Bell Towers from Christoph Paccard Bellfoundries

Bell
towers are captivating pieces of architecture that have graced
some of the most beautiful buildings in cities all over the world.
Bell towers house large cast bronze bells that chime loudly, so
that you can hear them all throughout a city. They traditionally
were attached to civic centers or town hall buildings because they
were usually located towards the center of town. They could also
be constructed to stand alone in parks or other campuses. Originally
bell towers served the utilitarian purpose of informing the citizens
of the town or city of the time, when special events like weddings
or funerals were happening and even alerted them of dangerous situations,
like fires or floods. Their size was a significant part of their
construction, because the higher the bell tower was, the further
away people could hear it. Bigger cities tended to have larger
bell towers. Some of the most famous bell towers in the world are
the Campanile di San Marco in Venice, Italy and the bell
tower at Notre Dame in Paris, France.
In modern times, bell towers are used as a decorative ornament
that can enhance any local landscape. A lot of cities, towns, universities
and company compounds have all had bell towers installed on their
grounds, because they are very useful and people love the sound
of their alluring chime. The designs might have been updated through
the years, but the old world appeal is very much alive in today’s
bell towers. They are a very tasteful addition that can make a
very distinct impression on any passersby.
Christoph Paccard can help you design and construct a bell tower
for your specific application. We are passionate about creating
beautifully crafted bell towers that house remarkably toned bell
instruments. Structural steel or brick and mortar designs are used
to construct our world class bell towers, which are fabricated
to complement the aesthetic value of any layout. Christoph Paccard
also has the capability to work with architects and builders to
custom design a bell tower that is as individualized as your specific
landscape.
Christoph
Paccard bell towers feature beautifully toned bell instruments
that produce warm, rich chimes that are truly one of a kind. The
bells used in the creation process of our bell towers are designed
to deliver a prime tone that is based on a specific musical note.
The hum, minor third, fifth and octave tones, which are all a result
of the initial strike, will also be tuned to ring with clarity
and musical accuracy. We use a simple tuning fork and high-end
digital equipment to make sure that the bell instruments that are
used in our bell towers ring with precision.
We implement the highest standards for craftsmanship into erecting
bell towers that are top quality, because we are committed to perfection.
Our bell towers are crafted to amaze, with classically appealing
designs that feature bells that chime pitch perfectly and generate
a resonance that is completely unique. A Christoph Paccard bell
tower can be the perfect accent to any project.
Please call us at 1-800-849-6670 to
learn more about how we can help you design the best solution
to meet your needs. |