…“ETFE film is durable, lightweight and highly transparent in comparison with glass structures,” Konno said. “It is now considered the premium material for transparent cladding applications, whether in roofing or…
…is completed, leaving behind a stunning and iconic tensile membrane roof for travelers to enjoy for years to come. Teflon® is a registered trademark of E. I. Du Pont De…
…membrane and steel cable structure industries, teamed up with architects and engineering consultants to create canopies for this distinctive transportation facility. Just completed within the past year, Birdair provided the…
…canopy by Birdair. Operated by the Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo, a not-for-profit company, MacDonald Island Park, in Fort McMurray, Alberta, is Canada’s largest community recreation, leisure and social…
…roofing systems, is taking its lineup of premium materials one step further with the introduction of TensothermTM, a next-generation composite roofing material that solves an important industry challenge. Birdair,…
…exceeding 30 years. The PTFE coating is chemically inert and capable of withstanding extreme temperatures. It is also completely immune to dangerous UV radiation. This unique combination of inertness, thermal…
…using compressed steel, weighs approximately 1,950 tons. Applying these components to the roofing system allowed engineers to suspend two 15-ton scoreboards from opposite ends of the canopy. The intriguing fabric…
…combination of materials delivers a composite system that is lighter than any other insulated roofing option, ideal for small/mid-size to long-span applications. Decreased weight limits the need for heavy supporting…
…to meet the most demanding building codes and standards in subtropical regions such as Florida, Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. This includes the Miami-Dade County Building Code Compliance Office’s requirements…
…was awarded a new contract to design and build two additional PTFE structures. “This will be the third project that Birdair has completed for the DFW airport—we completed one in…
…last five years and is even required in numerous states in order to comply with energy codes. Until lately, however, it has been feasible for only those offering more traditional…
…Inc. “Had this been a traditionally roofed structure, the heavier components used for support, such as metal beams and concrete, could have come loose and injured, potentially significantly, patrons of…