Case study: New Builds, Service & Support

Intermediate cable storage solution – 500 tons of cable in a spare cable depot

Description

A national grid owner aims to enhance the contingency of their HVAC interconnectors between countries and regions, ensuring quick replacement of damaged high-voltage cables on the seabed.
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Problem

High voltage cable failures on the seabed is a major threat to nations, grid owners, companies and communities

Solution

Uddcomb International offers a comprehensive range of storage solutions, including cable baskets, custom-built storage facilities, and routine maintenance services. This solution supports long-term and short-term intermediate storage of high-voltage cables as spare parts, strategically placed for rapid deployment.

Outcome

By implementing Uddcomb's comprehensive storage solution, which includes a cable basket with automation, building, maintenance, etc., for intermediate storage, national grid owners can significantly improve their response times to cable failures, ensuring minimal disruption to power transmission. The storage system ensures that spare cables are readily available and in optimal condition, reducing downtime and enhancing the reliability of HVAC interconnectors.