Perhaps most of us are thinking that setting up a flagpole is easy because we can always check out the manufacturers in our area. Besides, we can even pay for installment fees so that we need not feel the hassles of putting it up. Quite true. But then before you can drive yourself to the nearest flag manufacturer, there are certain issues that you need to resolve.
How high would your flagpole be? Where is the more appropriate location for setting up the flagpole? Flagpoles should be seen from all possible angles because it would be deem useless if it has a limited reach. I guess you would be thinking that the best solution is to have a very lengthy flagpole, but it shouldn't be that way. It would be very uncomfortable for onlookers because they would have to cramp their necks just to see the flag.
What material should be used? There are two fitting materials that you can choose from, aluminum or fiberglass. Mostly, aluminum is preferred because it is sturdy and lightweight compared with other options. Likewise it does not need high maintenance thus eliminating the hassles of keeping it. And it is less expensive. A fiberglass pole on the other hand is more stylish. It has been finished in a glossy coat of gel that makes it resistant to soiling and scratching. Also it does not require high maintenance but it is quite expensive.
Which should you choose, internal or external halyard system? There is practically a slight difference between these two. With the
external halyard system , the remaining cable or rope is wrapped around a cleat located on the base of the flagpole. With the internal halyard system, the pulley system is fixed inside the flagpole.
by:
The Flagman
