What is a sail canvas canopy?
Canvas canopy with sails (Hypar) is the perfect choice for projects that require a minimalist roof structure by taking advantage of the tension of the reinforced canvas to stretch to many points and a relatively wide span, providing a large shading area, creating a sense of space. ventilation for the space below. Can be applied to a variety of architectural works.
The Hypar structure of the canvas canopy stretches the sail
Hyper (hyperbolic paraboloid) is one of the typical structures of Tensile Membrane Structure with a simple structure including: the canvas part is calculated and arranged into high and low points creating a three-dimensional shape, like a sail.
This type of roof structure is stable and durable, capable of withstanding loads from large amounts of rain and snow. Modern engineering technologies accurately calculate the necessary tension force, maintain structure while creating the perfect shape as desired.
Three outstanding advantages make you choose a sail canvas canopy
- Natural light: Translucent membrane fabric, guaranteed to still shield the project from the effects of harsh sunlight and UV rays but still spread the light well & evenly.
- Light-weight: canvas roofs have a weight of only one-thirtieth of the weight of traditional construction projects.
- Safety: Stretch canvas roofs have outstanding advantages compared to other materials such as glass, corrugated iron... not only because of the factors mentioned above but also because of safety, preventing objects from falling from above. High. Falling objects will bounce off the roof, avoiding the risk of falling.
What are the commonly used sail canopy materials?
The types of stretch canvas used for stretch canvas structures today can be classified into two main types: coated canvas and mesh. Coated stretch canvas has a textile-like structure and is coated with a protective layer on both sides.
Mesh stretch tarpaulin has the same structure as coated tarpaulin, but the surface has small gaps between the interwoven fibers, allowing light to pass through, so it is widely used for pool cover areas or multipurpose areas. The part is used to cover interior and exterior from sun and rain.
Issues to note when designing
The canvas canopy spreads the sail Has a simple, lightweight structure that minimizes load-bearing structures and increases usable space, suitable for all types of projects and usage needs. However, during the design and construction process, this type of roof has certain requirements that architects or investors need to pay attention to.
To optimize the shielding ability, the roof shape depends a lot on the influence of the current situation such as existing buildings, trees, etc. The load-bearing frame system can take advantage of the structure of existing buildings such as Concrete beams or columns to minimize material costs for the roof load-bearing structure.
The roof slope must ensure easy rainwater drainage and avoid water stagnation. A reasonable slope of the stretch canvas is usually recommended to be no less than 7 degrees compared to the horizontal plane parallel to the ground. Because stretch canvas has flat stretch properties, in large structures, roof areas with insufficient slope need to find solutions.
Outstanding sail canopy projects
The canvas canopy spreads the sail Applicable to rooftop garden spaces of shopping centers, creating unique and novel shapes, exceeding large spans but with a simple load-bearing structure to help increase usable space.
The canvas canopy spreads the sail helps optimize outdoor walkways or walkways of buildings, hospitals, schools... Combining materials with different light penetration properties will create beautiful shadow effects.
Reception areas of buildings, shopping centers, schools, hospitals... used The canvas roof stretches the sail to optimize an impressive reception space.
A reputable unit that constructs canvas roofs and sails in Vietnam
Sail stretch canvas awnings in particular and stretch canvas awnings in general have been used and developed for many years in developed countries around the world.
FlexiiForm Proud to be one of the leading units in Vietnam providing stretch canvas design and construction solutions. The predecessor comes from the company FasTech, FlexiiForm team brings together experts with over 10 years of experience in the industry and a team of consulting solutions according to requirements for a variety of models and projects at home and abroad. Contact FlexiiForm consulting or visit Fanpage FlexiiForm and Website to learn more about service and product information.
