When requestiing quotations for the supply of submarine cable systems it is important to have a thorough knowledge of both international specifications for construction and testing, and of the practical aspects of systems engineering in this rapidly expanding area of cable use.

 

This involves specifIcation of :

 

    * The electrical system requirements

    * Identification of any special mechanical requirements

    * Identifcation of environmental requirements

    * Cable design requirements

    * Production of a purchaser cable data sheet

    * The quality testing requirements

    * Previous type testing evidence requirements

    * Project specific type testing requirements

    * Specification of accessories