INDOOR & OUTDOOR POLES:
All of our flags, poles & kits are Made-in-the-USA. Some other items are imported

Commercial Grade Poles: Maintenance-Free, Tapered, Spun-Aluminum. Longer poles are sectioned and factory fitted with self-aligning sleeves, no welding required at joints. Available in standard unfinished Satin Lustre, or anodized finishes: Clear, Bronze (Light, Medium, or Dark), or Black.

Residential Grade Poles: Designed for light-duty use. With thinner walls & smaller diameters than commercial grade poles, jointed and telescoping poles are not recommended for strong wind areas.

Poles are rated for certain constant wind speeds and gusts, depending on the size of flag(s) being flown. Ratings are based on 10% of the overall pole length being buried per manufacturer recommendations. Typically, the length of a U.S. flag flown from a ground pole should be approximately 1/4 above-ground pole height. Heavier than standard wall thicknesses and diameters are available to accommodate oversized flags.

Ground conditions must be considered when deciding where to place a pole. Always check for utilities and other underground obstructions before choosing a location. Keep in mind that buildings put a downward force on a newly constructed site, but wind puts a horizontal pressure against a pole and flag. Foundation adjustments may be necessary to compensate for certain ground conditions, such as new fill.

The pole chosen should be capable of supporting the largest flag(s) to be flown in the highest wind speed to which the pole will be subjected if you are unable to lower flag during extremely severe weather.

The map below shows maximum steady wind at 30' above ground expected by area. Location must also be considered, such as within a large city, out in an open area, along a shoreline, and whether the pole will be at ground level or on the roof of a building. Unusual weather conditions may be more extreme than what is shown here. This is only a guideline, not a manufacturer warranty: