- pert guidance on technical and practical aspects necessary to make temporary grounding effective. for De-Energized Construction and Maintenance

For a printed copy, request by Bulletin No. 07-0801, Encyclopedia of Grounding

http://www.hubbellpowersystems.com/literature/encyclopedia-grounding/ http://www.hubbellpowersystems.com/literature/lineman/

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