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Admiral Flag Poles, Inc. 5795 Westbourne Ave. Columbus, OH 43213 Phone: (800) 783-7653 Fax: (800) 830-6233 |
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Flag Poles 101 Flag Pole Basics Flag poles have any many applications, showing patriotism, advertising and attracting attention, are among the most common uses. Flag poles are provided in many different heights, butt diameters, wall thicknesses, halyard types and finishes. We have provided our version of Flag Poles 101 to help serve as a guideline for determining which flag pole(s) will provide the best overall performance in any given situation. Fabrication Materials To assure maximum strength and durability only all new - mill tested - materials are used in the construction of our flag poles. The following alloys are used in fabrication: Aluminum Tubing - 6063-T6* Welds - Alloy 4043 Castings - Alloy 356 *Many specifications for flag poles erroneously call for alloy 6063-T6 to have a minimum tensile strength of 35,000 psi and a minimum yield strength of 30,000 psi. Apparently, this error comes form the specification service of the American Institute of Architects. Until corrected, we must take exception to any specification with this requirement. Height There are no set rules for determining just how tall a flag pole should be, the overall height is a matter of personal preference or is determined by how much attention one wishes to attract. Other factors include local zoning laws, wind speed ratings, proximity to buildings or other obstacles such as trees, bushes, signs and overhangs. One of the most commonly overlooked factor in determining the flag pole height is the size of the flag itself. When choosing a height, it is recommended that there are no obstacles within a minimum radius of the largest flag size the flag pole is capable of flying size plus 2 feet. One should also consider the few times a year a flag will be at half staff. Butt Diameters and Wall Thickness The butt diameter and wall thickness is what gives a flag pole it's strength. When considering a flag pole, one of the most important things to consider is the maximum wind speed for the region based on The National Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturers (NAAMM) Basic Wind Speed Guide. Please contact Admiral Flag Poles, Inc. if you need more information on a flag poles wind rating and recommended flag size. Halyard Types There are several options of halyard systems available for flag poles: The most common and simplest system is the external halyard system. This system uses a rope that runs up and down the outside of the flag pole on a pulley mounted in a fixed or revolving truck unit attached to the top of the flag pole and lower portions of the rope is secured to the flag pole using a cleat. External halyard systems provide smooth and reliable operation with minimum maintenance. Optional accessories such as cleat covers and halyard channels are available to help prevent flag theft and vandalism. One of the more common internal halyard systems is the cam cleat. The cam cleat systems is a manually operated internal halyard system that offers additional security by concealing the rope within the flag pole itself requiring a key to gain access to the door that conceals the rope to raise and lower the flag. Similar to the external halyard system, cam cleat systems provides reliable operation with minimal maintenance. In addition to the cam cleat internal halyard system, flag poles are available with an internal halyard winch system. This system uses 1/8" stainless steel cable instead of nylon rope, concealed within the flag pole and flags are raised and lowered by the use of a hand crank. Winch systems require more maintenance than required by the other external and internal halyard systems. Additionally, extra care must be taken when raising and lower the flag to ensure that the cable spools properly onto the winch. Finishes Flag poles are also available in many different types of finishes and colors. The most popular finish is the standard satin finish. Other popular finishes include anodizing and powder coating. Anodizing is available in clear, light bronze, medium bronze, dark bronze and black. Powder coated finishes are available in clear, light bronze, medium bronze, dark bronze, black, white, dark green and gray.
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