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Case Study | Hybrid Distribution Poles
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Background
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Grid hardening has fundamentally changed the distribution pole market
requiring stronger structures in coastal regions.
In order to meet these changing strength and performance requirements,
structures have gotten heavier and more costly
Distribution Market: $3B1
Valmont Solution / Competitive Advantage
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Patent pending fireproof solution that can replace existing wood
distribution infrastructure
Combining material technologies and engineering, Valmont developed a
hybrid pole that allows for a weight reduction while increasing strength
Outcomes
Replaces wood
distribution poles
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Innovative structures utilize our fiberglass spun composite material
combined with Valmont pre-tensioned spun concrete
1 2022 North American Electric Distribution Market Forecast - October 2022 - The C Three Group, LLC
Sam weight as wood
with 6X strength
CONSERVING RESOURCES. IMPROVING LIFE: Valmont
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