Selecting the Right Shape for Your Structure
Choosing the right cover type and shape is essential to the performance, lifespan, and suitability of any fabric structure. Our Design Engineers begin with a detailed site survey and review of your operational requirements, ensuring every recommendation is tailored to your environment, industry, and intended use.
While some projects require design compromises, we’ll walk you through every option — offering clear guidance, practical timelines, and transparent costings so you can select the best solution for your site.
Your environment and operational requirements will determine the most suitable roof profile:
During the survey and design process, our team will guide you through the advantages of each option to ensure your final solution performs exactly as needed — delivered on time, on budget, and engineered to exceed expectations.
See the four option types below...
A traditional peaked roof design delivers maximum internal height and efficient rainwater drainage.
A faceted geometric form offers enhanced structural rigidity over large spans, with added efficiency of removing rolled steels.
A clean mono-slope design gives effective water runoff and suits installations where height needs to transition in one direction.
The arch roof is one of the most versatile and economical shelter designs, combining excellent structural strength with maximum clear internal space. Its curved profile promotes efficient load distribution and natural shedding of rain, snow, and debris, making it particularly well suited to bulk storage, waste management, recycling, and agricultural applications.
Offering a traditional peaked appearance, the double pitch roof provides increased central headroom and an efficient drainage profile. The design is often selected for industrial and commercial facilities where additional height is required for equipment, vehicle movements, or material storage while maintaining a familiar building aesthetic.
The polygonal roof combines the benefits of a curved structure with a faceted design that delivers exceptional strength across large spans. By reducing the need for rolled steel components, it offers an efficient and cost-effective solution for larger shelters while maintaining a modern, high-performance appearance.
The single pitch roof features a clean, contemporary profile with a consistent slope that directs water runoff in a single direction. It is particularly effective where shelters need to integrate with existing buildings, boundary lines, or varying site levels, providing a practical solution without compromising internal space or structural performance.
This selection of standard colours is available for immediate fabrication:
Bespoke colour matching can be provided on request, although this may affect lead times.
Contact us for more information and options.
Whether you’re early in planning or ready to progress, we’re here to help. Call us, email us or complete our enquiry form.
