The MCM Poles are modular poles made of a tubular core, made of structural steel, and a modular conical envelope, made of high
performance fiber-cement. Made of sections of about 12 ft each, the MCM Poles go from 36 to 100 ft. The 36 ft version is meant to
be used for hybrid distribution networks, where the Medium Voltage (MV) network is kept overhead, while the Low Voltage (LV) and
telecom networks are put underground. This has the effect of keeping the costs very low, while being comparable visually with the full
undergrounding approach (see photos below).
The MCM Pole in the 100 ft version is a high performance modular pole designed to be used as a self-supporting structure for telecom
antennas or video installation, particularly where aesthetics matters or where accessibility is limited. All the MCM Poles are very
easy to transport and to install with standard lifting equipment. The fully modular MCM concept allows for an unlimited number of
configurations and easy reconfiguration at all times.
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Here are the characteristics of the MCM Network Pole (36 ft):
- Completely modular pole with choice of aesthetic finish;
- Allows for the construction of economical hybrid networks;
- Does not require any guy wire for change of direction of power line;
- Tubular structural steel core and fiber cement modular envelope;
- Class 1 or 3 overhead lines distribution pole, 1 or 3-phase MV networks;
- Ease of installation of equipment between modules or at the top;
- May hold simultaneously the network, MV/LV transformer and light fixture;
- LV cables hidden in core and LV Distribution Center option at the base;
- Direct implantation or on a concrete base or on a MCM Sub-base;
- Complies with all the applicable Codes and Standards.
For the MCM Telecom/video Pole (up to 100 ft), please contact MCM Structures.
