Very few manufacturers exist today that still produce cast lighting poles using ductile iron. The process is labor-intensive and costly by modern standards, but the result is something increasingly rare in today’s built environment: authenticity. Because each pole is cast, finished, and assembled individually, no two are exactly alike. Subtle variations in surface texture, detail, and character are not defects, they are evidence of a real manufacturing process, not mass extrusion. Even within the same product family, each pole carries its own fingerprint. In a world of uniformity, that uniqueness is a feature. So how do you justify the additional upfront investment and longer lead time of a one-piece cast ductile iron pole? Because material matters....
In an age where sustainability and community well-being are paramount, dark sky luminaires present an innovative solution to the challenges of outdoor lighting. By addressing concerns such as light pollution, energy efficiency, and public health, these luminaires transcend being mere lighting options—they represent a commitment to a brighter, more sustainable future. Dark sky luminaires play a crucial role in reducing light pollution. Unlike traditional lighting luminaires, which often scatter light indiscriminately and contribute to "skyglow," dark sky luminaires are engineered to direct light precisely where it is needed. By focusing illumination on streets, sidewalks, and other functional areas, they minimize upward light scatter, preserving the natural night sky. ...
There are so many choices in decorative street posts. From the simple to the ornate, to custom or a stock design, it can be absolutely overwhelming at times. Not to mention what pole goes best with which luminaire. Among all these choices that make up the aesthetics of the streetscape the one option that many times gets overlooked is the importance of the pole material. Among those material choices, it’s safe to say that Ductile Iron is among the most advantageous for the majority of applications. Ductile Iron was invented in the 1940’s by Keith Millis. While traditional cast iron uses graphite flakes and results in a more brittle finished casting, ductile iron is composed of spherical graphite and is made by treating molten iron with magnesium ...
The growing concern to protect our night sky has played a huge role in the lighting industry within the past decade. As cities, campuses, and various streetscapes across the country have prioritized this dark sky movement, it has led to the innovation of products that suit their demands. Spring City has dedicated a special line of products specifically for customers seeking a decorative streetlight while still adhering to the dark sky compliant features. When discussing the meaning behind a dark sky compliant fixture, it’s crucial to understand the benefits it yields not only to the nighttime sky but also to the well-being of life that it encompasses ...
The recent American Medical Association street light findings have understandably created questions in the industry. We consistently strive to be an educational resource for our customers regarding the benefits of selecting lower Correlated Color Temperatures (CCT) luminaires for decorative street lighting. Spring City prides itself as a customer-centric manufacturer, meaning from new product design through installation, we provide our customers with lighting solutions that fit their needs, expectations, and desires. Our philosophy is to not only manufacture a superior aesthetic product, but to infuse engineered flexibility into the core of our products ...