Mid-hinged poles we design with a pivot point, or hinge, near the middle, allowing the upper portion of the pole safely lowered to ground level for easy maintenance of attached equipment like lights and cameras by one person using a rope, This “see-saw” mechanism eliminates the need for expensive elevated work platforms or ladders, reducing maintenance costs and improving safety, They are constructed from durable materials like steel, often hot-dip galvanized, and are used in various applications including carparks, airports, and mine sites, with standard heights ranging up to 30 meters.
Key Features & Components
Hinge Mechanism:A pivot point with a stainless steel pin allows the top half of the pole to fold down.
Raising/Lowering System:A rope use to manually operate the lowering and raising of the pole.
Counterweight/Balancer:A counterweight is sometimes incorporated to balance the weight of the pole and its fixtures, making operation easier.
Base Plate Mounting:Poles base plate mount and secure with hold-down bolts or an in-ground stub.
Access Door:An access door at the base allows for internal components and the securing of ropes for operation.
How They Work
1. Pre-operation:The operator secures a rope to a tie point at the base of the pole.
2. Lowering:A trained technician controls the pole’s descent, using the rope to guide the top half down to ground level.
3. Maintenance:With the top portion at ground level, maintenance can be safely on the lighting fixtures or other equipment.
4. Raising:The process is reverse to return the pole to its upright position, where it is then secure.
Common Applications
Lighting: Streetlights, security lights, and lighting for sporting ovals.
Surveillance: CCTV and camera poles.
Infrastructure: Airports, rail yards, and mine sites.
Other areas: Large carparks, shopping centers, and areas under power lines.
Materials & Protection
Material: High-strength steel, often EN 10027-1 S355J0.
Surface Protection: Hot-dip galvanization according to BS EN ISO 1461 for corrosion resistance.
Customization: Poles come with powder-coated or paint to specific requirements.
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