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If you're a long-time reader of our blog posts, you've seen us share insight about the effects of first and second-mode vibrations. (Missed it? Read all about it here.) While it’s tempting to resort to drastic measures to protect your…

Stage 1: Cleaning and SSPC-SP10 According to the Society for Protective Coatings' SP10 regulation, all poles must be visibly free of oil, grease, dust, dirt, mill scale, rust, coating, and oxides. So before applying the finish, we thoroughly inspect each…

Need to illuminate a playing field, tennis or basketball courts, an ice rink, or maybe a parking lot for those types of facilities? Sports light poles are the way to go. Here are some of the basics you’ll need to…

What Is Catenary Lighting and How Does It Work with a Pole? Catenary pendants are decorative lights hung on a specially designed cable strung between two structures, such as poles. Depending on the setting and the desired amount of light,…

How Fiberglass Poles Are Made At United Lighting Standards, we supply filament-wound, fiberglass poles made with computer-controlled equipment. Since this production process allows for precise control of the glass, fiber, and resin required to create the poles, we are able…

What is the best? To the average soul, the word “best” might be associated with the type of pizza he’d happily eat every day for a week, or a specific brand of jeans she insists on buying every time, no…

It used to be that going out at night wasn’t a safe idea. But then, streetlights were invented. They truly revolutionized the way people traveled, socialized, and conducted business. Light poles continue to transform the world with “smart” technology. Making…

In many areas of the country, light poles are subjected to rain, snow, sleet, and ice build-up. As a result, the poles can rust and corrode over time. If damage is left unchecked, light poles can eventually fail and fall…

When choosing light poles, it’s important to consider the environmental factor of wind-induced vibrations, which can severely damage both steel and aluminum poles. However, if you plan properly, you can limit — or even eliminate — the need for repairs…

When it’s time to choose a light pole, you have two choices of material: steel or aluminum. Think about the needs of your project. Which is better for your budget? Is aesthetics important? Are there harsh weather conditions to consider?…