American Flag Heavy Duty Windsock Description and Features 

A windsock is a requirement at many aviation, industrial or large manufacturing facilities. The Custom Windsock Co. had developed the strongest, longest lasting custom windsock on the market through the use of specialized materials, printing processes and quality manufacturing.

Fade Resistant American Flag Windsocks-  Hi-visibility windsocks are of paramount importance. Our 600D PU polyester prevents premature fading and is characterized as having "Excellent UV Protection" when independently tested as per BS EN 13758-1:2001

Waterproof American Flag Windsocks-   The use of waterproof fabrics allows for consistent windsock responsiveness, regardless of the weather. Our 600D PU polyester is coated with water proof coating and achieved a hydrostatic pressure test result of 110 mbar when independently tested as per AATCC 127-2008

Flame Resistant American Flag Windsocks - Flame resistant windsocks are a requirement for many industrial, oil and gas and other high-heat exposure installation locations. Our 600D PU polyester meets the requirements for Flame Resistant Fabrics when independently tested as per CAN/ULC-S109-2014(R2019)

Drainage Vents - Windsocks are equipped with a drainage vent at the bottom of the windsock to prevent build up of water and the eventual formation of mould within the windsock basket

Full Color Printed Windsocks- Print your logo, personalized text or full custom colored tailor-made windsock with no color limitations.

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Artwork and Proofing for Custom Windsocks and Flags

At the Custom Windsocks Company we understand that artwork can be a bit of a headache when ordering. Our aim is to take the pain out of ordering such that you can be confident in the product you're getting. 

FREE Proofs and Mock-ups

For all custom products we provide free proofs. You can rest assured that we won't simply go to production and produce something that you were not expecting. TO speed up the proofing process, add your notes in the "notes" section when ordering.  Tell us what would like to see  ie: "change my logo to red and add the text "ABC" under it".  Important note: This applies only to custom products, not  "personalized" products where you choose our design template and add your name/text.

FREE Logo Vectorization

We will vectorize your logo for free (and then give you the file!). What does this mean? It means that we will turn your lo-resolution art into "vector art" which will not pixelate when enlarged for FREE. Oftentimes this is a barrier for many people as they cannot locate their vector file from when their logo was created or they simply just don't have it. No worries, we'll do it for you AND we'll send it to you for future use with us or anyone else you may want to get things printed with for FREE (T-shirts, business cards, promo products...they all need a vector file). We'll even pull your logo off a business card, sign, T-shirt or anything you can get a decent photo of! 

FREE Logo Alteration

We can manipulate your logo so that it will show up well on your custom windsock or custom flag. This means we can take your stacked logo and turn into a landscape version so it fits well on your product or we may flip your color scheme around such that it shows up well on the windsock or flag. Of course, you can request this or we may take the liberty of doing it and then showing you a couple of options to see if you like it.    

Heavy-Duty Windsock Sizing

So you need a windsock..but now, what size?

Windsock size is often dictated by your viewing distance and how the windsock will be mounted. Of course, if you already have a frame, your windsock diameter will be set and you only need to choose a length that worlds for you. See our Visibility of Windsocks Guide below for more information

 Visibility of Windsocks from a Distance

How to Measure your Existing Windsock

 It can get confusing sometimes on how windsocks are measured. The standard is always to measure windsocks diameter and length and present it as: diameter" x length". See the below infographic guide on how to measure a windsock and determine the diameter

How to Measure Windsock Diameters 

Fitting a Windsock onto Your Double or Extended Hoop Frame

If you have a double hoop or extended hoop frame, you should ensure the replacement windsock you purchase will fit over both the outer and inner hoop of the frame. Every frame manufacturer has a different standard and thus some measuring is required to ensure that your replacement windsock will fit onto your frame. Your two options are:

1. If you do not have an existing windsock: Measure the diameter of the second hoop as well as the distance from the first hoop to the second hoop. See our visual guide below on which dimensions we require.

2. If you do have an existing windsock that fits your frame: Measure diameter of the inlet mouth, the length of the windsock as well as the diameter of the outlet mouth. See our guide above on how to measure a windsock.

Heavy-Duty Windsock Installation

For Windsock Frame Sizes 18”, 24”, 36” from the Custom Windsock Co.

For Frame Sizes 6”, 10”, 13” from the Custom Windsock Co.

Step 1) Purchase a Windsock Frame

Step 2) Purchase a stainless steel ½ NPT female coupling and a ½ NPT male pole. One size of the coupling will thread into the bottom of the windsock frame and the other will thread onto your pole. The pole you purchase may be long or short, depending on your application and if you are going to attach it to anything else. These can easily be purchased from your local hardware store or here:

1/2 NPT pole with 1/2 NPT female coupler

Step 3) Attach the pole onto your structure

• Side of building or wall: You may want to use a vertical mount like this:
• On another pole: If you’re looking to put your windsock high in the air on a pole, chances are that a small diameter pole like above won’t do the trick. You can use another coupling with one side being ½ NPT and the other side being larger so it can attach onto another larger diameter pole that can be installed in the ground. The other option is to attach it onto your larger diameter pole with hose clamps or banding

Step 4) Install the windsock with the use of HD UV rated zip ties (don't buy the white ones, the black ones are usually UV rated.  

Note: all frame manufacturers have different specifications. Contact the manufacturer of your frame for instructions on mounting. 

Shipping Policy

Get your Windsocks and Flags Online Fast

• Stock items usually ship within 24 hours (this includes orange and orange/white windsocks). You will be notified if a shipment may take longer.
• Custom printed products are made to order. Standard turn around time to create an order is approximately 5 business days prior to shipping
• Shipping occurs Monday-Friday 9:00 AM- 3:00 PM MST

Domestic and International Shipping Costs

Shipping within the Contiguous USA

• All orders of windsocks enjoy $15 flat rate shipping
• All Orders of 6"-13" frames and other windsock hardware enjoy $15 flat rate shipping

• All Orders of 18"-24" frames enjoy $35 flat rate shipping

• All Flags (Stock, Custom, Rodeo etc.) enjoy free shipping 

Non-Contiguous US States

• All orders of windsocks enjoy $35 flat rate shipping
• All Orders of 6"-13" frames and other windsock hardware enjoy $35 flat rate shipping

• All Orders of 18"-24" frames enjoy $65 flat rate shipping

• All Flags (Stock, Custom, Rodeo etc.) enjoy free shipping 

Shipping to International Destinations

• All orders of windsocks enjoy $35 flat rate shipping
• All orders of flags enjoy $15 flat rate shipping

• Windsock frames and hardware are not available for international sale online. Please reach out to a customer service representative for a quote on windsock frames if you are an international client 
  

Note on all international orders: All duties and taxes that may be incurred upon import are the customer's responsibility.  

Note: Any of the above shipping timings and costs can be changed at any time at the sole discretion of the Custom Windsock Co.

Delivery Time

Actual delivery time will vary based on your chosen shipping method. We typically use UPS to get your products to you fast.

If we are unable to ship your order within the specified time period you will be notified via phone or email of your order status.

Need Faster Shipping?

We pride ourselves on exceeding our customer's expectations. We are a flexible organization and can often do very quick turnarounds if needed. For rush Shipping and Printing options please contact us here.

Cancellations, Return and Refund Policy

Returns of Products with Defects

At the Custom Windsock Company, we want you to be satisfied when you receive your products. All custom products are tailor made to your specifications but because all the finishing and sewing is either done by hand or by a person with a sewing machine, sometimes there is potential for human error, however minimal. Under normal circumstances, our quality control department would pick up on it but sometimes things slip through and the order is dispatched. You might be wondering, what do I do incase of a manufacturing defect?

If our products are faulty in any way, you can return them within 14 days of receipt. You can contact our customer service department by calling 1-833-786-1035 or emailing info@custom-windsocks.com. Let us know your name, order number and concern and we will respond quickly to resolve your issues. We ask you provide a digital image of the fault in your product as well as a clear description of the problem.

In most cases, we will be able to resolve your issue via email. If the fault cannot be verified, you may  need to return your product to us for inspection.

Returns of Non Faulty Products

With regards to all products, we cannot accept the returns of non-defective products. This is especially true for the products that the user has customized and designed as they have been customized as per the customer request.

Cancellation/Refund Policy

Grace period 

Sometimes you may purchase a product but quickly decide that you do not wish to go through with the purchase. We wait 1 hour after you place an order to start accommodating for your order within our manufacturing queue. If you contact a representative by phone or email within the first hour then we will be able to cancel your order and issue a refund for the full amount. This hour begins form the moment you receive your confirmation email.

If you have any questions, doubts, concerns or things you wish to discuss about the product, feel free to give our team a call to address your concerns.

After Grace Period 

• If you have purchased a non-personalized/custom pritned item and you wish to return it prior to it shipping from our facility (after the 1 hour grace period has passed), a 25% restocking fee will be charged. Once a product is shipped, it may not be returned. 
• You do not have the right to return products that are customized (after the one hour grace period), even if they are not produced or shipped yet.
• In the unlikely event of a manufacturing fault, please inform us of the issue, provide pictures and we will be happy to replace your product free of charge.
• Manufacturer faults cover scratches, misprints, stitching or hemming issues. We, the manufacturer, will decide what falls under manufacturer faults.
• Complaints or claims must be notified to us within 14 days of receipt of goods or in the case of non-delivery, a reasonable time after the goods were expected to arrive.