Canopy for Primary School Sports Court
Tue Aug 05 2025
Project Description
We were approached by a local construction company to provide a tension membrane sports canopy solution for a turfed sports court in the area. The canopy needed to cover a space measuring 28.3m wide by 27m long and must be free of all traditional bracing elements. As this was their first experience designing and building a tension membrane canopy, we advised their engineer on the specific requirements for this product and the loads applied by the membrane on the structure.
Due to the canopy's size, we manufactured the membrane in two large sections using a high-frequency welder and then joined them as one piece. This approach accelerated the manufacturing process, allowing us to complete the 764 sqm membrane in just four days. The installation process took an additional three days, carried out by four of our staff members.
Project Highlights
Unique Aspects
The project required extensive collaboration with the client's engineer to educate them on the typical design and construction methodologies for this type of project. Additionally, we leveraged new fabrication processes to expedite membrane production without delaying any other ongoing projects. The installation posed challenges, particularly with unloading the 1500 kg membrane onto the structural frame; however, once this was accomplished, the remainder of the installation proceeded smoothly and efficiently.
Project Summary
Our team successfully delivered a 764 sqm tension membrane canopy made from Serge Ferrari 902 S2 fabric for a local netball court. The construction company and the school were amazed by the rapid installation process, with the cover going up in record time. Their satisfaction with the end result has led to discussions about future collaborations on similar projects.
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