Types of flagpoles-categorizing flagpoles beyond 100-200’ flagpoles, monster flagpoles etc.

When asked about the various types of flagpoles, you would probably know about types like the 100-200’ flagpoles, monster flagpoles etc. However not many people know how flagpoles are categorized according, to their structure. So, here is a list of the various types according to that.

1.      Tin ground flagpoles- These flagpoles are installed using a ground sleeve or a foundation sleeve, or using a shoe base with external bolts. Ground set installations are the strongest as well as the most common type of installation. Shoe base installations are often used when above ground installation. This includes flagpoles installed on a roof top or an existing concrete foundation.

2.      Outrigger flagpoles- Outrigger flagpoles are typically mounted to a building facade with a bracket and thru-wall bolts or using bolts with expansion shields. They are usually found in cities were space is a problem.

3.      Nautical flagpoles-As the name suggests, this type of flagpoles incorporate a nautical theme. They incorporate either a single shaft and yarndarm or a double mast design. Their mounting heights can go from 25’ to 80’.

4.      Vertical Wall Mount flagpoles-These flagpoles are similar in many ways to outrigger flagpoles. The main difference is that they are mounted vertically.

5.      An external Halyard flagpole incorporates a flagpole trucks on top of the flagpole with an exposed pulley. External Halyard Systems are available with both a stationary or rotating/revolving truck.

6.      All fiberglass flagpoles, internal or external halyards, come pre-assembled and are very lightweight which makes them easy to install. They have a white glossy finish and have very high wind ratings. They will not conduct electricity or attract lightning.

7.      The internal halyard ground set cam cleat system is a type of flagpole that has sleek look and the security of an internal halyard that has been combined with the simplicity of a rope halyard to make the Cam Cleat Action System internal halyard flagpole an economical alternative to the winch operated system.

Those are some of the different types of flagpoles. These flagpoles can further come in types like 100-200’ flagpoles, monster flagpoles etc. It is important to have a good understanding of the different types to get the flagpole that is the best suited to your needs. Of course, there are a number of other factors that would come into play while choosing a flagpole, including price.