I.INTRODUCTION
II.COMPANY PRODUCTS
I) ACSR/ AAAC/AAC (overhead conductors up to 61 strands)
All Aluminum Conductors (AAC) as per IS: 398 for power distribution
All Alloy Aluminum Conductors (AAAC) as per IS : 398 for power distribution
Aluminum Conductors with Steel Reinforcement (ACSR) as per IS: 398 for power
distribution and transmission.
Role Of Aluminium
There are some great reasons because in numerous countries aluminium has taken the place
of copper for main conductor material of all components of the transmission and
distribution systems.
Aluminium is much lighter than copper. The density of aluminium is about 30 % that of
copper. Especially in overhead line construction this factor is very important because heavy
conductors lead to heavy and expensive pole structures. Handling and transportation of
aluminium conductors and cables are also easier compared with heavy copper conductors
and cables. The lightness of aluminium gives advantages in many ways :
Aluminium is the most common metal in the earth surface - its amount is about 8 %. Today
copper are limited and diminishing so the price of copper has been high and rising. The
price of aluminium was low and rather steady state for years, but some rising can be noticed
in it, too. Because of lightness of aluminium, the price of aluminium conductors and cables
are clearly smaller than those of copper conductors and cables.
Long-distance overhead conductors use aluminium in first choice to copper - the inferior
electrical conductivity being more than compensated by the lower density and cost. In
composite steel-Al Cables, the steel carries largely or all of the mechanical load, and the Al
the electrical current. Aluminium is frequently now used throughout, serving both electrical
and mechanical purposes.
Aluminium is about a third the weight than equal volume of copper, steel or brass.
Corrosion resistance - The creation of a microscopic film of aluminium oxide on the surface
of the metal protects it against corrosion and also makes a good insulation.
Electrical conductivity - Aluminium has two times the conductivity of an equal weight of
copper.
Resilience and Flexibility
Thermal conductivity - Aluminium distribute heat and cooling energy consistently and
rapidly.
Thermal Ductility - Aluminium is uncomplicated to cold work and manufacture.
Mixability - Can be simply modified by adding alloys to make a final metal that is
essentially flexible, conductive or pliable than aluminium alone.
placed in tabular stranders is that there will be six aluminium bobbins and one steel bobbin.
When the power is on the six aluminium cables are twisted to the steel cable.
The final product ACSR is come out and these ACSR cables are rebound in a wooden
drum. Later ACSR cables should be transferred to quality assurance for final inspection.
After final inspection and testing the tested OK cables are handed over to stores non
conformities' identified during each stage of inspection shall be recorded in the non
conformity report and handed over to the shift in charge(production) for appropriate action.
The company follow shift working and it has three shifts and these shifts have its own
target. KUNDHAH is a large size ACSR.here 7 steel wires are stranded with 42
aluminium wires in a 54 bobbil strand,which is the machine used to strand 42 aluminium
wires(3 layers).The size of steel is 1.98 mm and that of aluminium is 3.5 mm.
1.1 TYPES OF ACSR CABLES
1. Squirrel - 6+1 (Includes 6 aluminium wire and 1 steel wire having diameter of 2.11
mm)
Specification: 1+6/2.11
2. Weasel-6+1 (Includes 6 aluminium wire and 1 steel wire having diameter of
2.59mm)
Specification: 1+6/2.59
3. Rabbit - 6+1 (Includes 6 aluminium wire and 1 steel wire having diameter of
3.55 mm)
Specification: 1+6/3.55
4. Racoon - 6+1 (Includes 6 aluminium wire and 1 steel wire having diameter of
4.09 mm)
Specification: 1+6/4.09
SUPPLIERS -The major suppliers of raw materials for ACSR cables are:
Aluminium
Nalco
Balco
Hindalco
Steel
Tata
Aradhya
Incoming material
stores
RBC M/C
packing
Final inspection
Dispatch
RM lab
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extruder.extruder is the machine used to give insulation.(pvc granules are given to the
extruder)
Aluminiumandpvcaretherawmaterialsused.specification 2*6 sq mm
.conductor size 2.75=approx 2.8
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IV. Conclusion
TRACO CABLE COMPANY, a Premier Kerala Government Company does not make any
harmfulness to the surroundings. The plant runs round the clock with each department
playing crucial roles in its smooth running and together they maintain the market leadership
meeting global standards.
The unit offers vast employment opportunities for skilled labourers in the locality and has
been the so ever since it started. The HR department of the company takes excellent care of
its employees with various schemes, medical care assistances, financial aid and provisions
for assistance in developing basic amenities. The company meets all the statutory
requirements for the betterment of the Employees. The two trade unions ensure that the
rights of all workers are fulfilled and demands are met.
Thus, the organizational study conducted at Traco Cable Company, helped to throw
knowledge and insight into the workings of the organization. It helped me to familiarize
with different departments in the organization and their functionings. This study helped me
to understand the relationship between management principles and practical applications. It
also helped me to know the threats and opportunities faced by the company and the
industry. I was also able to maintain an amiable relationship with the employees as well as
with the managers. This study was a great experience for me and I am proud that I was able
to do my organizational study at Indias no.1 Cable manufacturer.