Successful "OPGW stringing" relies on adhering to strict "best practices":

• Thorough Pre-Job Planning: Detailed route survey, sag-tension calculations, equipment selection, and a comprehensive Job Safety Analysis (JSA).

• Proper Equipment Setup: Correct machine alignment, secure anchoring, and proper grounding of all equipment.

• Use of OPGW-Specific Tools & Accessories: Utilizing specialized OHTLstringingequipment.com/Stringing-Blocks--Sheaves.html target='_blank'>Stringing Blocks, anti-twist Swivels, and pulling grips designed for OPGW.

• Constant Tension Monitoring: Continuously monitoring tension via the machine's dynamometer to stay within the OPGW's limits.

• Controlled Speed: Maintaining a consistent, appropriate stringing speed, often slower than for traditional conductors, to avoid dynamic stresses.

• Minimum Bending Radius Adherence: Ensuring the OPGW cable is never bent below its specified minimum bending radius at any point.

• Cable Protection: Avoiding any contact of the OPGW with the ground or obstacles during stringing.

• Experienced Personnel: Employing and properly training operators and crew members experienced in OPGW installation.