Self supporting towers are ideal for almost all telecom network applications. They do not require any kind of external support for stability like guyed towers and can easily bear the load of different telecommunication accessories fitted on them.
Self support towers are of different types and either have solid round or tubular legs. These Self supporting towers are available in different heights as well, ranging from 20m to 120m, and can be shipped easily in a standard 20’ ISO container. The height of the self supporting tower depends on the client’s specifications. The self supporting towers are sturdy enough to withstand severe climatic conditions. These towers are designed in such a way that it is possible to make last minute modifications that make it suitable for the site where they will be installed.
Types of Self supporting towers:
Self support towers are of different types. The main difference is the variation in design and structure. Let’s take a closer look at different types of self supporting towers-
· Self supporting 4 legged angular tower:
As the name suggests, this self supporting tower has 4 legs for support. The supporting tower has square angular elements in the design which is based on a square pattern. The design is specifically optimized to handle medium to heavy loads. The 4 legged angular tower is ideal for installing different types of accessories used in telecommunications, such as antenna mounts, platforms, obstruction lights, safety devices, lightning protection kits, and many other accessories. These towers can be installed at any height depending on the client’s requirements.
· Self Supporting 3 legged tubular tower:
The 3 legged tubular towers have tubular leg elements accompanied with tubular bracing members. These types of self supporting towers are designed to handle heavy loads and are ideal for central communication hubs and MW backbone sites in hurricane zones. The height of a 3 legged tubular tower can be anywhere between 20m to 80m as per a client’s requirements. 3 legged tubular self support towers can use different accessories that include safety devices, platforms, antenna mounts, lightning protection kits, obstruction lights, etc. These accessories can be fitted at any height of the 3 legged tubular towers.
· Self supporting 3 legged radar tower:
These types of towers have angular, as well as tubular elements in their design. These towers are specifically designed to handle medium to heavy loads. The towers have a staircase to easily access the antenna mounts and different accessories installed on the tower. 3 legged radar towers usually measure 50m in height. Different types of accessories such as antenna mounts, platforms, obstruction lights, and several other accessories can be installed on this self supporting tower.
Use of self supporting towers:
Self supporting towers are ideal for almost all types of telecommunication equipment and accessories. They are generally used in:
- Hub sites
- Microwave network junctions
- Marine radars
- GSM/CDMA equipment
- Video surveillance equipment
- Air traffic control radars
- Forest fire monitoring
- Wind turbines
Self supporting towers are mainly used in places where there is enough land to install such towers. Since self supporting towers are expensive, many small telecom companies rent them from service providers to cut down on maintenance and investment costs.
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