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Wooden Column Production. Finishing.
Our production line for wooden columns transforms GL28h All holes needed to fix accessories and/or lights are then
laminated pine beams into mixed Steel/Wooden columns, made in the wooden column as per the required specification.
entirely finished with base plate and equipment inside the
door. Once production is complete, the columns are sent All columns are then treated to a 4 layer protective coating
directly to clients. system which is designed to maximise the life span of the
wooden column.
The Production Line: The manufacturing of the masts
begins by cutting off the extremities of the beam according
to the height of the final product. Next, a central hole is drilled
along the length of the column to allow cabling to pass.

Cylindrical section columns are produced using the same
machining centre. Initially all cylindrical section columns
have a multi-faceted profile. Depending on the final design,
the column may then be sanded in order to smooth these
facets and obtain the final shape.

The steel base, is then securely fitted and glued to the pole.
The adapters or other parts designed to fasten lanterns and/
or accessories are also put into position at this time. Once
all fasteners are installed the products are then packaged
for delivery.

Square-section columns are produced by a digital machining Packaging:
centre. Also at this point, additional cuts are made in wood Several thicknesses of corrugated cardboard protect the
to allow the steel base and top cap to be fitted. wooden section, while a felt sleeve protects the steel base.

Standard columns of heights taller than 5m are produced in The columns are then placed top to bottom on a pallet,
several parts. The parts of the column go through a digital separated from each other by wooden wedges which follow
machining centre where finger joints are placed on the end the section of the mast to avoid slipping during transport.
surfaces to be joined. The joining and gluing operations
needed to ensure a strong and permanent connection are The operator takes care to balance the pallet according to
performed next. the weight and length of the masts. Placing its centre of
gravity directly above the position of the pallet truck forks.
The assembly technology used to produce these columns The bundle is further protected by a wooden plaque in order
complies with current calculation rules. to prevent any damage from forks. Lastly, a plastic film is
added to ensure that rain cannot deteriorate the cardboard
envelope packaging during transport.