GridCore™ Composite Utility Poles

GridCore™ Composite Utility Poles

Lightweight, Durable Poles. Resilient Power Grid.

GridCore™ Composite Utility Poles from Avient are engineered to enhance grid resilience as an excellent alternative to wood, steel, or concrete electrical poles and structures. Compared to traditional pole materials, fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites are more durable, require less maintenance, and provide a long service life. They are also significantly lighter in weight, enabling simple installation. 

Key performance advantages include:
Lower Total System and Lifecycle Cost: With an expected service life of up to 80 years, GridCore poles are developed for resilience. The extended lifecycle can result in overall cost savings compared to wood poles, which require replacement every 30-40 years due to aging, damage, or failure.

Low-Maintenance, Pest-resistant: Composite poles only need a visual inspection and will not sustain damage from woodpeckers or insects reducing maintenance and repair costs. For more severe damage, repairs are simplified with available repair kits and instructions.

Customized, Consistent Quality: Manufactured using a continuous pultrusion process, GridCore poles are engineered for consistent strength and uniform appearance to eliminate warping, shrinkage, or splintering. The uniform diameter requires only one size through-bolt length to simplify assembly and reduce outage time. 

Lightweight = Safe, Simple Installation: Significantly lighter comparable to wood and concrete poles, GridCore poles can be installed using light-duty equipment. Excellent dielectric strength allows for easy installation near energized lines.

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