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| Reviews Summary for AN Wireless |
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Reviews: 22
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Average rating: 5.0/5
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MSRP: $665 to $3475
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Description: This is a totally new tower system, designed for a multitude of commercial, and Amateur Radio needs where a lightweight, and pre-engineered tower is the requirement for installation. This self supporting tower fits the needs of UHF repeater users and cellular carriers with large antenna loads, to Ham Radio operators who need a tower that can stand up to the torque of big yagi rotors. Towers are available to withstand severe wind and ice conditions, in 70 MPH to 120 MPH exposures.
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More info: http://www.anwireless.com
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N0HR
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Rating: 5/5
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Apr 20, 2009 12:07
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Solid tower & service
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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ANWireless provides a top-notch product and goes above and beyond the call of duty when it comes to service. Dan is a great guy to work with and really works to ensure his customers are satisfied. The towers are just excellent.
My AN HD70 had a smooth installation (see:
http://www.n0hr.com/ham_radio_tower.htm).
Since installation, it has withstood severe winds (>80 MPH) without any issues - along with one or two direct lightning strikes.
More info here:
http://www.n0hr.com/HamRadioReviews/products/114.html
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N3KS
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Rating: 5/5
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Sep 10, 2008 19:41
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Excellent Tower
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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It's been one year since I installed a new AN 90HD tower. The entire process, from ordering to installation went extremely smoothly - and Dan, KK3AN the owner of AN Wireless was very helpful through-out. The tower is exceptional in its strength, very easy to climb (with the optional step bolts), and in my opinion and excellent value. I have two yagi antennas mounted on it - an Optibeam OB12-4 at 91ft, and a 3 element SteppIR on a TIC Ring at 58ft.
I highly recommend AN Wireless as a company and the AN 90HD tower.
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W3MR
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Rating: 5/5
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May 27, 2008 09:24
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Rock solid
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I did some research and discussed towers with my tower installer, W2GD. He suggested that AN Towers would be a good choice as he has installed several previously. I contacted Dan Simmonds of AN Wireless and purchased an AN 70HD tower, the step bolts, mast, and three plates for the rotor and thrust bearings. Dan delivered the tower to my location in NY State as requested and on time. After the base was installed and cured, the tower was assembled on the ground and went up using a crane in about 15 minutes.
The local building inspector was impressed with the base, required rebar cage, and the tower itself.
The tower is rock solid and is now supporting a C31XR and a 5 element 6 meter antenna.
Everything went together as expected with no surprises. Dan even supplied a few extra bolts and splice plate with the tower.
I would definitely purchase from AN Wireless again.
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N9WQP
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Rating: 5/5
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May 6, 2008 05:48
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The best tower you can own
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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Back in Feb 2008 I lost 2 Rohn 25G towers. I decided to look at a single 90 ft free standing tower when i came across AN Wireless. Dan is the best he will help you in everyway he can. I ordered my tower at the end of Feb and picked it up In May very very fast service and even answers emails on sundays and in the evenings Great person to deal with. Keep up the good work...
73's Jerry
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N2RJ
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Rating: 5/5
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Jul 10, 2007 19:38
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The best, period and backed by superior service
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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This year I'm getting serious about my hobby. A tower was definitely on my list. After doing lots of research, I finally settled on a self supporting tower. Between AN Wireless and Trylon, I chose AN Wireless because their towers seemed to be stronger and able to handle more wind load.
Everything from Initial order placement to final delivery was smooth. I sent an email to Dan Simmonds (KK3AN) and he called me the next day to discuss my order. We finalized the same day, I sent the payment and my order went into the build queue.
I also hit an issue with getting a permit, and Dan was pretty helpful. His engineers delivered sealed drawings that made my painful approval process here in Wantage township, NJ into a mere formality. Not only were the drawings up to snuff, but the tower design well exceeded even the strictest of building codes. The building inspector was thoroughly impressed.
The tower materials also seem to be the best in the business - hot dip galvanized AFTER fabrication, so they don't prematurely rust. A minimum of specialized tools are needed to put everything together, just a common socket wrench.
The only thing I must warn you about is that an ANW tower is a serious investment. It's not a cheap CB tower that you can just dig a hole and wheelbarrow concrete to build a foundation. You have to follow the plans given to you with the base, use 4000psi concrete, and it is best to use a crane to lift the tower. The tower and foundation will easily last for years.
You can also order through WX0B, Array solutions, who has accessories such as Pro.Sis.Tel rotors available.
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W1AJT
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Rating: 5/5
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Jun 19, 2007 12:02
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Unequaled strength
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Time owned: 3 to 6 months
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First, let me second the other reviews. I never heard of AN Wireless Towers and was set to buy a “heavy duty” version of another popular brand. Luckily I was speaking with Jay – WX0B at Array Solutions and he told me to take a look at AN Wireless because of my needed height, antenna weight, and antenna wind-load. After doing a thorough investigation I went with AN Wireless. I got mine in “kit” form drove it back from Dan’s place and assembled half of it in my garage over the winter by myself (until I ran out of room). It takes about an hour a section after the first one. The mechanical attributes of the tower are really heavy duty. The installation crew’s leader had the same opinion and has been installing towers and antennas commercially since 1968. They never saw an AN tower and usually recommend the “other” one I was considering. They were really impressed with the total lack of flex and said the other “heavy duty” tower I was considering was like stepping on rubber bands in comparison. At one point there were three full size installers on top with a 50 pound rotor and a 200 plus pound antenna and they were totally comfortable. Assembly instructions are excellent and everything is marked. Dan’s support and communication is as good as it gets. I installed the HD 90 ft. tower among 85 foot trees which is why I needed the height. I use a rock mount kit and it is installed in a granite hill. If you plan on big, heavy, or stacks of antennas, this is the only tower you should even consider.
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KH6SH
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Rating: 5/5
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Apr 8, 2007 11:04
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Outstanding Tower--Professional Service
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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Planning, procuring, constructing and installing an AN Wireless tower was an absolute exceptional experience. Every aspect of the AN Wireless process—from the initial phone call to the company through current tower maintenance—was deliberate, timely and very straightforward.
Procurement: Dan Simmonds (founder) will exceed all your expectations with his customer service. Every phone call and email to Dan was answered very promptly and with detailed information—even when he was traveling abroad. I provided my desired plan for each portion of the tower system—from foundation through mast/antenna loading—and Dan provided his assessment of each segment. Together we worked through different install scenarios and load calculations before selecting the appropriate tower and accessories. Engineering plans and calculations sailed through the local permit process. Crating was meticulous and completed very effectively.
Construction: The tower was shipped unassembled to KH6. The instructions were detailed, and the construction was very easy—I was able to build the HD-70 single-handedly over the course of a few weekends. The attention-to-detail in manufacturing was evident as tower materials fit together with precision, and the time taken to label all parts accurately facilitated a very unproblematic assembly. Crane install was completed in one hour.
Product: The salt air and daily rain at my QTH are brutal to exposed materials. I waited nearly one year before submitting this review—all the hot-dip galvanized materials (which is the entire tower) remain in superb condition. Plates were manufactured for my specific rotor, mast and bearings and the alignment was perfect. This self-standing tower is a very muscular and resilient commercial-grade product.
Overall: I have suffered through too many experiences with companies that redefine the “amateur” in Amateur Radio, and have grown weary of trudging in the mire of excuses and empty promises. Simply put, AN Wireless is professional in every respect. Dan is a polite, genuine person who is sincere in his commitment to the customer. This is a tremendous product, and the company’s outstanding customer service has earned my loyalty.
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KD5DRX
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Rating: 5/5
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Apr 8, 2007 02:14
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Excellent
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Time owned: 3 to 6 months
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Ok its time for an update we have the first 2 towers complete and loaded up with 7 DB224 VHF Omni antennas. The towers are great and have been climbed by every one at least once and they are stout as can be and even in high wind just stand tall and proud. We look forward to getting the next ones started and getting those 3 up and running and then the last 3 will be as we need them so thanks again to Dan at AN wireless for all the help and if you want to see the completed product go to the web site and check us out. or follow this link. http://www.anwireless.com/iraq1.html
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K0KL
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Rating: 5/5
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Sep 27, 2006 21:29
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Best Tower in the business!
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I climbed my tower this afternoon checking things before cold weather set in. I also wanted to look at a place for a side mount. This is one heavy duty tower. I'm one of those full figured guys and the tower stands up to me jumping around very well, hardly moves. Dan is very helpful, gives you realistic schedules, and even sticks to them something novel in this age.
Best tower for any money, best company to do business with. Oh by the way it's a HD-90 with a big Optibeam on top.
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W0MU
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Rating: 5/5
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Apr 27, 2006 20:06
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Heavy Duty!
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Time owned: 3 to 6 months
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I purchased the HD-70 from AN-Wireless back in October. We raised the tower yesterday with the help of a crane. Total time for the crane was one hour!
I also have a Trylon 64ft...er 56 ft tower and the AN-Wireless tower is much more robust than the Trylon. The HD-70 is much more solid and stable especially when climbing. The step bolts are a real plus I recommend them.
With the AN tower, if you order a 70ft tower you get a tower that is actually 70ft tall. Trylon sections overlap by a foot. The 64ft tower is only 56 ft tall. They send the tower with an 1 3/4 inch mast to reach the claimed height.
I asked for the tower to be shipped knocked down to save on shipping. However I did not realize the amount of time what would be required to build the sections. I doubt I would go this way again but being able to build the tower piece by piece does open up doors for a tower that might not otherwise exsist. This tower can be built piece by piece in the air!
Great product and great support! I would by from Dan again without hesitation.
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