Artwork on Vector equipment
Vector is happy to review applications for artwork to be painted on our equipment in the community. This can be made by individual artists or communities might come together and engage an artist to develop a design that can be displayed on a transformer or even a substation wall.
As part of the application process, Vector will need to approve the proposed artwork and inspect the equipment before and during the painting process. Any artwork will need to be completed in accordance with our health and safety protocols. The artist is also responsible for ensuring that the artwork is completed in accordance with any applicable regulations (see below for some useful links).
Vector does not take responsibility for restoring damaged or ageing artwork. If artwork painted on our equipment is damaged or needs to be replaced, the artwork will be lost. If the artwork is graffitied, we cannot guarantee that the graffiti removal will not damage the artwork. If damaged or graffitied artwork cannot be repaired, it will be painted over by Vector.
Responsibilities
What you do
- Submit an artwork request form to Vector
- Provide the proposed design for the artwork (consider any Vector signage that will need to remain on the equipment)
- Artist must be older than 15 years and wear full PPE gear (personal protection equipment)
- Don't paint over locks or equipment numbers, or remove any posters or signage as it can damage the equipment
- Don't start painting if equipment appears damaged or doors are opened. Call Vector on 0508 832 867 to let us know please.
- Apply graffiti guard or protection on top of the art (you can contact a local graffiti removal agency for advice regarding graffiti prevention and protection)
What we do
- Check the equipment is safe for you to access and is not scheduled for replacement or maintenance work
- Check whether artwork is suitable (e.g. not offensive, no advertising)
- Remove our signage and any posters, so the surface is clean to work on
- Reapply our safety and equipment signage after work is complete
- Provide to the artist a health and safety briefing (including any personal protection gear (PPE))
- Conduct artwork inspections during the application and at the end
Process
Download the request form, fill in the information and submit it to artwork@vector.co.nz | |
We'll review your request form, inspect the Vector equipment and approve the artwork before we approve your request in writing. | |
We'll provide the artist with a health and safety briefing and provide them with any PPE that is required. We may come and do artwork inspections to check progress and that any health and safety requirements are being complied with | |
We inspect the final artwork and collect the PPE from the artist. |
Want to apply?
Send a request form to artwork@vector.co.nz