Revolutionary tower to house base stations and antennas

Today marks a milestone in the world of telecommunications as Ericsson unveils an innovative design that will save operators time, money and that will have less of an impact on the environment.

The concept is the brainchild of product manager Peter Häger and system manager Lutfi Ay. Conventional radio base constructions are lattice or tubular steel structures, with antennas mounted on the exterior, surrounded by a chain mesh or brick/mortar fence, and coupled with a ground-based shelter to hold the radio equipment. The unsightly steel exterior usually meant these structures were something that needed to be hidden from the public eye.

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Also see www.ericsson.com/campaign/towertube/

Hat tip Russ McGuire.