A feeder pillar might look like an ordinary metal box, but it’s actually a fortress of safety for your property. It safeguards circuits and plays a pivotal role when upgrading your electrical system.
It offers local isolation to your distribution equipment and allows simple onsite maintenance, reducing downtime and installation costs. Premium feeder pillars feature anti-vandal lock variants and detachable LV roof enabling electrical engineers to change the pillar backboard quickly. Enclosure ventilation is controlled with the installation of anti-condensation heaters.
Safety Measures
Designed to safeguard the electrical components from harsh weather conditions and unauthorized access, feeder pillars have enclosures made of robust materials. These include GRP (glass reinforced plastic), which can withstand wear and tear.
Moreover, these panels are equipped with lockable doors to restrict access to authorized personnel, which enhances safety. They also have circuit breakers and fuses, which prevent electrical hazards such as overloads and short circuits.
The design of a feeder pillar panel also takes into account the different requirements for connecting cabling and devices in various settings. For instance, the power distribution needs of industrial facilities are different from those of commercial sites or infrastructure projects. Therefore, a feeder pillar must be versatile enough to cater to these diverse requirements. It should also have the capacity to accommodate future expansions and modifications. Finally, it must adhere to the relevant safety standards and regulations. Lucy Zodion offers a wide range of feeder pillars for the Highways industry, from simple fused products to cloud-based street lighting control.
Flexibility and Expansion
A feeder pillar allows electricians to quickly and easily connect to power for maintenance purposes. This feature helps to prevent accidents and minimize downtime by reducing the time needed to disconnect equipment. This is particularly important for locations where public safety is a priority, such as defense estates or MoD sites.
Feeder pillars are often installed outdoors and exposed to the elements. This means that they must be able to resist moisture, dust, and temperature fluctuations. Luckily, most feeder pillars are designed with durable materials to ensure they can stand up to these conditions. Additionally, many pillars are available in a variety of paint finishes and sizes to meet the specific needs of each customer.
Furthermore, the ongoing trend towards smart grid deployments and advanced metering infrastructure presents opportunities for feeder pillar manufacturers to develop intelligent enclosures that support communication, monitoring, and control functionalities. This helps to improve operational efficiency and reduce energy consumption, while also supporting renewable energy integration efforts.
Remote Monitoring and Control
Feeder pillars are designed to house equipment that allows engineers to monitor the pillar remotely without having to open the signal controller cabinet. However, some miscreants have found various ways to damage these safety measures & get into the enclosures to steal electricity.
Increasing electricity demand, infrastructure modernization projects, smart grid technologies deployments, and sustainability initiatives drive investment in advanced feeder pillar solutions that feature tamper-proof locks and IP-rated enclosures for safety.
Lucy Zodion pre-wired pillars and retractable power pillars are fully tested at our factory prior to dispatch. We can supply you with a copy of the test documentation for your records.
When you wish to carry out work on the pillar it is essential that the main supply is isolated using the switch disconnect inside the enclosure. Please ensure that this is done only by suitably qualified personnel. It is recommended that you also use a pillar lock to prevent unauthorized access to the pillar.
Adherence to Safety Standards and Regulations
Electrical safety is paramount when using feeder pillars, and they should only be installed by professional electricians with the necessary experience, training, and qualifications. They also need to adhere to any local municipality’s health and safety regulations when installing them in locations such as public spaces, shopping centres, or office buildings.
Feeder pillar panels prevent electrical hazards such as overloads and short circuits by incorporating protective devices like circuit breakers and fuses. Moreover, they offer flexibility and expansion to accommodate future power demands without disrupting the existing system.
Furthermore, advanced feeder pillar panels can be remotely monitored and controlled. This allows operators to oversee performance and ensure compliance with electrical standards from a distance, saving time and resources. Other features include a detachable roof that enables the electrical engineer to replace the backboard quickly and easily, while anti-condensation heaters can be installed to control enclosure ventilation. To protect against corrosion, additional paint finishes are available with anti-vandal lock variations offered.