1. Project Overview
In 2023, Valencia’s Municipal Urban Planning Department launched a €15 million initiative to modernize lighting across 12 historic districts while meeting EU sustainability targets. After evaluating 7 international suppliers, they selected Hengsheng as their exclusive cast aluminum lamp posts provider.
Key Project Data:
📍 Location: Valencia, Spain (coastal Mediterranean climate)
📅 Timeline: March 2023 – September 2024
📊 Scope: 537 custom lamp posts
2. Custom Engineering Solutions
2.1 Material Innovation
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Developed AlSi7Mg0.3-T6 alloy specifically for Valencia’s:
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High humidity (avg. 72% RH)
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Salt-laden sea breezes
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Urban pollution resistance
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Passed EN 1706 and ISO 9227 corrosion tests (2,000+ salt spray hours)
2.2 Structural Design
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Height | 8m (main roads), 5m (alleys) |
| Wind Resistance | 140km/h (Beaufort Scale 12) |
| Load Capacity | Supports 18kg LED luminaires + sensors |
| Base Type | Flange-mounted (Ø420mm) |
2.3 Aesthetic Customization
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Color: RAL 8017 (Chocolate Brown) to match historic buildings
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Texture: Sand-cast finish replicating 19th-century ironwork
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Custom Branding: Valencia’s city emblem cast into each post base
3. Manufacturing & Logistics
3.1 Production Process
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Pattern Making: 3D-printed prototypes approved by Valencia’s heritage committee
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Casting: Low-pressure die casting at our Ningbo facility
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Machining: CNC precision for mounting interfaces
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Surface Treatment:
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Shot blasting (SA 2.5 standard)
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Triple-layer electrostatic coating
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Quality Control: 100% X-ray inspection for porosity
3.2 Shipping & Installation
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Packaging: Each post foam-wrapped + crated in anti-corrosion paper
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Transport: 12×40HQ containers via Rotterdam transshipment
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On-Site Support: Sent 3 engineers for installation supervision
4. Measurable Outcomes
4.1 Performance Metrics
✅ Energy Savings: 42% reduction vs. old HPS system
✅ Maintenance Costs: €23,500/year saved (per city audit)
✅ Durability: Zero corrosion/fading after 18 months
4.2 Community Impact
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27% increase in nighttime pedestrian traffic
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15% reduction in lighting-related complaints
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Featured in El País as “model sustainable infrastructure”
5. Client Testimonials
Official Statement:
“Hengsheng’s technical team solved our biggest challenge – creating historically appropriate lighting that meets modern efficiency standards. Their cast aluminum solution outperformed local suppliers in both quality and cost.”
— Dra. Elena Navarro, Valencia Urban Innovation Office
Contractor Feedback:
*”The pre-drilled cable channels saved us 3 weeks of installation time. Even the heritage inspectors approved the finish quality immediately.”*
— Miguel Ángel, Grupo Electra (Installation Contractor)
6. Why This Matters for Your Project?
This case demonstrates our capability to deliver:
🔹 Climate-Adaptive Designs (coastal/marine versions available)
🔹 Large-Scale Production (500+ units with consistent quality)
🔹 Regulatory Compliance (CE, EN 40, RoHS certified)
🔹 Cost Efficiency (15% lower TCO than European alternatives)
7. Project Gallery
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📸 Image 1: Nighttime comparison – old vs. new lighting
📸 Image 2: Close-up of custom emblem casting
📸 Image 3: Installation team at Plaça de l’Ajuntament
8. Technical Support & Warranty
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10-year material warranty
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Free lighting simulation reports
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Spare parts guaranteed for 20 years
Keywords:
Cast Aluminum Lamp Posts Spain, Valencia Street Lighting Project, Marine-Grade Lamp Posts, Custom Lighting Solutions, Hengsheng European Projects, Sustainable Urban Lighting
Contact Our Spanish Market Team:
📞 +8613833705565
📧 admin@hengshengcasting.com
If you want to learn more about the respective advantages of aluminum lamp posts and cast iron lamp posts, please feel free to check out “Cast Iron vs. Aluminum Light Poles: How to Choose the Right Material”.
