Buildings with tensile membrane roofs
Are you looking for a flexible and versatile solution to protect your spaces?
Buildings with tensile membrane roofs are ideal for industrial warehouses, sports courts, events, or hangars.
At Okatent, we are experts in the manufacture of demountable buildings and modular pavilions with high-quality tensile membrane roofs that adapt to your needs.
In this article, you will discover…
What pavilions with tensile roofs are and their applications
Characteristics of the tensile membranes used at Okatent
Different types of tensile membrane roofs available
Technical advantages and comparisons of tensile roofs
Differences between membrane roofs and traditional rigid roofs
What pavilions with fabric roofs are
How our tensile membranes are manufactured
Types of fabrics used in roofs
Are you looking for a building with a fabric roof? Call us at + 34 93 323 19 74 or email us at info@okatent.com and we will provide guidance without obligation.
What are tensile membrane roofs and what are they for?
Tensile membrane roofs are modular structures composed of metal profiles and a textile membrane tensioned into place. These solutions allow for covering large areas quickly, safely, and fully customizable.
At Okatent, we use lightweight and durable tensile membranes, ideal for:
Logistics warehouses
Aviation hangars
Sports areas and fairs
Thanks to their demountable design, they adapt to both temporary and permanent spaces, significantly reducing installation time and cost.
Tensile membranes: Technical features and materials
Okatent’s tensile roofs are made from a polyester membrane coated with PVC on both sides, with welded Keder on the lateral edges to ensure a watertight seal with the structure.
Characteristics:
Base fabric: High-tenacity polyester
Weight/m²: 640 g/m²
Fire behavior: M2 rating (fire-retardant)
Color: Standard white / other colors available
Surface finish: Glossy exterior
These textile membrane roofs guarantee structural safety and resistance to weather conditions.
Types of tensile membrane roofs by use
Tensile membrane roofs can be adapted to different requirements based on opacity or technical characteristics:
Transparent roofs: Ideal for night events, fairs, and shows where full visibility is required
Translucent roofs: Allow natural light to pass through, reducing electricity consumption in sports facilities or warehouses
Opaque membranes: Completely block exterior light, ideal for industrial processes or sensitive storage
Pressurized roofs: Translucent or opaque membranes with an air pressure system that enhances roof strength and waterproofing. Discover our pressurized roofs with the OKCAS system.
All our tensile roofs can be adapted to the size and aesthetic of each project.
Are textile roofs durable?
Tensile membrane roofs used as modular pavilion ceilings stand out for their impressive durability.
These roofs are made from high-quality, long-lasting materials, such as technical textile membranes, which offer exceptional resistance to the elements.
They withstand extreme weather conditions such as:
Strong winds
Heavy rain
Constant sun exposure (with UV protection)
Snow or hail loads
Additionally, their tensioned design ensures uniform stress distribution, making them highly stable and resistant to deformation under extreme loads. Thanks to these properties, tensile roofs provide reliable and long-lasting protection, ensuring pavilion integrity and interior safety in any environment.
“Did you know… the PVC coating on these roofs facilitates water drainage and prevents pooling in one spot"
How is a tensile membrane roof manufactured?
At Okatent, we design and manufacture our roofs to measure with high-precision industrial processes. Here is an overview of the process:
1.Custom technical design adapted to usage and environment.
2. Cutting of technical fabric with precision machinery.
3. High-frequency welding to join pieces without visible seam.
4. Installation of Keder on the edges for perfect attachment to the structure.
5. Quality control to verify resistance, waterproofing, and finish.
This process allows us to provide a membrane perfectly fitted to each structure, with guarantees of durability, functionality, and aesthetics.
Types of fabrics used in tensile roofs
Depending on the type of project and environmental conditions, different fabrics can be used:
- Standard PVC with polyester base: Ideal for industrial use.
- Multilayer opaque PVC: Fully blocks sunlight.
- Translucent fabric with PVDF coating: Allows natural light and easy cleaning.
- Micro-perforated or acrylic fabric: Commonly used in tents or sails, allows shade and ventilation.
All fabrics used in our tensile membranes come with UV protection, waterproofing, and fire-retardant options.
Differences between tensile membrane roofs and rigid roofs
The main difference between a tensile membrane roof and a rigid roof is flexibility and adaptability.
While a rigid roof is built with solid, static materials, a tensile membrane roof can adjust and adapt to various spaces and conditions.
Key advantages of tensile membrane roofs:
Lighter and faster to install
Adaptable to irregular shapes or custom designs
Lower manufacturing and maintenance costs
Ideal for mobile or demountable solutions
Textile membrane roofs allow structures to be assembled and disassembled faster, with greater configuration freedom.
“Did you know… we can print your logo or design on the roof with digital printing."
Advantages of tensile fabric roofs
Tensile roofs offer multiple benefits for companies needing fast, customizable, and efficient solutions:
Waterproof and weather-resistant membrane
Fire-retardant roof with M2 rating
Transparent, translucent, or opaque options
Flexibility and adaptability
Quick assembly and disassembly
Reduced construction costs and time
Customizable colors
Can be branded with your logo
“Did you know… fabric roofs are key if you want to disassemble the pavilion and reassemble it elsewhere?”
Why choose Okatent tensile membrane roofs?
Buildings with tensile membrane roofs offer an efficient, flexible, and cost-effective solution for various industrial applications and temporary events.
At Okatent, we are committed to providing the highest quality and service, adapting our modular structures to your specific needs.
Discover how our tensile membrane roof buildings can enhance your business and events.
Contact us today and let us be your trusted partner in storage and temporary event solutions.
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