Sweden’s first designed power line pole us Pharos controls
(Sweden) – After 14 years of service, Sweden’s first designed power line pole has been revived with new fixtures from Lumenpulse and lighting controls from Pharos Architectural Controls.
Located in Brattland, just outside Åre, the power line pole stands 32-metres high and is a pioneering combination of art and engineering. With the Åreskutan mountains in the background, it has become something of a landmark for those travelling from Östersund.
Stockholm Lighting Company delivered the hardware, lights and controls at the first installation and for this upgrade. The pole’s lighting is managed by a single universe Pharos Designer LPC controller. As a rugged, compact unit, the Designer LPC offers complete reliability operating 24/7.
This system allows to change expression according to the season, showcasing different colours and lighting schemes to reflect the natural environment around it or, create scenes also celebrate national days in Sweden.
Lina Strömmer, Managing Director at Stockholm Lighting Company, says: “Many people who pass Brattland see the pole as a welcome signal lighting the way for them. The Designer LPC from Pharos has allowed us to create a fun and flexible system with customisable optics to future-proof the pole and continue to create a design that meets the client’s needs.”
Ryan Sainsbury, Regional Sales Manager for UK. Ireland, N. Europe and Benelux at Pharos Architectural Controls, adds: “The dynamic lighting transforms the pole into a visual landmark for the community. By utilising our Designer LPC, this unique structure can provide not just efficient functional