Power Bus Way LTD™

Cable Bus

TYPICAL CABLE BUS APPLICATIONS

Power Bus Way electrical cable bus systems are the best solution for large power connections to transformers, switchgear, generators, motors, motor controls, inverters, existing bus duct systems, and UPS systems.

Power Bus Way cable bus systems are typically used in the following scenarios:

  • Where large amounts of current are required (600A – 8000A), and for voltages from 480V to 46kV.
  • Main incoming feeders and standby generator connections, and connecting switchboards to MCC, UPS, ATS, Tap Boxes, Etc.
  • Connecting turbines to outgoing power equipment for co-generation plants, biomass facilities, and hydro dams.

WHY POWER BUS WAY CABLE BUS?

Power Bus Way cable bus systems are the most reliable, cost-effective, and safe feeder systems available. We fully stand by our products and installations from design right through to completion with ongoing support and great customer service.

RELIABILITY

  • Conductors that are fully insulated from termination to termination
  • Heavy duty and durable construction
  • No bolted bus joints or splices
  • No heaters or blowers required
  • Immune to the cold and other elements
  • Durable 2 hole, long barrel compression lugs
  • Water proof equipment entry flanges and cable connectors for reliable equipment connections

EXCEPTIONAL SAFETY

  • Cables are braced and contained in the event of a fault
  • Cable bus can be used intermittently for standby power without the worry of a flashover at startup
  • Firestops and environmental seals included where required

AFFORDABLE & ESSENTIALLY MAINTENANCE FREE

  • More affordable than conventional bus duct and armoured cable tray systems
  • Fewer or smaller conductors to install
  • Easier installation means up to 30% savings in labour costs
  • Easily lifted and positioned by two installation personnel
  • Fewer structural supports required
  • Extremely low maintenance requirements
  • Lower operating temperatures = fewer losses
  • No replacement costs

Design

CUSTOM DESIGN & BUILD

Our engineering team will design a custom cable bus solution to meet your project needs. Our ability to work with clients in difficult situations results in practical solutions with cost-effective, functional, and reliable cable bus and bus bar systems.

Power Bus Way’s engineers can assist with and oversee your complete cable bus installation. This ensures that our product meets or exceeds your expectations. We work diligently together with you right from our initial quotation until the systems are in place and have been fully tested and commissioned.

CUSTOM FITTINGS & SOLUTIONS

We manufacture all our products in-house. As a result we have the unique ability to fabricate custom parts within days not weeks! This means that if we’re in the middle of your installation and we need a customized part we can have it ready in no time at all.

Our ability to manufacture all of our parts in-house is just another way we strive to serve you better, and save you money by avoiding extended installation and construction costs.

3D MODELLING & DESIGN

All of our custom designs are generated in 3D, which allows our customers to digitally preview their custom engineered system prior to production. As a result your installation time is drastically reduced when compared to other installation models. Our 3D modelling also allows us to avoid many potential issues that other companies won’t prepare for or avoid in advance on installation.

Our designs are compatible with Building Information Modeling (BIM) software, and can easily be shared with clients.

Professional Services

QUOTATIONS

Power Bus Way engineers and designers have the knowledge and experience to provide detailed cable bus quotations quickly and accurately.

FIELD MEASUREMENTS

Our field measurement team is an important part of our cost-saving process. They ensure that as our design and cable bus installation moves forward quickly, and all measurements are accurate providing solutions in advance to any foreseeable challenges. Field measurements are performed by our expert field technicians in order to ensure accurate layout drawings. These drawings eliminate costly and time-consuming mistakes as we move forward with your project.

FAST MANUFACTURING & DELIVERY

Upon receipt of approved drawings, an order is immediately released to our production team. This ensures the timely delivery of your materials so installation can begin as quickly as possible.

Essentially our manufacturing and deliver process focuses on accuracy and speed: fast on-site response, fast drawings, fast manufacturing = Fast Delivery

EMERGENCY RESPONSE

Power Bus Way is known for our ability to react quickly in emergency situations, often providing a permanent resolution to problems within days. Custom accessories such as termination boxes, transition boxes, bus bar punching and bending, custom splitters and supports are manufactured in-house and can be provided quickly as part of your turnkey solution.

CABLE BUS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Our step by step demonstration video provides contractors with easy to follow guidelines for installation. Overall we design and manufacture our cable bus systems so they save you time and money when it comes to the installation process. When we design your cable bus system, we will support the installation process and ensure it goes smoothly from initiation until completion.

Detailed installation manual and drawings are provided with every project. These additional benefits are time-saving features that are unique to Power Bus Way. We include professional and easy-to-follow installation manuals and drawings with every job that leaves our factory.

Technical Info

CUSTOM CABLE BUS SYSTEMS

We have the ability to customize your cable bus systems to suit any specific requirements. We have a library of product spec sheets available for review in order to assist you with understanding exactly what your project requires. Contact us for more information.

Click here for sample product spec sheets.

PRODUCT CERTIFICATIONS & COMPLIANCE

  • 100% CEC & NEC compliant for cable bus installations
  • CSA C22.2 126-09 (cable tray)
  • CSA C22.2 273-14 (cable bus) pending
  • NEMA VE-1 (cable bus housing)
  • NEMA 4 (Watertight outdoor enclosures)
  • 3rd party factory evaluations for compliance to all applicable standards
  • Patented in Canada and the US

QUALITY PROGRAM

  • ISO 9001:2008 (February 2016)

IN-HOUSE HEAT RUN TEST LAB

  • Low voltage single phase and three phase heat run testing up to 6300A
  • Underground trench heat-rise testing
  • Ability to perform high current testing on various electrical equipment such as transformers and switchgear
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