Conditions and References

Conditions

When selecting a pole and luminaire assembly, the stresses put upon the pole from both the deadweight load in pounds and the total EPA in square feet of the light fixture and any additional attachments to the pole must be professionally assessed by a qualified engineer. No matter where you are installing outdoor light fixtures and pole assemblies, you are required to properly evaluate that specific wind conditions will not compromise the structural integrity of the assembly.

This guide's sole purpose is to help you determine the maximum EPA (sq.ft.) and weight load using Lumenpulse luminaires, poles, some accessories, and arms. It does not consider all bracketry, signs, decorations, overhead wires, or other equipment that might be mounted to the subject pole. Poles that are to be located in areas of known abnormal conditions will require special consideration. In such cases, please consult a qualified engineer for more information. This guide will help you select the products needed for your project. However, all selections should be approved by a qualified engineer before purchasing.

Lumenpulse does not assume liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the content of this guide or for any damages of any kind related to the use or misuse of information provided.

For further information on EPA calculations, please consult a Lumenpulse representative. If there are discrepencies between this document and a Product Spec Sheet, please refer to the Product Spec Sheet.

For further reading, please refer to our white paper series: “EPA and the ABCs of Wind Safety” www.lumenpulse.com/knowledge/lighting-outdoor-areas-using-epa

References

American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) (1994, 2001, & 2009), Standard Specifications for Structural Supports for Highway Signs, Luminaires and Traffic Signals, American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials, Washington DC.

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