Custom Tensile Canopy from Tension Span Structures

The DART (Dublin Area Rapid Transport) is part of the suburban railway network running mainly along the coastline of Dublin Bay. Tension Span Structures Pty Ltd provided custom made canopies for the overpasses of four railway stations as part of this Irish transport provider's Enhancement Project.

As all four stations are situated along the parts of the route that lie close to the Bay, the custom made canopies were designed to withstand the hash weather conditions that whip up along exposed areas. The sloping surfaces of the tensile structures direct rain run-off into two drainage channels, keeping any overspill away from the tracks and, more importantly, away from the commuters.

The Tedlar® fabric used in these custom made canopies is highly weather resistant, and carries a ten year warranty. The fabric retains its flexibility even in very cold conditions and is noted for its superior performance when compared to other acrylic or PVDF membranes in the long life of its colour and gloss.

Our Ireland Representative supplied the steelwork and installation services for this tensile membrane structure.