Tensile Membrane

Structure.

When you need practical, all-weather protection with architectural freedom

Tensile Membrane Structures are made using the same fabric and structural steel as our COLA Canopy® backed with the same industry-leading warranty of 25 years. They provide practical protection for your community from the rain and sun while allowing plenty of natural light to shine through.

Some fabrics incorporate a heat shield to keep the temperature comfortable for your students too. Due to the lightweight nature of the fabric used, there is architectural freedom to create any form imaginable. A Tensile Membrane Structure suits our widest range of applications from playgrounds to walkways, bus-stops, click & collect and eating areas and more. Large or small, these shade structures are in a class of their own.

shade warranty
waterproof shade

Key features

  • Sun and rain protection. Heat resistant. 100% waterproof. Blocks over 99% of UV rays.

  • Product warranty: 25 years. Structurally engineered using galvanised RHS steel framework and fixings for ultimate safety and durability.

  • Lead time: 3 – 6 months. From confirmation of the contract.

  • Council consent not required 49 m2 and under. If larger, we take care of the consent process

  • Cover small to large sized areas.

  • Architectural freedom to create a wide array of shapes. Fully customised to your aesthetic.

  • 100 % turn-key solution. We take care of the design, council consents, manufacture, installation, maintenance, and more with our experienced in-house, NZ-based team.

A Tensile Membrane Structure is perfect for…

  • Playgrounds

  • Walkways

  • Classroom porches

  • Outdoor learning areas

  • Picnic or eating areas

  • Click and collect areas

  • Carpark shade and shelter

  • Connecting one building to another

“Shade systems were a pleasure to deal with and brought many creative ideas to the table to help us instal the first crochet play net in Australasia. The resulting Whoa! Web has been climbed over by nearly 50,000 kids in less than a year.”

David Sutherland, Whoa Studios