Tensile structures provide great flexibility. We offer a variety of industry leading materials including coated (PVC) membranes, Teflon Coated Fiberglas (PTFE) fabrics and High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) all being available in many colors and base weights.
All tensile fabric are virtually maintenance-free and when under tension or in the tensile state, these fabric membranes offer durability and fire resistance to meet building codes. We offer many tensile fabric options and recommend brands from Ferrari, Sioen and Mehler high performance textiles that are exclusively designed for tension and tensile fabrics structures. Tensile structures are cost effective when compared to conventional structures, because their innovative form and inherent efficiencies lead to a reduction in the building materials required to build the structure.
The smooth, reflective surfaces of our PVC, PTFE and ETFE tensile structures reduce lighting and cooling costs, reduce solar gain and make the buildings more energy efficient. All membrane panels are tensioned both vertically and horizontally with hydraulic jacks, rigid purlins and cable and mast tension systems. we offer many types of tensile structures fabrics that will suit your building needs. Below are typical fabrics used in tensile Structure.
PVC Coated Polyester
PVC Fabric with PVDF top coat self-cleaning lacquering layer for improved UV resistance. These PVC fabrics is Most commonly used in the construction of tensile structures .PVC Fabric is chosen not only for its excellent strength, flexibility and translucency, but also for its impressive Service life of 25+ years. PVC fabric is mainly used for dramatic & beautiful form in tensile fabric structures, however its wide range of colours and suitability for printing also makes it ideal for banners. Because PVC fabric can be folded, it’s suitable for both temporary and retractable structures. The PVC polyester coating includes UV resistance, fire retardant additives, colouring and anti-fungicides and it can be fully recycled – making this a well-rounded fabric.
Polytetrafluoroethylene
PTFE, or polytetrafluoroethylene, is a Teflon®-coated woven fiberglass membrane that is extremely durable and weather resistant. PTFE-coated fiberglass is a low maintenance fabric which is perfect for large complex structures, with a 30+ Year Service life. Its tensile strength is very impressive and it does not become brittle or discolour with age. PTFE-coated fiberglass is completely chemically inert and resistant to moisture and micro-organisms. Rain on the Teflon outer layer cleans it – every time. Once installed, PTFE-coated fiberglass fabric is actively bleached by UV light, which gives the effect of a lasting bright white appearance.
Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE)
Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE) film is durable, highly transparent and very lightweight in comparison to glass structures. ETFE is considered the material of choice, from traditional skylight applications to long span structures and building facades. Few building materials can match ETFE for its impact or presence when you want a structure that stands out from the crowd. Its lifespan is over 25+ years and it has excellent weathering properties. ETFE film, conventionally used in agricultural applications such as greenhouses or for the coating of solar cells, has since demonstrated its worth in the architectural sector as well.
Lycra
Lycra is a synthetic fiber known for its exceptional elasticity. It is stronger and more durable than natural rubber. The chief characteristic of Lycra is its ability to stretch several times its size and return to its original shape. It’s also lightweight, durable, easily to install & cost effective fabric which can be used in many areas and application includes exhibition, Events and interior architectural structures. Lycra is an adaptable fabric which can be digitally printed also and is available as a fire retardant product.
PVC Mesh
PVC-coated mesh is weaved during fabrication, resulting in increased tensile strength. This enhanced tensile material offers architects and building owners greater versatility during the design phase of project development, diminishing concerns about fabric compatibility and size. PVC-coated mesh has been designed for flat surface applications, lending itself to exciting graphic image printing possibilities for commercial projects and more. PVC Mesh fabric can be used for interior solar shading and managing sunlight and glare in atriums or in spaces with large glazed walls.
Stainless steel wire mesh
Stainless steel wire mesh is used within a wide variety of industries since it is one of the most common materials for woven wire mesh products besides mild steel and galvanized steel with different properties. A correctly installed net structure should have at least twice the lifespan of a synthetic net (20 years +). There are several uses and benefits stainless steel wire mesh. They have often been used in the field of agriculture, industries as well as sites of construction.
Polyethylene (PE) & Polypropylene (PP) Mesh
These nets are known for its excellent resistance to chemicals and its recyclability. These nets are ideal solutions for simple and smaller aviary structures providing cost effective lightweight solutions for both wall and roof panels. Due to their lightweight nature and the fact that the material can easily be trimmed to size onsite, installation is relatively quick. These meshes are rot and UV resistant. Correctly installed meshes, with a good maintenance programme, could be expected to last up to 10 years in ideal circumstances.