Top 7 Things to Consider When Choosing the Cable Protector

1. TOP 7 THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING THE CABLE PROTECTOR Exposed cables and hoses can be dangerous to those around them. Installing the right floor cable protector at your worksite or your indoor and outdoor facility can prevent dangerous trip hazards. It also offers improved traction for people, vehicles, and wheelchairs. So, when selecting a suitable cable protector, consider the following factors. Channels Each space in the cable protector is known as a channel. These can range from 1 to 5 channels. Make sure that your cables will fit into the cable protector by choosing the proper channel width and height. Weight Capacity Consider the kind of equipment likely to pass over the ramps regularly. Cable ramp capacities typically range from 1,000 lbs. for foot traffic to 40,000 lbs. and more for large-scale construction or mining equipment. Material Rubber, polyurethane, and plastic are the most common materials used in cable ramps. Polyurethane has become the first choice for commercial cable ramps due to its lightweight, durability, and higher load-bearing capacity. Connector Type Each brand tends to have a different type of connector, so consider the cable connectors you already have in your facility. Connectors include dog bone and T-shapes, so think about it before linking together. Colors Not just for looking nice, cable protector colors are important for visibility and identifying any visible hazard or safety symbols. Orange or yellow colors in channel covers are stand out in any environment. Accessories Adding accessories to your cable protectors greatly depends on the positioning of your system. Most cable protector series offer accessories such as left turn or right turn fixtures, end caps, four or three fitting intersections. etc. Brand There are multiple brands on the market today that offer quality cable protectors. Wearwell is one of the industry leaders, and they produce the world’s top cable protection system - POWERHOUSE.