The Hydro 100 HE D and Hydro NE D lighting columns were recently installed on the N72 in Mallow, Co. Cork. These 10m high columns are made with non-energy (NE) and high-energy (HE) absorbing materials, allowing them to withstand impacts with limited speed reduction or considerable slowing of the vehicle.

The Hydro NE D columns are designed to reduce the risk of primary injuries, while the Hydro HE D columns are effective in reducing the risk of secondary collisions with trees, pedestrians, and other road users. The lighting columns are made from aluminium and are equipped with the SIS SOLO-E Disconnection System, which fully meets EN 12767:2007 standards and guarantees disconnection in the event of an impact. These lighting columns are a reliable and effective solution for passive safety on the N72 in Mallow, Co. Cork.