Germany-based BASF recently stated that it plans to work with small independent power producers and telecommunications suppliers in the Philippines to meet these companies' demand for utility poles.
The company said it is promoting Boldur utility poles in the Philippines, as the country is one of the areas most affected by typhoons and other natural disasters.
Ronald Mercado, managing director of BASF Philippines, said the Philippines should take a proactive approach to the disaster. He said in a press statement: "The Philippines has an average of 19 typhoons per year. Under extreme weather conditions, Boldur's extreme strength can improve the resilience of power distribution infrastructure. This helps local communities prepare for the global Prepare for climate change. "
Greg Hosford, senior manager of BASF's high-performance materials construction business unit, said: "In a natural disaster such as a typhoon, power outages will put more pressure on affected communities. Traditional concrete, steel and wooden utility poles often suffer from typhoon attacks. collapse."
Globally, the Philippines is one of the countries most vulnerable to tropical storms, with typhoons being most active from June to September. Boldur utility poles ensure continuous power supply, reducing the impact of tropical cyclones on affected communities.
Mercado said plans to launch new and innovative products have boosted Boldur. "There is a demand in the market for this type of utility poles that are not as bulky as traditional concrete poles and that they are not easily cracked or corroded under severe weather conditions."
BASF's R & D team has begun research and development, using our extensive experience in glass fiber and polyurethane composites. Combined with our unique fiber winding technology, BASF is able to develop low-cost, lightweight, and sturdy composite materials that give Boldur poles ruggedness and durability.
The company said that Boldur poles are sturdy and lightweight, weighing less than a quarter of the weight of traditional concrete poles and weighing only 250 kilograms. The company also pointed out that the installation of telephone poles requires very little manpower and lifting equipment, and can travel through remote mountain and swamp areas to install on difficult terrain. The company explained: "Initially, we worked primarily with small independent power producers and telecommunications suppliers in the Philippines to identify key needs."
Compared to traditional concrete poles, Mercado Boldur poles are twice as wind resistant, allowing them to remain stable in strong winds and heavy snow, as well as other natural disasters. Boldur poles weigh about a quarter of the weight of conventional poles, making installation easier and faster, even in remote areas.