Pylon installation involves foundations and heavy lifting as well as fitting printed panels. We coordinate pylon installs with engineering input where required. A site survey may be needed before a formal quotation for pylon installation.
Pylon installation is the erection of tall, free-standing signs at shopping centres, fuel stations, business parks and roadside premises. It typically involves foundations, steel structures, lifting equipment and electrical supply for illuminated panels.
Because pylons are tall and exposed to wind, they need a site survey, engineering input where required and careful planning around underground services and traffic. Installation of a pylon is far more involved than fixing signs to a wall. Approvals from the local authority or property owner may be needed, and foundations must be done correctly before the structure goes up.
Where it works well
- Shopping centre and retail park pylons
- Fuel station price and brand pylons
- Office park and industrial park signs
- Roadside business pylons
- Totem directories at entrances
- Replacement of old pylon structures
Materials and finishes
- Steel structures and base plates
- Concrete foundations and holding-down bolts
- Aluminium or composite cladding
- Acrylic or flex-face panels
- Cranes or lifting equipment as needed
Lighting options
- Internally lit LED panels
- Connection by a qualified electrician
- Photocells or timers where required
What affects the price
- Height and size of the pylon
- Foundation design and ground conditions
- Structure and cladding materials
- Illumination and electrical supply
- Crane or lifting requirements
- Approvals and drawings
- Removal of an existing structure
Supplying measurements
Send the site address, the proposed position and photos from the road. Note the size of pylon you have in mind and any existing structure or services.
Artwork requirements
Panel artwork is supplied as vector files for each tenant or brand. Structural and layout drawings can be prepared for approvals.
Survey and installation
A site survey is needed before a formal quotation. Pylon work involves foundations, engineering input where required, possible approvals and traffic or pedestrian management.
Maintenance
Have pylons inspected periodically, including the structure, fixings, panels and lighting. Clean panels to keep them visible from the road.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need approval for a pylon?
Often yes, from the property owner and sometimes the local authority. We can help prepare drawings for this.
Can you replace only the panels?
Yes. Panels can be replaced on a sound existing structure, after an inspection.
Is a site survey required?
Yes. Pylons may need a site survey before a formal quotation, along with engineering input where required.