Expanding Rural Broadband
Midco was in need of a 190' pole system to support antennas to service internet, phones, and TV.
AFS 3000

The Need
ARE Telecom was hired on by Midco to help expand their tower infrastructure in rural areas. ARE’s AFS 3000 190’ Conventional Pole fit Midcos range and ability to provide reliable broadband services to customers in remote areas.
Overview
ARE’s AFS 3000 ballasted foundation system is a versatile system designed to provide ease of portability and installation while providing a solid base for monopoles up to 190’. ARE’s AFS 3000 can be dissembled in days and relocated to a new site if necessary.
Project Benchmarks
- Crew flexibility and equipment availability allowing for installation under time constraints
- Pre-install logistics plan developed due to remote installation
- Compact gravel base
Project Resources
- 4-person crew
- 4-day assembly
- Crane
- Telehandler
Challenges
- Remote location
- Antenna’s to be installed at 190’
- Gravel base

The AFS 3000 will be delivered in (2) 40' open top containers

Level site for foundation

Set king-post and attach base trays

Attach truss arms to king-post and base trays

Attach side walls and add ballast

Attach each pole section with a crane