3 to 6 Metres Aluminium Mid-Hinged Eco Lighting Column – Raise-and-Lower - Easy Install
3m–6m Aluminium Mid-Hinged Raise-and-Lower Eco Lighting Columns
These specialist aluminium mid-hinged lighting columns are available in 3m, 4m, 5m and 6m heights, with a choice of root-mounted or flange-plate installation.
The patented mid-hinged design allows the upper section of the column and the installed equipment to be raised and lowered from ground level without the need for a winch. This simplifies installation, inspection and future maintenance while reducing the need for specialist access equipment.
Manufactured from lightweight aluminium, the columns are suitable for LED street lanterns, floodlights, CCTV cameras, WIFI & communication equipment and other compatible exterior equipment.
✔️ Available in 3m, 4m, 5m and 6m heights
✔️ Patented mid-hinged raise-and-lower design
✔️ Allows easier ground-level access to installed equipment
✔️ Single or two person installation
✔️ Root-mounted or flange-plate installation options
✔️ Lightweight aluminium construction
✔️ Suitable for lighting, CCTV and selected communication equipment
✔️ Up to 20kg luminaire weight and 1m bracket projection
✔️ 76mm upper column section for compatible brackets and luminaires
✔️ Access door for electrical equipment and cable connections
✔️ UKCA certified to BS EN 40-6:2002
✔️ Technical drawings, installation instructions and certification available
Simplified Installation and Ground-Level Maintenance
The lightweight hinged design provides a practical alternative to conventional fixed lighting columns.
Once the lower section has been installed, the upper column section can be attached and raised into position using the integrated hinge mechanism. The same mechanism allows the column to be lowered when access is required for luminaire installation, inspection or maintenance.
This can reduce reliance on mobile access equipment and makes future replacement or upgrading of the installed equipment considerably easier.
See the Mid-Hinged Lighting Column in Operation
The demonstration below shows how the upper column section can be raised and lowered using the integrated hinge mechanism.
The column should only be operated in accordance with the installation instructions and with suitable control of the column and mounted equipment throughout the raising or lowering process.
Aluminium Mid-Hinged Lighting Column Specifications
The aluminium mid-hinged lighting columns are available in 3m, 4m, 5m and 6m heights, with a choice of root-mounted or flange-plate installation.
| Specification | 3m | 4m | 5m | 6m |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Column Above-Ground Height | 3m | 4m | 5m | 6m |
| Available Mounting Options | Root Mount or Flange Plate | Root Mount or Flange Plate | Root Mount or Flange Plate | Root Mount or Flange Plate |
| Root-Mounted Column Overall Length | 3.8m | 4.8m | 5.8m | 7.0m |
| Root Length | 800mm | 800mm | 800mm | 1,000mm |
| Flange-Plate Column Overall Height | 3m | 4m | 5m | 6m |
| Upper Column Shaft Length | 2,000mm | 3,000mm | 4,000mm | 5,000mm |
| Upper Shaft Diameter | 76mm | 76mm | 76mm | 76mm |
| Hinge Height Above Ground | Approximately 1,000mm | Approximately 1,000mm | Approximately 1,000mm | Approximately 1,000mm |
| Flange-Plate Size | 300 × 300 × 10mm | 300 × 300 × 10mm | 300 × 300 × 10mm | 300 × 300 × 10mm |
| Flange-Plate Bolt Centres | 200 × 200mm | 200 × 200mm | 200 × 200mm | 200 × 200mm |
| Flange-Plate Fixing Slots | 4 × 20 × 40mm slots | 4 × 20 × 40mm slots | 4 × 20 × 40mm slots | 4 × 20 × 40mm slots |
| Flange-Plate Cable Entry | Ø75.5mm central aperture | Ø75.5mm central aperture | Ø75.5mm central aperture | Ø75.5mm central aperture |
| Maximum Luminaire Weight* | Up to 20kg | Up to 20kg | Up to 20kg | Up to 20kg |
| Maximum Bracket Projection* | Up to 1m | Up to 1m | Up to 1m | Up to 1m |
| Material | Aluminium Grade 6005 T6 | Aluminium Grade 6005 T6 | Aluminium Grade 6005 T6 | Aluminium Grade 6005 T6 |
| Product Standard | BS EN 40-6:2002 | BS EN 40-6:2002 | BS EN 40-6:2002 | BS EN 40-6:2002 |
| Passive Safety Classification | Class 0 | Class 0 | Class 0 | Class 0 |
*The certified maximum luminaire weight and bracket projection do not automatically confirm suitability for every installation. The proposed equipment weight, projected windage, foundation, geographical location and site exposure must be assessed together.
Root-Mounted or Flange-Plate Installation
Root-mounted columns are installed directly into a prepared excavation. The overall column length includes the selected above-ground height and the buried root section.
The 3m, 4m and 5m root-mounted versions include an 800mm root section. The 6m version includes a 1,000mm root section.
Flange-plate columns are secured to a suitable prepared concrete foundation using the correct anchor-bolt arrangement. This provides a bolt-down alternative where direct burial is not suitable.
The final foundation and fixing arrangement should account for the selected column height, mounted equipment, wind loading, geographical location and local ground conditions.
Materials, Loading and Standards
The column is manufactured from aluminium grade 6005 T6, providing a lightweight and corrosion-resistant structure suitable for long-term exterior use.
The hinged lighting-column range is UKCA certified to BS EN 40-6:2002 for aluminium lighting columns.
The certification covers:
• Column heights up to 6m
• Luminaire weights up to 20kg
• Bracket projections up to 1m
• Aluminium grade 6005 T6
• Passive Safety Class 0 to BS EN 12767:2019
The proposed luminaire, bracket, camera or other equipment must remain within the permitted loading and windage limits.
The structural appraisal covers stated equipment loads, mounting projections and wind-loading assumptions. Installation suitability should therefore be confirmed against the project location and proposed equipment.
Reduced Maintenance and Lifecycle Costs
The raise-and-lower mechanism allows installed equipment to be accessed closer to ground level, making inspection, maintenance and future upgrades easier.
This can be particularly beneficial where access equipment would be difficult to arrange or where luminaires, cameras and communication equipment may need to be upgraded during the service life of the column.
Aluminium Construction
Aluminium provides excellent resistance to corrosion and is well suited to long-term exterior use.
It is also highly recyclable and can be reused without losing its fundamental material properties, helping to reduce the environmental impact associated with future replacement and disposal.
Technical Documents, Drawings & Installation Guides
- 3 Metre Rooted Drawing
- 4 Metre Rooted Drawing
- 5 Metre Rooted Drawing
- 6 Metre Rooted Drawing
- Flange Plate Drawing
- Installation Manual
- BSI Certificate
- Structural Appraisal and Windage Suitability
Free Professional Lighting Design Service
Wydels offers a free professional lighting-design service for commercial exterior lighting projects.
Send us your site drawing, dimensions or site postcode and our team can prepare a lighting layout, performance calculations and detailed supply quotation.
Our design service can help determine suitable column heights, luminaires, optics, quantities and mounting positions for car parks, pathways, commercial premises, access roads and other external areas.
Call Wydels on 01536 264064 or email enquiries@wydels.co.uk.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the mid-hinged lighting column work?
The integrated hinge allows the upper shaft section of the column and the installed equipment to be raised or lowered. This provides easier access for installation, inspection, maintenance and future equipment upgrades.
What heights are available?
The aluminium mid-hinged lighting columns are available in 3m, 4m, 5m and 6m above-ground heights.
Are root-mounted and flange-plate options available?
Yes. Each height is available with either a root-mounted installation or a flange plate for securing the column to a suitable prepared foundation.
What equipment can be fitted to the column?
The columns can be used with compatible LED street lanterns, floodlights, CCTV cameras and selected WIFI and communication equipment. The combined equipment weight, bracket projection and projected windage must remain within the permitted limits for the selected column.
What is the maximum permitted equipment weight?
The product certification covers a luminaire weight of up to 20kg and a bracket projection of up to 1 metre. This does not automatically confirm suitability for every installation, as equipment windage, column height, site exposure and geographical location must also be considered.
Does the hinged design eliminate the need for access equipment?
The hinged mechanism allows the installed equipment to be lowered for easier access and can reduce reliance on specialist access equipment. Appropriate installation procedures, handling equipment and safe working practices may still be required depending on the column height, mounted equipment and site conditions.
What material are the columns manufactured from?
The columns are manufactured from aluminium grade 6005 T6. Aluminium provides a lightweight, corrosion-resistant and recyclable solution for long-term exterior use.
Are technical drawings and installation instructions available?
Yes. Height-specific drawings, a flange-plate drawing, installation instructions, certification and structural appraisal documentation are available from the downloads section of this page.
Can you advise on the column foundation?
Wydels can provide the relevant product dimensions and general installation information. The final foundation and fixing arrangement should account for the column height, mounting method, installed equipment, wind exposure, geographical location and local ground conditions.
What is the typical lead time?
Please contact Wydels for current delivery information before placing a time-sensitive order.
Do you provide lighting designs?
Yes. Wydels provides a free professional lighting-design service, including lighting calculations, column and luminaire recommendations, proposed mounting positions and a detailed supply quotation.
