The following reference materials are useful in understanding why corrosion is a problem on tower anchors and why the AnchorGuard® system is the best solution.

Understanding and Preventing Guyed Tower Failure Due to Anchor Shaft Corrosion -- This technical paper has been presented at national conferences and provides a thorough look at how to prevent corrosion.

Anchor Inspection Standard -- Surface and Subsurface inspection guidelines.

Action Plan Flow Charts to assist in determining appropriate plan of action to protect anchors.
Flow Chart - Existing Towers
Flow Chart - With Inspection

Corrosion Severity Factor -- When doing tower inspections, make sure to take a look at these corrosion descriptions and photos. They will help you access the severity of your anchor corrosion.

Technical Bulletin -- Tower Failure from Anchor Corrosion

Specifications -- These specs give you the specifics on implementing industry standards and determining which guyed towers need AnchorGuard.

Sample Spec -- This short specification is suitable for adding into your own specs for a new tower protected by AnchorGuard®.

AnchorGuard® Installation Instructions -- in Adobe PDF format.