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Membrane structure’s are a perfect combination of the architecture and structure. It combines fabrics of high tensile strength and flexibility together with a support system to form stable bent surface of certain firmness. It creates expansive dramatic spaces and withstands great load from outside. Due to features such as its lightweight structure, fire-resistance, ease of fabrication, quick installation, energy savings and ease of maintenance, it has been used in a wide variety of applications all over the world. This kind of structure is especially suitable for use in Resorts, Golf Clubs, Public recreation sites, Exhibition halls and Shopping center to name a few.
In terms of membrane structure’s Skyspan has chosen to concentrate on the following 3 forms. They are Frame Supported Structures, Tension Structures & Commercial Umbrellas.

A focus on protection allows commercial sites to provide great weather protection with ease of mind. Here are a few criteria for selecting your umbrella structure with your patron’s protection in mind.
1. Wind-Rated: selecting a dependable wind-rated umbrella gives ease of mind for the product owner. Every day people pass by restaurants that leave their umbrellas closed due to a lack of confidence in the weather. Skyspan’s 75mph wind ratings allows for peace of mind for nearly all weather conditions. Rather than worry about damaged to your umbrellas, patrons, and property; choose an umbrella that can be left open with confidence.
2. Waterproof: the whole original concept behind the umbrella is to provide protection against the rain, and yet today the majority of umbrellas in commercial use are merely water resistant. Skyspan umbrella structures are 100% waterproof and allows your patrons to decide whether they would prefer to spend their time inside or outdoors.
3. UV-Rated: skin cancer is the fastest growing cancer in the United States, and with this is a growing concern over skin protection amongst Americans. By choosing umbrellas are 100% UV rated you can provide excellent protection from exposure to UVA and UVB rays.
4. Noncorrosive: many of commercial umbrellas out on the market are made of wood and steel. While these may be visibly appealing they tend to do poorly after long exposure to the elements, particularly close to salt water. Choose an umbrella that is made from aluminum and guarantees a non-rusting warranty. This will help ensure that three years later you’re not forced to purchase another umbrella.
5. Invest: While umbrella structures tend to cost more than your run-of-the-mill umbrellas, they need to be seen as an investment. Rather than having to replace your umbrella each season, choose a product that guarantees wind-ratings, waterproofing, UV ratings, and durability. By doing so you’ll not only protect your patrons, but also your time and money.
By meeting these criteria and by investing in a Skyspan Umbrella Structure, you can be sure that you will be able to provide superior weather protection, and have ease of mind with a superior product.
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There are several distinguishing features separating Shade Structures from Architectural membranes. Here are five key points of differences to consider when choosing between the two for your commercial application.
1. Weather Protection: Many architectural membrane structures are made with Ferrari fabric which provides all weather protection in the form of waterproof. Architectural membrane structures are also year round structures, able to stand up to sleet and snow. With High density polyethylene fabric (HDPE fabric or shade cloth) air is able to pass through the fabric more easily causing less strain on the columns. HDPE is water resistant, but cannot withstand snow loads or year round usage. PVDF; however, catches considerable amounts of wind and acts as a boat sail. To counter this added pressure on supports and columns, PVDF structures will often have thicker steel to compensate for the impact of wind loads.
2. Fabric: The largest difference between shade and PVDF structures is the difference in the fabric itself. HDPE fabric generally comes from Australia or South Africa and requires shade companies to keep several colors in their inventory (generally around 10 colors). HDPE fabric is cut into segments which are then stitched together when assembling the canopy. Some PVDF fabric such as Ferrari (one of the largest PVDF fabric manufacturers in the world) is manufactured in France, and comes in over 30 colors. These fabrics are also generally stocked by a distributer here in the United States. PVDF fabric is wielded using high frequency wielders rather than the stitching used with shade cloth.
3. Pricing: Where HDPE is lacking in year round usage, it makes up for this difference with its inexpensive price point. Shade cloth often costs approximately five to six dollars per square footage. PVDF fabric is often a third more and up depending on the thickness of fabric used. A job such as the Denver airport would cost 5-10 times as much.
4. UV-Rated: With skin cancer quickly becoming a growing concern in the United States, skin protection is becoming a serious trend amongst Americans. High density polyethylene fabric (HDPE) has a 97% UV ratings, and PVDF structures are 100% UV rated. By choosing either type of shade fabric the commercial customer will be able to provide excellent protection from exposure to UVA and UVB rays.
5. Lead Times: The majority of shade and architectural membrane jobs that are manufactured require site specific drawings and designs. This trend results in approximately three to five week lead times. Despite this need for engineering, by going with a pre-engineered architectural membrane structure you can avoid these waits and have your product in one or two weeks and still get a quality product.
By carefully weighing the differences in HDPE and PVDF fabrics you will be able to select a shade structures that takes into consideration your: weather, budget, location, urgency for manufacturing, and fabric preference.
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