What To Consider When Selecting A Wind Resistant Light Pole

When selecting a light pole, it is critical to consider the wind speed rating of the geographic location. Coastal areas, like Florida, have extreme weather conditions like intense winds and hurricanes. Investing in high wind-resistant light poles is essential for projects in these locations, as strong, durable light poles can prevent safety risks, including falling light poles and damage to surrounding infrastructure. For your project, there are several key factors to consider when selecting a high wind-resistant light pole.

Select A Light Pole For Your Wind Rating

Your project will need a light pole that can withstand the toughest conditions in regions that are prone to severe weather. Our Eos Light Pole series is engineered for a wide range of EPAs and wind zones, making it an excellent choice for high-wind speed locations.

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Light Pole Durability and Material

When deciding on a light pole, the material will impact its ability to withstand harsh environments. Our Hyperia Light Poles are designed to handle the toughest conditions along our shoreline and look incredible doing so. Our fiberglass light poles are engineered for strength, durability, flexibility, and are seamlessly crafted. Fiberglass light poles are not only wind resistant but are minimal maintenance due to their lack of corrosion, pitting, and other forms of wear and tear, making it perfect for coastal regions. For more information about the benefits of our light poles compared to other materials, consider reading our advantages of composite fiberglass light poles article.

Light Pole Installation and Foundation 

 

The structural integrity of the light pole is incredibly important, making the installation and foundation critical to its strength. Depending on the wind speed of the region, you will want to consider either an anchor base or direct burial. You may also need engineering calcs and recommended bury depth in Florida.  We have an engineer on retainer that can certify our light poles in Florida, ask us for details on this service.

• View our Direct Bury Installation Procedure

• Anchor Base installation: Requires a physical template from Hyperia Light Poles and are installed with either 18”, 24”, or 36” J-leg anchor bolts (new construction). Size of bolts and
  base are determined by the pole you choose. With the paper template you would make a plywood version for supporting the bolts as they set in the concrete foundation in the right location.

Why Hyperia Light Poles Are the Best High Wind Resistant Light Poles

When considering a light pole for your project, it is important to consider several factors like wind speed rating, durability, material, and installation. Hyperia Light Poles, specifically our Eos series, checks off all the boxes for a high wind resistant light pole. Our team of experts handcraft each light pole here in the United States to resist the toughest conditions along the coast. Our composite fiberglass light poles offer superior strength, flexibility, and weather-resistant benefits, making them the perfect choice for your project. With customizable colors and finishes, Hyperia light poles are great for commercial, residential, and mixed-use projects.