Fabric Roof System for Jinshazhou Hospital Rooftop
Situated on a Guangzhou hospital rooftop, this central single-column PVDF installation protects a 576㎡ leisure zone. The Fabric Roof System withstands coastal winds while providing functional lightweight shading for patients and staff.
Location
Guangzhou,China
Coverage（M²）
576㎡
Wind Speed
Wind 120 km/h
Complete Date
07/2022
Project Overview
This project is located on the rooftop of a newly constructed hospital in Baiyun District, Guangzhou, China, and was completed in July 2022. The canopy features a central single-column and cable-edge design, measuring approximately 24 m × 24 m with a height of about 12 m, covering a total projected area of 576 sqm. The steel structure consumes approximately 3.6 tons of steel.
The steel framework is treated with an epoxy zinc-rich primer and white topcoat for corrosion protection, enhancing durability. The roofing material is a 1100 g/sqm white PVDF architectural membrane with a B1 fire rating, fully meeting safety standards for public buildings.
Drawing Visualization
Visualizing before fabrication
Design & Renderings
Challenge - Solution
Located on the hospital rooftop, the client requested a landscape tensile membrane canopy on the concrete framework, providing sunshade while leaving space for rooftop equipment such as central air conditioning units. The project was designed as a semi-functional, semi-scenic structure, with the following requirements:
Canopy with both sunshade functionality and modern aesthetic appeal
Structural integration with the main rooftop framework
Compliance with wind load safety standards
Based on site conditions and client requirements, we designed a solution combining a central single-column with cable-edge support and multi-level membrane panels along the perimeter. This design ensures functional performance while showcasing the artistic curves of tensile membrane structures. Full structural analysis and safety verification were completed, and the final design was approved by the client.
Installation - Support
Installation was carried out entirely by our technical team. Due to site constraints, large machinery could not access the rooftop. However, through professional installation planning and on-site coordination, the project was completed on schedule and delivered successfully.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fabric Type | PVDF | |
| Frame Type | Tensegrity / Cable-Truss | |
| Design Load | Wind 120 km/h | |
| Design Life | 25-30 Yrs | |
| Warranty | 10 Years | |
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