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Product Specs |
Shade Structures are engineered to meet the 1997 Uniform Building Code, BOCA, or
SBC. The Division of State Architect in California has approved certain structure
sizes. All structures meet minimum load requirements as defined in the appropriate
building code. Where additional load criteria is specified, this will be specifically
noted on the drawings.
Loads
These are developed to meet customer and local building code requirements. Our standard
specifications include: Uplift 25 psf Roofs 16 psf Wind Loads 20 psf
Structural Steel
The steel is selected based on the structure’s size load and span requirements and
is constructed in accordance with AISC specifications. Standard and modular structures:
Steel with rust-inhibited zinc coating internally and externally applied during
the manufacturing process and a clear polymer coat for powder coat adhesion. Custom
structures: As per engineers’ specifications. Where structures or parts are joined,
an internal sleeving tolerance of 0.0625 inches using tensile strength steel sections
with a minimum sleeve length of 6 inches are adhered to provide added stability
to the structures.
Welding
The steel fabrication is performed in a State-approved facility, using certified
welders with a minimum of three years experience. Welding designs are specified
and executed in accordance with the American Welding Society specifications for
all of our structures.
Erection Bolts and Hardware
All structural bolts are made of stainless steel for added corrosion resistance
or high tensile, zinc plated hardware where additional strength is required. Tensioning
Cable All steel cable is galvanized and sized to meet engineering loads, starting
at ¼”.
Concrete
Our concrete is installed by licensed contractors and in strict compliance with
the American Concrete Institute Building Code 318-89. Specific specifications detailed
below are standard: 2000 PSI @ 28 days Slump of 3” – 5”
Footings
All footings are based on soil conditions, span, structural load, height, appropriate
building code, and city requirements. Soil / Geotechnical reports will be obtained
prior to engineering if necessary.
Powdercoating
All structural steel is cleaned, degreased, or etched to ensure proper adhesion
of powdercoat in accordance with manufacture specifications. The structural steel
is powdercoated with paint appropriate to the intended use. Where the steel is used
in close proximity to the sea or a swimming pool, a protective layer of the special-purpose
powdercoat is applied.
Shade Fabric
Our shade fabric is made of UV stabilized high-density polyethylene, knitted with
a monofilament and tape yarn filler, and is 10ft wide. Fire protection tests were
performed and certified by the Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio, Texas.
Our shade fabric is regarded as the industry leader in quality and functionality
worldwide. It has been proven to withstand extremely harsh climate conditions in
the United States and in the desert areas of Australia and Southern Africa.
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