5G UPGRADE – Mount Structure Analysis
Indiana, USA
To assess the structural capacity of the existing 10.5 ft platform mount on a 148 ft monopole for a proposed T-Mobile 5G upgrade at 132 ft, evaluating the mount under increased loading and defining the strengthening required for compliance with US standards.
CHALLENGES
Increased Load from New 5G Equipment
Solution: Conducted detailed mount-level analysis under current & proposed loading conditions
Impact: Established structural adequacy and identified reinforcement actions
High Stress in Bracing Members
Solution: Reviewed member utilization using a RISA-3D model
Impact: Critical members approaching 87.5% utilization were identified, enabling targeted strengtheningl
Constructability Constraints at 132 ft Elevation
Solution: Proposed strengthening components that can be safely installed at height
Impact: Improved installation feasibility
TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS
Technologies: 4G/5G
Tools & Platforms: RISA 3D, Excel based wind-load calculator
Environmental Parameters:
- Design wind speed: 115 mph
- Exposure category: B
- Ice thickness: 1.5 in
- Seismic design category: B
DELIVERABLES
- Conditional Passing Structural Report
- Detailed capacity check of mount components
- Equipment load summary & load combinations
- Reinforcement recommendations
- RISA-3D analysis outputs & modeling appendix
Key Highlights:
148 ft
Telecom monopole assessed
132 ft
5G upgrade elevation analysed
115 mph
Wind design verification
87.5%
Critical member utilization identified
4G/5G
Multi-technology upgrade support
RISA-3D
Advanced structural modelling used
CONCLUSION
Our solutions added real value by improving safety, durability, and upgrade readiness. The project was delivered with precise assessments and smart, practical engineering decisions
We’re ready to apply the same expertise and thoughtful problem-solving to your next project.
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