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Components of a flagpole

In this blog post we would like to tell you about product attributes and the components of flagpoles.

Flagpole product and component attributes are:

  • Height & length
  • Profile
  • Halyard system
  • Fixtures and fittings
  • Material types
  • Mounting types
Height and length of flagpoles
The most common flagpole is 6m but we deliver flagpoles between 3 and 16m. In addition to that we can supply custom made flagpoles.

Flagpole profiles

There are various profiles available but we focus on the following ones:

  • Smooth taper
  • Step taper
  • Parallel
Halyard systems for flagpoles
There are different halyard systems available. Here are three:
  • Most popular: external halyard
  • Secure access via door: internal halyard with jam cleat
  • Secure access and easy raising and lowering of flag with handle: Internal halyard with winch
Fixtures and fittings for flagpoles

The following fixtures and fittings are available:

  • Base plate cover
  • Flag ties
  • Halyard weight
  • Swivel arm – a rotating flag arm that is mounted on the top of the flagpole
  • Cleat
  • Finial
Flagpole materials
You can get our flagpoles in the following materials.
  • Fibreglass
  • Aluminium
  • Timber (by special order)
Mounting types for flagpoles
Flagpoles can be mounted in different ways, depending on the location
  • Ground mounted Flagpoles on galvanised steel hinged base plate – provides a secure ground mounting and allows the flagpole to be lowered to the ground.
  • Flagpoles ground mounted in ground sleeve – provides a quick and easy methods of temporary installation for flagpoles that are going to be used for a short period of time.
  • Wall mounted Flagpoles on wall brackets (horizontal, vertical or angled) – allows the flagpole to be fixed to the side of a building
We also can custom make a flagpole for your needs. Find out about our  flagpole installation and maintenance service by contacting the Flagpole Company team.  You canEmail the team, call 01245 230700 or complete our online form here

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