The Tri Beam153 Hammock Stand from Hatteras Hammocks is the strongest and safest in the industry. The stand includes three standard poles, two base poles and two offset hanging hooks that are all connected using spring pins, allowing for a simple and quick no tools assembly. Each durable pole is constructed of 2 inch 12 gauge steel and uses the patented 360 degree Right Connection153 weld to firmly secure to the spring pins. The stand is painted using the Cape Shield153 finishing process available only from Hatteras Hammocks. Cape Shield is a special technique of cleaning, preparing, and powder coating the stand to make it weather resistant and give you many years of enjoyment. This hammock stand comes with zinc plated hanging hooks as well as durable vinyl caps to protect the pole ends. This stand supports hammocks measuring 13 feet in length with chains. 450 pound weight capacity.