When something fails in the field—whether due to inferior materials, rushed designs, or poor-quality control—the real cost reveals itself quickly: emergency repairs, power outages, system-wide disruptions, and damaged reputations.
And those costs add up fast.
In a market where line hardware represents only 1–2% of a transmission line’s total cost, many decision-makers are recognizing that the long-term performance of that small component has outsized impact on the total system’s lifecycle. That’s why reliability isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a critical investment in operational continuity.
Unreliable Hardware = Unpredictable Consequences
A single hardware failure can ripple through a utility network. We’ve seen it before: outages traced back to u-bolts that couldn’t hold up in freezing temperatures, vibration dampers that deteriorated prematurely, or clamps that weren’t quite the right fit.
What follows is familiar—unscheduled outages, emergency repair crews, lost energy transmission, customer dissatisfaction, and in some cases, regulatory scrutiny. A part that costs a few dollars can suddenly become a six-figure problem.
At Slacan, we’ve built our entire operation around avoiding that scenario.
Designing for Durability—and Performance
Slacan components are designed not just to meet spec, but to outperform it. Every bolt, clamp, and bracket is engineered for a perfect fit around conductors to prevent friction, movement, and vibration which would lead to long-term damage. Forged steel components offer a 110 ksi ultimate strength—far above the 65 ksi of ductile iron alternatives—reducing deformation and failure under stress.
Slacan hardware also incorporates features that support efficient field installation and long-term energy efficiency. Tight fits, consistent finishes, and precision-machined contact surfaces reduce energy losses, avoid hot spots, and extend conductor life—all while lowering maintenance cycles.
Because we prioritize sourcing from trusted Canadian and U.S. suppliers—and manufacture everything in-house—Slacan maintains control over every aspect of the product’s performance, from steel chemistry to final inspection.
A Proven Track Record Utilities Can Count On
Slacan’s track record in the field speaks volumes. With over a century of experience supporting utilities across Canada and now in the USA, all Slacan products have consistently performed in the field with an exceptional track record for reliability.
That commitment is backed by robust in-house testing (including vertical and horizontal tensile test machines up to 2000 kN), MPI inspections, hardness testing, Charpy impact testing to -49°F, and a dedicated engineering team deeply involved in CSA and IEEE standards development.
Don’t Pay for Hardware Twice
The industry is shifting away from cost-first thinking and returning to lifecycle value. When a $10 component is the difference between 40 years of performance or a mid-winter failure, it’s not just about the price on paper—it’s about avoiding the hidden costs of downtime.
At Slacan, we don’t just manufacture hardware—we help protect infrastructure, reliability, and public trust. The safety of the installers as well as the general public is our number one priority.
