Typical foundation planning information for RTS communication towers, guyed masts, self-supporting towers and Cell-On-Wheels systems.
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RTS Radio supplies tower and mast systems with engineering-backed foundation options for communication, repeater, telemetry, farm security, mining, broadband and emergency communication projects.
Foundation requirements depend on tower height, tower type, wind loading, antenna loading, soil bearing capacity and site-specific engineering conditions. Final foundation design must always be confirmed for the specific project site.
| Tower / Mast Type | Typical Foundation Planning Data | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|
| N450 Self-Supporting Tower | Typical planning data: 15m tower, approx. 2.05m × 2.05m foundation footprint, approx. 2.94m³ concrete, site specific. | Farm security, radio repeaters, telemetry and private communication sites. |
| 18m Self-Supporting Mast | Typical planning data: approx. 2.10m × 2.10m foundation footprint, approx. 3.09m³ concrete, site specific. | Security, wireless, radio and light infrastructure applications. |
| 42m Guyed Mast | Multi-foundation arrangement with centre and guy foundations. Typical total concrete planning quantity around 9.5m³, site specific. | Radio repeaters, rural communication, security networks and telemetry. |
| 60m Guyed Mast | Multi-anchor mast system. Typical total concrete planning quantity around 15.6m³, site specific. | High sites, repeater networks, wireless broadband and long-distance coverage. |
| 140m Guyed Mast Systems | Specialist engineered system with project-specific anchors, guy cable levels, foundation loads and steel anchor hardware. | Telecommunications, broadcast, weather monitoring and large-scale infrastructure projects. |
| Cell-On-Wheels | Trailer-mounted system. No permanent foundation normally required for temporary deployment, subject to site conditions. | Emergency, events, temporary coverage, mining and rapid-deployment communications. |
Soil bearing pressure, compaction, rock, clay, water table and slope conditions can all affect final foundation design.
Tower loading changes with height, antenna area, cable loading, wind region and future expansion requirements.
RTS provides appropriate technical documentation to approved clients and project engineers. Detailed drawings are not published online.
Senekal, Free State
Supply and project support throughout South Africa and selected African markets.
Email: tower@rtsradio.co.za
WhatsApp: +27 71 666 6791
Telephone: +27 87 550 1035