The Need

ARE Telecom was contracted by G3 Technologies to manufacture and install three AFS 350 ballasted foundation systems with a customized tilt-up/self-raising monopole to support communication antennas on a military naval base in Crane, IN. The antennas had to be easily rotated in order to precisely adjust their orientation. The foundation had to be above ground with a limited foot print and easily moveable.

Overview

ARE designed a pole providing G3 Technologies with a simple, yet effective solution to change the orientation of the antennas using rotating aluminum plates. The pole can be raised and lowered with a motorized screw jack. The top section can be rotated while resting horizontally on a pedestal. The foundations were pre-assembled in our warehouse to meet the time constraint of the customer.

Project Benchmarks

• Crew flexibility and equipment availability allowing for fast installation on short notice
• Antennas installed on ground level eliminating the need to climb
• Easy solution to rotate the antennas

Project Resources

• 2-man crew
• 3-day assembly
• Skid-steer
• Local gravel used for ballast

Challenges

• Small footprint
• Quick install