Whether it is being used for communication, air traffic control, weather monitoring, or surveillance, an antenna system is a precision instrument, and will not survive if left exposed to the environment year-round. Here are just 8 of the benefits that a properly designed radome from Penn-Tech International, Inc.
Wire Cable Basics
Choosing the right wire rope for a job will be based on many factors: application, required strength, and environment, to name a few. Understanding the basic terminology and the abbreviations associated with wire rope can help you decide which will work best for you.
Choosing the Right Cable Tension Meter
Most people don’t realize how often we come in contact with heavy cable wires. Since these cables are entrenched in our everyday life, it is crucial that they remain safe and are tested regularly using a cable tension meter.
The World’s Largest Radome
The FGAN Research Institute for High Frequency Physics and Radar Techniques (FHR) located in Wachtberg, German is the home of the “Kugel”, the world´s largest radome, which protects and houses TIRA, a space observation radar.
Why Construct a New Cell Phone Tower?
The process of cell tower site selection is a topic that produces the most inquiries from property owners across the nation. Securing cell tower locations is the result of a cell phone carrier working with their internal engineering staff to satisfy specific needs that company has in certain locations throughout the country.
What is Guy Wire?
Used for stabilization of free-standing structures, guy wires are commonly used by tower companies. Learn more about guy wires and their hardware.