• Dome observatories (telescope dome)

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Advance Mouldings’ observatory domes (often called telescope domes) are manufactured in association with international astronomer Norman Walker of Stargazer^® Products.

These innovative, high quality telescope domes have been developed to be low maintenance and deliver the ideal observing conditions.

All fastenings used in the Stargazer^® observatory domes are made from stainless steel to further reduce maintenance and maintain the quality of the products.

Speak to Advance Mouldings today about Stargazer^® dome observatories and make your dark skies come to life. Phone 01273 813456 or send an email to discuss your requirements.

Why choose a Stargazer^® dome observatory?

Standard rotation heads in dome observatories require almost constant maintenance. The weight and stress load causes premature failure of the components.

The Stargazer^® observatory dome uses a ‘floatation’ system, delivering a reliable, low-maintenance and low-friction bearing. Where the floatation system is not needed, the Stargazer® telescope domes can also be manufactured with a solid GRP azimuthal bearing system.

Stargazer^® ‘foam sandwich’ dome system

A ‘foam sandwich’ is built into the structure of the dome. This provides insulation and ensures the inside of the dome observatory is maintained at around the same temperature as the outside environment at sunset. The foam sandwich insulation protects your sensitive equipment from extreme temperatures and delivers a more comfortable user-experience.

If your budget is limited or the foam sandwich insulation is not required, a solid fibreglass dome is also available in the Stargazer^® range.

Supply and delivery of Stargazer^® observatory domes

When you order a Stargazer^® observatory dome, you can choose to have it delivered fully assembled or delivered in kit form for DIY assembly.

If you choose the DIY assembly option, your telescope dome will be delivered as a set of GRP mouldings which you can trim, drill and assemble on-site.

Stargazer Products and Norman Walker

Norman Walker is a highly respected astronomer and was formerly a research scientist at the Royal Greenwich Observatory. Norman was the founder of Stargazer Products and developed the range of Stargazer Domes to help amateur astronomers carry out work of scientific value.

About Norman Walker

During his 31 years at the Royal Greenwich Observatory, Norman Walker made several significant scientific discoveries. He was also responsible for developing new instruments, and designed and installed an international observatory in the Spanish Sierra Nevada.

In addition, Norman Walker is the author of over 60 scientific research papers and numerous articles on astronomy. He has made several television and radio broadcasts, and lectured at both NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) and ESA (European Space Agency), and worked with many internationally acclaimed astronomers.

Norman Walker’s wealth of knowledge and experience has been brought to the Stargazer® products, making these astronomical domes amongst the best available on the market.

Advance Mouldings Ltd is the UK’s sole manufacturer of Stargazer^® domes. For more information or for dome observatory enquiries, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or phone 01273 813456.