…the center of the park’s plaza space to provide shade to visitors. With the new tensile cable net structure in place, the plaza space will be used in the summer…
…a beautiful new complex complemented by 17 inverted PTFE membrane cone-structure canopies by Birdair. San Diego Airport’s consolidated Rental Car Center, set to open in 2016, will house leading national…
…First opened in 1983, 1,800 people use the facility each day. Current daily facility users range from Olympic caliber athletes to community members. A renewed Talisman Centre will help provide…
…from the 19th-century.” Located on the grounds of Staten Island’s famous Snug Harbor Cultural Center, the complex once housed retired sailors and inspired the use of sun and wind due…
…of 89, in his native Germany on March 9, 2015. Otto pioneered the use of modern, lightweight, tent-like structures. In 1958, he founded the first of several institutions that were…
…order to host some of the world’s most anticipated events, world-class stadiums require expertise in design and use of top-of-the-line products. With more than five decades of experience, Birdair is…
…durable building materials. Corrosive-resistant concrete, stainless steel hardware and high-quality glass will be used on the structure, in addition to Birdair’s PTFE membrane. PTFE, or polytetrafluoroethylene, is known by the…
…is one of the most heavily visited multi-use sport facilities in North America. First opened in 1983, between 4,000 to 5,000 people use the facility each day. Current daily facility…
…time for basketball season. The current roof, also installed by Birdair, is nicknamed “the bubble” by students and faculty because of the fact that it is an air-supported fabric membrane….
…among general contractors who can use significantly less steel and foundation materials for support. To date, there are nearly 60 significant structures in the world that feature ETFE, and plenty…
…Birdair’s founder, Walter Bird, saw the potential for PTFE fiberglass to be used in architecture and was the first to adapt it for use as a roofing material. In 1973,…
…require the use of products that can withstand intense heat from the sun. “Birdair’s striking membranes truly helped to enhance Khalifa International Stadium’s modern design,” said Michele Taylor, Director of…