Fabric Structures
Extreme durability, first-class components, and top-notch protection from the weather elements give our structures a booming presence on the fabric structure market today. And it’s all made right here in the USA.
Solve Your Storage Problems with a Tension Fabric Structure
Commercial & Municipal
Dry storage for commodities is a job Thundura structures ace with flying colors. Need to dump a tri-axle dump truck inside or get enough width for an oversized rig you’d like to store there? No problem. Massive headroom potential, combined with your choice of width and length means you can design your storage solution dream.
Taking a fraction of the time and cost to install as a permanent building option, the fabric structure also offers the flexibility of being relocated with minimal land disturbance. That’s huge. It can serve you for years in the same spot as a permanent building or be repurposed as your needs grow!
Livestock
Whether you are looking for a calf barn, dairy expansion, swine barn, or a place for your sheep and goats, you’ve come to the right place! Height, width, and length choices help you optimize the space for an ideal environment for your livestock.
Crop & Equipment
Clear span space with choices in width, length, and height make Thundura structures a top choice for cash croppers and those who have equipment to keep out of the weather. Attractive designs and color options add impressive curb appeal value, whether these structures are on your property or your landlord’s.
Custom Solutions
We’ve completed a number of innovative solutions projects from removable orchard row covers to round storage pit roofing structures to ultra-customized buildings for specific use in common spaces or categories. Industrial tough is our everyday standard. With decades of experience in product design and fabrication, we love the challenge of new projects with unique needs.
Choose the best options for your solutions
Styles
Arched hoop style buildings are the historical staple of the market. We have designed a peaked option that is beginning to pick up steam for some applications. Much of the choice is aesthetical–what look do you prefer? Peaked buildings with their straight vertical sidewalls, offer a different type of “headroom” for applications that require it.
Foundations
Many of our clients have discovered the economy of using the large preformed concrete blocks available from many concrete companies. Others prefer concrete highway wall dividers. Poured concrete subwalls create a strong, uniform look. Another great option, especially for livestock, is a pole or metal pillar framework which allows for curtained ventilation.
End Walls
End walls are a great idea to get the most protection for your assets. What style are you looking for? Fabric ends are cost-efficient and attractive. They are recommended for ends where there are two or fewer openings. Framing with sheet metal or wood sheeting/planking works great too, giving you the option of matching your fabric structure to your existing buildings. As you plan, also think about the light and ventilation options you may want in your end walls.
Sizes
Lengths are standard in 12 ft increments, but 10 ft increments are an option, or length can be customized to fit.
The width depends on needs, with 27-, 30-, 32-, 36-, 40-, 42-, 50-, 52-, 60- and 65-foot widths being common choices. As width increases, height tends to increase as well.
Height is scalable within reason. Consider headroom needs for ventilation or clearance of equipment (dump trucks, elevators, etc.)
Color It Your Way
Your fabric structure can be colorized to your taste! Choose colors that blend well with your structure’s location, and don’t forget to coordinate the end wall materials with the fabrics for the roof, sidewalls, and trim.
UV Protection
Hay, straw, and other feeds experience accelerated degradation if exposed to UV rays. If this is a concern, choose any color from our palette except white. Equipment also may benefit from this UV protection.
Custom Imprinting
Leverage your brand! Would you like your logo to appear on your new fabric structure? Or perhaps you’d like some custom lettering or a design? You can! Submit artwork to us in the proper format and we’ll submit it to our fabric manufacturer. You will receive a proof to ensure that the imprint is looking good.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will a fabric structure last?
The lifespan of fabric structures can vary based on several factors, including environmental conditions and maintenance. The structures have two main components: the frame and the cover. The cover component lasts 18-21 years if installed correctly.
In most environments, the frame will easily last two or three times longer than the cover.
Do tension fabric buildings have several roof-style options?
Yes, arched. Hoop-style buildings are the historical staple of the space, but we have designed a peaked option that is beginning to pick up steam for some applications. Much of the choice is aesthetical–what look do you prefer? Peaked buildings with straight vertical sidewalls offer a different type of “headroom” for applications that require it.
What size buildings do you build?
Lengths are standard in 12 ft increments, but 10 ft increments are an option, or length can be customized to fit.
Our standard widths are 27, 30, 32, 36, 40, 42, 50, 52, 60, and 65 feet. As width increases, height also increases.
Each width has a standard height, but bracket and foundation choices can influence it. Consider headroom needs for ventilation or clearance of equipment (dump trucks, elevators, etc.)