Aluminium flagpole Windtracker
6-12m metre value Aluminium Flagpole, manufactured from 2 or 3 sections of anodized aluminium. Comes complete with finial, cleat, halyard rope and ground sleeve (or fixing hinge). All you need now is a flag.
Permanent aluminium flagpoles are suited to any location where it remains in a fixed position such as in front of business buildings. Aluminium flagpoles may be used for flying either a national flag or business brand flag.
Internal Halyard is a feature for our Windtracker version aluminium flagpoles. The halyard is accessible through a locking door. This not only keeps your flag secure from theft and vandalism, it also eliminates the noise of the halyard hitting against the pole in the wind.
We sell a comprehensive line of aluminium step-tapered flagpoles. Our alumnium flagpoles are manufactured using seamless tubing, the best choice for aluminium flagpoles making them light weight and maintenance free. Our aluminium flagpoles are step-tapered, meaning the base of the pole is larger than the top. This creates stability and adds a pleasing aesthetic quality. The finish on these flagpoles is brushed satin, color grey.
All aluminium flagpoles version Windracker include
- strong and flexible step tapered aluminium tubes, with a brilliant grey colour *
- plastic top grey ( type "mushroom" ) - Position 1
- rotating socket 360o ( which prevents flag wrap around the flagpole ) - Position 7
- plastic ring for flag (x5) - Position 2
- counterweight (x1) - Position 3
- external halyard ( rope ) - Position 4
- swivel - Position 5
- anti-theft box with internal cleat or hoisting winch - Position 6
- horizontal rotational arm - Position 8
- tilting foot ( hinged base ) or ground sleeve
* Aluminium flagpoles have only one color (grey), but they can be produced in any other color according to RAL palette.
Aluminium flagpoles are lightweight, strong, and combine functionality with a classic brushed satin finish. On top of that, aluminum flagpoles are maintenance free, corrosion resistant, easy to install, and low cost.
Not sure how height your aluminium flagpole should be ? There are no hard-and-fast rules as to how height your flagpole should be. We find that most people like to fly their aluminum flagpoles about 2-3m taller than the building it is in front of. The most common size pole is the 6m and 8m (usually in front of a single or two story building).
NOTE: Be VERY cautious when working around power lines.
If a aluminium flagpole comes in contact with a power line, serious injury or death can occur to anyone standing nearby !
Technical specifications of aluminium flagpoles Windtracker
| Height [m] | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of sections [pcs]* | |||||||
| Section diameter [mm] | |||||||
| Wall thickness [mm] | |||||||
| Net weight without accessories [kg] | |||||||
| Recommended flag dimensions [m] |
* The aluminium flagpoles are manufactured from 2 or 3 sections of anodized aluminium, which are step-tapered towards the top.
FINIAL TYPES
Flat ball finial known as “mushroom” – all aluminium flagpoles are delivered standard with this finial type. This standard finial is made of plastic. Colour grey, but also this finial is available in white colour.
Silver drop finial – as an option. This well known type of finial also known as “onion” finial. Made of aluminium. You can change the standard flat ball finial with this Silver drop finial.
Gold drop finial – as an option. This well known type of finial also known as “onion” finial. Made of brass. You can change the standard flat ball finial with this Silver drop finial.
FLYING THE FLAG
Horizontal rotational arm
Counterweight
Ring
Swivel
Anti-vandalism box with lock
Internal cleat
Assembly of aluminium flagpoles
Our aluminium flagpoles are made from two or three separate aluminum tubes which are joined together. Some suggestions to put the aluminium flagpole sections together easier :
- Coat both joint surfaces with liquid soap, along with water to dilute the soap. This cuts friction and allows for easy clean up. Don’t use any kind of oil. It is difficult to clean the oil off the pole after connecting the joints.
- Warm temperatures cause the aluminum to expand making the joint tight. Put a bag of ice on the male section of the joint for a few minutes to cool the pole. This will cause the aluminum to contract so the joint will go together better.
To understand exactly the types of aluminium flagpoles sold by us, we present a table with the similarities and differences between them.
| Standard |  |  | External rope | |
| Standard Lock | | | Internal rope *** | |
| Banner | |  |  | |
| Windtracker | | | Internal rope *** | |
| * For the flagpole types "Banner" and "Windtracker" the flag is visible and without wind ( thanks to the horizontal rotating arm ). ** The “Banner” type is not equipped with a halyard rope. To change the flag must tilt the flagpole. *** No annoying clatter - of the rope against the flagpole thanks to the internal halyard. Anti-theft box - access to the hoisting system is protected by a set-up box locked with a key. | ||||
Installing aluminium flagpoles in the ground
Before buying a aluminium flagpole, you should make a decision whether you want to install a flagpole in the garden or in front of your business. When you choose and order the right flagpole, you should consider how to install your flagpole safely. Although a flagpole installation does not take much time but a foundation has to be prepared before. A type of each foundation depends on the flagpole. There is a so-called foundation plan for each flagpole. There you can find a detailed description how to install a secure foundation : for ground sleeve and for hinged base systems.
These aluminium flagpoles are ideal if you’re looking for a permanent flagpole installation. Sectional in construction for ease of transportation and maintenance. Installed directly in the ground they are ideally suited to new build estates, builders, company offices or if you just fancy a flagpole for the garden.
Flagpoles that are too close to trees, structures, and power lines can cause damage to all of these items, especially in windy areas. The owner of the flagpole needs to think about what is around the base of the pole as well. A shifting flagpole can uproot plants and damage landscaping around its base.
For more information on our ground mounted flagpoles or any of our other banner and flags products please email to contact@flagland.com
The ground sleeve is an economic and simple solution, suitable for flagpoles which won’t need to be lowered regularly.
The hinged base makes installation and maintenance much easier and enables the flagpole to be lowered with ease for cleaning or changing the flag (for Banner version)
Instructions how to make a foundation for ground sleeve
These instructions are guidelines for making a foundation, it should be treated as an information. For the final project of foundation, please consult a local architect and a civil engineer who are familiar with the terrain and climatic characteristics specific to the place where the foundation will be made.
The information presented in these instructions may be subject to technical modifications without previous notice.
FOUNDATION NOTE : Please see below our minimum recommended requirements for flagpole foundations. Please be advised that we can only recommend minimum dimensions, as Flagland is not responsible for the reinforced concrete foundation. Consult a civil or soil engineer regarding local soil conditions, prior to specifying overall foundation dimensions. The minimum concrete foundation dimensions below are for good, firm, dry soil conditions only.
Instructions how to make a foundation for hinged base plate
These instructions are guidelines for making a foundation, it should be treated as an information. For the final project of foundation, please consult a local architect and a civil engineer who are familiar with the terrain and climatic characteristics specific to the place where the foundation will be made.
The information presented in these instructions may be subject to technical modifications without previous notice.
Figure 1 – Make a hole in the ground with the following dimensions ( approximate minimum foundation dimensions ) :
- flagpole with height 6 - 7m - hole dimensions Φ 60cm x H = 100cm
- flagpole with height 8 - 9m - hole dimensions Φ 65cm x H = 100cm
- flagpole with height 10 - 11m - hole dimensions Φ 70cm x H = 100cm
- flagpole with height 12m - hole dimensions Φ 85cm x H = 120cm
Figure 2 – The hole should not be dig wider and then a form inserted, the hole should be filled directly with cement. An alternative is to pour a continuous slab under all poles, in which case forms may be used. Put about 5cm of gravel into the hole and tamp down footing.
Figure 3 – Fill the hole with concrete to required base height and tamp to remove air pocket. Foundation concrete should be class B 17.5 or B 20. The threaded mounting studs from the foundation frame should protrude 75mm, or maximum 80mm above the mounting plate (3 mm thickness). Smooth and slope the concrete surface slightly towards the outside edge of the concrete foundation for water drainage.
Figure 4 – After about 7 days defracted. From the time of pouring the concrete to the time of erecting the pole, seven calendar days must pass. Alternatively, an accelerant may be added to the concrete, in which case the concrete may be ready for mounting of the pole within a few hours.
Figure 5 – Fix the tilt plate nail, lift the flagpole and tighten the screws. The threaded mounting studs from the foundation frame (M16) must not be lubricated with any type of oil or grease.
Figure 6 – Adjust the screws to position the flagpole perfectly vertical. The flagpole must be vertically levelled with a levelling tool (40 cm level tool will suffice). Tighten the nuts after one month.
INSTRUCTIONS OF INSTALLATION
for ALUMINIUM flagpole – WINDTRACKER version
These instructions shall not be treated as an offer according to law regulations, it should be treated as an information.
Products presented in these instructions may be subject to technical modifications without previous notice.
Workplace safety manual during flagpole maintenance
Flagpole is designed for diplaying national, organizational, company, advertising and other types of flags. Flagpoles can be of one piece or sectional construction (from many pieces). They can be made of fiberglass or aluminium.
Flagpole can be installed:
- on a ground sleeve - which is fixed in concrete of foundation
- on a hinged base plate fixed by anchor bars to the foundation or to a portable base
Flagpoles can be from 6 to 12m high.
Flagpoles should be installed and operate in a way not causing danger for people and property.
During flagpole conservation all elements of the flagpole and the proper wayof their fixing should be checked. Maintenance or repair actions, connected withthe change of accessories, which require putitng the flagpole down should be carried out in maximally safe and cautions with the presence of at least 3 people.
Putting down the flagpole can take place when the wind speed does not exceed 3 in Beaufort scale (up to 19 km/h or 5,4 m/s). Banner type flagpoles are allowed to be put down when the wind speed is stronger but only when taking all the necesarry precautions. Steps to put down the flagpole :
- Before starting the actions become familiar with the place where the flagpole will be put down
- Level and clean the place where the flagpole will be put
- Secure the terrain around the flagpole et least with the length of the flagpole
- Put the flag to the down part of the flagpole (does not apply to Banner flagpole due to lack of halyard system)
- 5.1 Flagpole with a hinged base plate :
a) make sure that the upper and the lower part of the base are joined together firmly by screw creating a hinge
b) unscrew the upper nuts of the anchor bars
c) hold the flagpole and move back slowly till the flagpole will be down. Take care of the accessories installed on the upper part of the flagpole.
5.2 Flagpole with ground sleeve :
a) take the flagpole out of the ground sleeve, put the lower part of the flagpole on a rough surface, and gradually lean the flagpolecontrolling in the first stage its lower part not to allow it to overweight the upper part
b) after balancing the lower part of the flagpole to its upper part, the person holding the lower part should now help to hold the upper part till the flagpole is down - After executing all the maintenance or repair actions put the flagpole up using the instructions above but in reversed order
- Maintenance and repair action are much easier using a hoisiting crane. All maintenance and repair operations must be done by trained people.
In case of finding out that the technical condition of the flagpole is poor, the defects should be announced to the person responsible for flagpoles usage and the flagpole should be secured
Flagpole Maintenance and Inspection
Many people purchase a flagpole and once it is installed, they forget to have it maintained and inspected regularly.
Regular maintenance is essential to ensure a long and safe life for your flagpole.
The owner is responsible for ensuring that the flagpole are maintained regularly to provide safety to the public. If you are concerned about your flagpole, it is wise to consult a structural engineer. Although our flags and flagpoles are manufactured from high quality materials, they have to contend with extreme weather conditions which makes regular maintenance essential.
Flags should be lowered during bad weather conditions. We advise not flying flags if wind speed are 60 km/h or stronger. When it is windy at ground level, conditions are much worse at the top of your flagpole. By lowering your flag when bad weather is due, you will prolong its life.
The client is responsible for :
- checking and tightening of screws on the assembly anchors at least once every 2 months
- taking off the flag from the flagpole if the wind speed is 60 km/h and more
- for a Banner flagpole version, tilt the flagpole if the wind speed is 60 km/h and more
Maximal allowable wind speed
Wind speed – the distance which is covered by air molecules in a unit of time. Meteorology notes the wind speed in m/s
For weather forecasting, wind speed is calculated based on the average wind speed during the 10 minute interval proceding the observation
Gust of wind – is a sudden movement of air exceeding the average wind speed in the last 10 minutes interval by over 5 m/s
| Land condition | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calm | Smoke rises vertically | |||
| Light air | Wind motion visible in smoke, wind socks do not react | |||
| Light breeze | Wind felt on face, leaves rustle. Wind socks respond. | |||
| Gentle breeze | Leaves and smaller twigs in constant motion, wind unfurls light flags | |||
| Mooderate breeze | Dust and loose paper rise. Small branches begin to move. | |||
| Fresh breeze | Leaves covered bushes begin to sway, small waves with whitecaps form on inland waters. | |||
| Strong breeze | Large branches in motion. Whistling heard in overhead wires. Umbrella use becomes difficult. | |||
| High wind. | Whole trees in motion. Effort needed to walk agains the wind. | |||
| Gale | Some branches broken from trees. Progress on foot is seriously impeded. | |||
| Strong gale | Wind causes slight damage to building (i.e. roof tiles peel off) | |||
| Storm, whole gale | Trees are broken off, uprooted, wind causes significant damage to buildings. | |||
| Violent storm | Causes widespread damage. | |||
| Hurricane | Causes major damage. |
How to install the flag on a Aluminium flagpole version Windtracker
All pictures shown are for illustration purpose only. Actual product images may vary due to product enhancement.
