A tensile structure is one supported by steel cables forming the structural elements of the roof. It can be flat or anticlastic, covered by a membrane or simply a network of cables. It offers numerous structural and architectural possibilities. ArchExpo features such structures appropriate for a variety of settings including airports, special events and sports arenas. There is also a choice of different membrane textiles, anchors and cables.
These structures have become increasingly common in the architectural environment. They are used to roof stadiums, station platforms, arenas, exposition halls, recreational facilities, festival tents, bandstands and other buildings.
Such structures use a wide variety of materials and techniques. Modern technology and innovations permit extensive spans. Their coverings require the use of sophisticated, fireproof synthetic fabrics such as PVC, FG/PTFE, ETFE or other light materials.
Choice will depend on technological possibilities. The structure should meet the needs of the project and blend into the environment.
- Innovative configurations
- Efficient use of space
- Permanent or temporary
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Metal frame supported tensile structure BARRISOL LUMIERE BARRISOL
Barrisol Lumiere features in the entire north atrium ceiling structure, covering the huge public space. The entire ceiling area...
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Width(s) : 250 cm > Product features : Optimum acoustic comfort Healthy atmosphere in humid surroundings : fabric without thermal resistance Deco : 12 colours, printable fabric, allow all your inspiration to flow...
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Metal frame supported tensile structure PM ENGINEERING SRL - PLASTECOMILANO
Aluminium structures represent the best the market has to offer in terms of quality, installation...
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Wooden frame supported tensile structure ARCHITECTURAL Haring Engineering Ltd
The distinctive appearance of Haring Dome Structures combined with their unsurpassed quality have appealed to architects and builders worldwide. With the ability to cover clear-spans up to 200m, Haring is able to build churches, gymnasiums,...
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Retractable tensile structure MEDINA HARAM PIAZZA SHADING UMBRELLAS Premier Composite Technologies
Designed to create a large convertible shading roof for the external courts in the Medina Haram Piazza, 250 25 x 25 metre shading umbrellas were commissioned to shelter 106,000m2 of the piazza from the elements and also improve climatic conditions. One single open umbrella structure spans an area of 625 m². For this...
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Membrane-cable tensile structure (canopy) REF: 1854 Tensilefabric
This summer we installed two cantilevered acoustic reception canopies in the atrium at Trowbridge County Hall. The canopies, developed to shade the reception staff from the sun above,...
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Membrane-cable tensile structure WOODARCH WOOD SYSTEM SAS
Curved beam structures in laminated wood with tensioned roofing membrane made of highly resistant polyester/pvc; structural work, assembly bolts and wind braces made...
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Membrane-cable tensile structure by PHB Group MERO-TSK
Thanks to its outstanding experience in the use of traditional and modern building materials, such as high-tech membranes, MERO was awarded the contract to design and build the most spectacular parts of the Sahara Center. The roof structure over the cinema lobby consists of seven saddle shaped membrane roof sections,...
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Membrane-cable tensile structure Signature Structures LLC
The Signature Team is comprised of experts in engineering and construction with experience in nearly every type of membrane structure. Signature designs, manufactures...
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Membrane-cable tensile structure SUNDECK SAILTEC Projekt GmbH
sunDECK textile sun roofs are designed for apparent wind speed of 100 knots (185 km/h). Our membranes accept wind loads far beyond hurricane force without problems. They are designed with the most sophisticated textile membrane software available. We created our first permanent sun...
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Frame supported dome tensile structure PANORAMA De Boer Structures Holding BV
The stunning high-tech Panorama combines state-of-the-art technology with innovative design to create the perfect venue for conferences, exhibitions, promotional tours, parties and product launches In its smallest configuration (as a circular structure of 20m in diameter), this distinctive structure provides 314m² of space with a unique panoramic view. This space can then be...
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Membrane-cable tensile structure (for stadiums) TRIBUNES ACS-PRODUCTION
The benefits of PVC membrane PVC canvas is especially well-suited to building covers for stadium stands. Its lightness ensures big clear spans. It is very bright during the day and provides great protection and comfort for spectators. When illuminated for night-time events, the...
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Membrane-cable tensile structure (for stadiums) MOSES MABHIDA PFEIFER
As one of five newly-built stadia for the Soccer World Cup 2010 in South Africa, the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban is certainly the one with the most spectacular effect on visitors. The impressive bowl is covered by an unconventional...
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Membrane-cable tensile structure (for stadiums) RDS DUBLIN Base Structures
The client required a grandstand tensile fabric canopy and wall system to cover to the seating area, however the RDS stadium frequently hosts concerts and events for which the central section...
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Membrane-cable tensile structure (for facades) MakMax Australia
The latest innovation in tensile membrane is the MakMax Architectural Façade; an alternative to traditional building façade with the added flexibility that fabric...
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Membrane-cable tensile structure (for facades) HOTEL PLAZA CANOBBIO
Scope of the project was the covering of an hotel façade under renovation. This application is particularly versatile as allows a quick manufacturing together with the possibility...
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Metal frame supported tensile structure BI-PENDENT COVER-ALL CRAMARO ITALIA
COVER-ALL is an industrial extensible or fixed tarpaulin system which can be used for various purposes: - As warehouses or as loading and unloading bays - As repair shop and garages for vehicles - For storage of inert materials. The two-sided structure with trusses and sliding on lanes on both...
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Metal frame supported tensile structure BANDSHELL Fabric Architecture
The striking Bandshell performance structure provides an engaging area with many uses. Truss work can be integrated for lighting and...
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Metal frame supported tensile structure THE CITY PLACE Eide Industries Inc.
The material used for the membrane was W.L. Gore’s Tenara 4T20 Architectural Fabric. This elegant fabric has the highest light transmission ratio per strength...
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Metal frame supported tensile structure AUTOSHADE Prat S.A.
AutoShade is a product resulting from technical knowledge and the creativity of Prat SA. Until now, shade for parking areas was a problem without a solution....
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Wooden frame supported tensile structure DBS Mont
Halls with a wooden structure The DBS MONT company range includes halls with a wooden support structure made of laminated glued girders. These wooden structures are applied for a number of reasons. One of the main reasons is the excellent load bearing capacity, and a further one is the...
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Glulam timber frame supported tensile structure EUROPLAST
The load-bearing laminated wood structures effectively enhance our production. It is undeniable that laminated wood is aesthetically the best on...
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Membrane-cable tensile structure AREA CUBICA
TENSILE STRUCTURES This is a product that differs entirely from all of the other products in the àrea cúbica catalogue as regards work method. It is a type of display for which the most important phase is the project phase. In contrast to the rest of the very standardised manufacture processes, the tensile tents are notably...
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Membrane-cable tensile structure (for circus) FOYER BAR E INGRESSO CIRCO ORTONA TENSOSTRUTTURE
Circus gives you the chance to conceive and develop new shapes and structural solutions. Until 1964 Ortona Tensostrutture is in the forefront of research...
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Modular tensile structure Tenso One Design
The modular stackable tents enable the covering of extended spaces by unique structure. Thanks to this feature they are used mainly for the production...
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Metal frame supported tensile structure (for events) INSIGNIA HIGH PEAK TENTS EPS DOUBLET
A favorite for special events, fairs, trade shows and food service use, with its ease of setup and lightweight aluminum frame, our Insignia high peak pole tents are both user-friendly...
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Membrane-cable tensile structure (for roofing) COVER SPACE® Spécial Textile
The concept has already proved its worth in use by farmers and breeders, in wastewater treatment plants and in the food processing industry many testimonies agree it's the best-suited product for our target clientele,...
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Wooden frame supported tensile structure DUOL
Our experiences in membrane technology joined Europes most modern CNC wood-processing production. Technology advantage is on our side: wide spans, customizable design, highest quality with lowest price are now possible. Wooden structure certified with international standards - DIN, EN, PEFC, OENORM, EUROCODE, ISO 9001 and others, guarantees...
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Retractable tensile structure WIMBLEDON CENTRE COURT Hightex
The retractable roof over Wimbledon’s Centre Court is a type of ‘folding fabric concertina’ tensile structure. This allows the roof to be folded into a highly compressed area and parked over the fixed canopy when not in use over the court. More...
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Wooden frame supported tensile structure PREO SMC2
Covering sports and play grounds for use throughout the year. This is PREO’s vocation. You want to make the most of an...
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Metal frame supported tensile structure OUTSIZE 2 SPRECH S.r.l.
The standard covers are verified in their structural elements according to the calculations provisions UNI EN-13782:2006,...
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Membrane for tensile structures PRECONTRAINT FORMULE S2 SERGE FERRARI
Textile membranes are structural and architectural materials, which allow every daring line, slender curve or minimalist geometrical design. Lightweight, they are also durable and recyclable which greatly contributes...
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Acoustic membrane for tensile structures FABRASORB IA Saint Gobain Performance Plastics
FABRASORB® is the trademark for a family of acoustically absorptive membranes used as liners in SHEERFILL® Architectural Membrane systems. A...
