Anderlite Cable Troughing - Network Rail Approved Lightweight Cable Trough

By Chris Dodds on 30th September, 2015

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What is Anderlite Cable Troughing?

Anderlite cable troughing, manufactured by Anderton Concrete, is a lightweight, pre-cast concrete troughing system used to house and protect cables on rail applications.

The cable troughs are typically laid in the ground, running parallel to the rail track forming a stable installation and providing vital protection to LV and MV cables from external forces including weather, animals and even cable theft. 

 

Pictured: Anderton Concrete - Anderlite Rail Cable Protection Troughing System

The Anderlite cable troughing system is approved for use by Network Rail who own and operate Britain's rail infrastructure and oversees 20,000 miles of track throughout the UK.

The fact that Anderton concrete cable troughing is approved for use on this infrastructure speaks volumes about the quality and reliability of the product. 

In addition to being approved for use by Network Rail, Anderton are also a member of the Rail Alliance and are Link-up registered.

Benefitting The Installer, The Cable System & The Environment

Anderlite concrete cable troughing system provides up to 30% weight reduction compared to other cable routing systems and significantly reduces installation cost.

The pre-cast design of the system also reduces any risk of injury to the installer and allows for a seamless installation with no changes to the track side infrastructure required.

Each section of the cable trough is comprised of a three sided base trough and a seperate concrete lid to sit on top and provide complete cable protection.

The trough lids can be secured using the Anderclip stainless steel clip. 

Pictured: Anderlite Concrete Cable Troughing Installation

The installation retains sufficient mass to ensure that the rail cable protection is free from future movement caused by trains, weather or ground movement often referred to as 'snaking'. 

The system also has green credentials and the construction mix in comprised of 45% recycled material reducing the carbon footprint and the environmental impact of the system.

Optional extras include cable theft deterrent system to prevent the cutting and removal of cables from the trough. The Anderlite troughs are cementitious based as well as being fire, sulphur and weather resistant.

Anderlite Cable Trough - 1000mm Length - Product Range

Cable Trough Description	Part Number	BRB Cat/No	Cable Trough Internal Dimensions (mm)		Cable Trough External Dimensions (mm)		Approx Weight (kg)	Pack Size
			Width	Depth	Width	Depth
C.1.6 Trough	C/1/6TRW	4/131417	100	90	190	130	24kg	36
C.1.7 Trough	C/1/7TRW	4/131419	130	130	220	170	32kg	30
C.1.8 Trough	C/1/8TRW	4/131421	150	200	250	240	46kg	15
C.1.9 Trough	C/1/9TRW	4/131423	190	130	280	170	36kg	24
C.1.10 Trough	C/1/10TRW	4/131425	250	130	340	170	40kg	18
C.1.29 Trough	C/1/29TRW	4/131427	350	130	440	170	46kg	14
C.1.43 Trough	C/1/43TRW	4/131428	350	300	440	340	75kg	9

 

Anderlite Cable Trough Lid - 1000mm Length - Product Range

Cable Trough Lid Description	Part Number	BRB Cat/No	Internal Dimensions of Trough (mm)		External Dimensions of Lid (mm)		Approx Weight (kg)	Pack Size
			Width	Depth	Width	Depth
C.1.6 Lid	C/1/6LRW	4/131418	100	90	1000	190	14kg	60
C.1.7 Lid	C/1/7LRW	4/131420	130	130	1000	220	18kg	50
C.1.8 Lid	C/1/8LRW	4/131422	150	200	1000	250	19kg	50
C.1.9 Lid	C/1/9LRW	4/131424	190	130	1000	280	22kg	48
C.1.10 Lid	C/1/10LRW	4/131426	250	130	1000	340	26kg	36
C.1.29 Lid	C/1/29LRW	4/131429	350	130	1000	440	43kg	24
C.1.43 Lid	C/1/29LRW	4/131429	350	300	1000	440	43kg	24

 

Also now available is the Anderlite 500mm length range 

Anderlite 500 Cable Troughing - Features & Benefits

• Lightweight & easy to handle
• Proven technology - risk free
• Up to 50% cheaper than unproven alternatives
• Utilises 35% recycled materials
• Reduces transport costs by up to 20%
• Completely compatible with all existing systems avoiding the need for additional installation dig
• Network Rail approved

Pictured: Anderlite 500 Cable Troughing

Anderlite 500 Cable Troughing - Specification

Cable Trough Description	Approx Weight (kg)
C.1.6 Trough	12kg
C.1.7 Trough	16kg
C.1.8 Trough	23kg
C.1.9 Trough	18kg
C.1.10 Trough	20kg
C.1.29 Trough	23kg
C.1.43 Trough	37.5kg

 

Anderlite 500 Cable Trough Lid - Specification

Cable Trough Lid Description	Approx Weight (kg)
C.1.6 Lid	7kg
C.1.7 Lid	9kg
C.1.8 Lid	9.5kg
C.1.9 Lid	11kg
C.1.10 Lid	13kg
C.1.29 Lid	21.5kg
C.1.43 Lid	21.5kg

 

T&D distribute the complete range of Anderton Concrete cable trough.

Anderlite Cable Trough System - Network Rail Approved

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Anderlite Cable Trough System - Network Rail Approved

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