Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Custom Outdoor LED Lighting and Street Poles in El Paso, TX
Founded in 1972, Niland has established itself as a leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of outdoor decorative street lighting and site furnishings. Our expertise spans over five decades, during which we have developed a reputation for transforming historical designs into modern, energy-efficient lighting solutions that meet contemporary standards. With a focus on quality and customization, we offer a vast array of products, including LED street lights, antique street lamps, steel site furnishings, and custom plastic rotational molding. Our in-house capabilities include powder coat painting, metal sand casting, and contract manufacturing, enabling us to provide comprehensive solutions tailored to the unique needs of municipalities, commercial developers, and private clients worldwide. Our commitment to innovation is evident in our ability to adapt to industry changes, such as the integration of dark sky-compliant luminaires and advanced manufacturing technologies.With a global network of over 82 independent sales representatives, we ensure our products reach clients across the United States, France, Japan, and beyond. Our facility in El Paso, Texas, houses a 90,000-square-foot operation that combines traditional craftsmanship with modern efficiency, allowing us to deliver projects from concept to completion with precision and reliability. We maintain rigorous quality standards, with all light standards listed by Underwriters Laboratories and subjected to periodic inspections. Our team of experienced professionals, including industry leaders in rotational molding and powder coating, ensures that every project meets the highest benchmarks of excellence. By continuously expanding our product offerings and refining our processes, we remain dedicated to serving as a trusted partner in outdoor lighting solutions.
Services
Outdoor LED Street Lights
Antique Street Lamps
Steel Site Furnishings
Plastic Rotational Molding
Powder Coat Painting
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of expertise in outdoor decorative street lighting design and manufacturing.
- Our products include UL-listed light standards for guaranteed safety and performance.
- We provide fully customizable solutions with over 100,000 product combinations available.
- Our in-house capabilities include metal casting, plastic molding, and advanced powder coating.
- We maintain a global network of 82 independent sales representatives for localized support.
Associations and certifications
- Underwriters Laboratories
Services
Outdoor LED Street Lights
Our outdoor LED street lights combine historical aesthetics with modern energy efficiency. Designed to meet dark sky compliance standards, these fixtures provide optimal illumination while preserving neighborhood character. With customizable options for poles, arms, and bases, our LED solutions suit municipal and commercial projects requiring both functionality and visual appeal.
Antique Street Lamps
We specialize in recreating vintage street lamps with contemporary performance features. Using original designs and modern materials, our antique lamps maintain nostalgic charm while incorporating durable cast aluminum construction and advanced lighting technology. These fixtures are ideal for urban revitalization projects and heritage districts needing period-accurate illumination.
Steel Site Furnishings
Our steel site furnishings include benches, trash receptacles, and bike racks engineered for long-term durability. Fabricated from heavy-gauge steel, these products resist vandalism and weathering while complementing street lighting installations. Custom finishes and security features make them suitable for high-traffic public spaces and commercial developments.
Plastic Rotational Molding
This service produces hollow plastic components up to 95 inches in diameter for diverse applications. Our rotational molding capabilities create durable parts with complex geometries for lighting globes, industrial equipment, and specialized products. In-house pattern development supports prototyping and production runs with tight tolerances and consistent quality.
Powder Coat Painting
Our powder coating process provides durable, environmentally friendly finishes for metal components. Using state-of-the-art equipment, we apply electrostatic coatings that cure to form protective layers resistant to chipping, fading, and corrosion. This service supports high-volume production with consistent quality for architectural and industrial parts.
People
Thomas M. Niland
Founder
Thomas M. Niland established the company in 1972 after graduating from the University of Texas at El Paso and its School of Law. He pioneered the transformation of historical lighting designs into modern outdoor lighting solutions, leading the company's expansion into global markets and diversified manufacturing capabilities.
Jack Niland
Vice President of Sales
Jack Niland has managed the company's global sales network since 1995. He oversees 82 independent sales representative agencies responsible for 70% of outdoor lighting sales, ensuring clients receive localized support while maintaining the company's commitment to quality and customization in municipal and commercial lighting projects.
Matthew Niland
Vice President of Powder Coating
Matthew Niland leads the company's powder coating and finishing division since 1998. He specializes in providing high-quality surface finishes for regional clients, including Fortune 500 companies, while maintaining strict quality control standards and supporting the company's environmental sustainability initiatives through efficient coating processes.
Questions
What types of outdoor lighting products do you offer?
We provide LED street lights, antique street lamps, and steel site furnishings. Our products include customizable poles, arms, bases, and dark sky-compliant luminaires for municipal and commercial applications.
Can you replicate historical lighting designs?
Yes, we specialize in recreating historical lighting designs using modern materials and technology. Our team can reproduce fixtures from photographs or existing examples to match architectural heritage requirements.
Do you offer custom manufacturing services?
We offer custom plastic rotational molding, powder coating, and metal casting services. Our in-house capabilities support unique project requirements and specialized industrial components beyond standard lighting products.
What quality standards do your products meet?
All our light standards are listed with Underwriters Laboratories and undergo periodic inspections. We maintain rigorous quality control across manufacturing processes, including metal casting, plastic molding, and finishing operations.
Where do you operate?
Based in El Paso, Texas, we serve clients globally. Our products have been installed in the United States, France, Japan, and Mexico, with a network of sales representatives supporting regional markets.
How can I get technical specifications?
Visit our website to download CAD files and product specifications. Our engineering team provides detailed documentation and support for project planning and implementation.