Helix
Helix
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Poly
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Shroud
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Quality
Component Products, Inc. and our quality awarded staff are committed to delivering to you, our customer, the finest products and workmanship consistent with your needs and delivery expectations.
Our products and service will stand the test of time.
Shroud
In February 1995, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), District 1, called us to assist them in the development of a new product. They had originally asked the Pole Manufacturers to develop a product that would encapsulate the bottom of the Mast Arm Pole to conceal the bolts, nuts, flanges and wiring. The Pole Manufacturers did not develop a suitable product; therefore, we were consulted. At the time of their call, IDOT had already written this product into the specs for the June 1995 letting, so time was of the essence. After hearing the specific criteria, we went to the drawing board. Our design for CPI's Shroud was met with immediate acceptance, and was enhanced with a few features, which went beyond the original scope of the requirements. The benefits derived from using the Shroud are aesthetics; improved pole life; coverage of all bolts, nuts, flanges, and wiring; elimination of normal maintenance; and elimination of animal nesting and breeding. Component Products' Shroud is the original Shroud approved by IDOT, District 1. The Shroud is specified for all new and/or rebuilt locations.
This is one of several innovative products to be designed and produced by CPI.
Coating
Painted Poles and Bases had been the preferred coating for many years, but as maintenance costs increased, the need for maintenance-free products became a must! In the late 80's, CPI worked very closely with IDOT Officials at District 1 on prototype samples of Galvanized Poles and Bases. Once the benefits were shown, the finish specifications were changed. CPI's next undertaking was to convince the counties, municipalities and villages about the benefits of galvanized products. This was accomplished, and Galvanized Poles and Bases are now the standard when Steel Poles are specified.
An additional problem concerning finishes arose, and CPI was again consulted. In this situation, Painted and Powder Coated Poles and Bases were required, but due to the high concentration of de-icing salt used, these products could not stand the test of time. After researching the problem, CPI came up with a solution: CPI Plasticoat. This is a heat applied coating which can withstand extreme conditions, offering excellent protection from sunlight, salt and temperature. Not only did we solve our customer's problem, we have also helped many others: this coating has been used on equipment along highways and bridges in inter-coastal waterways and ocean front areas.