Distributor Training, Product Training & Webinars

Hubbell University Courses

Hubbell Utility Solutions' live and on-demand, free webinars feature a wide range of solutions specifically designed for distributors and electric utility personnel. Featured topics include: bypass switching, wildlife mitigation, new automation products and much more!

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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

**Each arrester webinar will include a review of necessary arrester fundamentals before the specific webinar topic is discussed.

Evolution of Surge Arrester Technology - February 11 @ 10am | February 20 @ 2pm

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 - February 18 @ 2pm | October 13 @ 2pm

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 the Quadri*Sil design provides for our direct bond polymer transmission insulators.

Toughened Glass Bell Insulators - April 14 @ 2pm | December 15 @ 2pm

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.

Distributor Training Courses

Due to growing concerns around COVID-19, and an overall wish to preserve the health and safety of our employees and customers; the Hubbell Power Systems in person trainings, DT101, DT151 and Foundation Seminar, have been postponed. The rescheduled dates are TBD 2021. Once we are better able to gauge the current situation, we will look to reschedule the events.

Held at HPS facilities, participating distributors receive product training, meet staff, and/or tour where products are designed, tested, manufactured, and shipped.

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.

Additional questions about training or special requests should be sent to: Chad Bateman

DT101 - "Hands-On" Distributor Training

This course is designed for distributors who may be new to the electric utility industry or new to Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) products and services. The typical role will be inside sales, but newer outside sales can gain knowledge as well. The session will include broad understanding of the electric grid, where Hubbell participates in the grid, basic understanding of the HUS products from key personnel to assist with each product grouping.

The course will be in a classroom setting and will include interactive learning, products on display and an opportunity to get "hands-on" training in a simulated setup of the electric grid. Facility tours will be held where closed toed shoes will be required.

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 at Hubbell. At our discretion, we will require the use of hard hats, safety glasses, and other safety products as deemed prudent.

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

Fee:
$750 per person - 20 seats maximum

Upcoming Dates / Locations:
Leeds, AL: May 19-21, 2020: Postponed
Centralia, MO: July 14-16, 2020: Postponed
Aiken, SC: October 27-29, 2020

Inquire via Email for more information.

DT151 - 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:
$400 per person - seating is limited

Upcoming Dates & Locations:
April 29-30, 2020: Postponed

Inquire via Email for more information.

DT201 - In-Depth Utility Distributor Training

This course is designed for distributors who are experienced to the electric utility industry. The typical role will be outside sales but experienced inside sales can also benefit from this training. The session will include more in depth understanding of the HUS products from key personal to assist with each product grouping. This course will be more technical and will be more presentation and discussion than DT 101.

The course will be in classroom setting and will include interactive learning, products on display and an opportunity to get some "hands-on" training in simulated setup of electric grid. Factory tours will be held where closed toed shoes will be required.

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 at Hubbell. At our discretion, 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)

Fee:
$750 per person - seating is limited

Upcoming Dates & Locations:
TBD

Inquire via Email for more information.

Product Training Courses

The knowledge and techniques developed in these informative in-person seminars provide a basic understanding about the design, installation and specification of various HPS products.

CHANCE® Hot Line Tools Training

Lineman Safety is Our Priority

• 80+ years providing live line training at customer sites around the world
• Course customized to your specific needs
• Proper care, maintenance and testing of CHANCE Lineman Grade Tools
• Safe Work Practices and Work Methods including compliance with local and federal regulations
• Complete actual maintenance activities during training
• CHANCE® Demonstrators/Trainers are journeyman linemen averaging more than 30 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):
Request information

Resource(s):
Hot Line Tools Training Brochure

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 24 - 25, 2020: Postponed

2020 Ohio Brass Surge Arresters Training Brochure
Ohio Brass Surge Arresters Guidelines
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Transmission and Substation Foundation Design Seminar

Because of their many advantages, helical pile usage continues to grow in the construction of Power and Communication structures. Join us for this informative industry series consisting of six online courses on Transmission & Substation foundation design using helical piles, including real world examples.

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

Length of Course:
Six one hour online sessions

Location(s):
Online

Fee:
There is no charge for the class.

Schedule:
Introduction to Hubbell/Chance Helical Piles: October 20, 2020 2PM EDT
Helical Piles: What, When, Where, Why, How: October 22, 2020 2PM EDT
Helical Piles: Design Methods I: October 27, 2020 2PM EDT
Helical Piles: Design Methods II: October 29, 2020 2PM EDT
Helical Piles: Design Examples: November 3, 2020 2PM EST
Helical Piles Case Histories: November 5, 2020 2PM EST

For more information, please contact the seminar host Chad Bateman.

Register now for the Fall 2020 Foundation Seminar

ANC201 - Anchor and Foundation Seminar

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):
September 16-17, 2020

2020 Anchor Seminar Flyer