Distributor Training, Product Training & Webinars

Distributor Training Courses

Due to limited seating, please do not make travel arrangements until notified by Hubbell Power Systems, Inc. (HPS) that you have been accepted to attend. Registration closes when the class is full or seven (7) weeks prior to the training, whichever comes first.

• 25 (maximum) seats for HPS DT151 Utility Distributor Training.
• 20 (maximum) seats for HPS DT151C Communications Distributor Training.
• 25 (maximum) seats for HPS DT201 "Hands-On" Distributor Training.

Additional questions about training or special requests should be sent to: cstanley@hubbell.com

DT151 - Utility Distributor Training

This course is designed for Distributors who may be new to the electric utility business or new to HPS products and services. The Centralia, Missouri location offers a unique opportunity to meet HPS Customer Service staff, as well as see where products are designed, tested, manufactured, and shipped.

Participants will receive a basic overview of products manufactured for Distribution, Substation, and Transmission electrical systems. HPS product lines will be used as examples wherever possible. Classroom presentations will be augmented with tours through HPS Customer Service, production facilities, the HPS Distribution Center, and the Engineering Research Lab.

Length of Course:
Three days (not including travel time)

Location(s):
Centralia, Missouri

Fee:
$500 per person - seating is limited

Upcoming Dates / Locations:
July 23-25, 2019 - Register Here

Inquire via Email for more information.

DT151C - Communications Distributor Training

This course is designed for distributors who have some experience in the OSP communications infrastructure business. In-depth product presentations in the classroom will be augmented with a factory tour of our Leeds, Alabama manufacturing facility. Weather permitting, we will also use an outdoor "Hands-On" products demonstration area, simulating various overhead and underground communications lines. Depending on the time of year and location, you may experience sunshine, misting rain, light snow, blowing winds, or hot and humid conditions. Safety is a priority with HPS. At the discretion of HPS, we will require the use of safety glasses and other safety products as deemed prudent, which will be provided. Closed toed shoes are required during the factory tour and visits to the demonstration area.

Products covered include underground enclosures, pole line hardware, slack storage systems, ADSS hardware, anchors, and bonding and grounding. Participants will gain an understanding of applications, product selection, and installation for select products.

Length of Course:
One and a half days (not including travel time)

Location(s):
Leeds, Alabama

Fee:
$350 per person - seating is limited

Upcoming Dates & Locations:
May 14-15, 2019 - Register Here

Inquire via Email for more information.

DT201 - "Hands-On" Distributor Training

This course is designed for those who have experience with, and a solid understanding of, utility products or have completed DT151. In-depth utility product presentations in the classroom will be augmented with factory tours. Weather permitting, we will also use an outdoor "Hands-On" utility products training course, simulating various (non-energized) overhead and underground utility lines. Depending on the time of year and location, you may experience sunshine, misting rain, light snow, blowing winds, or hot and humid conditions. Participants must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and perform various supervised activities. A medical waiver may be required before attending the training to cover the "Hands-On" portion. Safety is a priority at HPS. At the discretion of HPS, we will require the use of hard hats, safety glasses, and other safety products as deemed prudent.

Length of Course:
Three days (not including travel time)

Location(s):
Leeds, Alabama
Aiken, South Carolina

Fee:
$500 per person - seating is limited

Upcoming Dates & Locations:
Aiken, SC: May 14-16, 2019 - Register Here
Leeds, AL: October 8-10, 2019 - Register Here

Inquire via Email for more information.

Product Training Courses

CHANCE® Hot Line Tools Training

Lineman Safety is Our Priority

• 75+ years providing live line training at customer sites around the world
• Standard and custom courses available for distribution and transmission
• Safe work practices and methods
• Proper use and care of Chance tools
• Work methods for areas with limited access
• Complete actual maintenance activities during training
• Every participant who completes the course will receive a Chance certificate of completion
• Chance Demonstrators/Trainers are journeyman linemen averaging more than 20 years of live line experience

Benefits of Live Line Maintenance

• Minimize power outages to your customers
• Avoid loss of revenue from turning the power off

Date(s):
Per Mutual Agreement

Location(s):
Customer's Site

Upcoming Date(s) / Location(s):
To Be Announced - Inquire via Email

Resource(s):
Hot Line Tools Training Brochure
English / Chinese / Spanish

USCO® Switch Installation and Adjustment Training

USCO now offers a unique and challenging switch installation training program tailored specifically for utility contractors and field service crews. This 2-day training is held either at the USCO factory or at the customer's location. The training is conducted in the classroom as well as in the field where participants will gain valuable hands-on experience in USCO switch installations. The program covers everything from basic switch construction to troubleshooting switch control mechanisms.

Length of Course:
Two days (not including travel time)

Location(s):
Leeds, Alabama
Customer's Site

Fee:
$450 per person - seating is limited

Upcoming Date(s) / Location(s):
To Be Announced - Inquire via Email

Resource(s)::
USCO Switch Installation and Adjustment Training Brochure

ARR201 - Surge Arrester Seminar

Learn how to specify Surge Arresters to effectively protect Distribution, Substation and Transmission Systems. This course will cover application theory and the historical development of overvoltage protection for utility systems. Discussion will also include engineering design considerations and application issues such as insulation coordination. A factory tour of Surge Arresters in production will also be included.

Who should attend:
This Seminar is intended for Distribution, Substation or Transmission Standard Engineers, Operations Personnel, Substation Packagers and Consulting Engineers.

Length of Course:
Two days (not including travel time)

Location(s):
Aiken, South Carolina

Fee:
$350 per person - seating is limited

Upcoming Date(s) / Location(s):
June 26-27 - Register Here

Ohio Brass Surge Arresters Training Brochure
Ohio Brass Surge Arresters Guidelines

Transmission and Substation Foundation Design Seminar

An informative industry seminar that includes both classroom discussions on helical pile design and applications, along with outdoor pile installations and load tests. Case study presentations during the second day tie together real world applications to the classroom presentations and field testing.

Who should attend:This Seminar is intended for Electric Utility Engineers, Operations Personnel, Construction Foremen and Consulting Engineers.

Length of Course:
Two days (not including travel time)

Location(s):
Centralia, Missouri

Fee:
There is no charge for the class, but participants will need to pay for their own travel and hotel accommodations - seating is limited

Upcoming Date(s) / Location(s):
May 21-22, 2019 - Register Here

For more information or to register for the seminar, please contact the seminar host, Tim Staelens at 573-682-8289 or by email, tmstaele@hubbell.com.

ANC201 - Utility Anchors

Learn the dynamics of earth anchoring systems as they apply to Electric Utilities and Telecoms. A.B. Chance® Company developed the first patented "Earth Anchor" in 1912; originated power-installed anchoring systems and continues to lead the industry in anchor technology. This course will cover the theory and the actual installation of various types of Anchoring systems. A tour of the Anchor Manufacturing facility will be included.

Who should attend: This Seminar is intended for Electric and Telecom Utility Engineers, Operations Personnel, Construction Foremen and Consulting Engineers.

Length of Course:
Two days (not including travel time)

Location(s):
Centralia, Missouri

Fee:
$350 per person - seating is limited

Upcoming Date(s) / Location(s):
To Be Announced - Inquire via Email

Webinars

Want to learn more about improving your system reliability? Hubbell Power Systems, Inc. offers free webinars specifically designed for utility, standards and design engineers, consulting engineers and EPC engineers. Topics covered will address issues with design, construction and operations of power systems. Individual sessions will relate to distribution, substation and transmission lines.

Arrester Webinars

Evolution of Surge Arrester Technology –  Click Here to View Dates and Sign-Up

Metal Oxide Varistor, MOV, technology was introduced in 1967. Before this invention, the surge arrester market was dominated by the silicone carbide arrester technology. This webinar will cover the history and evolution of surge protection.

Insulator Webinars

Insulator Basics –  Click Here to View Dates and Sign-Up

During this training, we will discuss the various types of insulators (polymer, porcelain & glass), the most appropriate applications for each type and limitations of each type. Learn about the advantages Quadri*Sil design provides for our direct bond polymer insulators and the various seal tests used to verify the effectiveness of the design.

Toughened Glass Bell Insulators – Click Here to View Dates and Sign-Up

An in-depth review concerning toughened glass bell suspension insulators. The course will discuss the various components and types of manufacturing processes used to produce glass bells which should be considered during selection. Includes a review of our product offerings and information about our manufacturing partner.