What's a Stanchion Construction?

In construction, the term stanchion can have numerous meanings: It can be a vertical post fixed to the ground on a construction site and which is part of several that either demarcate a hazardous area or a route to be followed.

How does a stanchion work?

Retractable stanchions work by use of an internal spring mechanism which releases and retracts a belt. The belt is generally made from tough, hard-wearing nylon which retracts to store itself either inside the post or in a wall piece.

What does stanchion mounted mean?

The Stanchion Mount is an aluminum stand with surface base plate designed to have a single lighting fixture placed atop for architectural and landscape lighting applications.