CUSTOMER PROFILE

A large industrial contractor involved in
the design, engineering, construction, andmaintenance of facilities. With over 20,000
employees and 400 locations, the company
participates in the heavy industrial, energy,
and oil and gas industries.

COUNTRY

United States

INDUSTRY
Oil & Gas

CHALLENGES• Deploy a solid grounding solution• Replace existing crimping tools with morereliable tools to minimize downtime• Complete project within tight deadline

PANDUIT ® SOLUTIONS• BlackFin™ Installation Tools• StructuredGround™ Direct Burial
Compression Grounding System• Category 6A/6 copper cabling andconnectivity• Fiber optic connectivity assemblies andaccessories• Pan-Ty® Cable Ties, Dome-Top® CableTies, Pan-Steel® Cable Ties
• Identification and Safety Solutions

BENEFITS• Less downtime• More reliable installation tools• Speed to installation

Case Study: Industrial Construction
Saving Time and Money with a Reliable
Grounding System and Improved
Installation Tools
Panduit helps an industrial contractor quickly reduce deployment
time while increasing productivity and worker safety

CHALLENGES
A large industrial company known for high quality services within the oil and gas
industry was contracted to provide its construction expertise for a $14 billion dollar
liquified natural gas (LNG) export facility in Texas. Slated to last at least three years,
this was the largest industrial construction project within the U.S. at the time.
The multifaceted project has three liquification trains (each rated at 4.4 million tons
per year) under construction with a fourth train in the planning stages. The completed
facility will have the ability to export 13.9 million tons per year of LNG. This equals toprocessing approximately 2.0 Bcf/d of pipeline-quality natural gas (feed gas).
The feed gas will originate from the interconnecting intrastate pipeline systems
through the existing meter station. The gas will be pretreated near existing metering,
compression, and underground storage facilities.
To accommodate project specifications, the customer needed a grounding systemthat could provide connection reliability and withstand the corrosive elements suchas acids and salts, electromagnetic forces from fault surges, and damage fromconstruction equipment that can occur before burial or during later site renovations.
An important grounding requirement for the project was to meet the UL 467 standard
and the IEEE 837-2014 standard for grounding.

Besides needing a new grounding system, the customer required newinstallation tools to replace the existing ones because they were breaking
often. This meant additional costs to replace them and slowed productionthat could cause penalties for not completing project tasks on time. The
new tools needed to be sturdy, easy to use, efficient, and reliable. Also, theconstruction site was hot and humid with an abundance of dirt and mud,so the tools needed to withstand this harsh environment.
Finally, the company needed the capability to properly identify products,premises, and equipment.
With the completion of the initial three trains expected to bring the facility
to its full capacity in 2019, the project schedule was critical. Delays to thetimetable would jeopardize the entire project and would put the budget atrisk so the company needed a solution provider that could accommodate
the time frame along with the other requirements.

PANDUIT SOLUTION
Based on a presentation highlighting differential benefits, the customer
chose Panduit’s grounding system. The Panduit StructuredGround™ Direct
Burial Compression Grounding System provides a dedicated below-floor
grounding path to maintain system performance, reduce intermittent
failures, and protect the customer’s equipment and personnel. It combines
the installation efficiencies of a compression system with the long-term
reliability of connections that meet IEEE Std. 837-2014 and the UL 467
standard for grounding and bonding. Because there is no open flame
involved in the installation process, the company can continue installationsin the hot and humid weather. Open-burn permits are not required andbonds can be visually inspected on the spot. The company used thesystem to bond copper conductors, the reinforcing bar (rebar), groundrods, and building steel. The system addresses the following risks to theconstruction site:• Damage from construction equipment before burial or during later		 site renovations• Electromotive forces from fault and lightning surges• Freeze-thaw cycles• Corrosive forces due to acids or salts

Leveraging the success of the grounding solution, Panduit introduced its
BlackFin™ installation tools to replace the company’s existing tools. Thecompany used the BlackFin battery-powered hydraulic crimping tool to install
the grounding system and Panduit’s connectors and lugs. The tool allows formany more crimps on a single battery charge while providing the crimping
force tonnage necessary to achieve certified connections. This crimping tool is
the first in the industry to meet Occupational Safety and Health Administration(OSHA) and international safety standards for battery-operated hand tools. This
innovative tool leads the industry in safety and reliability:• Certified by CSA, an OSHA accredited NRTL (nationally recognized		 test lab) to meet mandatory OSHA requirements• Meets requirements of EU Machinery Directive and EMC Directive• Meets ISO 12100, Machinery Safety Risk Assessment, including ergonomics
The BlackFin installation tool has a quick motor stop for high use safety
along with automatic retraction when crimping is complete. There is also an
integrated pressure measurement with a visual and audible signal if full crimp
force is not attained.

The tool provides the following features:• No-Slip Grips – comprised of soft composite materials for secure and		 comfortable tool operation

This tool hasa quick motor
stop for highuser safety alongwith automatic
retraction whencrimping iscomplete.

• Quick Motor Stop – stops motor immediately upon release of activation		 trigger to prevent damage to components or injury to the operator• Audible and Visual LED Warning – signals when crimping operation		 is complete• Rotating Crimp Head – facilitates ease of tool operation in		 constrained spaces• Auto Piston Retraction – provides visual verification that crimp cycle		 is complete• LED Signal Light – notifies when tool requires maintenance to extend		 tool life

“The Blackfin installation tools havebeen substantially more reliable thanour previous tools. We couldn’t behappier to have made the switch.”– Superintendent,
for a large industrial contractor

The company also chose the following Panduit solutions to support its requirements:• Fiber optic connectivity assemblies and accessories – custom fiber optic patch		 cords, ferrules, lugs, and terminals deliver high performance and reliability for		 harsh environments• 6A//6 copper cable and connectivity – delivers consistent performance and 				 reliability throughout the construction site
• Pan-Ty® Cable Ties – one-piece design for consistent performance and reliability.		Excellent for high temperature applications up to 260°C• Dome-Top® Cable Ties – two-piece design that incorporates a stainless steel		 locking barb for infinite adjustability through the entire bundle range. The		 low-thread force design reduces operator fatigue and improves productivity• Pan-Steel Self-locking Stainless Steel Cable Ties – designed to promote worker		 safety and speed up installation, these cable ties deliver strength, long life and		 resistance to chemicals, vibration, radiation, weathering, and extreme temperatures• Permanent Identification Solutions – ideal for the customer’s industrial environment,		 these fire-resistant solutions are manufactured for long-term use. They ensure		 that hazards are properly recognized and identified. They also deliver long-term		 durability and legibility for optimum identification of pipes, conduit, cables, and		 related equipment• Safety Solutions – withstand the extreme exposure to intense heat, chemical		 corrosion, flame, high radiation, and moisture present within the company’s 				 outdoor application. The components that the company selected (lockout/tagout		 devices, facility signage, and labeling systems), are all safe, quick, and easy to		 install. All safety components are engineered for maximum reliability, improved		 productivity, and workplace safety and are compliant with OSHA, ANSI, and		 NFPA requirements.

BUSINESS BENEFITS
To achieve competitive differentiation,
the company wanted to ensure top
performance and reliability of its
installation tools and grounding system.
By adopting the latest technologythat includes fully compliant toolsthat meet the strictest standards, thecompany now enjoys less downtime
and improved speed to installation.
This helps the company meet its
aggressive construction schedulesand project ROI goals.

“Panduit’s StructuredGround™ Direct
Burial Compression Grounding System,
BlackFin™ Installation Tools, and safety
and identification solutions provide
the assurance that the company’sequipment will function at peak
performance at deployment—with nodisruption to the project schedule.”– Superintendent
for a large industrial contractor.

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