The Wide Use of Tensile Structures

Posted by rajaram patil on September 24th, 2019

Tensile structures are thin shelled structures that are constructed of elements which carry only tension with no involvement of bending or compression. Compression rings, beams or masts are used for supporting the structures. The tensile membrane structures are used for the construction of sports facilities, storage buildings, warehousing, exhibition venues and occasionally even for the construction of complete buildings. But they are most commonly seen to be used as tensile roof fabric. The doubly curved shape is responsible for providing strength to most of the fabric structures. With the aid of the double curvature, the fabric structure gains adequate firmness to resist the forces that are exposed on it.

The Serge Ferrari group is a French company established in 1973 that produces light weight, durable and flexible composite membranes. They provide a distinctive weight/performance ratio along with other innovative introductions which made them the technological leader in the industry. They produce a huge variety of products that has made a name for themselves in the market in terms of durability, recyclability and light weight. Their products range from tensile roof material that provide protection to the terrace of your home to marine upholstery to big international stadiums and use highly resistant precontraint 502 satin. The company has 830 associates, 100 distributors with 1500 French and foreign customers. The indoor and outdoor blinds, terrace blinds and awnings manufactured by the company offer high thermal performance and user comfort, thereby saving energy in the process.

Natural light is also transmitted through Serge Ferrari tensile fabric used as shading structures. The company also provides flexible, durable and innovative solutions for the betterment of indoor and outdoor acoustic comforts. The breathable waterproof façade coverings with distinctive visual identity and outside visibility that are used for renovation and building construction purposes, provides protection against heat and dazzle. Serge Ferrari also offers modular structures that are used in tents, canopies, open air hotels, bungalows and fabric lodges.

They durable membranes provide resistance to extreme weather conditions as well as designed to protect against fire. The Serge Ferrari fabrics are used on indoor as well as outdoor furniture due to their contemporary design and easy maintenance. They are used as upholstery for furniture and on sling seats.