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Electrostatic Powder Coating: How it Works and Why it Matters for Light Poles and Bases

Electrostatic powder coating is a process that uses an electric charge to apply a dry powder coating to a metal surface. The powder is comprised of polymer resins, curatives, pigments, and leveling materials that are melted together and then ground to a fine texture. The metal component being coated is grounded, and then the negatively charged powder is applied. The negatively charged powder particles are attracted to the grounded metal part, causing the powder to stick to the metal…..

Streetscape design and the resurgence of the American City Center

In 2023, 83.3% of people in the U.S. live in urban areas. In 1950, this rate was 64%. Americans are rediscovering the benefit of living, shopping, and recreating in “downtown” locations in large urban areas and smaller rural cities. The American city center is making a comeback…..

Road Signs: An Art and a Science

Roadside communication is a ubiquitous component of pedestrian and vehicle travel worldwide. The Romans deployed the first recorded roadside communications on the Appian Way in 312 B.C., using markers to indicate the distance to Rome. Fast-forward to today, travelers are inundated with messages ranging from government traffic and safety signs to advertisements on massive print or digital billboards…..

Dog Waste Stations for Parks, Playgrounds and Neighborhoods

In 1978, New York City was enacted the first law in the United States concerning pet waste collection. Shortly after, many cities followed New York’s lead, including Seattle, where dog waste must be removed from private property. These laws, now often called pooper-scooper laws, require pet owners to remove or clean up all fecal waste dropped by their dogs on public property and sometimes private property…..