One of the visual blights of the 21st century is the proliferation of antennas necessary to service our mobile phones. Every tall building, hill, mast or tower now sprouts an array of aerials, transmitters and microwave dishes. The problem has now become so acute that many local authorities are refusing planning permission unless the equipment is hidden.

GRP has been shielding antennas for many years, usually for defence applications. But its unique ability to simulate traditional materials while remaining ‘radio-transparent’ has now been recognised by the mobile telephone industry. This is a sensitive area as a result of health concerns surrounding RF transmissions, but our dependence on sophisticated communications imply that, like it or not, antennas are a fundamental part of life in the 21st century.

Harviglass has been asked to produce antenna shrouds which simulate, cupolas, chimneys, large signs, elevator housings, trees, windows, stone columns, brickwork, slate tiled roofs, doors, architectural ironwork and ventilation louvers. There are few areas where GRP cannot provide a undetectable yet radio transparent solution and with 40 years experience few companies can offer the depth of knowledge this sensitive field requires.