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Q & A
Can
I get the specific size I need?
What are tensioned fabric structures?
What goes into our
products?
What is the Life expectancy
of Fabric-StructureTM or Fabric-ShelterTM?
Can Fabric-Structures
and Fabric-Shelters handle heavy snow loads?
What kind of
winds can a Fabric-ShelterTM withstand?
What kind of
winds can Fabric-StructuresTM withstand?
Why are Fabric-StructuresTM and
Fabric-SheltersTM your best choice?
How
are Fabric Shelters and Fabric Structures anchored?
Can
I get the specific size I need?
Yes!
With a Fabric-StructureTM you can get any size. We have
engineered and built clear span structures that are over 166' wide,
and 60' wide structures that are as tall as a six story building.
What are tensioned fabric
structures?
- Tensioned fabric structures start with metal frames. A flexible cover
is tightened over the frame to create a tensioned structure.
- Incredibly strong fabrics make it possible to construct extremely large
clear-span structures.
- Some of the largest stadiums, shopping malls, airports and other large
commercial structures are tensioned fabric structures.
What goes into our products?
Unlike some of our competitors we use only American made materials.
Our covers are made from Architectural grade PVC vinyl fabrics which
meet or exceed Federal fire retardancy requirements. Our steel is mechanical
grade structural steel tubing which is galvanized on the inside and outside,
by a process that leaves a smooth non abrasive surface thereby extending
the life of the cover.
What is the Life expectancy of
Fabric-StructureTM or Fabric-ShelterTM?
Our lightest weight vinyl covers come with a 5 year pro-rated warranty
and a life of 10 to 12 years. Upgraded covers carry 10 years pro-rated
warranties
with life expectancies of 20 -25 years. All Fabric Structures-USA® vinyl
have UV inhibitors that extend their lives.
Can Fabric-Structures and Fabric-Shelters
handle heavy snow loads?
Fabric-Structures are engineered to meet the snow load conditions for
the area in which they are to be used from 20-40 psf . Fabric-Shelters,
because of their 50% rise, shed most of the snow. You can find Fabric-StructuresTM and
Fabric-SheltersTM in Alaska, the Northwest Territories, Greenland,
and many other extreme locations around the world. In fact some of our
components have even been tested at the North Pole to ensure their integrity
in the harshest
environments.
What kind of winds can a Fabric-ShelterTM withstand?
Fabric-SheltersTM do not carry a specific wind load rating.
However, with the cover removed, the frames can sustain winds up to 125
Mph. .
What kind of winds can Fabric-StructuresTM withstand?
Fabric-StructuresTM are designed and engineered to meet
the wind load requirements of the area in which they are to be used.
Normally from 90 to 125 Mph.
Why are Fabric-StructuresTM and
Fabric-SheltersTM your best choice?
- Many do not require foundations
- Most are Portable
- Reduced installation time and costs
- All are clear span
- In many instances, permits are not required
- They can be resold
- Temporary and Permanent Applications
- Wheel Mountable and Crane Lift-able
- Modular lengths
How are Fabric SheltersTM and
Fabric StructuresTM anchored?
Fabric
SheltersTM and Fabric StructuresTM up to 60’ wide
do not require any kind of footing or foundation. If the shelter or
structure is to be placed on virgin earth or on asphalt, we supply
helix auger anchors. These anchors are similar to mobile home anchors,
only longer than the average mobile home anchor. These anchors, depending
on soil conditions can either be “augered” (screwed) into
the ground or a hole can be dug and the anchor buried and the hole
back filled and compacted. If you plan to mount your shelter or structure
concrete or pilings anchoring is very simple. We supply mounting plates
through which you will place your expansion anchors or bolts.
This
is the easiest and fastest anchoring method. Simply, layout your
Fabric Shelter or Fabric Structure and square it. Using a hammer drill,
drill right through the mounting plate hole into the concrete or piling,
then insert your expansion anchor or bolts. Because concrete thicknesses
and densities vary, we do not supply expansion anchors or nuts and
bolts for anchoring to concrete or pilings. |
