Power Line Design: Overhead & Underground
Reliable Network Infrastructure
Universal Guard (NT) specializes in the design and implementation of overhead line and underground high voltage cable systems.
Our design team offers years of experience together with a practical knowledge of power line construction practices, serving levels from Low Voltage to sub-transmission (132kV).
Overhead Design
- ✓Assessment of the route with the client.
- ✓Environmental assessments.
- ✓Modelling with PLS-CADD and PowerLines "N" Wires.
- ✓Calculation of forces on poles and conductors.
- ✓Specification of timber, concrete, and steel poles.
- ✓Analysis of clearances and conductor blowout.
- ✓Specification of stay wires and earthing measures.
- ✓OHL Design drawings to NSP Standards.
Underground Design
- ✓Electrical network modelling.
- ✓Analysis of underground and above-ground impediments.
- ✓Calculation of cable ratings to IEC60287.
- ✓Calculation of installation tensions and pressures.
- ✓Specification of underbores and conduits.
- ✓Specification of cables, back-fill, and material.
- ✓Underground Line Design drawings to NSP Standards.
- ✓Route plans and cable pulling schedules.
Key Applications
- The development of large-scale land sites.
- Alterations to mining sites requiring asset relocation.
- Up-rating a private feeder to suit new power demands.
- Large commercial expansions.
- The development of residential property.
- Road widening projects.
- Relocation of utility assets.
"We have a proven track record of delivering overhead and underground HV cable projects on time and within budget, with a commitment to safety and detail."
Expert Network Design & Delivery