[K4RY] AUARC: Monitor repeaters due to Haley roof work

[Kris Kirby]

On Fri, 7 Dec 2012, John Klingelhoeffer wrote:
> This note was in the AU Daily news for today.  If you are around 
> campus during the holiday break, please watch the signals from the 
> K4RY repeaters to see if any damage is indicated.  The antennas are up 
> off the deck, but feedlines and such are vulnerable to careless 
> movement of equipment and people.  
> 
> 73
> 
> John...
> 
> 
> Haley Center roof replacement begins Dec. 10 A project to replace the 
> Haley Center roof will begin Dec. 10. Parking spaces will be affected 
> by the project. One handicap parking space and one service vehicle 
> space, designated as contractor parking, will be unavailable from Dec. 
> 10 to Feb. 18. Additional spaces will be available during this 
> construction period. A covered walkway/ADA ramp will be accessible 
> throughout the duration of the project. Flagmen and barricades will be 
> used for trucks entering and exiting the laydown area. For questions 
> or concerns, contact Roger Schwerin at (334) 707-1721. A map of the 
> area can be found on the website. 

HCARC ran the feedline for thier antennas in 2" UV-rated non-metallic 
electrical conduit across the roof. This is a good idea if any 
horizontal distance is covered. It should last about a decade or so.

--
Kris Kirby, KE4AHR
Disinformation Analyst