Tensile Fabric Structures
Our range of high quality waterproof tensile fabric structures are perfect for outdoor classrooms, student social areas, play areas, walkways, al fresco dining areas and for creating covered car parking.
Our tensile fabric structure range includes cantilever structures, umbrellas and free standing tensile canopies. Able Canopies are committed to providing you with the perfect outdoor cover solution through our wide range of standard tensile structures, along with a bespoke Design & Build service.
Tensile fabric structures offer many benefits, such as high UV protection, 100% waterproofing and high durability. They are a stylish alternative to a polycarbonate roofed canopy and create a stunning architectural feature to an area. With 40 fabric colours to choose from, and the option to colour the steel frame of the structure too, you have complete freedom to create the colour combination you desire, with the reassurance that our fabric’s exceptional dimensional stability will ensure the fabric holds its shape for many years to come.
We also have a range of commercial umbrellas which can be found here: Commercial Umbrellas
For complete quality assurance, all our fabric structures are installed by our fully trained and DBS checked fitting teams who have installed thousands of canopies and shelters at schools, nurseries, and commerical properties across the UK.
Benefits of a Tensile Fabric Structure
- Attractive, Sleek Finish – Our tensile fabric structures have attractive, sleek appearances which creates striking, features of your shade and shelter structure
- Fully Waterproof – Covered with fully waterproof tensile fabric
- Strong Fabric – Our Tensile fabric has an unmatched strength with a weight of 590 g/sqm
- Wide range of colours – The fabric is available in 40 colours including bright, vibrant colours to mellow, calming colours
- High UV Protection – Offers high UV protection from the sun’s harmful UV ray’s
- Easy to maintain and clean – Ease of maintenance with a consistently smooth appearance
- Robust permanent structures – All structures are strong designs that are made to last for many years to come
- Flame Resistant – The Fabric has a 10 year warranty that it will remain flame retardant for that period of time
- 5 Year guarantee – The fabric comes with a 5 year guarantee and a life expectancy of 10 – 15 years
Why Choose Able Canopies?
Able Canopies have been supplying and installing canopies for over 18 years and has extensive experience within the industry. We are committed to ensuring all customers are fully satisfied with the service and product received from us.
Our tensile structures are covered with the highest grade tensile fabric that is flame resistant, fully waterproof and has a 5 year guarantee. They are permanent structures that are safe to be left outside in all weather conditions and protects those underneath from the rain and sun.
All of our products are installed by our fully trained installation teams that are all DBS checked and are therefore safe to work around young children and vulnerable adults. Our aim is always to install the canopy with minimum disruption to the running of your normal day and we will always leave the site clean and tidy when we leave.
Tensile Fabric Structures FAQ’s
Q. Are they waterproof?
A. Yes our Tensile Fabric Structures are completely waterproof structures perfect for outdoor classrooms, play areas, walkways, al fresco dining, waiting areas and for creating covered car parking. They will not absorb moisture and are designed to perform well in all weather conditions.
Q. What colours can I choose for the fabric?
A. The fabric is available in 40 colours including metallic finishes ensuring there is a colour option for everyone.
Q. Can we take them down at the end of the day?
A. Our fabric structures are permanent structures. They are designed specifically to be left outdoors 365 days a year and will not need re-tensioning.
Q. Why do the structures not need re-tensioning?
A. The structures do not need re-tensioning as they are installed at high tension. Stainless steel cables are used around the edge of the structure to prevent sagging.
Q. Can we attach the fabric to our own installed posts?
A.The posts are professionally engineered and so we cannot normally attach the fabric to existing posts.
Q. Do they give us much protection from the sun?
A. During manufacture, a thick surface coating is put over the material which gives approximately 99% UV protection.
Q. What is the typical price of a tensile fabric structure?
A. All our products are bespoke so please call us to discuss your requirements. You can also take advantage of our free site survey where one of our experienced surveyors can discuss with you your requirements. Please call us on 0800 389 9072.
Q. Do you offer supply only?
A. We can provide a supply only service on the Ulverston umbrella, please contact us for more details
Q. How long does it take to install the tensile structure?
The installation can take from one to two days depending on the size of the structure.
Q. How are the tensile structures installed?
A. The posts are specially engineered to carry the weight of the fabric. Concrete is first poured into newly excavated holes. Once this has set the posts can be bolted to a mesh layer which is put on top of the concrete. Once the posts are installed, the waterproof fabric can then be attached to the posts and tensioned using stainless steel cables and tensioned plates. This makes them an extremely strong commercial system.
Q. What is your lead time?
A. As we manufacture our products, our usual lead times are six to eight weeks. The school summer holidays are our busiest period but we will always endeavour to get your canopy installed at a time most suitable for you.
Q. Will we need planning consent?
A. You need to contact your local council to find out if you require planning permission or building regulations. We do offer help with planning. Please contact us for your free planning guide.
Q. Have you installed in my area?
A. We have installed thousands of shade sails, canopies and shelters across the UK. To see installations in your area visit our Installation gallery.
Q. Do you have any measures to prevent people climbing the posts?
A. We can supply and install anti climb cones which are steel strips which point downwards preventing people climbing the posts. Click here to view our Anti Climb Cones
Q. How do we maintain our tensile fabric structure?
A. To maintain your tensile fabric structure, we recommend that you periodically clean the roof with a solution of warm water and a non-abrasive cleaner.
Q. Can a tensile fabric structure be moved after installation?
A. Yes, the relocation would be charged at an installation only price, but it is possible to move the structure to a different location.
Q. Does the price include installation?
A. Yes. The price we quote you includes installation, concrete base and making good around the posts after excavations.
Q. Will I be harassed by sales people?
A. We do not employ commission driven sales people so you will not get hounded with telephone calls. What we do promise, is to contact you once we have sent your quote out to ensure you have everything you need.
Q. Will I be getting value for money?
A. With our tensile fabric structure you get excellent value for your money. We provide a system which offers quality and longevity at excellent value.
Q. How much disruption will you cause during the installation of the tensile fabric structure?
A. We aim to make the minimum disruption to your site during the installation and we will always leave the site clean and tidy upon completion.
Q. Are your workforce DBS checked?
A. Yes our surveyors and fitting teams are all DBS checked.
Do you do the groundworks for the posts?
Yes. The price we quote you includes installation and making good around the posts after excavations.
Contact us
If you have any questions, or to find out if you qualify for a Free Site Survey call now: 0800 389 9072 or email: sales@ablecanopies.co.uk
Tensile Fabric Structures systems
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Windsor Tensile Fabric Canopy
The Windsor is an attractive steel canopy covered with waterproof tensile fabric, which is available in 17 vibrant colours. It is available in a range of sizes from 4m x 4m to cover a small-medium area or up to 9m x 9m. More than one canopy can be installed together to create weather protection to much larger areas, making it ideal for covering outdoor dining areas within schools and commercial settings.
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Codale Conic Tensile Fabric Canopy
The Codale Conic is a stylish canopy that is perfect for a range of applications including a colourful playground canopy, outdoor dining canopy and student social or study canopy. It can span from as little as 3m x 3m up to 7m x 7m as a single structure, or the length and width of your choice by installing multiple structures together seamlessly to create one large structure as shown in a selection of the photos above.
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Codale Junior Tensile Fabric Canopy
The Codale Junior is a cost-effective version of the Codale Conic, it is suited to those that have smaller budgets and would like to create cover areas up to 25m². It features a strong steel frame which is covered with a waterproof tensile fabric that is available in a wide range of colours. Popular uses for this product includes outdoor classrooms, playground canopies and alfresco dining shelters within schools, holiday parks, visitor attractions and sports centres.
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Kendal Cantilever Tensile Fabric Canopy
The Kendal is an attractive tensile fabric canopy system which has a smooth modern look. It is constructed from a steel tubular framework and is covered with the finest waterproof tensile fabric making this a robust system which provides excellent cover from the weather. The fabric and frame are available in a wide range of colours so you can brighten up your outside area with your new canopy, or choose colours that blend in seamlessly.
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Banbury Waterproof Shade Sail
The Banbury is a waterproof shade sail that features high strength waterproof tensile fabric which has a smooth finish, making it easy to clean. The fabric is also fully UV resistant, waterproof, fire retardant, has anti-fungicidal properties and is available in a choice of 17 different colours. This stylish shade sail style canopy looks fantastic in contemporary environments as well as more traditional settings.
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Evershade Waterproof Shade Sail
The Evershade is a steel framed waterproof tensile structure that has a shade sail design with the aesthetics of a full canopy frame rather than just posts. It is available in sizes from 3m² to 6m² and multiple sections can be added together to create extra-large structures, allowing you to cover large outside dining areas or outdoor play and learning areas outside. Due to its durability and cost-effective design, this shade sail canopy is perfect for organisations who would like a waterproof shade sail but at a lower cost.
