ETFE Foil Roofing - TensoSky by MakMax Australia

A developing trend in architecture - that shows no signs of slowing around the world - is the use of ETFE (ethylene tetrafluoroethylene) as a feature element. A modern alternative to glazed roofing and facades, ETFE is strong, flexible, and much lighter than glass - giving rise to a range of architectural possibilities.

MakMax Australia proudly presents the TensoSky ETFE system. Combining ETFE Foil with our in-house engineered extrusions, clamping, and pneumatic systems, TensoSky is a strong, durable, yet lightweight alternative to glass roofing, skylights, and facades.

The TensoSky ETFE system is ideal as a single layered, cable-supported ceiling for skylights or architectural shade structures, or as a multi-layered, air-filled insulated roof supported by a lightweight aluminium frame. ETFE's exceptionally lightweight properties combined with its high translucency (while also offering great thermal and acoustic insulation as an option) makes it the material of choice for traditional commercial skylight applications, building facades, and long-span structures. MakMax has supplied ETFE solutions to stadiums, leisure & recreation centres, shopping malls, hospitals, schools, plus public walkways and shade structures.

MakMax takes pride in their international portfolio that includes architectural ETFE foil projects featuring the TensoSky ETFE System. One of these is the Rhodes Central retail and lifestyle development in Sydney, New South Wales (pictured). This project made use of lightweight ETFE tensile structures with twenty-nine dual-layer ETFE 'cushions' in a raised steel frame. This created the ideal open-air skylight and was celebrated as an innovation breakthrough within the local construction industry.

For more information on TensoSky ETFE structures by MakMax Australia, head over to www.makmax.com.au today. MakMax Australia also offers a 1 hour CPD presentation for any firms wanting more technical information - check out their CPD page to register your interest: www.makmax.com.au/cpd-presentations.