Roxtec to supply UK water treatment upgrade project

Cable seal manufacturer Roxtec has been awarded a contract by Thames Water to supply multi-cable transit seals to a £220m water treatment upgrade project in London, UK.

Thames Water’s Crossness Sewage Treatment Works is the second largest in Europe and is situated east of the capital, on a nature reserve. The project will enable the site to treat 44% more sewage than its current capacity.

Roxtec UK managing director Graham O’Hare said that the company’s seals are being used throughout the site to help protect one of Greater London’s last remaining grazing marsh lands.

"Our seals can withstand extremely high water pressure to prevent water ingress, which is vital in a project of this nature," O’Hare said.

"They are being used to seal power and control cables in the water works, a thermal hydrolysis plant and a wind turbine. The gas-tight seals are also helping to protect local wildlife by preventing sewage from entering the River Thames while guarding against fumes."

O’Hare added that the round seals are easy to install.

"The IP67-rated, multi-hazard seal simultaneously guards against water, gas and fire and are designed to be durable and last a long time," O’Hare added.

"It will also aid Thames Water in protecting its assets against other hazards, such as vermin. We are pleased to be chosen to supply such a vital project for the long-term benefit of both the environment and residents in the South East."

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Image: Graham O’Hare, Roxtec UK managing director. Photo: courtesy of Roxtec.