Tension structures are seemingly installed in the blink of an eye. However, there are specific steps installation teams must follow. Six steps are detailed in this post to help assist installation teams and building owners during their own installations.
One of the most important functions of government is serving the public. However, it’s hard for a government agency to be responsive to disasters while waiting for traditional construction to be complete. When disaster strikes, shelter needs to be provided quickly to constituents to protect them from harm. Portable tension structures have a number of benefits, offering the perfect solution for local governments in need of emergency response facilities or in need of additional building space.
Maintenance of your architectural fabric structure is a crucial aspect of maximizing its lifespan and performance. There is one important distinction between structure types and the required maintenance; frame, tension, and air supported structures generally have specific maintenance requirements set forth by the manufacturer.
The initial design criteria for architectural fabric structures is critical when looking at the long-term performance of your structure. Consideration must be given to the architectural fabric skin such as proper tensile strength, flame resistance, weight, coating adhesion, type of coating, and top finish to ensure the performance of the structure. When creating a design for your architectural fabric structure, consider the following five factors.
Architectural fabrics have become a more commonly used building material in the commercial space over the years, yet people are still hesitant to specify them over more traditional materials, such as brick and mortar. Below you will find four reasons why you should specify architectural fabrics for your next commercial building project.
What determines the life expectancy of a fabric structure, specifically the fabric itself? How does an owner select a building material when warranties often tout long time frames with no real substance? There are several items to consider, all of which contribute to the life of the coated fabric used in the building construction.