Engineering & Materials
Technical Specifications
Designed to meet the Uniform Building Code, our structures feature a corrosive-resistant galvanized steel frame for strength and durability.
| Structural Steel | Galvanized posts, purlins and hoops conforming to ASTM A53 Grade A. All steel is hot-dip galvanized for total rust resistance, inside and out. |
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| Fasteners | Rust-free stainless steel bolts conforming to ASTM A307 and A325 requirements. |
| Foundations | 2500–3000 PSI / 28-day strength, designed to meet local soil conditions. Retrofits to existing concrete slabs use 8″ x 8″ baseplates fastened with an epoxy anchor system. |
| Powder Coat | Steel is dipped in an acid bath to remove unwanted materials, then heated to remove welding impurities. Powder coating is electrostatically applied, then baked. |
| ShadeNet Tear Strength | 220 lb. warp / 463 lb. weft |
| ShadeNet Burst Strength | 38 PSIA |
| ShadeNet Material Life | 8-year guarantee on UV stability (5 years for Red) |
| Fading Resistance | All colors pigmented with a light fastness of 7 to 8, the highest resistance-to-fading tier. Fire-retardant material available in select colors, certified to NFPA 701 and California State Fire Marshal small and large flame tests. |
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Printable references for specifying a project or picking a fabric color.
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