What is pole foam?

Pole Setting Foam is a hydrophobic, two-part polyurethane foam, that expands to fill the peripheral void between a utility pole and the hole. Pole Setting Foam displays excellent adhesion to most pole materials, including wood poles treated with pentachlorophenol, CCA, ACA, etc. and without the use of primers.

What is pole foam made of?

High density polyethylene (HDPE) The EcoPole’s cover is a pipe made from polyethylene, a fully recyclable and extremely durable plastic material. This is the key factor for more than the 50-year lifecycle of EcoPole.

Is foam better than concrete for fence posts?

Which One is Better? Ultimately, expanding foam is better for setting fence posts than concrete. That is because, with concrete, you can’t always get consistency all the way to the bottom layer even if you mix it well. With expanding foam, however, it more or less does the work for you.

How deep should a utility pole be buried?

Poles are typically set into the ground: 10% of the overall height + 2 feet, except in questionable soil conditions. Example: Overall pole height: 30 feet, the pole should be buried: 3 feet + 2 feet = 5 feet below grade, and 25 feet above grade.

What is on a utility pole?

Primary wires are on top of the pole and usually carry 12,000 volts of electricity from a substation. Telephone and cable wires are typically the lowest wires. Transformers convert higher voltage electricity carried by primary wires and lowers the voltage for use by customers. Guy wires help stabilize utility poles.

Should you insulate a pole barn?

When it comes to building your pole barn, don’t underestimate the importance of insulation. Smart insulation practices will help you control heat loss and gain, especially from the flow of air in and out of your building – and that creates crucial advantages.

How much does it cost to spray foam a pole barn?

The projected cost to insulate a pole barn varies between $8,000 and $20,000 depending on the size of the structure and the area that needs to be insulated.

Can a utility pole be set in foam?

Because polyurethane backfill creates such a solid foundation, poles set in foam can be difficult to remove. For this reason, utility poles that are likely to need replacing often (such as those at busy intersections where they are prone to damage from motor vehicle accidents) may not be ideal candidates for foam.

What’s the best way to set a pole?

If pumping is not an option, a technique called “bagging a pole” can be used. This process uses a large plastic bag around the base of the pole that keeps the foam from contacting the water. The foam is poured into the bag, allowing the expanding foam to push the water out of the hole as it effectively sets the pole.

How long does it take for foam to set a pole?

After mixing, it foams immediately and reaches 50% of full strength in approximately 3 minutes and 80% within 60 minutes. Once poured, Pole Setting Foam expands approximately 15 times its original volume and sets the pole in 3 minutes, creating a proven solid foundation material.

How are utility poles set in the ground?

Since the very first utility pole was put in the ground, most have been set the same way: auger the hole, insert the pole, then gradually fill the hole up with Most pole setting foam comes in convenient, easy-to-carry kits, with some manufacturers including a drill mixing blade and other accessories.