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21 Mar '25
Innovation in Action: Hiko secures patent for U-Pillar
At Hiko Power, we're always looking ahead - pushing boundaries and redefining what's possible in power distribution. That's why we're proud to announce that our U-Pillar Underground Service Connection Box has officially been granted a patent. Patent number 813092. Evolving… Read more
18 Mar '25
Hiko Power & Insulect: A new era for HV solutions in Aotearoa
Geoffrey Sullivan, Hiko Power's, General Manager and John Healey, Managing Director of Insulect Australia are delighted to announce an exclusive agreement between them for the distribution of all Insulect manufactured switchgear products in Aotearoa / New Zealand. As a leading… Read more
11 Feb '25
Going Underground for Safety
Above-ground street furniture is vulnerable to damage, vandalism, and costly traffic management interventions. Hiko’s underground solutions eliminate these issues. Hiko U-Pillar Underground Distribution Box Hiko UDP Inground Distribution Box Hiko U-Pillar in-ground service connection boxes streamline branching and looping networks,… Read more
11 Feb '25
Hiko Cabinet – new product concept
Powering Reliability with the Hiko Cabinet Strength Meets Innovation As power networks evolve to meet the rapidly changing world, reliability and safety are paramount. That’s where the Hiko Cabinet stands out. This cabinet is: strong lightweight, and offers high-performance The… Read more
13 Nov '24
EEA2024 a Huge Success for Hiko Power & Brand Partners
Thank you to everyone who visited us at the EEA Conference in Ōtāutahi / Christchurch from 10-12 Sep. We were so pleased to have representatives from three of our Brand Partners including NKT, HellermannTyton and Lucy Electric. We had several… Read more
13 Nov '24
NEW Hiko UDP 400×400 In-ground Distribution Box
Hiko Power has designed a new 400x400 UDP In-ground Distribution Box in response to network demand for more compact switchgear. The Hiko UDP future proofs the LV network and eliminates the risks associated with above ground pillars. The design of… Read more
13 Nov '24
Top Hat Frames – a ‘tailored fit’ for DNOs
We’ve had a number of requests from network operators for a range of top hat frame solutions, from 50 kVA micropads to 1MVA minipads, to complement their workshop design and build solutions. Hiko’s design team – with its expertise in… Read more
13 Nov '24
Lucy Electric RAPIER GX Load Break Switchgear
The RAPIER GX load break switch from our brand partner, Lucy Electric, has been developed for use in automation and remote control systems on networks up to 38kV. The Rapier GX has been designed utilising the latest SF6 puffer switching… Read more
24 Sep '24
ElectroLink Issue 162: Jul-Aug 2024
Going underground safely with hiko For more information, call or email us on: 0800 473 999 or sales@hikopower.co.nz Read more
28 May '24
Hiko Power Announces ISO Certification
We are proud to announce that on 10th May 2024 Hiko Power Engineering’s Integrated Management System was certified by Telarc across ISO 9001:2015 Quality, ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health & Safety, ISO 14001:2015 Environmental. At Hiko Power we have always had… Read more
06 Sep '23
ElectroLink Issue 155: May-Jun 2023 – LV Frames
Faster safer Universal LV frame from Hiko For further information, call or email us on 0800 473 999 or sales@hikopower.co.nz Read more
06 Sep '23
ElectroLink Issue 155: May-Jun 2023 – U-Pillar
u-pillar - safer in the wet For further information, call or email us on: 0800 473 999 or sales@hikopower.co.nz Read more
18 Aug '23
Klauke, Greenlee and HD Electric products
Hiko Power Engineering has been involved in the supply of Klauke, Greenlee and HD Electric tools since 2008. After the sale of our wholesaling division to Marshire NZ Limited in 2019 our focus has shifted to manufactured products and cable… Read more
12 Jul '22
ElectroLink Issue 149: May-Jun 2022
power engineering and product support from hiko For further information, call or email us on: 0800 473 999 or sales@hikopower.co.nz Read more
28 Feb '22
ElectroLink Issue 147: Jan-Feb 2022
pre-wired u-pillar makes installation safe & easy For more information, call or email us on 0800 473 999 or sales@hikopower.co.nz Read more