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Tensile Membranes

Tensile Membranes

Ideal for large span roofs and lightweight curved structures. Engineered tensile membrane solutions for striking architectural outcomes.

Overview

Tensile membrane structures are lightweight, high-strength fabric structures that achieve their stability through pre-stressed tension rather than compression. Sail Structures specialises in the design and construction of tensile membrane roofs, canopies, and facades that deliver striking architectural outcomes while spanning large areas without internal columns. Our tensile membrane projects include award-winning installations such as the Cairns Airport beer garden canopy and the Watkins Martin Munro Conservatory. We work with world-leading membrane suppliers including Mehler Texnologies and Serge Ferrari to deliver structures that combine beauty with engineering excellence.

Applications

Airport terminals and transport hubs
Sporting venues and grandstands
Shopping centre atriums and walkways
Hotel and resort covered areas
Public plazas and civic spaces
Conservatories and botanical gardens

Key Advantages

Large spans with no internal columns
Lightweight — reduced structural steel requirements
Striking curved and organic architectural forms
Translucent options for natural daylighting
Self-cleaning PTFE and PVC fabric options
Award-winning design and construction capability
Engineered for cyclonic wind regions
20+ year fabric lifespan

Materials & Fabrics

We supply and install membranes from Mehler Texnologies (FR700, FR900 series) and Serge Ferrari. These PTFE-coated and PVC-coated fabrics offer exceptional durability, self-cleaning properties, and lifespan exceeding 20 years. Available in translucent and opaque options to control light transmission.