IFAI Expo 2018

Engineering Principles for Fabric Covered Structures (Room Booth 1755)

16 Oct 18
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Tracks: Campfire: Shade and Weather Protection, Campfire: Specialty Fabrics

This presentation will be an overview of engineering principles for awnings, canopies, shade sails, etc. Attendees will gain valuable insight into what it takes to ensure the safety, durability and longevity of properly engineered fabric covered structures. Topics Covered: - Loads & load analysis (wind, snow, live, seismic) - Anchorage - Members: Material & Shape - Code Requirements