WindBands

Reliable tower shroud security that prevents dangerous falls and protects people and property from harm.

WindBands

Reliable tower shroud security that prevents dangerous falls and protects people and property from harm.

WindBand Shroud Protection System

Cell Towers operate under demanding conditions. Materials are exposed to continuous strain from the elements. UV exposure, wind-driven vibrations, and flexing put any antenna shroud to the test. It is a given that, over time, structural cracks develop, increasing the risk of catastrophic shroud failure.  A falling shroud puts people and property in danger. 

The WindBand provides another line of defense to keep the canisters where they belong—on the tower! It is an engineered solution that uses high-strength and long-lasting materials and is installed in about 3 to 5 minutes. It wraps around the multi-section or cylindrical shroud, keeping it in place when fasteners are left out, when they begin to crack, and under high wind conditions.

After the initial installation, WindBands take less than a minute to remove or reinstall.  Fast, easy and reusable!

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Product Data Sheet

WindBand Product Data Sheet
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Features

  • High Strength UV Protected Components: Delivers long life in harsh outdoor conditions

  • RF Transparent Design: Allows flexible placement anywhere on the tower without signal interference

  • Quick 5-Minute Installation: Rapid deployment reduces labor time and costs

  • 1-Minute Removal & Reinstallation: Easy access for tower maintenance and modifications

  • Extreme Weather Protection: Withstands 90+ MPH wind conditions for reliable performance

  • Superior Load Capacity: Over 3,900 lbs ultimate strength per typical 10ft shroud bay

  • Wide Tower Range: Accommodates 18" diameter towers and larger installations

  • Indefinitely Reusable: A cost-effective solution that can be removed and reused multiple times

Specifications

Tower Type: Concealed Array Monopole with Sectional Shrouds
Shroud Type: Sectional Composite, Fiberglass, and Polymer. Also, RadomeFlex, RadomeEvo, and Nello shrouds
Tower Diameter: 18in (46cm) and larger
Load Rating: Designed for 90+ MPH wind speeds*
Ult. Strength: Over 3,900lbs (1770kg) for a typical 10ft antenna shroud bay
Materials: All components are UV protected and RF transparent.
Reusable: After initial sizing to the tower, WindBands can be removed and reattached in about a minute indefinitely.
Placement: Typically 2, 3, or 4 WindBands per antenna shroud bay. See the WindBand Size Calculator.

*Actual performance may vary as multiple factors contribute to the ability to withstand high wind loads.

Why Choose WindBands?

Tower with secure shrouds

Tower Longevity: Keeping Shrouds in Place

As antenna bay concealment shrouds age, they crack, loosen, and fall off towers. Missing fasteners concentrate stress at remaining connection points. Combined with modest winds, poorly secured shrouds blow off completely. Once airborne, shrouds rarely survive impact and require costly, time-consuming replacement.

Safety equipment and property protection

Minimize Risk and Liability

A falling shroud can cause a world of hurt in injuries and property damage. Often, towers are placed near people and property, such as at offices, schools, parks, roadways, highways, and parking lots. Improve cell tower site safety by securing shrouds before there is a problem. Why take a chance?

Cost-effective WindBands installation

Significant Cost Savings

Tower shrouds cost thousands to replace, requiring installation crews and cranes or lifts. Extend shroud life and protect your investment with WindBands, an inexpensive solution that's easy and quick to install, preventing expensive replacements before problems occur.

What’s Included?

WindBands come complete with Strap Hooks included for immediate installation.

WindBand

WindBands help keep canisters/shrouds securely in place, reduce the risk and liability of falling debris, and provide significant cost savings.

WindBand made up of a white strap and black buckles.

Strap Hook

Strap Hooks help keep WindBands securely positioned on tower structures, ensuring reliable canister/shroud protection.

A WindBand strap attached to a Strap Hook.

Recommended Products

Lasso Loops and Installation Kits are sold separately to provide flexibility in your ordering.

Lasso Loop

We strongly recommend purchasing one Lasso Loop per tower, as these components remain permanently installed at each site for ongoing flag changes and maintenance.

Lasso loop for WindBand installation.

Installation Tool Kit

While highly recommended for installations, Installation Kits are designed for reuse and can be transported between various tower sites.

Installation toolkit for windband installation including wipes, scissors, glue, utility knife, marker, alcohol, sanding block, and a black storage case.

Shroud Protection Products

P/N Description Notes
110757 WindBand, Standard 18" (46cm) to 50" (127cm) diameter
110758 WindBand, Long >50" (127cm) to 70" (178cm) diameter
110847 WindBand, Extra Long >70" (178cm) to 100" (254cm) diameter
110759 Installation Tool Kit Recommended. Includes all V4 Windband installation components
110801 Lasso Loop, Standard Recommended. One per 18" to 50" dia. tower
110809 Lasso Loop, Long Recommended. One per >50" to 70" dia. tower
110873 Lasso Loop, Extra Long Recommended. One per >70" to 100" dia. tower
110799 Strap Hook Includes peel and stick backing

Placing an Order

1. Review tower drawings or as-built measurements to determine:

a. The number of antenna shroud bays
b. Shroud/Canister diameter
c. Shroud length

2. Refer to the WindBand Size Calculator to determine the correct size and amount of WindBands needed for your tower.
3. Order the number of WindBand needed for the tower.
4. Remember to order a WindBand Installation Toolkit and Lasso Loop! 1 per tower is highly recommended for the perfect installation.

Example Order

1. The following tower has 4 antenna shroud bays. The shrouds all measure 36” in diameter by 10 ft long.
2. Using the WindBand Size Calculator, you will see that the Standard Length WindBand is for antenna shroud bays 18” to 50” in diameter, and 3 WindBands are needed for a shroud that is 8’ to 12’ long.
3. Order (12) Standard Length WindBands (P/N 110757).
4. Order (1) Standard Length Lasso Loop (P/N 110801).
5. Order (1) WindBand Installation Toolkit (P/N 110759).

Diagram of a cell tower with measurement indicators, featuring multiple horizontal WindBands and a flat base, labeled with numbers 1 through 4.

WindBand Size Calculator

Please select a diameter
Please select a height
Please select number of shrouds
Enter tower dimensions to see recommended WindBand kit