ORION Barrel Vault Fabric Canopies
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Cable Edge Barrel Vault
Cable Edge Barrel Vault
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ORION Barrel Vault tensile membrane canopies use clever engineering to create clear span covered space suitable for a wide variety of uses.
Application
Suitable for application in outdoor public or private spaces including schools and commercial sites, for outdoor dining areas, social spaces, playgrounds and more.
Description
The ORION Barrel Vault fabric canopy has a tall centre line that creates a spacious feeling under the canopy.
The flexible design aesthetic and distinctive elegant form of a tensile fabric canopy results from the characteristics unique to membrane tension. In daylight, fabric membrane translucency provides diffused, naturally lit spaces, while at night, artificial lighting can be used to create an ambient exterior luminescence. The lightweight nature of tensile membrane design requires less structural steel compared with conventional roof coverings, enabling clear spans of column-free space.
ORION tensile canopy structures use a PVC-based architectural fabric with a PVDF self-cleaning outer layer. These advanced fabrics have a lifespan equal to alternative covering materials with a 25-year design life.
Features and benefits:
- High sunlight reflectivity.
- Complies with all relevant national regulations for fire resistance.
- One-piece fabric membrane used per structure, providing a smooth, low maintenance surface.
- Soft membrane fabrics absorb echo, the sound of rain and voices to a much greater extent than a hard roof.
- Can be further enhanced with the addition of glass, polycarbonate or mesh facade, lighting & heaters
- Free from lattice beam obstructions, the clear span rafter design is suitable for sport and creates a spacious feel.
- Can be specified in both symmetric or asymmetric forms to suit all types of sites.
General information
Color | Blue Green Red Grey Orange |
Finish | Powder-coated Galvanized |
Material | Steel Fabric PVC |
Shape | Other |
Length | Bespoke |
Width | Bespoke |
Height | Bespoke |
Warranty description | 15 year Guidance for specification option: Dependent on specification. |
Uniclass | |
CAWS | B91/385 Shelter B91/330 Canopy |
Specification data - Open-sided shelters
Description | Open-sided shelter. |
Manufacturer | Urbanspec. |
Shelter description | Fabric canopy shelter with a cable edge barrel vault.Guidance for specification option: For the classic tensile fabric look, ORION Barrel Vault canopies can be specified with the membrane terminating in a cable edge which gives a scalloped effect between tensioning points. If this visual aesthetic is required as well as rainwater management, flow diverters can be specified to divert water to hoppers at specific points on the perimeter. |
Dimensions | |
Plan size | Manufacturer guidanceCan be constructed in clear span widths of up to 15 m and greater. Lengths are bespoke. Insert requirements. |
Height | Manufacturer guidanceContact manufacturer for details and insert requirements. |
Frame | |
Material | Steel. |
Finish | Polyester powder-coated.Guidance for specification option: As standard. Colours selected from a basic range or from the RAL colour selector. Contact manufacturer for details. Hot dip galvanized.Guidance for specification option: Specified for the harshest environments where a decorative finish is not required. |
Colour | Galvanized.Guidance for specification option: Hot dip galvanized. RAL colour.Guidance for specification option: Insert requirements only when specified with polyester powder-coated finish. |
Roof covering | PVC fabric - White.PVC fabric - Light grey.PVC fabric - Grey.PVC fabric - Yellow.PVC fabric - Green.PVC fabric - Lagoon.PVC fabric - Champagne.PVC fabric - Vanilla.PVC fabric - Aniseed.PVC fabric - Red.PVC fabric - Ocean blue.Manufacturer guidanceAn advanced, high quality and hard wearing product, with a smooth PVDF surface coating that stops dirt getting ingrained in the fabric, reducing the level of maintenance required to keep the roof clean. |
Rainwater drainage | Not required.Guttering.Guidance for specification option: Designed with integral steel guttering, colour powder-coated to match the canopy steel frame for long term durability and ease of maintenance. Downpipes.Guidance for specification option: Aluminium downpipes custom manufactured for each canopy with integral connections for maximum durability. Colour powder-coated finishes match the guttering and steel frame. |
Accessories | Not required.IR heaters.Guidance for specification option: External grade radiant electric heaters can be fitted to ORION canopies to provide warmth in colder weather. Post protection pads.Guidance for specification option: Foam protector pads with heavy duty PVC covers can be fitted to canopy posts for structures situated in play areas. |
Post centres | Guidance for specification option: 3.5–7.5 m. Insert requirements. Manufacturer guidanceVariations within the structure possible to avoid doorways, access routes or underground services. Contact manufacturer for details. |
Form | Symmetric. Asymmetric. Guidance for specification option: Particularly suited for locations against existing buildings. |
NumberOfRows | Single row column central. Single row column offset. Double row column. |
Sustainability data
Contains Red List materials | No |
Country of product manufacture | United Kingdom |
Material | Steel Fabric PVC |
Manufacturing plant location | |
Recyclability | All non-production steel is 100% recycled and separated at source from fabrication and sheet metal processes. |
Expected Life | 25 year |
Third party certifications
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CHAS
CHAS Advanced
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Constructline Gold Member
ISO 9001 Quality Management
ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System
smas WORKSAFE
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Case studies
New Hall School, Chelmsford, Essex
Queen Mary’s Grammar School, Walsall
Edward Worlledge Ormiston Academy
Isaac Newton Academy, London
St Peter’s Roman Catholic High School, Manchester
Marwell Zoo