Metal structures of cell towers make us connected. Everyone knows how important it is for each of us today. Some of cell towers may reach 100 meters in height. Standing outside, they are affected by adverse weather conditions and atmospheric phenomena.
Sensitive equipment of cell towers requires regular inspection and repair. This is why cell tower inspections are carried out according to the scheduled plan.
What's included in cell tower inspections
All components of a cell tower should be in a good working condition, this is why it’s important to check all elements of a structure to guarantee continuous communications.
1. Cable and antennas' condition. Specialists need to check the condition of cables and antennas and replace those that have been damaged.
2. Obsolete equipment replacement. The new 5G format of communication requires many station components to be replaced.
3. Painting of metal constructions. Old paint is to be removed, the surface is primed and then – painted with rollers and spray-guns. A cell tower with height of 50 meters normally requires 2 weeks to be painted.
4. Rust removal. To protect the entire construction from damage, it’s necessary to undertake an inspection and remove rust from its surface. Coating with anti-rusting compounds. After removal of the old paint and priming, the metal is to be coated with protective compound. It will prolong the service life of the cell tower.
Each cell tower inspection needs a reliable boom lift!
The inspection is to be carried out by a group of few professionals with special tools.
To reach higher points of a cell tower, they normally use boom lifts and aerial platforms. Such lifting equipment allows to make operations safely and comfortably without any risk and fear.
Supported by the reliable lift rental, technicians will carry all these operations high above the ground.
In fact, any cell tower requires regular inspections. It’s a large scope of work that requires a lot of aerial platforms and services of experienced operators.You can easily find both if you contact us for lift rental. We will help you to choose the best boom lift based on the height of a certain cell tower, the character of works and other details of your order. We accept your requests 24/7!
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