Flag Outlet - Commercial & Residential Flagpole Manufacturer ~ Specs Windspeed & Finish

Specifications
Wind Speed: This map shows the highest average steady wind speed anticipated at an elevation of thirty feet above ground level within an historical 40 year period. Flagpole ratings are shown in the charts as flagged and unflagged along with wind gust at 1.3 factor. Flagpole damage can occur when flying oversized flags and banners or flying flags in higher winds than recommended.
Tips: Satin brush finish will discolour. To remove discolouration, clean with soap and water, to which some mild household acid can be added such as lemon juice or vinegar. Do not add ammonia, TSP or soda. A coat of auto wax, or a silicon spray will help protect the aluminum	Materials: Our flagpoles are designed and engineered for long life and beauty. We precision fabricate the 6063 aluminum alloy, which is standard in the industry. We utilize state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques, heat treating our flagpoles to a T-6 temper after welding, tapering 1 inch for every 5.5 feet. Aluminum is lightweight and all the above manufacturing is done in accordance with NAAMM specifications.
	Finish: Anodized finish is the best surface available for flagpoles. It is a thin film of clear coloured oxide formed over the aluminum, this film is much harder than the base material, only 6 thousandth of an inch. This is actually grown out of the metal, unlike a plated finish which can peel from its' surface. Anodized aluminum has an extremely hard protective layer, which is durable and corrosion resistant making it longer lasting. Anodizing keeps aluminum oxide off of your flag, which helps maintain a cleaner flag.


	Satin Brush finish flagpoles are the abrasive sanding of the aluminum smooth, consistent and then polishing with a fine grain aluminum oxide cloth, creating high quality 100-grit satin lustre finish
	Powder Coating is durable, attractive and scratch-resistant and available in a wide variety of colours. Powder coating is a dry finishing process. Finely ground particles of pigment and resin are electrostatically charged and sprayed onto the flagpole. Charged particles adhere to the flagpole until melted and fused into a smooth solid coating in a curing oven.