ETFE CANOPIES

ETFE is a type of sheeting commonly used in roofing materials. It is a fluorine based plastic polymer that is similar to Teflon.

Weighing in at less than 1% of the weight of glass, ETFE film is durable, highly transparent, and very lightweight material, making it an increasingly popular alternative to glass for roof structures.

It is often utilised for long span structures such as shopping centres, airports, and sports complexes as well as building facades. Designed, engineered, and supplied in two formats, ETFE roof structures can be supplied as a single layer membrane supported by a cable net structure, or with an ETFE cushion system.

Benefits of ETFE Roofs over other Materials

Versatile and Transparent

ETFE roofs are more versatile than roofs made of other materials as they can be designed with a flat or curved canopy. Another benefit of ETFE film is it allows brilliant light transparency (over 95%) which makes it a great option for roofs or skylights where the idea is to let in more light.

Easy Design Integration

ETFE also requires minimal foundations or supporting steel framework when compared with a traditional tensile roof structure. This not only makes ETFE a more affordable option but also an easier material to work with which therefore reduces total build time.

Sustainable and Eco-Friendly

Another factor in the increasing popularity of EFTE as a material is it’s eco credentials which make it more sustainable than many other materials. ETFE is both easily recyclable and long-lasting so there’s no compromise.

Durable and Dependable

As mentioned earlier, ETFE is a very reliable and high-quality material because it has a durability, elasticity and strength that creates very low maintenance and long-lasting structures. ETFE is also known for being good for extreme climatic conditions which makes it perfect for any use.

Uses of ETFE Structures

ETFE was originally developed for the aeronautics industry where it was used for insulation in electrical wiring. The first application of the material in the construction industry was at Burgers’ Zoo in The Netherlands in 1982 after it was redeveloped in the 1970’s for construction.

Since then, it has gained popularity as a roofing material for different use cases with one of the most notable being the Eden Project.

Some applications of ETFE structures include:

ETFE Roofs
ETFE Façades
Greenhouses
Renovations and Improvements
Temporary ETFE Structures

Design, Manufacturing, and Installation with the South West’s Leading ETFE Structure Provider

With more than 20 years’ experience working with tensile structures, canopies, and event structures, we have all the capabilities we need to deliver your project. ARC Structures work across the UK and internationally to design, manufacture, build, install and maintain tensile fabric structures which perform for our clients creatively and functionally.

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