Antenna alignment tool
23 November 2011
Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services
The AntennAlign Alignment Tool (AAT) from Sunsight Instruments is a highly accurate alignment system used during antenna installation and maintenance. It measures alignment in azimuth, tilt, roll and (optionally) AGL height. Installer friendly, the system is simple to operate in awkward locations. A single person can measure and assign the results to a given antenna, instantly creating a permanent record of its alignment for accountability and traceability.
After mounting the AAT, the installer adjusts the antenna until all position indicators align, tightens the mounting brackets, and presses the ‘capture’ button. This records the final alignment specification along with latitude, longitude, installer, current date/time and more. Records can be reviewed and reports can be generated on the AAT directly, or the alignment data can be archived centrally and accessed by carriers or contracting companies to certify the installation work was performed as specified.
The AntennAlign data file format is fully supported by Sunsight’s AntennAlign Profile Manager (APM) software which is used to create, administer, review and report alignment records from one or more AATs. It archives antenna alignment history in an enterprise quality database management system (SQL) and can export job-related alignment targets, which may be e-mailed to tower crews for display on the AAT. The software can also import results of tower crew alignment work and interface with planning and optimisation tools.
The alignment tool is hardened for use on live antennas and comes with multiple mounting options (stealth friendly) as well as a gyroscope option when GPS satellites are obscured. It enables long range Wi-Fi remote configuration and control and also has a laser range finder for measuring height.
Further reading:
Optimising cleaning products used in electronics manufacturing
Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services
IPC, in collaboration with ChemFORWARD, are hosting a webinar titled ‘Optimising Cleaning Products Used in Electronics Manufacturing’.
Read more...
Webinar: Rapidly create vision-based edge AI solutions
Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services
This webinar will give attendees an overview of the development kit, and will teach how it can be leveraged with Avnet’s IoTConnect platform, to rapidly develop cloud-connected solutions.
Read more...
Webinar: End-to-end ML model development
Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services
Whether attendees are just starting out, or looking to refine their existing skills, this webinar is the next step to becoming proficient in creating machine learning models that solve real-world problems.
Read more...
PCBWay: Your one-stop shop for electronics manufacturing from design to production
PCBWay
Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services
[Sponsored] PCBWay has a long history of providing manufacturing support and design advice based on our customers’ products, and we continue to provide our customers with printed circuit boards, components, PCB assembly, moulding services, electronic assemblies, contract manufacturing, etc., from design to mass production.
Read more...
Yamaha accelerates transition to next-gen vehicle lighting
Truth Electronic Manufacturing
Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services
Europe’s automotive lighting makers are moving away from traditional electrical production techniques to become high-speed, precision electronic assemblers.
Read more...
Eight ways temporary solder mask is used for electronic assembly
Testerion
Editor's Choice Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services
While it is most used to mask open vias in a wave soldering process, operators find all kinds of creative ways to use solder mask to solve process challenges.
Read more...
Smart AOI provides essential inspection
Testerion
Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services
TRI has introduced the Core Features 3D AOI, the TR7700QC SII, which is equipped with essential inspection functionalities tailored for the electronics manufacturing industry.
Read more...
Newest mounter designed for the autonomous factory
Techmet
Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services
Panasonic has now started accepting orders for its newest modular mounter NPM-GW. This mounter is designed to enhance production lines with the end goal of having a fully functioning autonomous factory.
Read more...
Autonomous labour-saving factory solution
Techmet
Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services
With predictive and targeted maintenance options to maximise uptime, the NPM-GH from Panasonic is the first step to a truly autonomous factory.
Read more...
Easy-PC celebrates 40 years in PCB design
Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services
Number One Systems celebrates 40 years of success with the release of its latest update, Easy-PC Version 28, featuring more than 40 new enhancements.
Read more...
printer friendly version