The Shipping Process: What You Should Know

03-22-2021
The Shipping Process: What You Should Know

Light poles are large, awkward objects to ship. And some carriers don’t move poles very often. These truths can lead to damage and complications.

Luckily, the team at United Lighting Standards has perfected the process of packing, shipping and coordinating pole shipments all over the country. We make sure your poles reach their project sites safely without extreme delays.

Now, you might be wondering, “What should I know about the shipping process?” We’re so glad you asked.

Shipping Charges

Our freight allowance is $1,500. This means that orders of $1,500 or more ship at no additional cost. For orders of less than $1,500, freight charges will be added to the order invoice.

Consider Pre-Shipping Bolts

Anchor bolts can always be pre-shipped to a job site before the poles. Customers will be billed the cost of freight for all pre-shipment of anchor bolts, even on freight-allowed orders. They will also be invoiced $30 per set for ¾-inch bolts and $60 per set for 1-inch bolts. However, these charges are deducted from the final invoice.

Tracking Your Shipments

We provide tracking information for both poles and anchor bolts on PoleVaultTM. Click here to log in.

For more information, visit our shipping and handling page.

Have questions about freight or pre-shipping anchor bolts? Contact Partner Service.

About Us

United Lighting Standards has been committed to designing, fabricating, finishing, and packaging high-quality steel and aluminum poles since 1971. We adhere to standards set forth by AASHTO, ASTM International, and NEMA. All of our products are built using fabricating and welding procedures outlined in the American Welding Society (AWS) manual for steel and aluminum to eliminate welding defects and ensure structural integrity.

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