April 9, 2024
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The Ultimate Utility Pole Protection Solution

In an era defined by reliability and sustainability, Polesaver offers a market leading protection product which is compatible with all preservatives and upholds high service standards for decades.

In the world of utility infrastructure, reliability is everything. Every component plays a crucial role in ensuring uninterrupted service to communities and businesses. When it comes to wooden utility poles, protecting them against decay and deterioration is paramount. While traditional preservatives offer a desired service life, they don’t guarantee long-term protection. That’s where Polesaver steps in with their innovative, patented ground line barrier sleeve which is effective, reliable and guaranteed to maintain a barrier to the causes of decay.

Copper in Oil preservatives are superior to water-based copper alternatives and contain potent antimicrobial properties that protect against decay. The service life of treated poles however varies on the conditions they are exposed to, with excessive heat and moisture impacting the effectiveness of the preservative over time. Periodic preservative reapplication may be necessary to maintain optimal protection over time, and regulatory compliance is necessary to ensure safe handling and application. Against ever changing legislation however, these are the best preservatives on the market and offer a substantial desired service life for utility infrastructure.

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Polesaver Sleeves are a non-toxic ground line barrier product which provide a comprehensive solution to protect utility poles at the critical ground line section, adding 20 years to pole life. This extended lifespan not only reduces maintenance frequency but also translates into significant cost savings over time. Acting as a protective shield, Polesaver Sleeves safeguard utility poles from decay, moisture, and insect damage at their most vulnerable point. Moreover, they contribute to environmental sustainability by minimising ground contamination, making treated wooden poles suitable for use even in environmentally sensitive areas.

For utilities committed to unparalleled protection and guaranteed performance, integrating Polesaver Sleeves with preservative-treated utility poles represents the pinnacle of proactive infrastructure management. By combining these cutting-edge technologies, utilities can substantially reduce long-term maintenance costs while simultaneously advancing their environmental objectives.

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In an era defined by reliability and sustainability, Polesaver offers a market-leading pole protection product which empowers utilities to secure their infrastructure and uphold high service standards for decades to come.

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*Polesaver uses long term independent test data on the effectiveness of barrier sleeves and fire protection fabric to reach all the conclusions given on this website (test data available on request). Based on this data, Polesaver believes longer life, maintenance of strength over time, improved safety and reliability, extended inspection periods and reduced maintenance requirements are reasonable claims. This is subject to Polesaver products being correctly applied as per our instructions and used on correctly preservative treated (for long term in-ground use - Use Class 4 or higher) wooden utility poles that are free of decay at the time of sleeve application. The claims made, real or implied are not warranties. It is the responsibility of the user to evaluate and satisfy themselves that the performance of the product meets their specific safety, reliability, extended inspection, repair and any other performance or cost-benefit criteria before using Polesaver sleeves or fire protection fabric.
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