Feeder Pillars

GRP Feeder Pillars – A Short Guide To Site Installation

GRP Feeder Pillars – A Short Guide To For Site Installation

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GRP Feeder Pillars

The following article has been written to provide guidance to civil engineering and groundworks contractors for the installation of GRP feeder pillars used to provide low voltage electrical power distribution.

Step 1. Concrete base must be clean and free from any earth, stones or any other debris which will prevent the feeder pillar or kiosk sitting flat on its base – it is recommend that a stepped base be cast for feeder pillasr where the inner level is 50mm above the base flange, so as to prevent water ingress into the kiosk.

Step 2. Orientation of the feeder pillar is to be agreed before the pillar is positioned on to its base. It is good practice to have the pillar sitting in the middle of the base with an equal amount of slab around the pillar. The feeder pillar can be manoeuvred using a jemmy bar from inside or outside the unit; care is to be taken so as not to damage the gel surface.

Step 3. Check for an equidistant gap between the door and door frame and that the doors operate freely. The doors can be adjusted by placing shims between the base and the feeder pillar directly in line with the door hinges; these shims should be of non corrosive metal, plastic or even GRP.

Check for an equidistant gap between the door and door frame and that the doors operate freely

Packing shim

Step 4. Ensure that walls of the pillar are straight and are not “bowing”.

Step 5. Drill 12mm holes in the GRP base flange of the pillar at approximately one metre intervals using a battery drill (some feeder pillars may have already been pre drilled).

Step 6. Various anchor bolts can be used to pin the feeder pillars down depending on site specification – it is recommended to use an M 10 x 75mm sleeve anchor expansion bolt as standard. Size and depth of the hole should be in accordance with the fixing being used.

Step 7. Drill should be used at right angle to the concrete base; however, the holes can be drilled at an angle where a plywood board may prevent the drill from operating at 90 degrees.

Drill should be used at right angle to the concrete base

Step 8. Re-check door levels after bolting down the pillar.

Step 9. Apply a bead of silicon to fill the gap between the feeder pillar and concrete base. This cannot be relied upon to provide a water tight seal; it is used for cosmetic purpose and will also prevent any concrete screed from running down the face of the concrete base.

Apply a bead of silicon to fill the gap between the kiosk and concrete

Step 10. Remove the lifting eyes and seal holes with the plastic bungs provided.

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Optional Extras For Use With Lucy Zodion Fortress Feeder Pillars

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Feeder Pillars

Thorne & Derrick International are leading UK Distributors of the Lucy Zodion range of Fortress brand feeder pillars designed to provide LV Power Distribution across a diverse range of market sectors including:

• Street Lighting
• EV Charging
• Rail
• Urban Regeneration
• Highways & Motorways
• Airports
• Retail & Leisure
• Utilities – Water, Gas & Electricity

Feeder pillars are manufactured to the highest level of standard including Cast Iron, Stainless Steel, Glass Resin Plastic (GRP) and Hot Dip Galvanised Steel (HDG).

Here follows the list of optional extras available for use with Fortress Feeder Pillars:

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• Feeder Pillars From Lucy Zodion – LV Electrical Power Distribution
• Feeder Pillars – Electric Vehicle (EV) Power Supply Pillars
• Design Guide For Feeder Pillars & Pre-Wired Electrical Equipment
• Power Distribution Feeder Pillars For Carpark Lighting Schemes In Flood Plane Area
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LV ♦ MV ♦ HV

T&D distribute the most extensive range of LV, MV & HV Cable Jointing, Terminating, Pulling & Installation Equipment – we service UK and international clients working on underground cables, overhead lines, substations and electrical construction at LV, 11kV, 33kV and EHV transmission and distribution voltages.

• Key Products: MV-HV Cable Joints & Terminations, Cable Cleats, Duct Seals, Cable Transits, Underground Cable Protection, Cable Jointing Tools, Feeder Pillars, Cable Ducting, Earthing & Lightning Protection, Electrical Safety, Cable Glands, Arc Flash Clothing & Fusegear.

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LV – Low Voltage Cable Joints, Glands, Cleats, Lugs & Accessories (1000 Volts)

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Landlords LV Distribution – LV Low Voltage Feeder Pillars

Feeder Pillars

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Thorne & Derrick are the leading designer, distributor and supplier in the UK of feeder pillars manufactured by Lucy Zodion – a complete range of standard, customised and pre-wired types from the Lucy Fortress range of feeder pillars are available to suit all LV Electrical Power Distribution requirements.

This includes power distribution pillars to provide LV electricity supply to new housing developments, multi-occupancy buildings and permanent supply kiosks for properties.

Here follows an example of a Landlords Feeder Pillar specification highlighting the flexibility and capability of Thorne & Derrick to liase with consultant engineers and specifiers to meet the needs and electrical power requirements of the residential, housing and accommodation market sectors.

Landlord’s Services

FEEDER PILLARs

Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Services – Manor House Development (Travelodge Addendum Specification)

A 60kVA 100A 3 phase electricity supply shall be provided.

This supply shall be terminated in a 100Amp 3 phase service cut-out mounted on a class 0 timber backing board within a Landlords feeder pillar.

The feeder pillar / control cabinet shall be vandal resistant IP65 hot dipped galvanised steel cabinet as per the Lucy Fortress Pillars or equal and approved.

The feeder pillar shall be painted to match the lighting columns and fitted with a Yale Lock or equal and approved.

Provide a new 100A 3 phase metal cased distribution board enclosed within a feeder pillar to serve the landlords services i.e. external lighting, vehicle charging points, CCTV, petrol interceptor.

All distribution boards shall be provided with integral main switch disconnectors miniature circuit breakers, blanks, lockable doors and 3 sets of keys to each of the door locks.

Provide PVC/PVC insulated single core cables from the service cut-out to the revenue meter and from the revenue meter to the distribution board.

Distribution boards shall generally employ type C miniature circuit breakers for final sub circuit protection.

The distribution board shall be provided with Class II surge protection as detailed in BS EN 62305.

The distribution board shall be sized to include a minimum of 25% spare outgoing ways arrnaged evenly over each phase, which shall be fitted with individual blanking plates.

Distribution boards shall employ miniature circuit breakers for final sub circuit protection. Circuit breakersshall be selected to take account of the thermal and magnetic effects of loads serrved, taking due account of any starting currents. Particular care shall be taken when selecting circuit breakers protecting circuits supplying LED driver units.

Distribution boards shall be labelled and scheduled in accordance with BS7671 – miniature circuit breakers shall comply with relevant British and European standards.

Galvanised & Stainless Steel | Cast Iron | GRP | Pre-Wired | Electrical Power LV

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LV ♦ MV ♦ HV

T&D distribute the most extensive range of LV, MV & HV Cable Jointing, Terminating, Pulling & Installation Equipment – we service UK and international clients working on underground cables, overhead lines, substations and electrical construction at LV, 11kV, 33kV and EHV transmission and distribution voltages.

• Key Products: MV-HV Cable Joints & Terminations, Cable Cleats, Duct Seals, Cable Transits, Underground Cable Protection, Cable Jointing Tools, Feeder Pillars, Cable Ducting, Earthing & Lightning Protection, Electrical Safety, Cable Glands, Arc Flash Clothing & Fusegear.

• Distributors for: 3M, ABB, Alroc, Band-It, Catu, Cembre, Centriforce, CMP, Elastimold, Ellis Patents, Emtelle, Furse, Lucy Zodion, Nexans Euromold, Pfisterer, Polypipe, Prysmian, Roxtec.

LV – Low Voltage Cable Joints, Glands, Cleats, Lugs & Accessories (1000 Volts)

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Feeder Pillars From Lucy Zodion – LV Electrical Power Distribution

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Thorne & Derrick with Lucy Zodion supply both standard and bespoke feeder pillars in a selection of materials, paint finishes and dimensions to meet all indoor and exterior power distribution, control and lighting requirements up to 1,000 volts with IP65 door seal – this includes LV substation and network pillars with DNO supply cut-outs for utility applications.

Specialist EV Charging Pillars can be produced to customer specification for electrical vehicle charging points and applications.

The wide range of Lucy Zodion pillars from the Fortress range include mini, slimline, single-door and double-door types available in galvanised mild and stainless steel with cast iron option for heritage applications.

➡ Contact us to discuss how T&D and Lucy Zodion can provide innovative custom design solutions and ex stock delivery of standard feeder pillars to your project.

The series of feeder pillar images below shows a behind the scenes look into the manufacturing of bespoke pre-wired pillars.

Pre-Wired Feeder Pillars

Design Process

Lucy Zodion CAD driven design procedure guarantees a well engineered product from enquiry to delivery. The dedicated design team will work with a client not only from the start, but through all the processes to the finished product. Lucy Zodion have designed and produced some very exciting innovative products over the last few years, and T&D offer customers the latest cutting edge technology with highly skilled engineers and designers.

110V, 230V and 400V a.c. variant feeder pillars are available in both above ground and in-ground locations equipped with earth leakage and overload protection devices to ensure high operator safety levels. Compact retractable power pillars with telescopic design to mount flush to the floor surface provide discreet electrical power for typical applications including markets, shopping centres and airports.

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Pictures 1 and 2 show the intricate engineering detail that goes into the design of a bespoke pre-wired feeder pillar. Although you can tell that the feeder pillar is only partially complete you can see the attention to detail and pride that Lucy Zodion input into all of their feeder pillars.

After manufacture the feeder pillars are thoroughly tested within the purpose built LV test area at Lucy Zodion to ensure they meet BS7671 and meet the requirements of BSEN 60439. The test procedures and quality assurance inspections driven by the ISO 9001 accreditation ensure all products including pillars perform correctly and safely.

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Pictures 3 and 4 show how painting or powder coating the feeder pillars helps them to blend into their environmental surroundings to suit the needs of the client.

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Pictures 5 and 6 shows a stainless steel feeder pillar that is ideal for high saline, coastal and marine atmospheres to provide power for temporary events – the pillar is manufactured in non-corrosive 316 grade stainless steel for hostile climatic conditions.

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Pictures 7 to 11 show that careful consideration is taken when designing the feeder pillar to ensure that the installer, end user and maintenance team are satisfied with the completed installation. In this case an external override switch which is provided to avoid opening the feeder pillar unnecessarily. Please note the space below the isolator on the right for the Distribution Network Operator (DNO).

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Picture 12 shows how feeder pillars can be sympathetically painted to suit their surroundings. Lucy Zodion can paint feeder pillars to any RAL or BS. This specific pillar has been modified to provide temporary supplies for regular events that take place in recreational areas including parks, open spaces, playgrounds, nature reserves, wildlife sites and sports pitches.

Fortress Feeder Pillars From Lucy Zodion : Galvanised & Stainless Steel 20+ Sizes

Feeder Pillars

T&D distribute the complete range of Lucy Zodion pillars for low voltage power distribution to the building services, rail, construction, utilities, oil and gas, retail and leisure, ports, airports and heavy industries – GRP feeder pillars, cast iron, galvanised and stainless steel types customised to your application:

• Pre-Wired Power Distribution Panels (Outdoor IP65 & Underground Retractable)
• Substation Power, Cable Distribution & LV Interconnection Panels (Onshore Wind)
• DNO Single & 3 Phase Network Pillars (25A-800A)
• Network Rail & Electrification – Station & Trackside Pillars (incl. London Underground)
• Low Voltage Connections – New Housing & Commercial Development Pillars (LV)
• Defence Estates MoD – Load Shedding Fuse Pillars
• Lighting Feeder Pillars – Street, Road, Flood, Sports Stadium & Car Parks
• BT Telecommunications & Interface Pillars
• Environment Agency – Rivers, Coastal & Waterways
• Cast Iron Electrical Distribution Pillars – National Heritage & Historic Buildings
• Also: Street Lighting Cut Outs

➡ For further information about how Lucy Zodion provide control and power distribution products for street lighting applications, please review the Lucy Titan (Cut-outs) and Lucy Trojan (Isolators) ranges of products.

Read our Blog with Lucy Zodion: Cut-Outs & Isolators – What’s the Difference?

Thorne & Derrick – Stickists & Suppliers of MV HV Joints, Terminations & Connectors

T&D distribute the most extensive range of LV, MV & HV Cable Jointing, Terminating, Pulling & Installation Equipment – we service UK and international clients working on underground cables, overhead lines, substations and electrical construction at LV, 11kV, 33kV and EHV transmission and distribution voltages.

• Key Products: MV-HV Cable Joints & Terminations, Cable Cleats, Duct Seals, Cable Transits, Underground Cable Protection, Cable Jointing Tools, Feeder Pillars, Cable Ducting, Earthing & Lightning Protection, Electrical Safety, Cable Glands, Arc Flash Clothing & Fusegear.

• Distributors for: 3M, ABB, Alroc, Band-It, Catu, Cembre, Centriforce, CMP, Elastimold, Ellis Patents, Emtelle, Furse, Lucy Zodion, Nexans Euromold, Pfisterer, Polypipe, Prysmian, Roxtec.

LV – Low Voltage Cable Joints, Glands, Cleats, Lugs & Accessories (1000 Volts)

MV HV – Medium & High Voltage Cable Joints, Terminations & Connectors (11kV 33kV EHV)

Cable Laying – Underground Cable Covers, Ducting, Seals & Cable Pulling Equipment

T&D, CATU Electrical Safety & Arc Flash Protection Specialists for SAP’s, Linesmen, Jointers & Electrical Engineers – Largest UK Stockist

Feeder Pillars – Electric Vehicle (EV) Power Supply Pillars

Feeder Pillars, Power Management & Control Equipment

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  Guest Post By - Giles Davidson (Area Sales Manager at Lucy Zodion Limited)

Lucy Zodion were approached by the client (Eagle) to manufacture a galvanised steel feeder pillar from their Fortress range to supply three electric vehicle charging points within the clients own site – the double door feeder pillars are designed to provide robust and reliable distribution of low voltage electrical power.

The initial plan was for the EV charging points to be fitted to the wall of the building.

Lucy Zodion suggested that the side walls of the feeder pillar could be utilised to provide the three IP67 sockets, which lessened the upheaval to the site with less civil engineering, electrical and cabling work required.

The client also wanted to be able to provide electrical isolation via each socket from within the feeder pillar but also needed to ensure that only authorised personnel could do this.

To achieve this Lucy Zodion fitted the new Hasp and Staple lock system so the client could fit a padlock as pictured below.

To complete the project the electric vehicle power pillars were painted to the clients specific RAL paint colour specification.

The design, procurement, assembly and testing was all completed in time and the customer saved money on the project.

Lucy Zodion bespoke feeder pillars with customised design and pre-wired solutions, tailored to the customers’ requirements without compromise.

Feeder Pillars – Electric Vehicle (EV) Power Supply Pillars

Feeder Pillars For Electric Vehicles With Padlockable Vandal Resistant Protection

Feeder Pillars

T&D together with Lucy Zodion are able to offer a range of feeder pillar enclosures and cabinets that are robust, durable and secure providing weatherproof and padlockable vandal resistant protection. Feeder pillars are available as standard empty enclosures or custom manufactured low voltage pre-wired electrical distribution equipment consisting of a robust galvanised steel pillar with vandal resistant lockable doors housing LV electrical switchgear and control systems.

EV Electricity Supply Pillar in production at Lucy Zodion incorporating CTCU and surge protection – the feeder pillar also uses Matt:e’s O-pen technology devices which eliminates the need for earth mats or rods.

Electric Vehicle Charging Supply Pillars – Lucy Zodion are empowering EV with pre-wired feeder pillar and electricity distribution solutions. Lucy Zodion develop EV solutions considering the charge speeds each charge point is capable of, from fast to super, to ensure the client receives the most suitable and compatible option. The standard range of pre-wired supply feeder pillars for EV charging come in four sizes and can supply power for up to 54 fast charge points, 12 rapid charge points and 2 super. Additional components can be integrated as optional extras, for smart and adaptive power distribution solutions.

Galvanised & Stainless Steel | Cast Iron | GRP | Pre-Wired | Underground Retractable |

Read our Blog with Lucy Zodion: Cut-Outs & Isolators – What’s the Difference?

THORNE & DERRICK SPECIALIST ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTOR

LV ♦ MV ♦ HV

T&D distribute the most extensive range of LV, MV & HV Cable Jointing, Terminating, Pulling & Installation Equipment – we service UK and international clients working on underground cables, overhead lines, substations and electrical construction at LV, 11kV, 33kV and EHV transmission and distribution voltages.

• Key Products: MV-HV Cable Joints & Terminations, Cable Cleats, Duct Seals, Cable Transits, Underground Cable Protection, Cable Jointing Tools, Feeder Pillars, Cable Ducting, Earthing & Lightning Protection, Electrical Safety, Cable Glands, Arc Flash Clothing & Fusegear.

• Distributors for: 3M, ABB, Alroc, Band-It, Catu, Cembre, Centriforce, CMP, Elastimold, Ellis Patents, Emtelle, Furse, Lucy Zodion, Nexans Euromold, Pfisterer, Polypipe, Prysmian, Roxtec.

LV – Low Voltage Cable Joints, Glands, Cleats, Lugs & Accessories (1000 Volts)

MV HV – Medium & High Voltage Cable Joints, Terminations & Connectors (11kV 33kV EHV)

Cable Laying – Underground Cable Covers, Ducting, Seals & Cable Pulling Equipment

T&D, CATU Electrical Safety & Arc Flash Protection Specialists for SAP’s, Linesmen, Jointers & Electrical Engineers – Largest UK Stockist