Solution
How the Cable Workstation Improves Cable Handling
The following sections describe key features of the Cable Workstation and the cable handling problems they improve.
Problem numbers refer to the list shown on the Problems page.
Controlled Cable Dispensing
The reel rotates smoothly within the holder, allowing cable to be dispensed in a steady and controlled manner during installation work.
Related Problems: 1 · 2 · 6
Integrated Rewinding
Unused cable can be rewound directly back onto the reel using the crank mechanism, allowing remaining cable lengths to be recovered neatly and reused when required.
Addresses problems: 2 -3 – 7 – 9
Swivel Base Alignment
The swivel base allows the unit to rotate and follow the pull direction, helping reduce cable drag when pulling around corners or through different areas of a building.
Addresses problems: 4 – 10
Controlled Braking System
An integrated braking system allows the reel rotation to be controlled during cable dispensing. This helps prevent uncontrolled reel overrun and improves control of cable payout during installation work.
Related Problems: 2 -6 – 7
Easy Movement Around Site
The compact unit can be repositioned quickly as work progresses without removing the mounted reel, supporting efficient workflow across different areas of a job.
Addresses problems: 4 – 12
Separate Units for Different Cable Types
Multiple units can be prepared with different cable types, allowing installers to position the required cable where it is needed during installation work.
Addresses problems: 5 – 4
Reel Protection During Handling and Transport
The enclosed design helps protect cable reels during handling, storage, and transport between jobs.
Addresses problems: 8 – 9
Improved Cable Organisation
Keeping the reel mounted and contained helps maintain better organisation of cable during installation, reducing loose cable and helping maintain control of remaining lengths.
Addresses problems: 6 – 7 – 9
Prepared Cable Units
Cable reels can remain mounted in the dispenser between jobs. Units can be prepared in advance with different cable types, allowing quick deployment when starting work.
Addresses problems: 4 – 5 – 9 -12
Van-Based Cable Dispensing
The system can be used directly from a van, allowing cable to be pulled quickly without unloading reels or setting up temporary supports.
Addresses problems: 9 – 11 – 12
Stable Reel Support
The reel is securely mounted within the holder and supported during use, helping prevent tipping or instability while cable is being dispensed.
Addresses problems: 1 – 11
Splitting Cable Between Work Areas
A reel of cable can be split between two units by feeding cable from one unit to another.
This allows a single reel of cable to supply multiple working areas when required, helping installers position cable where it is needed across a site.
Related Problems: 4 – 5
Recovering and Rewinding Loose Cable
An empty reel can be mounted in the unit to allow loose cable to be rewound and organised. Even reels with damaged flanges can be used for this purpose.
This can be useful for recovering long cable lengths after dispensing, or for salvaging usable cable during rewiring work.
Loose cable can be rewound neatly onto a reel for reuse or storage.
Related Problems: 3 – 6 – 7 – 9