Disassembling the telecommunications tower in Schwerin: helicopter carries out the removal of the top section
The Schwerin Telecommunications Tower, a significant landmark and radio site in the city, is set for dismantling as part of modernization and infrastructure renewal efforts. Operated by DFMG Deutsche Funkturm GmbH, the process will involve a carefully phased approach to ensure safety and minimal disruption to media and communication services.
The first phase of the plan, preparation and safety measures, includes securing the site, ensuring safety protocols for workers and the public, and coordinating with local authorities.
In the second phase, gradual dismantling will take place. This will involve the systematic removal of antenna equipment, transmitters, and cabling, followed by the step-by-step disassembly of the tower's structural components. Heavy machinery and cranes will likely be used in this process.
Environmental considerations are also a priority. Proper disposal or recycling of materials, and minimizing environmental impact during dismantling, are key aspects of the plan.
As for the impact on media and communication services, DFMG has planned transition measures to ensure continuity. This could involve relocation of transmission equipment to alternative sites or newer towers, temporary signal rerouting or backup systems, and coordination with broadcasters and telecom providers to manage the switch smoothly.
The dismantling aims to upgrade or replace outdated infrastructure, potentially leading to improved signal quality and enhanced communication services once new equipment or towers are operational. However, during the dismantling phase, minor, carefully managed disruptions might occur but are generally minimized through thorough planning.
Following the dismantling of the GFK-Zylinder, the Schwerin Telecommunications Tower will no longer have a top section made of GFK material. The top section, which is no longer needed for technical reasons, will be dismantled in August 2025 using a helicopter, weather conditions permitting.
The current top section of the Schwerin Telecommunications Tower consists of two parts: a steel mast 11.04 meters long and the GFK-Zylinder top section, approximately 9.68 meters long. These radio services, which previously housed in the GFK-Zylinder, now transmit from a nearby transmission mast.
The Schwerin Telecommunications Tower, standing at a height of 125.68 meters, remains an essential part of the radio infrastructure for directional and mobile radio services. It is worth noting that DFMG operates a portfolio of over 36,200 radio sites, including major German television towers.
For more detailed information about the exact timeline or alternative arrangements, contacting DFMG Deutsche Funkturm GmbH directly or reviewing local public notices would provide the most precise information. No anticipated disruptions to media or communication services are expected due to the dismantling works.
In the realm of DFMG's ambitious modernization plan, the industry of technology will play a significant role in the dismantling process, as heavy machinery and cranes – atestiment to technological advancement – will be employed for the systematic removal of antenna equipment, transmitters, and cabling, as well as the step-by-step disassembly of the tower's structural components. Furthermore, finance will be a crucial aspect, as transition measures are planned to ensure continuity of media and communication services, potentially involving the acquisition or deployment of new equipment or towers.
