Composite Poles

OVERVIEW
The GridCoreâ„¢ Composite Utility Poles from MacLean Power Systems are engineered to enhance grid resilience and reliability as a superior alternative to traditional wood, steel, or concrete poles used in electric power distribution. Manufactured from advanced fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites, these poles provide exceptional durability, reduced maintenance requirements, and an extended service life. Their lightweight construction enables safer, faster installation while delivering a robust and cost-effective solution for modern utility infrastructure.

KEY FEATURES

  • Long Service Life: Expected lifespan of up to 80 years, significantly longer than traditional wood poles

  • Lightweight Design: Easier handling and installation using lighter-duty equipment, reducing strain on crews and machinery

  • Corrosion and Pest Resistant: Not susceptible to woodpeckers, insects, or environmental degradation

  • One-Piece Composite Construction: Pultruded, uniform-diameter pole design eliminates field assembly and improves consistency

  • Low Maintenance: Requires only visual inspections and allows for simple on-site repair of superficial damage

TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS

  • Composite alternative to wood, steel, and concrete poles

  • Supports grid resilience and reliability

  • Uniform engineered material for consistent performance

 

Description

Links & PDFs

Example drawings for standard distribution pole configurations found here: 

Undrilled

Single Support - Narrow Profile

Single Support on Crossarm

Three Phase Junction Guide

 

Catalog Number Length (ft) Class Diameter (in) Weight (lbs) Rating Deflection Per Rating* (in)
X34B-DG-40C4 40 C4 14 707 2400 13
X34B-DG-40C3 40 C3 14 707 3000 17
X34B-DG-40C2 40 C2 14 707 3700 21
X34B-DG-40C1 40 C1 14 707 4500 25
X34A-DG-40H1 40 H1 14 1041 5400 19
X34A-DG-40H2 40 H2 14 1041 6400 22
X34A-DG-40H3 40 H3 14 1041 7500 26
X34B-DG-45C4 45 C4 14 795 2400 20
X34B-DG-45C3 45 C3 14 795 3000 24
X34B-DG-45C2 45 C2 14 795 3700 30
X34B-DG-45C1 45 C1 14 795 4500 37
X34A-DG-45H1 45 H1 14 1171 5400 27
X34A-DG-45H2 45 H2 14 1171 6400 33
X34A-DG-45H3 45 H3 14 1171 7500 38
X34B-DG-50C4 50 C4 14 884 2400 27
X34B-DG-50C3 50 C3 14 884 3000 34
X34B-DG-50C2 50 C2 14 884 3700 42
X34A-DG-50C1 50 C1 14 1301 4500 32
X34A-DG-50H1 50 H1 14 1301 5400 39
X34A-DG-50H2 50 H2 14 1301 6400 46
X34A-DG-50H3 50 H3 14 1301 7500 54
X34B-DG-55C4 55 C4 14 972 2400 37
X34B-DG-55C3 55 C3 14 972 3000 47
X34B-DG-55C2 55 C2 14 972 3700 58
X34A-DG-55C1 55 C1 14 1431 4500 44
X34A-DG-55H1 55 H1 14 1431 5400 52
X34A-DG-55H2 55 H2 14 1431 6400 62
X34A-DG-55H3 55 H3 14 1431 7500 73
X34B-DG-60C4 60 C4 14 1060 2400 49
X34B-DG-60C3 60 C3 14 1060 3000 62
X34B-DG-60C2 60 C2 14 1060 3700 76
X34A-DG-60C1 60 C1 14 1561 4500 58
X34A-DG-60H1 60 H1 14 1561 5400 69
X34A-DG-60H2 60 H2 14 1561 6400 82
X34A-DG-60H3 60 H3 14 1561 7500 96
X34B-DG-65C4 65 C4 14 1149 2400 63
X34B-DG-65C3 65 C3 14 1149 3000 79
X34A-DG-65C2 65 C2 14 1691 3700 61
X34A-DG-65C1 65 C1 14 1691 4500 74
X34A-DG-65H1 65 H1 14 1691 5400 89
X34A-DG-65H2 65 H2 14 1691 6400 106
X34B-DG-70C3 70 C3 14 1237 3000 100
X34A-DG-70C2 70 C2 14 1821 3700 77
X34A-DG-70C1 70 C1 14 1821 4500 94
X34A-DG-70H1 70 H1 14 1821 5400 113
X34A-DG-70H2 70 H2 14 1821 6400 134
X34B-DG-75C3 75 C3 14 1325 3000 125
X34A-DG-75C2 75 C2 14 1951 3700 96
X34A-DG-75C1 75 C1 14 1951 4500 117
X34A-DG-75H1 75 H1 14 1951 5400 140
X34B-DG-80C3 80 C3 14 1414 3000 152
X34A-DG-80C2 80 C2 14 2081 3700 118
X34A-DG-80C1 80 C1 14 2081 4500 143
X34A-DG-80H1 80 H1 14 2081 5400 172

*Deflection taken at allowable rating for Grade B wood poles for listed class.

For custom drill patterns, catalog numbers will be amended to include the suffix:’-PXXX’ to indicate hole placement and position. Please contact MPS Support for specific configurations/catalog numbers.

Example drawings for standard distribution pole configurations found here: 

Undrilled

Single Support - Narrow Profile

Single Support on Crossarm

Three Phase Junction Guide

 

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