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Supporting safety, reliability and performance of power transmission and distribution systems
UL Solutions is committed to providing comprehensive cable testing, inspection and certification (TIC) services for medium-voltage (MV) and high-voltage (HV) cable systems. Drawing on our expertise in the wire and cable industry, UL Solutions evaluates our customers’ power transmission and distribution systems and determines whether they meet standards of safety, reliability and performance.
Our globally recognized TIC services assess whether MV/HV cables meet applicable standards for safety and performance.
With our state-of-the-art facilities, global footprint and experienced technical team, our services for MV/HV cable systems include:
- Type tests
- Pre-qualification tests
- Factory auditing and inspecting
- Test commissioning
- Diagnostic tests
- Advisory services
UL Solutions testing, inspection and certification services cover the full range of MV/HV cables, including:
- MV cable from 5 kV to 35 kV
- HVAC cable systems from 69 kV to 500 kV
- High-voltage direct current (HVDC) cable systems up to 525 kV
- Land and submarine cable systems
- Cables with impregnated paper insulation, i.e., high-pressure fluid-filled (HPFF) or extruded solid dielectric insulation (XLPE)
Watch our video - Medium- and High-Voltage Cable Systems Testing
Leverage our science-backed expertise to help mitigate risks and optimize the performance and reliability of your medium-voltage and high-voltage cable systems.
High-voltage cable field testing services
UL Solutions offers comprehensive, expert-backed services to test your HV cables after transportation and installation, as well as for aging, degradation and potential faults. We can tailor our testing, inspection, certification and verification offerings to suit a wide range of HV cable system conditions and requirements. Our evaluations cover installation, electrical properties and insulation integrity, helping you minimize the risk of failures and malfunctions.
Medium-voltage cable field testing services
Our Energy and Utility team has over 30 years of experience in MV cable systems, including cable and cable accessory design and manufacturing, new material research and development, cable system aging and failure mechanisms, and testing and diagnostic technologies.
Laboratory testing and certification services for medium- and high-voltage cable systems
UL Solutions provides holistic laboratory testing services for MV and HV power cable systems. We test and certify power cable products for various sectors, including utilities, engineering procurement and construction firms (EPC), renewable energy and construction.
Why UL Solutions for medium- and high-voltage cable systems testing
We are a global safety science leader with extensive expertise in testing, certifying, and inspecting wire and cable products. In our work, we have developed specialized programs to provide utilities, industrial cable customers and circuit owners with reliable data and assessments, enabling the formation of risk mitigation plans for their cable systems. Our services encompass the entire life cycle of power cables, including design (type testing), manufacturing (quality assurance, factory audits and inspections), installation (commissioning), operation (asset management) and end-of-life evaluations.
As the distribution grid continues to evolve and expand, knowledge remains a crucial enabler for all stakeholders involved. UL Solutions’ expertise, insights and global reach help customers determine whether their offerings meet safety and performance requirements necessary to expand their presence in the face of an evolving grid architecture.
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