Project Detail

Vocational School Basketball Court Membrane Structure Shading Canopy

Basketball court tensile membrane canopy at Zhaoqing Technical College, China (2020). 960 m² PVDF roof provides durable sun and rain protection.

Location	Zhaoqing,China
Complete Date	09/2020
Area （M²）	960
Fabric Type	PVDF
Steel Type	Frame Structure
Design Load	Wind 120 km/h, Snow 0 KN/M2

Project Overview

This tensile membrane canopy project is located at Zhaoqing Technical College, China, and was completed in 2020. With a total covered area of approximately 960 m², the structure is designed to provide sunshade and rain protection for a basketball court. The canopy adopts an arched frame tensile membrane system supported by a steel structure. All steel components are treated with an epoxy zinc-rich primer and white topcoat for corrosion resistance. The roof is clad with 1100 g/m² white PVDF architectural membrane with B1 fire rating, meeting safety standards for semi-permanent buildings and public spaces.

Challenge and Solution

The client required a tensile membrane canopy for the basketball court located between the teaching building and student dormitory, primarily to provide effective sun and rain protection while integrating with the surrounding building structures. Based on these requirements, our designers developed an arched steel frame tensile membrane solution, with the structural frame anchored between the teaching and dormitory buildings to achieve both functional coverage and architectural integration.

Installation
and Support

Installation was carried out by our professional installation team using a segmented assembly method. Steel trusses were lifted into place with crane assistance to ensure accurate positioning. This approach ensured uniform structural stability and membrane tension across the entire canopy. The project was completed efficiently according to schedule and fully met the design intent and client requirements.

Application

This type of arched tensile membrane structure is well suited for sports facilities such as basketball courts, tennis courts, and other athletic venues, offering a lightweight, durable, and visually appealing roofing solution.