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Ritherdon Atlas Retention Socket

The Ritherdon Atlas Retention Socket is a stainless-steel secure foundation system that makes it easy to remove and replace a pole (traffic pole or lighting pole) without excavation and can be used in conjunction with CSP’s range of Traffic Poles. The Ritherdon Atlas Retention Socket system is designed to firmly secure a pole within the ground, while also allowing it to be replaced when required.

The ease and speed with which the Ritherdon Atlas Retention Socket allows poles to be replaced can drastically reduce maintenance costs, will have the least impact on traffic and reduce downtime in busy traffic signal intersections.

The Ritherdon Atlas Retention Socket also has an isometric clamping mechanism which exerts equal pressure right around the pole, creating a tight grip without damaging the surface coating or distorting the column installed within the socket. The superior grip of the Atlas clamp (tested to a torque of 2.24 kNm on a 168 mm diameter column) prevents pole rotation in high wind locations. It is also designed to remain in the ground undamaged, following a knockdown of the pole.

Designed and manufactured in the UK by Ritherdon and imported by CSP. Talk to one of the CSP team today about how this essential addition to the installation of your CSP Traffic Pole can make life easier and save you money in the long term.

To view and installation video click here.

FEATURES
  • Uniform gripping action with high-strength grip.
  • Poles are clamped securely without piercing or surface damage.
  • 100% stainless steel construction – highly rust resistant.
  • Aesthetic design with attractive top cover.
  • Circular design suitable for rapid, core excavation.
  • Very quick replacement of poles.
  • Flexible planting depth.
  • Rotating cable entry.
  • Sweeping bend duct for easy feeding of SWA cables.
  • Replaceable clamp and brushed stainless steel cover plates.
  • Dust cover for protection during transport and before installation.
  • Saves repair costs and minimises traffic disruption.
  • Easy to handle on-site due to lightweight construction.
  • Protects pole integrity, increasing service life.
  • Made in the UK with stock on hand in New Zealand.
  • Manufactured in stainless steel galvanising is not required.
SPECIFICATIONS

Flexible Planting Depth


The standard depth unit is 450mm. To increase the planting depth is as easy as using extension pieces which are available in three sizes: 150mm, 300mm and 450mm. This allows the post planting depth of the Socket to be increased to 600mm, 750mm, 900mm, 1050mm, and so on.


Socket Size mmStandard planting depths mmTorque Resistance kNmStock or Lead time
76450, 600, 750, 900, 10500.4910 weeks
89450, 600, 750, 900, 10500.7110 weeks
115450, 600, 750, 900, 10500.89In stock
140450, 600, 750, 900, 10502.0810 weeks
145450, 600, 750, 900, 1050No data*10 weeks
168450, 600, 750, 900, 10502.24In stock

*Assumed to be between the values for the 140mm and 168mm sockets.


  • Fabricated using Stainless Steel grade 1.4003.
STANDARDS AND APPROVALS
  • Designed and tested in accordance with EN40-2:2004
  • “Lighting columns Part 2: General requirements and dimensions
  • BS EN 124:2015 “Gully tops and manhole tops for vehicular and pedestrian areas