Apparatus and method for remotely blocking a cavity of an energized electrical transmission system
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Apr 14, 2015
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Sep 19, 2013
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Mar 14, 2012
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Mar 14, 2012
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An apparatus and method are used for remotely blocking a cavity of a component_of an energized electrical transmission system. A protector has a blocking part for blocking the cavity of the component. The protector has a hotstick connector. A dielectric hotstick has an engagement part such as a hook at a remote end of the dielectric hotstick. The hook may be removably connected to the external point of attachment for remote installation of the blocking part blocking the cavity within a component, such as a piece of equipment or support structure. The blocking part may be remotely installed blocking the cavity using a dielectric hotstick operated by a user who is in a position outside a safe Limit of Approach. The blocking part may comprise a compressible material such as rubber or memory foam.
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