Structural Design Process

We use the latest tensile structural design software for 3D fabric shape modeling, form finding and load analysis, integrated building design, joint force analysis, membrane cutting analysis, construction process simulation, and numerical wind tunnel analysis is also necessary for determining the optimum sizes for the steel, cables and fabric elements. We analyze all structural aspects of the design, such as the required design load criteria (i.e., wind, and snow loads) for the project location, using finite element analysis (FEA) software to produce final reaction loads for the concrete foundations. Developing fabric patterning of the membranes to ensure it is installed with the required pretension. They also create the detailed shop drawings needed for manufacturing of the steel members and fabrication of such membranes as PVC or PTFE membranes

During the manufacturing stage of the process, we handle all steel welding, aluminum welding, fabric patterning, fabric sewing, custom tailoring, and PVC or PFTE heat sealing. Once the manufacturing of the membrane and steel members is complete, we package the materials carefully for shipping and unpacking at the job site. We take great care to ensure that the steel structure and fabric membrane are designed to be cost-effective, aesthetically pleasing, and functional.